Checking engine coolant level ..................... 8-8
Draining of coolant water ............................ 5-57
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 2-8
Coolant level and mixture ratio ................ GTR-15
Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-9
Cracks on brake pad ......................................... GTR-28
Cracks on the disc rotors .............................. GTR-28
Cruise control ................................................. 2-17, 5-35
Cruise control operations .................................... 5-37
Cruise control system warning ....................... 2-43
Cup holders ..................................................................... 2-63
Current fuel consumption ................................... 2-16
D
E
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
within the range of operation.
NOTE:
. When the driver’s door is locked or
unlocked, the fuel-filler door is auto-
matically locked or unlocked at the
same time.
. When you lock or unlock the doors
or the trunk lid, the hazard indicator
will flash and the horn (or the out-
side chime) will sound as a confir-
mation. (
“Setting hazard
indicator and horn mode” page 3-14) Locking doors:
1. Move the shift lever to the
position,
push the ignition switch to the OFF
position and make sure you carry the
Intelligent Key with you.
2. Close all the doors.
3. Push the driver’s or front passenger’s door handle request switch while
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
4. All the doors will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the outside chime sounds twice.
NOTE:
. Doors will lock with the Intelligent
Key while the ignition switch is in the
ACC or ON position.
. Doors will not lock with the Intelli-
gent Key while any door is open.
. Doors will not lock by pushing the
door handle request switch with the
Intelligent Key inside the vehicle.
However, when an Intelligent Key is
inside the vehicle, doors can be
locked with another registered In-
telligent Key.
Unlocking doors:
1. Push the driver’s or front passenger’s door handle request switch once
while carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once and outside chime sounds once. The cor-
responding door will unlock.
3. Push the door handle request switch again within 1 minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once and outside chime sounds once again. All
the doors will unlock.
NOTE:
All doors will be locked automatically
unless one of the following operations
is performed within 1 minute after
pushing the request switch while the
doors are locked. If during this 1-minute
time period, the request switch is
pushed, all doors will be locked auto-
matically after another 1 minute.
. Opening any door
. Pushing the ignition switch
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
3-11
Opening trunk lid:
1. Push the trunk open request switch
for more than 1 second.
2. The trunk will unlatch. An outside chime will sound four times.
3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk.
NOTE:
. To prevent the Intelligent Key from
being accidentally locked in the
trunk, lockout protection is
equipped with the Intelligent Key
system.
. When the trunk lid is closed with the
Intelligent Key inside the trunk, the
outside buzzer will sound and the
trunk will open.
Battery saver systemWhen all the following conditions are met
for a period of time, the battery saver
system will cut off the power supply to
prevent battery discharge.
.The ignition switch is in the ACC
position, and
. All doors are closed, and
. The shift lever is in the
position.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMIt is possible to lock/unlock all doors, fuel-
filler door, and activate the panic alarm by
pushing the buttons on the Intelligent
Key.
NOTE:
Before locking the doors, make sure the
Intelligent Key is not left in the vehicle.Remote keyless entry operating
rangeThe LOCK/UNLOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key can operate at a distance of
approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the
vehicle. (The effective distance depends
upon the conditions around the vehicle.)
The lock and unlock buttons on the
Intelligent Key will not operate when:
.the distance between the Intelligent
Key and the vehicle is over 33 ft (10 m).
. the Intelligent Key battery runs down.
The LOCK/UNLOCK operating range var-
ies depending on the environment. To
securely operate the lock and unlock
buttons, approach the vehicle to about 3
ft (1 m) from the door.
: Except for NISMO models: NISMO models
ITEMS GT-R SPECIFIED FUEL
Fuel Unleaded premium gasoline with
an octane rating of at least 93 AKI
(Anti-Knock Index) number (Re-
search octane number 98)*1
*1: Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 93 AKI (Anti-
Knock Index) number (Research octane
number 98) to maximize vehicle perfor-
mance. If 93 AKI number (Research octane
number 98) premium gasoline is not
available, you may use unleaded premium
gasoline with an octane rating of at least
91 AKI number (Research octane number
96), but you may notice a decrease in
performance.
EXTERIOR REAR
position.
. Be sure the ignition switch is in
the OFF or LOCK position when
performing any parts replace-
ment or repairs.
. If you must work with the engine
running, keep your hands, cloth-
ing, hair and tools away from
moving fans, belts and any other
moving parts.
. It is advisable to secure or re-
move any loose clothing and
remove any jewelry, such as
rings, watches, etc. before work-
ing on your vehicle.
. Always wear eye protection whenever you work on your ve-
hicle.
