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BATTERY
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and LOWER LEVEL
lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only
distilled water to bring the level to the
indicator in each filler opening. Do not
overfill.
.
2. Add distilled water up to the UPPER LEVEL
line.
If the side of the battery is not clear,
check the distilled water level by
looking directly above the cell; the
condition
indicates OK and the
conditionsneeds more to be added.
3. Tighten cell plugs
.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures
or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level.
JUMP STARTINGIf jump starting is necessary, see the
following section. (
“Jump starting”
page 6-5)
If the engine does not start by jump
starting, the battery may have to be
replaced. It is recommended you contact
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
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CAUTION
When the battery cable is removed
from the battery terminal, do not
close either of the front doors. The
automatic window adjusting func-
tion will not work and the side roof
panel may be damaged.
The power window has an automatic
adjusting function. When the door is
being opened, the window is automati-
cally lowered slightly to avoid contact
between the window and the side roof
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, DOOR
and OFF
.
ON positionWhen the switch is in the ON position
,
the map lights will illuminate.
NOTICE
Do not use the light for extended
periods of time with the engine
stopped. This could result in a dis-
charged battery. NOTE:
The lights will also turn off after a
period of time when the lights remain
illuminated after the ignition switch has
been pushed to the OFF or LOCK posi-
tion to prevent the battery from becom-
ing discharged.
DOOR positionWhen the switch is in the DOOR position, the map lights will turn on when the
door is opened and turn off when the
door is closed. The map lights will turn off
approximately 15 seconds after the door
is closed with the ignition switch in the
OFF or LOCK position.
NOTE:
When the interior light control switch is
in the DOOR position and the door is
open, the light will remain on even
when the map light switch is pressed
to turn off.
Key-linked interior light control system:
OFF positionWhen the switch is in the OFF position
,
the map lights will not illuminate, regard-
less of any condition.
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headlights are turned off.
2. Open the engine hood and remove the cover on the battery and the fuse/
fusible link holder.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller that is located in the engine compart-
ment fuse box.
, replace it with a
new fuses
. Spare fuses are stored in
the passenger compartment fuse box.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and re-
paired. It is recommended you contact
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Fusible linksIf any electrical equipment does not
operate and fuses are in good condition,
check the fusible links. If any of these
fusible links are melted, replace only with
genuine NISSAN parts.
WARNING
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified
on the fuse box cover. This could
damage the electrical system or
electronic control units or cause a
fire.
If any electrical equipment does not
operate, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the
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3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller
.
4. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new fuse.
5. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and re-
paired. It is recommended you contact
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Extended storage fuse switch (if
so equipped)To reduce battery drain, the extended
storage fuse switch comes from the
factory switched off. Prior to delivery of
your vehicle, the switch is pushed in (switched on) and should always remain
on.
If any electrical equipment does not
operate, remove the extended storage
fuse switch and check for an open fuse.
NOTE:
If the extended storage fuse switch
malfunctions, or if the fuse is open, it
is not necessary to replace the switch.
In this case, remove the extended sto-
rage fuse switch and replace it with a
new fuse of the same rating.
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found on
each side of the extended storage
fuse switch.
5. Pull the extended storage fuse switch straight out from the fuse box
.
wrapped with a cloth into the slitand twist it to separate the case into
the upper and lower parts.
NOTICE
Because there is the risk of scratch-
ing the key, wrap a cloth or similar
item around the screwdriver when
separating the parts. If the screwdri-
ver is inserted too far into the key, it
may damage the internal circuit
board.
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INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT
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In-cabin microfilter .................................................... 4-13
Increasing fuel economy ...................................... 5-42
Indicators and display ............................................. 5-36
Infants .................................................................................. 1-13
Injured persons ................................................................. 1-9
Inside mirror ................................................................... 3-27
Inspection and adjustments
after driving ............................................................... GTR-19
Inspection and adjustments
before driving .......................................................... GTR-14
Installing front license plate ............................ 10-16
Installing top tether strap .................... 1-26, 1-30
Instrument brightness control ......................... 2-12
Instrument panel ............................................................ 2-5
Intelligent Key .................................................................... 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge ................... 5-12
Intelligent Key battery
discharge indicator ................................................... 2-48
Intelligent Key battery replacement ............ 8-25
Intelligent Key functions ........................................... 3-9
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ................. 2-47
Intelligent Key removal indicator ................... 2-47
Intelligent Key system ................................................. 3-8
Interior light control switch ................................ 2-70
Interior lights .................................................................. 2-69
J
Jacking vehicle and removing wheels....... 8-41
Jump starting ..................................................... 6-5, 8-15
K
Key
Intelligent Key ............................................................ 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge ............ 5-12
Intelligent Key battery
discharge indicator ............................................ 2-48
Intelligent Key battery replacement ..... 8-25
Intelligent Key functions ................................... 3-9
Intelligent Key insertion indicator .......... 2-47
Intelligent Key removal indicator ............ 2-47
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-8
Keys ................................................................................... 3-2
Locking with mechanical key ....................... 3-6
No key warning ..................................................... 2-45
Remote keyless entry system ................... 3-12
L
M
Maintenance
Brake system (NCCB (NISSAN Carbon
Ceramic Brake)) ..................................................... 8-20
Explanation of maintenance items .......... 9-3