. If you must run the engine in an
enclosed space such as a garage,
be sure there is proper ventilation
for exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while
it is supported only by a jack. If it
is necessary to work under the
vehicle, support it with safety
stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame
and sparks away from fuel tank
and the battery.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic engine cooling fan. It
may come on at any time without
warning, even if the ignition key is
in the OFF position and the en-
gine is not running. To avoid
injury, always disconnect the ne-
gative battery cable before work-
ing near the fan.
. The fuel filter or fuel lines should
be serviced by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer because the fuel
lines are under high pressure
even when the engine is off.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while
the engine is hot. Turn the engine
off and wait until it cools down.
. Avoid direct contact with used
engine oil and coolant. Impro-
perly disposed engine oil, coolant,
and/or other vehicle fluids can
damage the environment. Always
conform to local regulations for
disposal of vehicle fluid.
NOTICE
.Never connect or disconnect the
battery or any transistorized
component while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
. Never leave the engine or trans-
mission related component har-
nesses disconnected while the
ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion.
This “8. Do-it-yourself” section gives in-
structions regarding only those items
which are relatively easy for an owner to
perform.
Do-it-yourself
8-3
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Cool downThe information and specifications in
this section apply only when engaging
in performance driving.
Cool down the vehicle to help extend the
life of the vehicle if coolant temperatures
are extremely high. Drive the vehicle at 37
to 50 MPH (60 to 80 km/h), in 5th or 6th
gear for 2 to 3 miles (3 to 5 km) and then
stop the engine.Refueling precautions
WARNING
Do not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically. Continued
refueling may cause fuel overflow,
resulting in fuel spray and possibly a
fire. The fuel tank is full at the first
automatic shutoff.
To maximize vehicle performance, the
fuel tank is located as low as possible to
lower the vehicle center of gravity. The
tank is also divided into two parts. This
fuel tank design causes higher pressures
inside the tank than other vehicles so fuel
spillage is possible by trying to top off the fuel tank after automatic shutoff.
The fuel tank pressure is higher when the
vehicle is hot, especially if the tank is more
than half full. If the cap is opened when
the vehicle is hot, it may cause fuel spray
and there may be a hissing noise. Open
the cap slowly, releasing the pressure
from the tank gradually. Also, if the
vehicle is refueled when the vehicle is
hot, the fuel pump may automatically
shut off before the tank is full. This does
not indicate that there is a malfunction.
Refuel slowly or refuel after the vehicle
has cooled.
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE DRIVINGThe information and specifications in
this section apply only when engaging
in performance driving.Fluids.
Check the engine, transmission, differ-
ential and under vehicle surfaces for
oil and coolant leaks.
. Check the fluid levels and adjust as
necessary using the specified fluid as
described under the conditions listed
in this section.(
“Recommended
fluids and maintenance interval” page GTR-20) If you do not drive under the
conditions listed, refer to the “9. Main-
tenance and schedules” section of this
manual.
WARNING
Do not attempt to top off the fuel
tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically. Continued
refueling may cause fuel overflow,
resulting in fuel spray and possibly a
fire. The fuel tank is full at the first
automatic shutoff.
To maximize vehicle performance, the
fuel tank is located as low as possible to
lower the vehicle center of gravity. The
tank is also divided into two parts. This
fuel tank design causes higher pressures
inside the tank than other vehicles so fuel
spillage is possible by trying to top off the
fuel tank after automatic shutoff.
The fuel tank pressure is higher when the
vehicle is hot, especially if the tank is more
than half full. If the cap is opened when
the vehicle is hot, it may cause fuel spray
and there may be a hissing noise. Open
the cap slowly, releasing the pressure
from the tank gradually. Also, if the
vehicle is refueled when the vehicle is
hot, the fuel pump may automatically
shut off before the tank is full. This does
not indicate that there is a malfunction. Refuel slowly or refuel after the vehicle
has cooled.
GASOLINE SMELLThe fuel temperature is higher when the
vehicle is hot. This may cause a gasoline
smell from the vehicle. This does not
indicate that there is a malfunction. The
smell will go away when the fuel tem-
perature has cooled.OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
INDICATES HIGHER TEMPERATUREHeat from the engine compartment, ra-
diator and intercoolers can affect the
outside temperature display. The outside
temperature display may indicate a high-
er than actual temperature while driving
or stopped. This is normal.IDLE SPEED IS NOT STEADYThe idle speed may not be steady when
the engine compartment is extremely
hot. This is normal. The engine speed will
be steady when the engine cools down.
In this case, the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) may come on. After a few
driving trips, the MIL should turn off. If the
light remains on after a few driving trips, it
is recommended you have the vehicle
inspected by a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer.
GT-R Overview
GTR-25
GT-R SPECIFIC VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS