Nissan GT-R (2024 year). Manual in english

GT-R SPECIFIC INFORMATION

The GT-R is NISSAN’s first supercar cate-

reprogram, altering, disconnecting

ment of parts such as brakes should

gory vehicle. The GT-R is equipped with

any computer, control unit or electro-

be performed by a GT-R certified

special systems. These systems are dif-

nic modules,

NISSAN dealer.

ferent than those used on conventional

. Deleting any or all stored information

vehicles to allow for the high perfor-

in any computer, control unit or elec-

mance driving characteristics of this ve-

tronic module including VSDR,

hicle. It is recommended that your vehicle

. Failure to have required GT-R Perfor-

be maintained by a GT-R certified NISSAN

mance Optimization Services per-

dealer. Special skills, knowledge and

formed.

equipment are necessary to properly

maintain your GT-R.

In addition, see your tire warranty for

specific limitations or exclusions for oper-

WARRANTY INFORMATION

ating summer tires below -4°F (-20°C).

Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully,

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

together with your Warranty Information

Booklet which describes a number of

. Special skills, knowledge and equip-

express limitations, exclusions and ways

ment are necessary to properly in-

to void your warranty for failing to follow

spect and adjust the GT-R engine,

the instructions contained in this Owner’s

transmission, suspension and brakes

Manual, including, but not limited to:

to maintain performance. A GT-R cer-

tified NISSAN dealer has the GT-R

. Failure to use proper parts, fuel and

certified technical staff and the special

fluids,

equipment to properly maintain your

. Driving with the VDC off,

GT-R.

. Racing,

. NISSAN recommends maintenance

items that require the replacement of

. Any competitive driving of any sort

parts, engine oil, oil filters and air filters

whatsoever,

be performed by a GT-R certified

. Use on a track or driving on any

NISSAN dealer. Make sure the recom-

airstrip,

mended fluids and parts are used

. Modifications, including adding/repla-

when the maintenance is performed.

cing, reprogramming, attempting to

NISSAN also recommends the replace-

GT-R Overview GTR-3

GT-R SPECIAL SPECIFICATION PARTS

The use of additives, chemical materials

consumption increases suddenly or

or abrasive compounds is prohibited.

without explanation, NISSAN recom-

NOTICE

mends that you have your vehicle

The use of additives, chemical materials,

It is recommended that you only use

inspected by a GT-R certified NISSAN

abrasive compounds or other high per-

the following specified fluids and

dealer.

formance engine oils may cause internal

parts in the GT-R to avoid possible

engine damage.

. For information about the oil replace-

vehicle damage.

ment intervals for performance driv-

Engine oil maintenance

ing, refer to the interval for replacing

oil after high performance driving.

When the vehicle is delivered, the

ENGINE OIL

(

“Additional maintenance items”

engine oil level is

0.39

(10

mm)

Mobil 1 (0W-40) (100% synthetic oil) or

page GTR-13)

below the H mark on the engine oil

equivalent

dipstick for optimum high perfor-

Make sure to replace the oil filter when

Mobil 1 (0W-40) (100% synthetic) is the

mance driving. The engine oil can be

the engine oil is changed.

factory fill oil. The VR38 engine with its

filled up to the H mark if not engaging

TRANSMISSION OIL

plasma-sprayed bores was developed

in performance driving.

using this oil. NISSAN cannot ensure

Genuine NISSAN Transmission Oil R35

Because of the high performance

proper engine operation and durability if

Special (100% synthetic oil) or equiva-

characteristics of the GT-R engine,

other non-equivalent synthetic oil is used.

lent

more frequent oil level inspections

If Mobil

(0W-40) or equivalent is not

are necessary. Check the oil level

The GT-R uses a multiple-disc dual wet

available, Mobil

(10W-40) (100% syn-

every

1,800

miles

(3,000

km) and

clutch transmission. The specially devel-

thetic) or equivalent may be used; how-

adjust as necessary. Also, change the

oped transmission oil maximizes the fric-

ever, some performance loss may be

engine oil based on the driving condi-

tion characteristics of the clutch and the

noticed.

tions. For the information regarding

lubrication of the gear bearings.

Furthermore, replacement of the engine

oil replacement intervals, refer to the

The use of additives is not recom-

oil with MOTUL NISMO COMPETITION OIL

“9. Maintenance and schedules” sec-

mended.

type 2193E(5W40) is recommended for

tion of this manual.

The use of additives or other transmission

the frequent high performance driving

Some amount of oil is consumed by

oil may cause internal transmission or

opportunities.

your engine under normal operating

clutch damage.

NISSAN cannot ensure proper engine

conditions, and oil consumption by

operation and durability if other non-

itself does not necessarily indicate

equivalent synthetic oil is used.

any malfunction. If your rate of oil

GTR-4

GT-R Overview

GT-R SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

be replaced is based on a number of

DIFFERENTIAL OIL (front and rear)

TIRES AND ROAD WHEELS

factors including tire wear and condi-

Differential Oil R35 COMPETITION type

tion. Your GT-R certified NISSAN dealer

2189E or equivalent

Tires

can recommend if an individual tire or

Use Differential Oil R35 COMPETITION

The GT-R uses specially designed run-flat

a complete set should be replaced.

type 2189E or equivalent that can keep

tires and matching road wheels. Use of

The GT-R uses specially designed run-

the oil temperature low in order to

these specially developed tires and

flat tires which have a rigid side wall.

protect all parts of the differential and

wheels provides the greatest potential

Special equipment and procedures

maximize the performance of the Limited

for maximum performance.

are required when replacing these

Slip Differential (LSD).

. Using non-genuine GT-R tires may

tires. NISSAN recommends that tire

The use of additives is not recom-

cause powertrain system damage if

replacement be performed at a GT-R

mended.

the vehicle is driven in a flat tire

certified NISSAN dealer.

Using additives or any other than the

situation, even if run-flat tires are

Specific tire changing equipment

specified differential oil may cause the oil

used. This may also prevent the vehi-

must be used to remove the GT-R

temperature to increase and the final

cle from being stopped safely.

tires from the wheel and to install the

drive to be damaged. Also it may cause

. Using non-genuine GT-R tires may

GT-R tires onto the wheel. It is only

vibration and adversely the vehicle hand-

also cause tire failure due to excessive

possible to reuse the tires when they

ling characteristics.

heat buildup caused by tire distortion

have no cracks and/or deformations

while driving.

on the bead portion of the tire. If the

BRAKE FLUID

incorrect equipment is used to re-

. Using non-genuine GT-R tires may

Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special

move the GT-R tires from the wheel

affect the operation of the VDC sys-

II or equivalent

and to install the GT-R tires onto the

tem.

Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II

wheel, cracks and deformation may

is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle

Tire replacement:

occur on the bead portion of the tires

Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other

meaning that the tires cannot be

. When tire replacement is required,

related parts were specially designed for

replacing tires as a set of four with

reused. We recommend contacting a

this brake fluid. NISSAN cannot ensure

new tires is recommended. However, if

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer if the

proper operation of the vehicle if other

a tire is punctured or damaged, it may

tires need to be removed from the

non-equivalent brake fluid is used.

be possible to replace only the da-

wheels.

maged tire. Determining whether one

When reusing tires, it is recommended

tire or a complete set of tires should

you contact a GT-R certified NISSAN

GT-R Overview GTR-5

dealer.

However, replacing only the brake pads

NCCB (NISSAN Carbon Ceramic

may be allowed in some cases (four

Brake) (if so equipped)

Road wheels

wheels or only front wheels depending

on the conditions). A GT-R certified tech-

In order to enjoy the high performance

Using non-genuine GT-R wheels may

nician must inspect the vehicle and

braking sensation as well as the sporty

cause the following:

determine that only the brake pads need

driving and flexibility offered by the GT-R,

. vehicle vibration

to be replaced. In this case, replacing all

NCCB (NISSAN Carbon Ceramic Brake) is

brake pads and disc rotors as a set is not

available. NCCB (NISSAN Carbon Ceramic

. the tire coming loose from the wheel

during a flat tire

necessary.

Brake) is specially designed brake system.

Conventional carbon ceramic brakes

. reduced wheel lug nut tightness

Note that the replacement of brake pads

have weaknesses in braking performance

and the disc rotors as a set on all four

when driving in the rain, at a low tem-

BRAKE PAD AND DISC ROTOR

wheels should be performed when a GT-R

perature or at low speeds. However,

certified technician determines that this

This vehicle is equipped with cross-drilled

NCCB (NISSAN Carbon Ceramic Brake)

is the correct repair.

floating rotors and radial-mounted six-

achieves both a stable brake force at

piston monoblock calipers. This helps to

If the inside of the disc rotors are cold

high temperatures during high perfor-

achieve excellent stopping performance

during the winter and the surface be-

mance driving and braking performance

and fade-resistance.

comes hot due to a heavy force being

under such driving conditions. NISSAN

applied repeatedly to the brakes, cracks

Using non-genuine GT-R brake pads or

recommends that you have the NCCB

may occur near the coolant hole on the

rotors can affect vehicle braking perfor-

(NISSAN Carbon Ceramic Brake) and the

surface of the disc rotor. Cracks may also

mance and the operation of the ABS and

related parts maintained by a GT-R certi-

occur due to a heavy force being repeat-

VDC system.

fied NISSAN dealer. Otherwise, the braking

edly applied to the brakes during high

performance may not be delivered across

Replacement of brake pads and

performance driving. In these cases it

all situations and the brake system may

may be necessary to replace the disc

be damaged, which could result in a

disc rotors

rotors or brake pads depending on the

serious accident.

For models without NCCB (NISSAN Car-

condition of the crack. We recommend

bon Ceramic Brake) package:

contacting a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer

Replacement of brake pads and

for replacement.

NISSAN generally recommends to replace

disc rotors

all four sets of brake pads and disc rotors

When replacing brake pads and brake

at the same time to maintain maximum

disc rotors, NISSAN recommends repla-

brake performance.

cing two sets of them at the same time.

GTR-6

GT-R Overview

Never Allow Oil or Grease to Adhere to

However, the brake pads can be sepa-

TITANIUM MUFFLER AND TRUNK

rately replaced only when a GT-R certified

the Titanium Muffler.

CARPET

technician judges that the brake disc

If the muffler is heated when oil or grease

rotors are reusable, based on a measured

If a non-genuine titanium muffler is used,

adhere to the muffler surface, the color of

weight and a check for scratches and

the muffler may become deformed and

this area will be different from that of the

cracks.

damage the underbody due to the high

surrounding area. To remove the oil or

performance engine reaching high ex-

grease, check that the surface tempera-

EXHAUST MUFFLER AND TRUNK

haust gas temperatures

(1,832°F

ture of the muffler has cooled, wash the

CARPET

(1,000°C) or more). The highest-class tita-

area with a neutral detergent, wipe it with

nium alloy is used for genuine parts to

The GT-R exhaust system is designed to

a brake cleaner-sprayed clean shop cloth

ensure the resistance strength and

provide the maximum vehicle perfor-

and gently tap it with a dry shop cloth to

creeping characteristics against high ex-

mance and to protect the vehicle from

dry. Be careful not to allow the brake

haust gas temperature. In addition,

high exhaust gas temperatures.

cleaner to splatter on rubber parts, bum-

further cooling effects are secured by

per, etc.

If non-genuine GT-R exhaust system

taking in air through the duct on the

parts are used it is possible that the

undercover, to cool the area around the

muffler or other exhaust system parts will

muffler, and by applying partial plate

NOTICE

deform and cause damage to the under-

thickness reduction. Since genuine tita-

body. Non-genuine GT-R exhaust system

Never allow polishes with com-

nium mufflers are made of titanium alloy,

parts can also affect vehicle performance

pounds, because there is a possibi-

the surface color will change depending

and possibly lead to turbocharger, engine

lity that the titanium muffler finisher

on the driving conditions, which is not

or power train related parts including

coloring will be changed.

unusual. Prior to shipping from factory, all

transmission, damage.

vehicles receive balance aligning for en-

Also, do not remove the trunk carpet from

gine, transmission, and clutch, as well as

the vehicle for any reason. The carpet

quench driving of brake pads and rotors.

insulates the vehicle interior from the

As a result, the muffler surface color may

heat of the muffler and from the noise

differ depending on the vehicle.

of the transmission.

Never remove the trunk carpet from the

vehicle for any reason. The carpet insu-

lates the vehicle interior from the heat of

the muffler and from the noise of the

transmission.

GT-R Overview GTR-7

GT-R PERFORMANCE

OPTIMIZATION SERVICES

DRY CARBON FIBER PARTS (if so

bucket of water, and use that

In addition to the regular maintenance

mixture to clean the parts.

recommended by NISSAN, the GT-R re-

equipped)

quires the following special inspections:

Because of the characteristics of the

material, the dry carbon fiber parts may

NOTE:

. Wheel alignment inspection and ad-

turn yellow due to exposure to ultraviolet

justment (if necessary) (including tire

The surfaces of the dry carbon fiber

rays. The surfaces of dry carbon fiber

pressure adjustment)

parts are lightly coated like a race car so

parts are coated with a special ultraviolet

. Transmission settings

that you can feel the proper texture of

protection paint. To maintain the appear-

real carbon, which may feel rough. This

These inspections are required at the

ance of these parts, it is important to take

is normal.

following intervals:

proper care of them.

1,000 miles

ENGINE START AND STOP

NOTICE

This vehicle includes spark plugs that are

12 months

designed for high performance. For this

24 months

Do not use compound agents on

reason, if the engine is repeatedly started

36 months

clear-coated dry carbon fiber

and stopped over a short time, the spark

parts (such as the NISMO model’s

plugs may become fouled, making the

NOTE:

bumper, side sill protector, rear

engine difficult to start. To prevent dimin-

. These inspections will be performed

spoiler, roof, hood, hood duct,

ished starting performance, avoid start-

free of charge for labor at a GT-R

front fender duct, etc.).

ing and stopping the engine repeatedly

certified NISSAN dealer only. Inspec-

during a short period of time.

Do not use any chemical agents

tions thereafter are recommended

(wax, coating agent, compound

every 12 months or 12,000 miles

agent, etc.) on matte-painted dry

(whichever comes first) at the cus-

carbon fiber parts (such as the

tomer’s expense. See the

2023

rear diffuser, a rear spoiler that is

NISSAN GT-R Warranty Information

of specifications other than

Booklet for details.

NISMO, etc.).

. Repairs and adjustments involving

When dry carbon fiber parts be-

parts replacement, etc. determined

come dirty, prepare a dilute

to be necessary as a result of these

cleaning solution by mixing one

inspections are performed at the

capful of mild detergent in a

customer’s expense.

GTR-8

GT-R Overview

. See the 2023 NISSAN GT-R Warranty

ison to conventional passenger vehicles.

more frequent adjustments may be ne-

Information Booklet for significant

It is recommended you contact a GT-R

cessary to help maximize vehicle perfor-

limitations, exclusions and possible

certified NISSAN dealer to confirm that

mance.

voiding of your warranty resulting

the alignment is within specifications.

from failure to have these necessary

Preventing toe-out:

inspections, repairs and/or adjust-

Toe-out can cause uneven tire wear or

ments performed.

damage to areas inside the tires due to

. See the “9. Maintenance and sche-

high heat. Be sure to have the wheel

dules” section of this manual for a

alignment toe-in setting checked and

detailed explanation of the GT-R

adjusted. It is recommended you con-

Performance Optimization Services.

tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer

before any performance driving on

WHEEL ALIGNMENT INSPECTION

closed circuit tracks. Obey all traffic

AND ADJUSTMENT (if necessary)

laws when on public roads.

(including tire pressure adjust-

Toe-in specification

ment)

Front

≤ 0.059 in (1.5 mm)

This vehicle is equipped with a high

Rear

≤ 0.079 in (2.0 mm)

performance suspension. The vehicle’s

wheel alignment should be measured

TRANSMISSION SETTINGS

and adjusted (if necessary) as necessary

as the vehicle is driven and the suspen-

The design of the clutch and transmission

sion parts break-in. It is recommended

requires inspection and adjustment of the

that you see a GT-R certified NISSAN

clutch and shift forks. It is recommended

dealer to perform these services.

you contact a GT-R certified NISSAN deal-

er at the recommended intervals. If the

The wheel alignment can be adjusted by

transmission setting is not complete,

a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer in accor-

excessive loads may be applied to the

dance with specifications for city driving

transmission and power train system

to high performance driving.

parts during starting and shifting, which

The tires on the GT-R may have different

may result in a malfunction or damage.

wear rates and wear patterns in compar-

Depending on the driving conditions,

GT-R Overview GTR-9

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

. Avoid unnecessary quick steering and

WHEEL ALIGNMENT

abrupt braking.

NOTICE

Do not adjust the wheel alignment until

. Drive with the suspension setup

the mileage reaches 1,000 miles (1,600

Follow these recommendations to

switch in the COMF mode to allow

km). Until then, the suspension may not

obtain maximum engine perfor-

more suspension stroke.

engage enough and the height may be

mance and ensure the future relia-

600 to 1,200 miles (1,000 to 2,000 km):

higher.

bility and economy of your new

vehicle. Failure to follow these re-

. Drive with the engine speed kept

However, make sure to adjust the align-

commendations may result in shor-

relatively high with the shift lever in

ment after 1,000 miles (1,600 km).

tened engine life and reduced

the

position. Shifting is recom-

The wheel alignment can be adjusted by

vehicle performance.

mended between 1st and 4th gears.

a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer in accor-

. Avoid unnecessary quick steering and

dance with specifications for city driving

abrupt braking.

to high performance driving.

Please observe the following types of

driving until the mileage shown below

. Drive with the suspension setup

The tires on the GT-R may have different

has been reached.

switch in the COMF mode to allow

wear rates and wear patterns in compar-

more suspension stroke.

ison to conventional passenger vehicles.

Until 300 miles (500 km):

It is recommended you contact a GT-R

Even though the mileage reaches over

. Do not depress the accelerator pedal

certified NISSAN dealer to confirm that

1,200 miles (2,000 km), the clutch may

more than halfway and avoid rapid

the alignment is within specifications.

take longer to properly engage if the

acceleration.

vehicle is mainly driven in town at a low

. Drive with the engine speed kept at

speed. NISSAN recommends breaking in

less than 3,500 RPM.

the clutch at a GT-R certified NISSAN

. Avoid unnecessary quick steering,

dealer. Always perform the transmission

abrupt braking and driving on poor

setting after breaking in the clutch. If the

roads.

transmission setting is not complete,

excessive loads may be applied to the

300 to 600 miles (500 to 1,000 km):

transmission and power train system

. Avoid rapid acceleration in a low gear

parts during starting and shifting, which

(1st to 3rd gears) with the accelerator

may result in a malfunction or damage.

pedal fully depressed. Depress the

pedal slowly.

GTR-10

GT-R Overview

PRECAUTIONS BEFORE DRIVING

its components and other drive-

SUMMER TIRES

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)

train component(s) by overheat-

The GT-R summer tires are made from a

OFF MODE

ing or excessive force.

specially formulated rubber to maximize

Always make sure the VDC is ON before

. Damage to the powertrain or any

the vehicle’s performance capabilities.

driving the vehicle by checking that the

drivetrain component(s) that oc-

Performance of summer tires is substan-

VDC OFF indicator lights on the meter

curs when there is a record in the

tially reduced when temperatures are less

and the VDC set-up switch are not

Vehicle Status Data Recorder

than 32°F (0°C) so you must drive care-

illuminated. The GT-R is a high perfor-

(VSDR) that the vehicle was driven

fully. NISSAN recommends the use of

mance vehicle and the VDC must be on/

with VDC off during the period

winter tires on all four wheels if you plan

activated to provide proper powertrain

when the damage was incurred is

to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy

operation and intended drivability.

excluded from warranty cover-

conditions when temperatures are less

age.

than 32°F (0°C).

WARNING

See your

2023 Warranty Information

WARNING

. The VDC OFF mode should ONLY

Booklet for important related information

be used briefly to help free the

and warranty coverage exclusions. See

Never use summer tires when the

vehicle if stuck in snow or mud by

also section 2 (

“Transmission warn-

temperature is below -4°F (-20°C) to

temporarily stopping operation

ing light” page

2-33) and section

prevent permanent tread deforma-

of the VDC to maintain wheel

(

“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-

tion which may cause tire damage or

torque.

tem” page 5-54) of this Owner’s Manual,

tire failure. This may cause a loss of

. Driving the GT-R with the VDC off

“Transmission Clutch Temperature High”

vehicle control which can result in

may lead to handling issues re-

and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Sys-

serious personal injury or death.

lated to steering maneuvers, ac-

tem” for important additional related

celeration, or deceleration.

information.

Moreover, driving with the VDC

off can result in an inoperative

vehicle by causing serious da-

mage to the powertrain, including

damage to the Transaxle Assem-

bly including Transfer, Clutch,

Gears, Transaxle case and all of

GT-R Overview GTR-11

Only certified body shops using CELETTE®

FUEL

advanced collision repair equipment are

NISSAN recommends using fuels that

approved by NISSAN for repairing struc-

contain no alcohol. However, fuels con-

tural body damage. It is recommended

taining up to 10% alcohol may be used, if

you contact a GT-R certified NISSAN deal-

necessary. Do not use E-15 or E-85 in your

er or NISSAN Consumer Affairs for a

vehicle. (

“Fuel information” page 10-

referral or list of certified body shops.

DRIVING AFTER REPLACING TIRES

NOTICE

Avoid the driving conditions listed under

“Additional maintenance items” in this

To avoid serious engine damage due

section for 48 hours after tires are in-

to increased cylinder temperatures,

stalled on the wheels (

“Additional

do not use fuels that contain more

maintenance items” page GTR-13). The

alcohol than indicated in

tire may slip on the wheel if the vehicle

“Gasoline containing oxyge-

is driven in these conditions before 48

nates” page 10-5. Also, do not use

AVOIDING BODY DAMAGE

hours have passed. If the tire slips on the

fuel additives, fuel stabilizers or fuel

wheel, the wheel/tire assembly will be out

The GT-R bumper, fascia, side sills and

deicers that contain alcohol.

of balance and will require rebalancing.

undercarriage are close to the ground.

Drive slowly on rough or uneven roads to

avoid damaging these parts. Pay careful

BODY REPAIR

attention to wheel blocks and curbs. If the

The body of the GT-R has been manu-

front bumper contacts a wheel block,

factured on special fixtures utilizing a

curb, etc., the bumper and underlying

hybrid structure with aluminum die cast

parts may be damaged or cracked. Be

parts for the frame work. Special skills,

careful not to damage the front spoiler

information and equipment are required

that is installed below the engine room.

to correctly repair the body. It is recom-

mended you contact a GT-R certified

NISSAN dealer if the vehicle is damaged,

such as in a collision, and they will

recommend an appropriate body shop.

GTR-12

GT-R Overview

ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS

The information and specifications in

PRECAUTIONS ON PERFORMANCE

color of the multi function meter on

this section apply only when engaging

the touch screen display changes to

DRIVING

in performance driving.

red to warn of a possible overheat

The information and specifications in

condition and engine output is re-

The following information applies only if

this section apply only when engaging

duced.

you engage in performance driving such

in performance driving.

as driving your GT-R for extended periods

. Engine oil temperature is 275°F (135°C)

under the following conditions.

or higher:

Checking the temperature of the

If the engine oil temperature is higher

. Higher-RPM (approaching redline) op-

coolant and oils on the touch

than 275°F (135°C), the meter display

eration

screen display

changes to red, maximum engine

. Frequent high pedal force braking

speed is automatically limited to

from moderate and higher speeds

When the temperatures of the engine

4,000

rpm, and the transmission

coolant and oil, and the oil pressure

. Frequent throttle activation

automatically changes from the

exceed the normal range, the color of

position to the

position.

. Fast revving throughout the RPM

the multi function meter on the touch

range

screen display changes to red to warn the

. Transmission oil temperature is 284°F

(140°C) or higher:

In such cases, the following additional

driver. When engaging in high perfor-

maintenance guidelines apply.

mance driving, switch the display to the

If the transmission oil temperature

multi function meter to display the tem-

increases to over 284°F (140°C), the

However, you should also carefully read

perature of the engine coolant and oil,

color of the meter display changes to

your 2023 NISSAN GT-R Warranty Infor-

and the oil pressure. When the color of

red. However, the vehicle can continue

mation Booklet for important informa-

the meter display changes to red, per-

to be driven until the temperature

tion concerning warranty coverage,

form cool down driving. When the values

reaches 295°F (146°C). If the oil tem-

limitations and exclusions.

of the temperature and pressure return

perature exceeds 284°F (140°C) while

We recommend that all GT-R mainte-

to the normal range, the color of the multi

driving (the color of the meter dis-

nance be performed at a GT-R certified

function meter will turn back to white.

played in red), change both the trans-

NISSAN dealer. NISSAN will only pay for

mission oil and the differential oil after

Warning temperature:

GT-R Performance Optimization Services

driving because these fluids have

performed at a GT-R certified NISSAN

. Engine coolant temperature is 230°F

deteriorated because of the heat.

dealer.

(110°C) or higher:

If the engine coolant temperature

increases above

230°F

(110°C), the

GT-R Overview GTR-13

fuel tank after automatic shutoff.

GTR-20) If you do not drive under the

Cool down

conditions listed, refer to the “9. Main-

The fuel tank pressure is higher when the

The information and specifications in

tenance and schedules” section of this

vehicle is hot, especially if the tank is more

this section apply only when engaging

manual.

than half full. If the cap is opened when

in performance driving.

the vehicle is hot, it may cause fuel spray

Cool down the vehicle to help extend the

and there may be a hissing noise. Open

life of the vehicle if coolant temperatures

the cap slowly, releasing the pressure

are extremely high. Drive the vehicle at 37

from the tank gradually. Also, if the

to 50 MPH (60 to 80 km/h), in 5th or 6th

vehicle is refueled when the vehicle is

gear for 2 to 3 miles (3 to 5 km) and then

hot, the fuel pump may automatically

stop the engine.

shut off before the tank is full. This does

not indicate that there is a malfunction.

Refueling precautions

Refuel slowly or refuel after the vehicle

has cooled.

WARNING

INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS

Do not attempt to top off the fuel

BEFORE DRIVING

tank after the fuel pump nozzle

The information and specifications in

shuts off automatically. Continued

this section apply only when engaging

refueling may cause fuel overflow,

in performance driving.

resulting in fuel spray and possibly a

fire. The fuel tank is full at the first

automatic shutoff.

Fluids

. Check the engine, transmission, differ-

To maximize vehicle performance, the

ential and under vehicle surfaces for

fuel tank is located as low as possible to

oil and coolant leaks.

lower the vehicle center of gravity. The

tank is also divided into two parts. This

. Check the fluid levels and adjust as

fuel tank design causes higher pressures

necessary using the specified fluid as

inside the tank than other vehicles so fuel

described under the conditions listed

spillage is possible by trying to top off the

in this section.(

“Recommended

fluids and maintenance interval” page

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GT-R Overview

your engine under normal operating

conditions, and oil consumption by

itself does not necessarily indicate

any malfunction. If your rate of oil

consumption increases suddenly or

without explanation, NISSAN recom-

mends that you have your vehicle

inspected by a GT-R certified NISSAN

dealer.

. NISSAN recommends to adjust the

. Adjust the power steering fluid level to

engine oil level

to be 0.39 in (10

the R mark

on the power steering

mm) (1/8 gal (0.5 liters))

below the H

dipstick when the fluid temperature is

mark on the engine oil dipstick. (

hot or when the fluid temperature is

range is

1.18

(30

mm).) Before

cold.

checking the oil level, run the engine

Fluid temperature:

until it reaches operating temperature

Hot: 122 to 176°F (50 to 80°C): between

and wait at least 5 minutes after

and

turning off the engine. Make sure the

Cold: 32 to 86°F (0 to 30°C): between

oil level always remains above the L

and

mark.

When the vehicle is delivered, the

Coolant level and mixture ratio

engine oil is set to “H-

0.39

(10

The information and specifications in

mm)” for optimal high performance

this section apply only when engaging

driving.

in performance driving.

. Some amount of oil is consumed by

GT-R Overview GTR-15

Check the coolant level in the pressurized

for information.

Engine and powertrain

coolant reservoir. Adjust the level so that

the fluid is between the MAX and MIN

The information and specifications in

NOTICE

markings. For the coolant, use genuine

this section apply only when engaging

NISSAN Long Life coolant or equivalent.

in performance driving.

Failure to have the clutch properly

(On delivery of new vehicle, the reservoir

Check the engine, transmission, differ-

adjusted before performance driving

is filled to the MIN level. Be sure to

ential and under the vehicle for oil and

may cause the transmission oil tem-

replenish approximately 3/8 US quart

coolant leaks.

perature to increase which may

(0.3 to 0.4 liter) of coolant.)

cause transmission damage.

Inspect the areas surrounding of the

catalytic converter for heat deteriora-

NOTICE

tion.

. Inspect and confirm the clearance

Always perform the transmission

between the exhaust finisher and rear

Do not overfill the coolant. This may

setting. After that, adjust the clutch

bumper is more than 0.24 in (6 mm)

increase the pressure in the cooling

clearance so that the clearance is less

(up/down) and more than 0.20 in (5

system and cause coolant leaks.

than the clearance used for daily

mm) (left/right).

driving. Your GT-R certified NISSAN

. Inspect the dust boot of the drive

To maximize vehicle performance, the

dealer has the necessary information

shaft universal joint for cracks or

coolant mixture ratio should be a combi-

and equipment to set the clutch

damage.

nation of 30% coolant antifreeze and 70%

clearance to the correct specification.

demineralized or distilled water for max-

The clearance used for daily driving

Suspension and wheel alignment

imum cooling system performance re-

increases clutch heat generated dur-

gardless of ambient temperatures.

The information and specifications in

ing Performance Driving. This leads to

this section apply only when engaging

If ambient temperatures are anticipated

an increase in temperature of the

in performance driving.

below 5°F (-15°C), make sure a proper

transmission oil. In addition, a more

mixture ratio of 50% antifreeze and 50%

direct shifting feel can be obtained by

. Check the steering and suspension

demineralized or distilled water mix is

reducing the clutch clearance for

system and other links for loose and/

used.

Performance Driving. The clutch clear-

or damaged parts.

ance should be reset to the daily

. Measure and adjust the wheel align-

driving specification after Perfor-

ment. (

“Wheel alignment” page

mance Driving. It is recommended

GTR-10) It is recommended you con-

you see a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer

tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer to

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GT-R Overview

adjust the wheel alignment to the

Check the tire pressure regularly and

recommended setting for high perfor-

when the climate conditions change.

mance driving.

* The following chart indicates how the

Preventing toe-out:

tire pressure will decrease as outside air

Toe-out can cause uneven tire wear or

temperature decreases.

damage to areas inside the tires due to

high heat. Be sure to have the wheel

alignment toe-in setting checked and

adjusted. It is recommended you con-

tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer

before any performance driving on

closed circuit tracks. Obey all traffic

laws when on public roads.

Toe-in specification

Front

≤ 0.059 in (1.5 mm)

Rear

≤ 0.079 in (2.0 mm)

WARNING

Wheels and tires

Keep your tires inflated to the cor-

rect tire pressure. Driving with low

The information and specifications in

tire pressure can damage some

this section apply only when engaging

powertrain systems and affect the

in performance driving.

operation of the ABS and VDC sys-

. Check tire wear and cracking.

tems. Low Tire pressure may also

. Inspect the tire side wall for damage.

cause tire failure and result in ser-

ious personal injury or death.

. Check the tire pressure and adjust the

pressure as necessary when the tires

are cold. (

“Wheels and tires” page

. Make sure the tire valve stem cap is

8-29)

installed and that the valve stem is

The tire pressure changes depending on

tight. When installing the cap, make

the outside temperature or altitude.

sure to tighten the cap by hand. If a

GT-R Overview GTR-17

tool is used to tighten the cap, the cap

stripped.

may be damaged.

Make sure the wheel nuts are tight.

(

“Wheels and tires” page 8-29)

Make sure the drive shaft nuts are

tight.

Make sure to replace the grommet

seal, the valve core and the valve cap

of the Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-

tem (TPMS) sensor attached to the

wheel every 3 years for performance

driving use. Replace them every

years even when not engaging in

performance driving. A dirty grommet

seal will cause the air leak from the

. Make sure the tire has not slipped on

tire.

the wheel causing the assembly to be

Make sure that the nuts and valves

out of balance. The reference marks

that are attached to the TPMS sensor

on the tire and wheel should be

are tight and there is no nitrogen leak.

aligned. If the reference marks are

Use only a NISSAN genuine valve cap

not aligned, the tire has slipped on

or equivalent.

the wheel. Have the wheels/tires re-

balanced. Make sure the old reference

Check wheel hub run out and that the

marks are erased and new reference

wheel rotates smoothly without any

marks are applied to the wheel and

friction. Check these with the tires

tire. When installing new tires on the

removed whenever an inspection is

wheels, make sure new reference

performed with the vehicle jacked up.

marks are applied to the wheels and

Secure road wheel balance weights

tires.

with aluminum tape.

. Avoid the driving conditions listed

Check that the wheel nuts are not

under “Additional maintenance items”

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GT-R Overview

in this section for 48 hours after tires

Brake pad break-in procedure:

. Check the fluid levels and adjust as

are installed on the wheels. The tire

necessary using the specified fluid as

NISSAN recommends that a special brake

may slip on the wheel if the vehicle is

described under the conditions listed

pad break-in procedure be performed

driven in these conditions before 48

in this section. (

“Recommended

before engaging in performance driving.

hours have passed. If the tire slips on

fluids and maintenance interval” page

It is recommended you contact a GT-R

the wheel, the wheel/tire assembly

GTR-20) If you do not drive under the

certified NISSAN dealer for details.

will be out of balance and will require

conditions listed, refer to the “9. Main-

rebalancing.

INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS

tenance and schedules” section of this

manual.

AFTER DRIVING

Brakes

. When changing fluids, be sure to use

The information and specifications in

the specified fluids as described in this

this section apply only when engaging

Owner’s manual. (

“Capacities and

in performance driving.

recommended fluids/lubricants” page

10-2)

. Check for the heat deterioration of the

NOTICE

brakes and parts around the brakes.

. It is recommended that you remove

At the completion of performance

air from the brake system after any of

driving, all fluid and other adjust-

the following:

ments should be returned to the

- When engaging in high perfor-

normal fluid specifications as shown

mance driving for the first time

in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section of

this manual.

after purchasing a new vehicle.

- After replacing the brake fluid.

- When engaging in high perfor-

Fluids

mance driving for a sustained per-

iod of time. It is recommended that

The information and specifications in

bleeding the brake be performed

this section apply only when engaging

when the brake calipers are hot

in performance driving.

(about 212°F (100°C)).

. Check the engine, transmission, differ-

ential and under the vehicle for oil and

coolant leaks.

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Recommended fluids and maintenance interval

The information and specifications in this section apply only when engaging in performance driving.

ITEMS

Engine Oil

GT-R SPECIFIED FLUIDS

Mobil 1 (0W-40)*1 or equivalent

Change engine oil and engine oil filter at the same interval as

. When the oil temperature stays

Schedule 1 and 2 in the “9. Maintenance and schedules” section of

below 230°F (110°C) while driving

this manual.

. When the oil temperature reaches

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

between 230°F (110°C) and 266°F (130°C) while

Change engine oil and engine oil filter every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).

driving

. When the oil temperature exceeds

Change engine oil and engine oil filter immediately after stopping.

266°F (130°C) while driving

*1:

Mobil 1 (0W-40) (100% synthetic) is the factory fill oil. The VR38 engine with its plasma-sprayed bores was developed using this oil. NISSAN cannot

ensure proper engine operation and durability if other 0W-40 non-equivalent synthetic oil is used. If Mobil 1 (0W-40) or equivalent is not available,

Mobil 1 (10W-40) (100% synthetic) or equivalent may be used; however, some performance loss may be noticed.

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GT-R Overview

ITEMS

Transmission Oil

GT-R SPECIFIED FLUIDS

Genuine NISSAN Transmission Oil R35 Special or equivalent

. When the oil temperature stays

Change transmission oil at the same interval as Schedule 1 and 2 in

below 248°F (120°C) while driving

the “9. Maintenance and schedules” section of this manual.

. When the oil temperature reaches

between 248°F (120°C) and 284°F (140°C) while

Change transmission oil every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

driving

Change both transmission oil and differential oil immediately after

. When the oil temperature exceeds

stopping. Differential oil temperature usually increases concur-

284°F (140°C) while driving

rently.

ITEMS

Differential Oil (front and rear)

GT-R SPECIFIED FLUIDS

Differential Oil R35 COMPETITION type 2189E*2 or equivalent

. When the oil temperature stays

Change differential oil at the same interval as Schedule 1 and 2 in

below 248°F (120°C) while driving

the “9. Maintenance and schedules” section of this manual.

. When the oil temperature reaches

between 248°F (120°C) and 284°F (140°C) while

Change differential oil every 3,000 miles (5,000 km).

MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

driving

Change both transmission oil and differential oil immediately after

. When the oil temperature exceeds

stopping. Differential oil temperature usually increases concur-

284°F (140°C) while driving

rently as the transmission oil temperature.

*2: The differential oil temperature cannot be displayed on the multi function meter on the touch screen display. The differential oil temperature can

be checked with the transmission oil temperature since both usually increases or decrease concurrently.

GT-R Overview GTR-21

Check wheel hub run out and that the

. Apply MOLYKOTE® 7439 or equivalent

Suspension and wheel alignment

wheel rotates smoothly without any

to the top and bottom of the front

. Check the steering and suspension

friction. Check these with the tires

brake pads. (See next page for illustra-

system and other links for loose and/

removed whenever an inspection is

tion).

or damaged parts.

performed with the vehicle jacked up.

Front disc brake pad:

. Measure and adjust the wheel align-

Make sure the tire has not slipped on

BRAKE PAD: Exploded View (GT-R certified

ment. It is recommended you contact

the wheel causing the assembly to be

NISSAN dealer)

a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer to

out of balance. The reference marks

adjust the wheel alignment to the

on the tire and wheel should be

recommended setting for normal driv-

aligned. If the reference marks are

ing.

not aligned, the tire has slipped on

the wheel. Have the wheels/tires re-

Wheels and tires

balanced. Make sure the old reference

marks are erased and new reference

. Check tire wear and cracking.

marks are applied to the wheel and

. Inspect the tire side wall for damage.

tire. When installing new tires on the

. Check the tire pressure and adjust the

wheels, make sure new reference

pressure as necessary when the tires

marks are applied to the wheels and

are cold. (

“Wheels and tires” page

tires. (

“Wheels and tires” page

GTR-17) If you do not drive under the

GTR-17)

conditions listed in this section, see

Make sure that the TPMS sensor

“Wheels and tires” page 8-29.

installation nuts and the sensor valve

. Check that the wheel nuts are not

are tight and there is no nitrogen leak.

stripped. Check if there is no deforma-

tion on the contact surface of the

Brakes

wheel nuts.

. Check for the heat deterioration of the

. Make sure the wheel nuts are tight.

brakes and parts around the brakes.

(

“Wheels and tires” page 8-29)

. Check the condition of the brake pads

. Make sure the drive shaft nuts are

and disc rotors and replace them as

tight.

necessary.

GT-R Overview GTR-23

GT-R SPECIFIC VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS

Refuel slowly or refuel after the vehicle

Engine and powertrain

REFUELING PRECAUTIONS

has cooled.

Check the engine, transmission, differ-

ential and under the vehicle for oil and

GASOLINE SMELL

WARNING

coolant leaks.

The fuel temperature is higher when the

Do not attempt to top off the fuel

vehicle is hot. This may cause a gasoline

Inspect the area surrounding the

tank after the fuel pump nozzle

smell from the vehicle. This does not

catalytic converter for heat deteriora-

shuts off automatically. Continued

indicate that there is a malfunction. The

tion.

refueling may cause fuel overflow,

smell will go away when the fuel tem-

Inspect and confirm the clearance

resulting in fuel spray and possibly a

perature has cooled.

between the exhaust finisher and rear

fire. The fuel tank is full at the first

bumper is more than 0.24 in (6 mm)

automatic shutoff.

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

(up/down) and more than 0.20 in (5

INDICATES HIGHER TEMPERATURE

mm) (left/right).

To maximize vehicle performance, the

Heat from the engine compartment, ra-

The clutch clearance and shift fork

fuel tank is located as low as possible to

diator and intercoolers can affect the

position may need to be adjusted.

lower the vehicle center of gravity. The

outside temperature display. The outside

Inspect the dust boot of the drive

tank is also divided into two parts. This

temperature display may indicate a high-

shaft universal joint for cracks or

fuel tank design causes higher pressures

er than actual temperature while driving

damage.

inside the tank than other vehicles so fuel

or stopped. This is normal.

spillage is possible by trying to top off the

Check that there is no abnormal noise,

fuel tank after automatic shutoff.

IDLE SPEED IS NOT STEADY

vibrations or warning lights illumi-

nated when making tight turns at

The fuel tank pressure is higher when the

The idle speed may not be steady when

slow speed (for tight corner braking

vehicle is hot, especially if the tank is more

the engine compartment is extremely

phenomenon).

than half full. If the cap is opened when

hot. This is normal. The engine speed will

the vehicle is hot, it may cause fuel spray

be steady when the engine cools down.

and there may be a hissing noise. Open

In this case, the Malfunction Indicator

the cap slowly, releasing the pressure

Light (MIL) may come on. After a few

from the tank gradually. Also, if the

driving trips, the MIL should turn off. If the

vehicle is refueled when the vehicle is

light remains on after a few driving trips, it

hot, the fuel pump may automatically

is recommended you have the vehicle

shut off before the tank is full. This does

inspected by a GT-R certified NISSAN

not indicate that there is a malfunction.

dealer.

GT-R Overview GTR-25

If the temperature is lower than approxi-

in or replacing the cross spring may

ENGINE SPEED IS RESTRICTED

mately 158°F (70°C), drive the vehicle until

decrease the noise. It is recommended

To help protect the engine, the maximum

it reaches normal operating temperature.

you contact a GT-R certified NISSAN

engine speed is automatically controlled

If the temperature is higher than 230°F

dealer.

in the following conditions:

(110°C), perform cool-down driving proce-

A screeching noise may be heard

. Revving the engine with the shift lever

dure.

(

“Cool down” page GTR-14)

when the brake pedal is depressed:

in the

position: The maximum

When the temperature of the engine

- When driving the vehicle for the first

engine speed is 4,300 RPM

coolant is between

158°F

(70°C) and

time in the morning,

230°F (110°C), the engine output returns

. Revving the engine when the engine

- After leaving the vehicle parked for

to normal.

oil is at a low (below 32°F (0°C)) or

extended periods of time, or

extremely high (over 275°F (135°C))

UNEVEN WEAR OF TIRES

- When the vehicle is damp following

temperature: The maximum engine

rain showers or washing the vehi-

speed is 4,000 RPM (The

position

The GT-R is equipped with high perfor-

cle.

will automatically change to the

mance, low profile, run-flat tires that are

optimized for performance and handling.

These sounds are normal. The noise is

position.)

The life of these tires will be less than

caused when the brake pads absorb

ENGINE OUTPUT

those of tires installed on a typical vehicle,

moisture, and the noise stops after

and you are likely to experience uneven

the brake is applied several times.

High altitude

tire wear and tire noise regardless of the

A screeching noise may also be heard

type of tire used.

To protect the engine, engine output is

when the brake pedal is depressed:

controlled so that it does not increase at

- When repeatedly applying gentle

NOISES ARE HEARD WHILE DRIV-

altitude of approximately 3,281 ft (1,000

braking, especially on a curve at a

ING

m) or higher.

low speed, or

. The GT-R brake pads use material that

- When the brake rotors have circular

Engine output according to the

provides a high amount of braking

scores with the brake temperature

power even in high temperatures. This

high.

coolant temperature

material can cause an intermittent

The engine output is controlled at a low

screeching noise just before the vehi-

level when the engine coolant tempera-

cle comes to a stop when the brakes

ture is lower than approximately 158°F

are gently applied. The noise de-

(70°C) or higher than 230°F (110°C). This is

creases as the brake pads wear. How-

not a malfunction.

ever, the additional brake pad break-

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GT-R Overview

For models without NCCB (NISSAN

clearance is very small. When parking,

- The hill start assist system can

Carbon Ceramic Brake) package:

apply the parking brake and move the

apply the brakes even if the brake

shift lever to the

position. Idle the

pedal is not depressed. The brake

engine for more than 20 seconds

pads and rotors can rust together if

WARNING

without depressing the brake pedal.

the parking procedure previously

This allows the brake pads to move

described is not followed.

Follow the instructions below when

away from the rotor so the pad does

It is recommended you contact a GT-R

parking the vehicle to help prevent

not contact the rotor.

certified NISSAN dealer if the brake

the brake rotor and brake pads from

rusting together. Failure to follow

Additionally, the brakes must be dry

pads and brake rotor have rusted

the instructions could cause the

before parking the vehicle after driv-

together.

rotor and pads to rust together. If

ing on wet roads or after washing the

the rotor and pads rust together,

vehicle. If the roads are wet, lightly

NOTICE

there may be a popping noise and

apply the brakes for a short distance

some vibration when the vehicle is

before parking the vehicle to dry the

To help reduce the possibility of the

driven, a wheel may not roll correctly,

brakes. After washing the vehicle, dry

rotors and brake pads rusting:

or the brake pads could be damaged.

the brakes by driving on a dry road for

Have the brake pads and/or rotors

If the pads are damaged, this may

a few miles and apply the brakes

quenched when the brake pads are

reduce the effectiveness of the brake

normally based on traffic and road

replaced. For detailed information

system which could cause a collision,

conditions.

about quenching, contact a GT-R

serious personal injury or death.

The metallic brake pads and brake

certified NISSAN dealer.

disc rotor may rust together when the

brakes are not applied:

After quenching the brake pads and/

. The GT-R uses brake pad materials

- If the vehicle is not idled for 20

or rotors, apply a brake of 0.5G to

that have high metallic content. The

seconds without the brakes ap-

stop the vehicle 6-7 times at least

brake pad material helps maintain

plied, or if the brakes are applied

once a week in a safe location. G-

braking performance in a wide range

when the vehicle is shut off, the

force can be checked on the multi

of weather and driving conditions.

rotor and pads can rust together,

function meter on the touch screen

For the first 3,000-6,000 miles (5,000-

even when the brake pads are dry.

display. Refer to the separate Multi

10,000 km) of the vehicle’s service life,

Function Display Owner’s Manual.

- If the brakes are wet when the

and for the first 3,000-6,000 miles

vehicle is parked and the parking

(5,000-10,000 km) after a brake repla-

brake is applied for a long time.

. To maintain steady braking perfor-

cement, the brake pad to brake rotor

GT-R Overview GTR-27

mance in both extremely high and low

transmission. You will likely hear me-

temperatures, the gap between the

chanical sounds from the transmis-

brake pad and caliper is larger than

sion, particularly at slow speeds and

normal and large-size brake pads are

at idle. This condition is normal.

used. When driving over a bump, a

light rattling sound may be heard

BRAKE SYSTEM INFORMATION

from the brake pad. This does not

indicate that there is a malfunction.

Cracks on brake pad

When the brake disc rotor undergoes

The friction material of the GT-R disc

thermal expansion, a ticking noise

brake pad is bonded to the pad backing

may be heard from the engaging

plate more strongly than conventional

portion of the wheel and the brake

brake pads to withstand the high brake

disc rotor. This does not indicate that

temperatures. The friction material and

there is a malfunction. The noise will

backing plate expand due to heat at

reduce when the temperature de-

different rates. Some cracks may be on

creases.

the surface of the friction material due to

the differences in expansion rates and the

In addition to noise resulting from

Cracks on the disc rotors (models

strong bond between the friction material

uneven tire wear discussed in the

and backing plate. The cracks do not

without NCCB (NISSAN Carbon

previous section, the GT-R tires are

indicate the brake pads need to be

more rigid than a typical passenger

Ceramic Brake) package)

replaced. However, depending on the

car tire and are made from a specially

When the brake is repeatedly applied at

condition of the cracks, the pads may

formulated rubber to maximize the

high loads during the cold season, small

need to be replaced. It is recommended

vehicle’s performance capabilities.

cracks of approximately 0.12 in (3 mm)

you contact a GT-R certified NISSAN deal-

These characteristics cause the GT-R

long may appear around the cross drilled

er.

tires to have more road noise than a

holes . This is due to the temperature

typical passenger car tire. This road

differential that occurs because the sur-

noise is normal.

faces of the disc rotors become hot while

the inside of the rotor is still cold. How-

Due to the performance capabilities

ever, this poses no problem in terms of

and requirements of the GT-R, the

brake performance, and does not indicate

sequential 6-speed dual clutch trans-

a malfunction. The brakes do not need to

mission is unlike a typical automatic

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GT-R Overview

be replaced.

performance under a wide range of driv-

GT-R includes air bubbles in the rotor and

However, if the cracks extend to 0.16 in (4

ing conditions such as extremely high

pads. Note that leaving them in the wet

mm) or longer after repeated application

temperature areas or low temperature

condition tends to cause adhesion due to

of the brakes at high loads during high

areas like snow-covered roads. Accord-

freezing.

performance driving, or through the con-

ingly, you may hear light rattles from the

A screeching noise may be heard

tinued use of the brakes, the disc rotors

brake pad area when driving over a step,

when the brake pedal is depressed:

must be replaced.

which is not a malfunction. In addition,

- When driving the vehicle for the first

you will hear creaks because of the

time in the morning,

Brake dust

characteristics of the material for the disc

- After leaving the vehicle parked for

rotor. These creaks reduce with time and

This vehicle is equipped with high perfor-

extended periods of time, or

wear.

mance brakes, and the characteristics of

- When the vehicle is damp following

Never park your vehicle for a long time

the brake pad material may cause more

rain showers or washing the vehi-

with the brake system wet.

brake dust than other vehicles. NISSAN

cle.

recommends a wheel coating that helps

The materials used for the brake disc

These sounds are normal. The noise is

prevent the brake dust from sticking to

rotor and brake pads for specified NCCB

caused when the brake pads absorb

the wheels. It is recommended you con-

(NISSAN Carbon Ceramic Brake) are dif-

moisture, and the noise stops after

tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for

ferent from those used for the standard

the brake is applied several times.

more details.

brake system in GT-R. The rotor and pads

will be protected from adhesion caused

A screeching noise may also be heard

Sound heard from brake system

by rusting. However, never park your

when the brake pedal is depressed:

vehicle for a long time with the brake

- When repeatedly applying gentle

(models with NCCB (NISSAN Car-

system wet. This helps maintain the brake

braking, especially on a curve at a

bon Ceramic Brake) package)

disc rotor and brake pads for a long time

low speed, or

and prevents an influence on the material

Rattles from brake pads and creaks

- When the brake rotors have circular

composition of the carbon ceramic rotor

during braking

scores with the brake temperature

and deterioration in the joint of brake disc

The high performance brake system of

high.

rotor’s full floating structure. Especially

vehicles equipped with the NCCB (NISSAN

The NCCB (NISSAN Carbon Ceramic

during winter, be sure to park your vehicle

Carbon Ceramic Brake) has more clear-

Brake) causes more screeching noise

with the brake disc rotor and pads dry to

ance between its brake pad and brake

in cold weather conditions than in

prevent them from being frozen and

caliper than regular vehicles, and it uses a

normal weather conditions.

damaged in below freezing temperature

large brake pad to ensure stable braking

conditions. The carbon ceramic brake for

GT-R Overview GTR-29

DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION

CHANGE OF SURFACE COLOR OF

DRY CARBON FIBER PARTS (if so

The GT-R dual clutch transmission is a

newly-developed system that uses an

TITANIUM MUFFLER

equipped)

electronically controlled multiple-disc

Genuine titanium mufflers are made of

Roughness or uneven surfaces of dry

wet clutch attached to the highly efficient

titanium alloy. The surface color will

carbon fiber parts and fiber twists

manual transmission. This transmission

change depending on the driving condi-

The surfaces of the dry carbon fiber parts

has two driving modes.

tions, which is not unusual. Prior to

are lightly coated like a race car so that

shipping from factory, all vehicles receive

position (Automatic gearshift):

you can feel the proper texture of real

balance aligning for engine, transmission,

allows automatic shifting of the man-

carbon, which may feel rough. This is

and clutch, as well as quench driving of

ual transmission.

normal.

brake pads and rotors. As a result, the

position (Manual gearshift):

muffler surface color may differ depend-

SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE

allows quick shifting of the manual

ing on the vehicle.

FLOOR WHEN DRIVING ON THE

transmission.

SPLIT SURFACE (icy and dry) ROAD

THE COLOR TONE OF THE TITA-

NOTE:

The GT-R is equipped with a Limited Slip

NIUM MUFFLER FINISHER MIGHT

When starting or driving on a steep

Differential (LSD) for increasing driving

BE DIFFERENT FROM OTHERS

uphill grade, shift to the

position

stability when cornering. If there is a

and operate the paddle shifter to shift

The titanium muffler finisher color tone is

speed difference between the left and

down to 1st gear similar to a manual

hand-made, so it may differ depending on

right wheels, the multi-plate clutch of the

transmission vehicle.

the finisher.

LSD will operate, causing a squeaking

The GT-R dual clutch transmission was

sound and vibration. This does not in-

SOUND HEARD AROUND TITANIUM

developed specifically to maximize vehi-

dicate that there is a malfunction.

cle performance and driving enjoyment.

MUFFLER

The GT-R transmission components were

When stopping the engine (rapid cooling),

designed using different engineering

you may hear a metal-rubbing sound or

standards than typical passenger car

unusual ticking sound because of the

transmissions. Because of this, the GT-R

differential thermal expansion between

has different operating characteristics,

the inner and outer pipes of the muffler.

and various rattle noises may be heard

This is not a malfunction. The sound will

during some driving conditions because

decrease when the temperature lowers.

of the following items:

GTR-30

GT-R Overview

TRANSMISSION OPERATION CHARACTERISTICS

Mechanism

Operation characteristics

. The GT-R transmission design is different from transmissions used in conventional passenger cars. The GT-R uses a

transmission gear design, light flywheel and a dry sump lubrication system to provide maximum vehicle performance.

Because the GT-R Transmission design is different, noises may be louder. When the transmission temperature is high,

rattling, shaking and jarring noises may be heard.

Base Manual transmis-

. Clattering noises may be heard while shifting.

sion

. Appropriate gaps are provided between gears to achieve smooth gear rotation and steady tooth surface lubrication

under the high-load driving condition. However, this causes a rattling noise.

. If the shift lever is moved from

to ļ position, or ļ to

position before the vehicle stops, you may not be able

to shift gear or it may take longer to shift gear. Make sure to depress the brake pedal and check that the vehicle has

stopped before shifting.

. When stopping the vehicle with the shift lever in the

or ļ position, be sure to firmly depress the brake pedal. The

vehicle may slowly move if the brake pedal is not depressed.

Multiple-disc wet

. Avoid depressing the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time. Depressing the brake and accelerator pedals at

clutch

the same time could cause the clutch to overheat and accelerate deterioration.

. When the vehicle is stopped on a hill, do not hold the vehicle in place by depressing the accelerator pedal. Doing so may

cause the clutch to overheat and result in transmission damage. Use the brakes to prevent the vehicle from moving.

The following conditions are caused due to changes in fluid viscosity as a result of temperature changes.

. When the transmission oil is extremely cold or extremely hot, the transmission may feel like it is slipping during shifts or

there may be hard shifts. This is normal. Transmission shifting should return to normal when the transmission oil

Electronic oil pressure

returns to normal operating temperatures.

control

. When the transmission oil temperature is extremely cold, the time required to run a system check may increase. During

the system check, the shift lever must stay in the

position. Move the shift lever after turning off the system check

display. Also, it is normal to hear clicking noises during the transmission systems check.

. The higher shift speeds in the

position may result in shift shock and jerkiness when starting or shifting.

Changing modes

. The quickest shifting in the R mode with the transmission in the

position is available when the engine speed is high.

However, the transmission may shift more slowly when the engine speed is low.

If the vehicle accelerates from a stop with the steering wheel turned half a turn in cold temperatures, the inner wheel tire

Mechanical Limited Slip

may slip and some noise or vibration may be heard. This phenomenon occurs because the viscosity of the differential oil

Differential (LSD)

becomes thicker and the Limited Slip Differential (LSD) operates with increasing load. When the steering wheel is returned

to the straight ahead position or the differential oil warms up, the noise and vibration decrease.

GTR-32

GT-R Overview

Mechanism

Operation characteristics

If the vehicle accelerates from a stop with the steering wheel turned half a turn in cold temperatures, it may be hard to

Electronically-con-

move the vehicle when the accelerator pedal is depressed. This phenomenon is unique to AWD vehicles and is caused by

trolled All-Wheel Drive

the speed difference between the front and rear wheel. This is not a malfunction. Resolve the phenomenon by returning the

(AWD)

steering wheel to the straight ahead position. This phenomenon can be reduced if certain conditions are met. (

“Tight

corner braking phenomenon” page 5-44)

. An ultralight flywheel is provided to achieve rapid engine response to the accelerator pedal operation. The engine

rotation fluctuations become larger than conventional vehicles. Rattling, shaking or jarring noises may be heard when

Ultralight flywheel

idling or driving at a low speed.

. Rattling noises may be heard when the engine is started or stopped.

GT-R Overview GTR-33

EXTERIOR FRONT

ITEMS

GENUINE PARTS

Genuine road wheel speci-

Road wheel

fic to GT-R

Genuine tire specific to

Tire*1

GT-R

Genuine brake pad specific

Brake pad*2

to GT-R

Brake disc ro-

Genuine brake disc rotor

tor*2

specific to GT-R

*1:

When tire replacement is required, repla-

cing tires as a set of four with new tires is

recommended. However, if a tire is punc-

tured or damaged, it may be possible to

replace only the damaged tire. Determin-

ing whether one tire or a complete set of

tires should be replaced is based on a

number of factors including tire wear and

condition. It is recommended you contact

your GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. They

can recommend if an individual tire or a

complete set should be replaced.

*2:

For models without NCCB (NISSAN Car-

bon Ceramic Brake) package:

“Brake

pad and disc rotor” page GTR-6

For models with NCCB (NISSAN Carbon

Hood (P.3-18)

Corner sensors (P.5-48)

Ceramic Brake) package:

“NCCB

Windshield wiper and washer (P.2-52,

Center sensors (P.5-48)

(NISSAN Carbon Ceramic Brake)” page

GTR-6

P.8-18)

Daytime running light (P.2-54)

Doors (P.3-2, P.3-4, P.3-8)

Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II

Headlight and turn signal (P.2-54, P.8-27)

is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle

Outside mirrors (P.3-28)

10.

Tires and wheels (P.5-4, P.6-3, P.8-29,

Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other

Power windows (P.2-67)

P.10-10)

related parts were specially designed for

this brake fluid. NISSAN cannot ensure

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EXTERIOR REAR

ITEMS

GT-R SPECIFIED FUEL

Unleaded premium gasoline with

an octane rating of at least 93 AKI

Fuel

(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.

High-mounted stop light (P.8-27)

Rear view camera (P.4-2)

Trunk (P.3-8, P.3-20)

Rear combination light (P.8-27)

Rear window defroster (P.2-53)

Fuel-filler door (P.3-24, P.10-4)

Satellite antenna (P.4-14)

: Except for NISMO models

Corner sensors (P.5-48)

: NISMO models

Center sensors (P.5-48)

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COCKPIT

Hood release handle (P.3-18)

10.

Intelligent Key port (P.5-12)

11.

Sonar system OFF switch (P.5-50)

12.

Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever

(P.3-26)

13.

Horn (P.2-59)

14.

Push-button ignition switch (P.5-10)

15.

Shift lever (P.5-15)

16.

Parking brake (P.5-34, P.5-46)

Refer to the separate Multi Function Dis-

play Owner’s Manual.

Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-54)

- MRK (Mark) switch*

Paddle shifters (P.5-15)

- Cruise control (P.5-35)

Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left

Wiper and washer switch (P.2-52)

side)*

VDC, transmission and suspension set up

Meters and gauges (P.2-6)

switches (P.5-25)

Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right

Trunk lid release switch (P.3-20)

side)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

NOTE:

Your vehicle may not be equipped with

an engine cover.

ITEMS

GT-R SPECIFIED FLUIDS

Mobil 1 (0W-40)*1 or

Engine oil

equivalent

Genuine NISSAN Transmis-

Transmission oil

sion Oil R35 Special or

equivalent

Differential Oil R35 COM-

Differential oil

PETITION type 2189E or

(front and rear)

equivalent

Genuine NISSAN Brake

Brake fluid

Fluid R35 Special II*2 or

equivalent

*1:

Mobil 1 (0W-40) (100% synthetic) is the

factory fill oil. The VR38 engine with its

plasma-sprayed bores was developed

using this oil. NISSAN cannot ensure

proper engine operation and durability if

other 0W-40 non-equivalent synthetic oil

is used. If Mobil 1 (0W-40) or equivalent is

not available, Mobil

(10W-40)

(100%

synthetic) or equivalent may be used;

Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-22)

Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-11)

however, some performance loss may be

Battery (P.8-13)

Radiator filler cap (P.8-6)

noticed.

Engine oil filler cap (P.8-9)

Coolant reservoir cap (pressure type)

*2: Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II

(P.8-6)

is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle

Engine oil dipstick (P.8-9)

Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other

Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-11)

10.

Coolant reservoir (P.8-6)

related parts were specially designed for

Air cleaner (P.8-17)

11.

Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-12)

this brake fluid and NISSAN cannot ensure

proper operation of the vehicle if other

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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

Yellow

Other

Red light

Name

Page

Name

Page

Name

Page

light

All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

Cruise main switch indica-

2-26

2-29

2-34

Brake warning light

warning light

tor light

Cruise set switch indicator

2-34

Anti-lock Braking System

light

Charge warning light

2-27

2-30

(ABS) warning light

Exterior light indicator

2-34

Engine oil pressure warning

2-28

Intelligent Key warning

light

2-30

light

Front passenger air bag

2-34

status light

Seat belt warning light

2-28

Low tire pressure warning

2-30

light

High beam indicator light

2-35

Supplemental air bag

2-28

Malfunction Indicator Light

warning light

2-32

(MIL)

Turn signal/hazard indica-

2-35

tor lights

Master warning light

2-33

Transmission warning light

2-33

Vehicle Dynamic Control

2-34

(VDC) off indicator light

Vehicle Dynamic Control

2-34

(VDC) warning light

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1 Safety - Seats, seat belts and sup-

plemental restraint system

Seats

1-2

Rear-facing child restraint installation

Front seats

1-3

using

the seat belts

1-21

Head restraints/headrests

1-5

Seat belts

1-6

Forward-facing child restraint installation

using LATCH

1-24

Precautions on seat belt usage

1-6

Forward-facing child restraint installation

Pregnant women

1-9

using the seat belts

1-26

Injured persons

1-9

Booster seats

1-30

Three-point type seat belt with retractor

1-9

Supplemental restraint system

1-34

Seat belt extenders

1-12

Precautions on supplemental

Seat belt maintenance

1-12

restraint system

1-34

Child safety

1-13

NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System

Infants

1-13

(front seats)

1-40

Small children

1-14

Front seat-mounted side-impact

Larger children

1-14

supplemental air bag and roof-mounted

Child restraints

1-15

curtain side-impact and rollover

Precautions on child restraints

1-16

supplemental air bag systems

1-45

Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren

Seat belts with pretensioners

System (LATCH)

1-17

(front seats)

1-46

Rear-facing child restraint installation

Supplemental air bag warning labels

1-48

using LATCH

1-20

Supplemental air bag warning light

1-48

Repair and replacement procedure

1-49

SEATS

To help avoid risk of injury or

death through unintended opera-

tion of the vehicle and/or its

systems, do not leave children,

people who require the assis-

tance of others or pets unat-

tended in your vehicle.

Additionally, the temperature in-

side a closed vehicle on a warm

day can quickly become high

enough to cause a significant risk

of injury or death to people and

pets.

The seatback should not be re-

clined any more than needed for

comfort. Seat belts are most ef-

well back and upright in the seat

fective when the passenger sits

WARNING

with both feet on the floor and

with their back straight up and

adjust the seat properly.

contacting the seat. If the seat-

. Do not ride in a moving vehicle

(

“Precautions on seat belt

back is reclined, the risk of sliding

when the seatback is reclined.

usage” page 1-6)

under the lap belt and being

This can be dangerous. The

injured is increased.

shoulder belt will not be against

. After adjustment, gently rock in

your body. In an accident, you

the seat to make sure it is se-

could be thrown into it and re-

curely locked.

ceive neck or other serious inju-

CAUTION

. Do not leave children unattended

ries. You could also slide under

inside the vehicle. They could

the lap belt and receive serious

When adjusting the seat positions,

unknowingly activate switches

internal injuries.

be sure not to contact any moving

or controls. Unattended children

parts to avoid possible injuries or

. For the most effective protection

could become involved in serious

damage.

when the vehicle is in motion, the

accidents.

seat should be upright. Always sit

1-2

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seat Adjustment

Switch

Operation

Location

Forward and back-

Move the switch

forward or backward until the desired seat position is

ward

obtained.

Driver’s and

front passen-

Reclining

Turn the switch

forward and backward until the desired seatback angle

ger’s seats

is obtained.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of

different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit.

(

“Precautions on seat belt usage” page 1-6)

Also, the seatback can be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the

vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the

position with the

parking brake fully applied.

Seat lifter (front)

Push the switch up or down

to raise or lower the front portion of the

seat.

Driver’s seat

Seat lifter (rear)

Move the switch

up or down to raise or lower the rear portion of the

seat.

1-4

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS

back, and use the seat adjustment switch

to adjust the seat position.

WARNING

Head restraints/headrests supple-

CAUTION

ment the other vehicle safety sys-

. When returning the seat to its

tems. They may provide additional

original position, confirm that

protection against injury in certain

the seat and seatback are locked

rear end collisions.

properly.

Head restraints/headrests must be

. Be careful not to pinch your hand

adjusted properly, as specified in this

or foot or bump your head when

section. Check the adjustment after

operating the walk-in seat.

someone else uses the seat. Failure

to follow these instructions can re-

duce the effectiveness of the head

restraints/headrests. This may in-

NOTICE

crease the risk of serious injury or

Rear seat walk-in

death in a collision.

Do not place any objects near the

This feature makes it easier to get in and

seatback of the front seats. They

out of the rear seat. Use the following

may be pinched and damaged.

procedure when getting in and out of the

rear seat.

Pull up the lever , hold the knob

and tilt the seatback forward.

2. Use the seat adjustment switch

slide the seat forward to a position

where it will be easier to enter or exit

the rear seats. Fold the shoulder belt

guide for easier access to the rear

seat.

To return the seatback to its original

position, hold the knob , raise the seat-

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-5

SEAT BELTS

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT

USAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly

adjusted, and you are sitting upright and

well back in your seat with both feet on

the floor, your chances of being injured or

killed in an accident and/or the severity of

injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN

strongly encourages you and all of your

passengers to buckle up every time you

drive, even if your seating position in-

cludes a supplemental air bag.

Most U.S. states and Canadian pro-

vinces or territories specify that seat

belts be worn at all times when a

The illustration shows the seating posi-

vehicle is being driven.

tions equipped with head restraint/head-

rest.

Indicates the seating position is

equipped with a head restraint.

+ Indicates the seating position is not

equipped with a head restraint or head-

rest.

Your vehicle is equipped with integrated

head restraints/headrests.

Proper adjustment:

Properly position the head restraint by

adjusting the front seat so that the top of

the seat is as upright as possible.

1-6

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING

Every person who drives or rides

in this vehicle should use a seat

belt at all times. Children should

be properly restrained in the rear

seat and, if appropriate, in a child

restraint.

The seat belt should be properly

adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to

do so may reduce the effective-

ness of the entire restraint sys-

tem and increase the chance or

severity of injury in an accident.

Serious injury or death can occur

if the seat belt is not worn prop-

erly.

Always route the shoulder belt

over your shoulder and across

your chest. Never put the belt

behind your back, under your

arm or across your neck. The belt

should be away from your face

and neck, but not falling off your

shoulder.

Position the lap belt as low and

snug as possible AROUND THE

HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt

worn too high could increase the

risk of internal injuries in an

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-7

accident.

injury.

spection instructions and repla-

cement recommendations. The

Be sure the seat belt tongue is

Once a seat belt pretensioner has

child restraints should be re-

securely fastened to the proper

activated, it cannot be reused and

placed if they are damaged.

buckle.

must be replaced together with

the retractor. It is recommended

Do not wear the seat belt inside

you see a GT-R certified NISSAN

out or twisted. Doing so may

dealer.

reduce its effectiveness.

Removal and installation of the

Do not allow more than one

pretensioner system components

person to use the same seat belt.

should be done by a GT-R certi-

Never carry more people in the

fied NISSAN dealer.

vehicle than there are seat belts.

All seat belt assemblies, including

If the seat belt warning light

retractors and attaching hard-

glows continuously while the

ware, should be inspected after

ignition is turned ON with all

any collision by a GT-R certified

doors closed and all seat belts

NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recom-

fastened, it may indicate a mal-

mends that all seat belt assem-

function in the system. It is re-

blies in use during a collision be

commended you have the system

replaced unless the collision was

checked by a GT-R certified

minor and the belts show no

NISSAN dealer.

damage and continue to operate

No changes should be made to

properly. Seat belt assemblies

the seat belt system. For exam-

not in use during a collision

ple, do not modify the seat belt,

should also be inspected and

add material, or install devices

replaced if either damage or im-

that may change the seat belt

proper operation is noted.

routing or tension. Doing so may

All child restraints and attaching

affect the operation of the seat

hardware should be inspected

belt system. Modifying or tam-

after any collision. Always follow

pering with the seat belt system

the restraint manufacturer’s in-

may result in serious personal

1-8

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

PREGNANT WOMEN

ries. You could also slide under

the lap belt and receive serious

NISSAN recommends that pregnant wo-

internal injuries.

men use seat belts. The seat belt should

be worn snug, and always position the lap

For the most effective protection

belt as low as possible around the hips,

when the vehicle is in motion, the

not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over

seat should be upright. Always sit

your shoulder and across your chest.

well back and upright in the seat

Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your

with both feet on the floor and

abdominal area. Contact your doctor for

adjust the seat belt properly.

specific recommendations.

Do not allow children to play with

INJURED PERSONS

the seat belts. Most seating posi-

tions are equipped with Auto-

NISSAN recommends that injured persons

matic Locking Retractor (ALR)

use seat belts. Check with your doctor for

mode seat belts. If the seat belt

specific recommendations.

becomes wrapped around a

child’s neck with the ALR mode

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT

activated, the child can be ser-

WITH RETRACTOR

iously injured or killed if the seat

belt retracts and becomes tight.

WARNING

This can occur even if the vehicle

is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt

. Every person who drives or rides

to release the child. If the seat

in this vehicle should use a seat

belt cannot be unbuckled or is

belt at all times.

already unbuckled, release the

child by cutting the seat belt with

. Do not ride in a moving vehicle

a suitable tool (such as a knife or

when the seatback is reclined.

scissors) to release the seat belt.

This can be dangerous. The

shoulder belt will not be against

your body. In an accident, you

could be thrown into it and re-

ceive neck or other serious inju-

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-9

Then smoothly pull the belt out of

the retractor.

3. Position the lap belt portion low and

Fastening the seat belts

snug on the hips as shown.

Adjust the seat. (

“Seats” page 1-2)

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the

the retractor to take up extra slack. Be

retractor and insert the tongue into

sure the shoulder belt is routed over

the buckle until you hear and feel the

your shoulder and across your chest.

latch engage.

The three-point type seat belts for the

. The retractor is designed to lock

front passenger and rear seats have two

during a sudden stop or on im-

modes of operation:

pact. A slow pulling motion per-

mits the belt to move, and allows

. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)

you some freedom of movement

. Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

in the seat.

The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)

. If the seat belt cannot be pulled

mode allows the seat belt to extend and

from its fully retracted position,

retract to allow the driver and passengers

firmly pull the belt and release it.

some freedom of movement in the seat.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

The ELR locks the seat belt when the

To increase your confidence in the seat

vehicle slows down rapidly or during

belts, check the operation as follows:

impacts.

. Grasp the shoulder belt and pull for-

The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

ward quickly. The retractor should

mode or child restraint mode locks the

lock and restrict further belt move-

seat belt for child restraint installation.

ment.

When the ALR mode is activated the seat

If the retractor does not lock during this

belt cannot be extended again until the

check or if you have any question about

seat belt tongue is detached from the

seat belt operation, see a GT-R certified

buckle and fully retracted. The seat belt

NISSAN dealer.

returns to the ELR mode after the seat

belt is fully retracted.

(

“Child restraints” page 1-15)

The ALR mode should be used only for

child restraint installation. During nor-

mal seat belt use by an occupant, the

Unfastening the seat belts

ALR mode should not be activated. If it

To unfasten the seat belt, push the

is activated it may cause uncomfortable

button on the buckle. The seat belt

seat belt tension. It can also change the

automatically retracts.

operation of the front passenger air

bag. (

“Front passenger air bag and

Checking seat belt operation

status light” page 1-42)

Seat belt retractors are designed to lock

seat belt movement by two separate

WARNING

methods:

When fastening the seat belts, be

. When the belt is pulled quickly from

certain that seatbacks are comple-

the retractor.

tely secured in the latched position.

. When the vehicle slows down rapidly.

If they are not completely secured,

passengers may be injured in an

accident or sudden stop.

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1-11

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

the child could be seriously in-

jured or killed in a collision or a

If, because of body size or driving position,

sudden stop.

it is not possible to properly fit the lap-

shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender

that is compatible with the installed seat

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

belts is available that can be purchased.

The extender adds approximately 8 in

To clean the seat belt webbing, apply

(200 mm) of length and may be used for

a mild soap solution or any solution

either the driver or front passenger seat-

recommended for cleaning upholstery

ing position. It is recommended you see a

or carpets. Then, wipe with a cloth and

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for assis-

allow the seat belts to dry in the

tance with purchasing an extender if an

shade. Do not allow the seat belts to

extender is required.

retract until they are completely dry.

If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt

WARNING

guide of the seat belt anchors, the

seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the

Shoulder belt arm (for front seats)

. It is recommended that only

shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry

Before fastening the seat belt, adjust the

NISSAN seat belt extenders, made

cloth.

shoulder belt arm to the lock position

by the same company which

Periodically check to see that the

where the belt fits snugly on the shoulder.

made the original equipment seat

seat belt and the metal components

The arm can also be folded down to allow

belts, be used with the NISSAN

such as buckles, tongues, retractors,

rear seat passengers easier access.

seat belts.

flexible wires and anchors work prop-

Pulling the arm forward will allow an easy

. Adults and children who can use

erly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts

access to the belt.

the standard seat belt should not

or other damage on the webbing is

use an extender. Such unneces-

found, the entire seat belt assembly

sary use could result in serious

should be replaced.

personal injury in the event of an

accident.

. Never use seat belt extenders to

install child restraints. If the child

restraint is not secured properly,

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

CHILD SAFETY

your child.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or

territories require the use of approved

WARNING

There are three basic types of child

child restraints for infants and small

restraint systems:

Do not allow children to play with the

children. (

“Child restraints” page 1-15)

. Rear-facing child restraint

seat belts. Most seating positions are

A child restraint may be secured in the

equipped with Automatic Locking

. Forward-facing child restraint

vehicle by using either the LATCH (Lower

Retractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If

. Booster seat

Anchor and Tethers for CHildren) system

the seat belt becomes wrapped

or with the vehicle seat belt. (

“Child

The proper restraint depends on the

around a child’s neck with the ALR

restraints” page 1-15)

child’s size. Generally, infants (up to about

mode activated, the child can be

1 year and less than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens

seriously injured or killed if the seat

placed in rear- facing child restraints.

and children be restrained in the rear

belt retracts and becomes tight. This

Forward-facing child restraints are avail-

seat. According to accident statistics,

can occur even if the vehicle is

able for children who outgrow rear-facing

children are safer when properly re-

parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to

child restraints and are at least 1 year old.

strained in the rear seat than in the

release the child. If the seat belt

Booster seats are used to help position a

front seat.

cannot be unbuckled or is already

vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who

This is especially important because

unbuckled, release the child by cut-

can no longer use a forward-facing child

your vehicle has a supplemental re-

ting the seat belt with a suitable tool

restraint.

straint system (air bag system) for the

(such as a knife or scissors) to

front passenger.

(

“Supplemental

release the seat belt.

WARNING

restraint system” page 1-34)

Children need adults to help protect

Infants and children need special

INFANTS

them. They need to be properly re-

protection. The vehicle’s seat belts

Infants up to at least one year old should

strained.

may not fit them properly. The

be placed in a rear-facing child restraint.

In addition to the general information in

shoulder belt may come too close

NISSAN recommends that infants be

this manual, child safety information is

to the face or neck. The lap belt may

placed in child restraints that comply with

available from many other sources, in-

not fit over their small hip bones. In

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards

cluding doctors, teachers, government

an accident, an improperly fitting

or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-

traffic safety offices, and community or-

seat belt could cause serious or fatal

dards. You should choose a child restraint

ganizations. Every child is different, so be

injury. Always use appropriate child

which fits your vehicle and always follow

sure to learn the best way to transport

restraints.

the manufacturer’s instructions for instal-

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1-13

lation and use.

A booster seat should be used until the

LARGER CHILDREN

child can pass the seat belt fit test below:

SMALL CHILDREN

Children should remain in a forward-

facing child restraint with a harness until

Are the child’s back and hips against

Children that are over 1 year old and

they reach the maximum height or

the vehicle seatback?

weigh at least 20 lb (9 kg) should remain

weight limit allowed by the child restraint

Is the child able to sit without slouch-

in a rear-facing child restraint as long as

manufacturer.

ing?

possible up to the height or weight limit

Once a child outgrows the height or

of the child restraint. Children who out-

Do the child’s knees bend easily over

grow the height or weight limit of the

weight limit of the harness-equipped

the front edge of the seat with feet flat

rear-facing child restraint and are at least

forward-facing child restraint, NISSAN

on the floor?

1 year old should be secured in a forward-

recommends that the child be placed in

Can the child safely wear the seat belt

facing child restraint with a harness. Refer

a commercially available booster seat to

(lap belt low and snug across the hips

to the manufacturer’s instructions for

obtain proper seat belt fit. For a seat belt

and shoulder belt across mid-chest

minimum and maximum weight and

to fit properly, the booster seat should

and shoulder)?

height recommendations. NISSAN recom-

raise the child so that the shoulder belt is

mends that small children be placed in

properly positioned across the chest and

Is the child able to use the properly

child restraints that comply with Federal

the top, middle portion of the shoulder.

adjusted head restraint/headrest?

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Cana-

The shoulder belt should not cross the

Will the child be able to stay in position

dian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You

neck or face and should not fall off the

for the entire ride?

should choose a child restraint that fits

shoulder. The lap belt should lie snugly

your vehicle and always follow the man-

across the lower hips or upper thighs, not

ufacturer’s instructions for installation

the abdomen.

and use.

A booster seat can only be used in

seating positions that have a three-point

type seat belt. The booster seat should fit

the vehicle seat and have a label certify-

ing that it complies with Federal Motor

Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE-

seat than in the front seat. If

used in the front passenger

STRAINTS

you must install a forward-

seat.

facing child restraint in the

- Keep seatbacks as upright as

front seat. (

“Forward-fa-

possible after fitting the child

WARNING

cing child restraint installation

restraint.

using the seat belts” page 1-

. Failure to follow the warnings

26)

- Infants and children should

and instructions for proper use

always be placed in an appro-

and installation of child restraints

- Even with the NISSAN Ad-

priate child restraint while in

could result in serious injury or

vanced Air Bag System, never

the vehicle.

death of a child or other passen-

install a rear-facing child re-

gers in a sudden stop or collision:

straint in the front seat. An

. When the child restraint is not in

inflating air bag could ser-

use, keep it secured with the

- The child restraint must be

iously injure or kill a child. A

LATCH system or a seat belt. In a

used and installed properly.

rear-facing child restraint

sudden stop or collision, loose

Always follow all of the child

must only be used in the rear

objects can injure occupants or

restraint manufacturer’s in-

seat.

damage the vehicle.

structions for installation and

use.

- Be sure to purchase a child

restraint that will fit the child

- Infants and children should

and vehicle. Some child re-

CAUTION

never be held on anyone’s

straints may not fit properly

lap. Even the strongest adult

in your vehicle.

A child restraint in a closed vehicle

cannot resist the forces of a

can become very hot. Check the

collision.

- Child restraint anchor points

seating surface and buckles before

are designed to withstand

- Do not put a seat belt around

placing a child in the child restraint.

loads from child restraints

both a child and another pas-

that are properly fitted.

senger.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal

- Never use the anchor points

- NISSAN recommends that all

child restraint anchor system, referred to

for adult seat belts or har-

child restraints be installed in

as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and

nesses.

the rear seat. Studies show

Tethers for CHildren) system. Some child

that children are safer when

- A child restraint with a top

restraints include rigid or webbing-

properly restrained in the rear

tether strap should not be

mounted attachments that can be con-

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

nected to these anchors. (See

“Lower

and child restraint is less than 65 lbs

Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System

(29.5

kg), you may use either the

(LATCH)” page 1-17.)

LATCH anchors or the seat belt to

If you do not have a LATCH compatible

install the child restraint (not both at

child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can

the same time).

be used.

. If the combined weight of the child

Several manufacturers offer child re-

and child restraint is greater than 65

straints for infants and small children of

lbs (29.5 kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt

various sizes. When selecting any child

(not the lower anchors) to install the

restraint, keep the following points in

child restraint.

mind:

. Be sure to follow the child restraint

Choose only a restraint with a label

manufacturer’s instructions for instal-

certifying that it complies with Federal

lation.

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Stan-

or territories require that infants and

LATCH label location

dard 213.

small children be restrained in an ap-

proved child restraint at all times while

Lower Anchors and Tethers for

Check the child restraint in your

vehicle to be sure it is compatible with

the vehicle is being operated. Canadian

CHildren System (LATCH)

the vehicle’s seat and seat belt sys-

law requires the top tether strap on

Your vehicle is equipped with special

tem.

forward-facing child restraints be se-

anchor points that are used with the

cured to the designated anchor point

If the child restraint is compatible with

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

on the vehicle.

your vehicle, place your child in the

CHildren) system compatible child re-

child restraint and check the various

straints. This system may also be referred

adjustments to be sure the child

to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible

restraint is compatible with your child.

system. With this system, you do not have

Choose a child restraint that is de-

to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the

signed for your child’s height and

child restraint unless the combined

weight. Always follow all recom-

weight of the child and child restraint

mended procedures.

exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If the combined

weight of the child and child restraint is

If the combined weight of the child

greater than 65 lbs (29.5 kg), use the

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-17

vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors)

are they to be used to attach adult

to install the child restraint. Be sure to

seat belts, or other items or equip-

follow the child restraint manufacturer’s

ment to the vehicle. Doing so could

instructions for installation.

damage the child restraint an-

chorages. The child restraint will not

LATCH lower anchor

be properly installed using the da-

maged anchorage, and a child could

WARNING

be seriously injured or killed in a

collision.

Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions for proper use and in-

stallation of child restraints could

result in serious injury or death of a

child or other passengers in a sud-

den stop or collision:

LATCH lower anchor location

. Attach LATCH system compatible

child restraints only at the loca-

LATCH lower anchor location

tions shown in the illustration.

The LATCH lower anchors are located at

. Inspect the lower anchors by in-

the rear of the seat cushion near the

serting your fingers into the low-

seatback. A label is attached to the seat-

er anchor area. Feel to make sure

back to help you locate the LATCH

there are no obstructions over

anchors.

the anchors such as seat belt

webbing or seat cushion material.

WARNING

The child restraint will not be

secured properly if the lower

The GT-R has seats and seat belts for

anchors are obstructed.

four occupants, two in the front

Child restraint anchorages are de-

seats and two in the rear seats.

signed to withstand only those loads

Never use the rear console as a

imposed by correctly fitted child

seating position or for a child re-

restraints. Under no circumstances

straint.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

LATCH rigid-mounted attachment

When installing a child restraint, carefully

Top tether anchor point locations

Installing child restraint LATCH

read and follow the instructions in this

Anchor points are located on the rear

lower anchor attachments

manual and those supplied with the child

parcel shelf.

restraint.

LATCH compatible child restraints include

If you have any questions when instal-

two rigid or webbing-mounted attach-

ling a top tether strap child restraint on

ments that can be connected to two

the rear seat, it is recommended you

anchors located at certain seating posi-

see a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for

tions in your vehicle. With this system, you

this service.

do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to

secure the child restraint. Check your

WARNING

child restraint for a label stating that it is

compatible with LATCH. This information

Child restraint anchorages are de-

may also be in the instructions provided

signed to withstand only those loads

by the child restraint manufacturer.

imposed by correctly fitted child

restraints. Under no circumstances

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-19

are they to be used to attach adult

seat belts, or other items or equip-

ment to the vehicle. Doing so could

damage the child restraint an-

chorages. The child restraint will not

be properly installed using the da-

maged anchorage, and a child could

be seriously injured or killed in a

collision.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT

INSTALLATION USING LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the

“Child safety” and “Child restraints” sec-

Rear-facing web-mounted - step 2

Rear-facing rigid-mounted - step 2

tions before installing a child restraint.

2. Secure the child restraint anchor at-

Do not use the lower anchors if the

tachments to the LATCH lower an-

combined weight of the child and the

chors. Check to make sure the LATCH

child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If

attachment is properly attached to

the combined weight of the child and the

the lower anchors.

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5

kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the

lower anchors) to install the child re-

straint. Be sure to follow the child re-

straint manufacturer’s instructions for

installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing

child restraint using the LATCH system:

Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint man-

ufacturer’s instructions.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

in all types of vehicles.

5. Check to make sure the child restraint

is properly secured prior to each use. If

the child restraint is loose, repeat

steps 1 through 4.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT

INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT

BELTS

WARNING

The three-point seat belt with Auto-

matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must

be used when installing a child re-

Rear-facing - step 3

Rear-facing - step 4

straint. Failure to use the ALR mode

3. For child restraints that are equipped

After attaching the child restraint, test

will result in the child restraint not

with webbing-mounted attachments,

it before you place the child in it. Push

being properly secured. The restraint

remove any additional slack from the

it from side to side while holding the

could tip over or be loose and cause

anchor attachments. Press downward

child restraint near the LATCH attach-

injury to a child in a sudden stop or

and rearward firmly in the center of

ment path. The child restraint should

collision. Also, it can change the

the child restraint with your hand to

not move more than 1 inch (25 mm),

operation of the front passenger air

compress the vehicle seat cushion

from side to side. Try to tug it forward

bag. See “Front passenger air bag

and seatback while tightening the

and check to see if the LATCH attach-

and status light” later in this section.

webbing of the anchor attachments.

ment holds the restraint in place. If the

restraint is not secure, tighten the

LATCH attachment as necessary, or

put the restraint in another seat and

test it again. You may need to try a

different child restraint or try installing

by using the vehicle seat belt (if

applicable). Not all child restraints fit

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

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Child restraints for infants must be

used in the rear-facing direction and

therefore must not be used in the

front seat. Position the child restraint

on the seat. Always follow the re-

straint manufacturer’s instructions.

Rear-facing - step 1

Rear-facing - step 2

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in

2. Route the seat belt tongue through

“Child safety” and “Child restraints” before

the child restraint and insert it into the

installing a child restraint.

buckle until you hear and feel the

Do not use the lower anchors if the

latch engage. Be sure to follow the

combined weight of the child and the

child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-

child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If

tions for belt routing.

the combined weight of the child and the

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5

kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the

lower anchors) to install the child re-

straint. Be sure to follow the child re-

straint manufacturer’s instructions for

installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing

child restraint using the vehicle seat belts

in the rear seats:

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

each use. If the seat belt is not locked,

repeat steps 1 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and

the seat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode

(child restraint mode) is canceled.

FORWARD-FACING CHILD RE-

STRAINT INSTALLATION USING

LATCH

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the

“Child safety” and “Child restraints” sec-

tions before installing a child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the

combined weight of the child and the

Rear-facing - step 6

child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If

Forward-facing web-mounted - step 2

the combined weight of the child and the

After attaching the child restraint, test

2. Secure the child restraint anchor at-

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5

it before you place the child in it. Push

tachments to the LATCH lower an-

kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the

it from side to side while holding the

chors. Check to make sure the LATCH

lower anchors) to install the child re-

child restraint near the seat belt path.

attachment is properly attached to

straint. Be sure to follow the child re-

The child restraint should not move

the lower anchors.

straint manufacturer’s instructions for

more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to

If the child restraint is equipped with a

installation.

side. Try to tug it forward and check to

top tether strap, route the top tether

see if the belt holds the restraint in

Follow these steps to install a forward-

strap and secure the tether strap to

place. If the restraint is not secure,

facing child restraint using the LATCH

the tether anchor point. See

tighten the seat belt as necessary, or

system:

“Installing top tether strap” page

put the restraint in another seat and

Position the child restraint on the seat.

1-26. Do not install child restraints that

test it again. You may need to try a

Always follow the child restraint man-

require the use of a top tether strap in

different child restraint. Not all child

ufacturer’s instructions.

seating positions that do not have a

restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

top tether anchor.

Check to make sure that the child

restraint is properly secured prior to

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Forward-facing rigid-mounted - step 2

Forward-facing - step 4

Forward-facing - step 6

3. The back of the child restraint should

For child restraints that are equipped

After attaching the child restraint, test

be secured against the vehicle seat-

with webbing-mounted attachments,

it before you place the child in it. Push

back.

remove any additional slack from the

it from side to side while holding the

If the seating position is interfering

anchor attachments. Press downward

child restraint near the LATCH attach-

with the proper child restraint fit, try

and rearward firmly in the center of

ment path. The child restraint should

another seating position or a different

the child restraint with your knee to

not move more than 1 inch (25 mm),

child restraint.

compress the vehicle seat cushion

from side to side. Try to tug it forward

and seatback while tightening the

and check to see if the LATCH attach-

webbing of the anchor attachments.

ment holds the restraint in place. If the

Tighten the tether strap according to

restraint is not secure, tighten the

the manufacturer’s instructions to

LATCH attachment as necessary, or

remove any slack.

put the restraint in another seat and

test it again. You may need to try a

different child restraint. Not all child

restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

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1-25

7. Check to make sure the child restraint

4. Refer to the appropriate child restraint

is properly secured prior to each use. If

installation procedure steps earlier in

the child restraint is loose, repeat

this section before tightening the

steps 1 through 6.

tether strap.

If you have any questions when instal-

ling a top tether strap, consult a GT-R

certified NISSAN dealer for details.

FORWARD-FACING CHILD RE-

STRAINT INSTALLATION USING THE

SEAT BELTS

WARNING

The three-point seat belt with Auto-

matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must

Installing top tether strap

be used when installing a child re-

The child restraint top tether strap must

straint. Failure to use the ALR mode

be used when installing the child restraint

will result in the child restraint not

with the LATCH lower anchor attach-

being properly secured. The restraint

ments.

could tip over or be loose and cause

First, secure the child restraint with the

injury to a child in a sudden stop or

LATCH lower anchors (rear outboard seat

collision. Also, it can change the

positions only).

operation of the front passenger air

bag. See “Front passenger air bag

Flip up the anchor cover from the

and status light” later in this section.

anchor point which is located directly

behind the child restraint.

2. Position the top tether strap over the

top of the seatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether

anchor point on the rear parcel shelf.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

passenger seat:

If you must install a child restraint in

the front seat, it should be placed in

a forward-facing direction only.

Move the seat to the rearmost posi-

tion. Child restraints for infants must

be used in the rear-facing direction

and, therefore, must not be used in

the front seat.

Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint man-

ufacturer’s instructions.

The back of the child restraint should

be secured against the vehicle seat-

back.

Forward-facing (front passenger seat) - step 1

Forward-facing - step 3

If the seating position is interfering

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the

with the proper child restraint fit, try

3. Route the seat belt tongue through

“Child safety” and “Child restraints” sec-

another seating position or a different

the child restraint and insert it into the

tions before installing a child restraint.

child restraint.

buckle until you hear and feel the

Do not use the lower anchors if the

latch engage. Be sure to follow the

combined weight of the child and the

child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-

child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg). If

tions for belt routing.

the combined weight of the child and the

If the child restraint is equipped with a

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs (29.5

top tether strap, route the top tether

kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the

strap and secure the tether strap to

lower anchors) to install the child re-

the tether anchor point.

straint. Be sure to follow the child re-

(

“Installing top tether strap” page

straint manufacturer’s instructions for

1-30) Do not install child restraints that

installation.

require the use of a top tether strap in

Follow these steps to install a forward-

seating positions that do not have a

facing child restraint using the vehicle

top tether anchor.

seat belt in the rear seats or in the front

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Forward-facing - step 4

Forward-facing - step 5

Forward-facing - step 6

4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is

5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up

6. Remove any additional slack from the

fully extended. At this time, the seat

on the shoulder belt to remove any

seat belt; press downward and rear-

belt retractor is in the Automatic

slack in the belt.

ward firmly in the center of the child

Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child

restraint with your knee to compress

restraint mode). It reverts to Emer-

the vehicle seat cushion and seatback

gency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode

while pulling up on the seat belt.

when the seat belt is fully retracted.

7. Tighten the tether strap according to

the manufacturer’s instructions to

remove any slack.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

the seat belt is not locked, repeat

steps 2 through 8.

Forward-facing - step 8

Forward-facing - step 10

8. After attaching the child restraint, test

10. If the child restraint is installed in the

it before you place the child in it. Push

front passenger seat, place the igni-

it from side to side while holding the

tion switch in the ON position. The

child restraint near the seat belt path.

front passenger air bag status light

The child restraint should not move

should illuminate. If this light is

more than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to

not illuminated, see “Front passenger

side. Try to tug it forward and check to

air bag and status light” in this section.

see if the belt holds the restraint in

Move the child restraint to another

place. If the restraint is not secure,

seating position. It is recommended

tighten the seat belt as necessary, or

you have the system checked by a

put the restraint in another seat and

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.

test it again. You may need to try a

After the child restraint is removed and

different child restraint. Not all child

the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR

restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

9. Check to make sure the child restraint

is properly secured prior to each use. If

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1-29

this section before tightening the

tether strap.

If you have any questions when instal-

ling a top tether strap, it is recom-

mended you consult a GT-R certified

NISSAN dealer for details.

BOOSTER SEATS

Precautions on booster seats

WARNING

If a booster seat and seat belt are not

used properly, the risk of a child

being injured in a sudden stop or

Booster seats of various sizes are offered

Installing top tether strap

collision greatly increases:

by several manufacturers. When selecting

The child restraint top tether strap must

. Make sure the shoulder portion of

any booster seat, keep the following

be used when installing the child restraint

the belt is away from the child’s

points in mind:

with the seat belts.

face and neck and the lap portion

. Choose only a booster seat with a

First, secure the child restraint with the

of the belt does not cross the

label certifying that it complies with

seat belt.

stomach.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard

Flip up the anchor cover from the

. Make sure the shoulder belt is not

213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety

anchor point which is located directly

behind the child or under the

Standard 213.

behind the child restraint.

child’s arm.

. Check the booster seat in your vehicle

2. Position the top tether strap over the

. A booster seat must only be

to be sure it is compatible with the

top of the seatback.

installed in a seating position that

vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether

has a lap/shoulder belt.

anchor point on the rear parcel shelf.

4. Refer to the appropriate child restraint

installation procedure steps earlier in

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Always follow all recommended pro-

cedures.

. Make sure the child’s head will be

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces

properly supported by the booster

or territories require that infants and

seat or vehicle seat. The seatback

small children be restrained in an ap-

must be at or above the center of

proved child restraint at all times while

the child’s ears. For example, if a low

the vehicle is being operated.

back booster seat

is chosen, the

The instructions in this section apply to

vehicle seatback must be at or above

booster seat installation in the rear seats

the center of the child’s ears. If the

or the front passenger seat.

seatback is lower than the center of

the child’s ears, a high back booster

seat

should be used.

. If the booster seat is compatible with

your vehicle, place your child in the

booster seat and check the various

adjustments to be sure the booster

seat is compatible with your child.

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Booster seat installation

WARNING

To avoid injury to child, do not use

the lap/shoulder belt Automatic

Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when

using a booster seat with the seat

belts.

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the

“Child safety”, “Child restraints” and “Boos-

ter seats” sections earlier in this section

before installing a child restraint.

Outboard position

Follow these steps to install a booster

If you must install a booster seat in

seat in the rear seat or in the front

The booster seat should be positioned

the front seat, move the seat to the

passenger seat:

on the vehicle seat so that it is stable.

rearmost position.

If the seating position is interfering

2. Position the booster seat on the seat.

with the proper booster seat fit, try

Only place it in a forward-facing

another seating position or a different

direction. Always follow the booster

booster seat.

seat manufacturer’s instructions.

Position the lap portion of the seat

belt low and snug on the child’s hips.

Be sure to follow the booster seat

manufacturer’s instructions for ad-

justing the belt routing.

Pull the shoulder belt portion of the

seat belt toward the retractor to take

up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder

belt is positioned across the top,

middle portion of the child’s shoulder.

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

front seating positions in certain side

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL

impact or rollover collisions. In a side

RESTRAINT SYSTEM

impact, the curtain air bags are designed

to inflate on the side where the vehicle is

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

impacted. In a rollover, curtain air bags on

section contains important information

both sides are designed to inflate and

concerning the following systems:

remain inflated for a short time.

. Driver and passenger supplemental

Curtain air bags are also designed to

front-impact air bag (NISSAN Ad-

inflate in certain types of rollover colli-

vanced Air Bag System)

sions or near rollovers. As a result, certain

. Front seat-mounted side-impact sup-

vehicle movements may cause the cur-

plemental air bag

tain air bags to inflate.

. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact

These supplemental restraint systems are

and rollover supplemental air bag

designed to supplement the crash pro-

tection provided by the driver and pas-

. Seat belt pretensioner

senger seat belts and are not a

Supplemental front-impact air bag sys-

substitute for them. Seat belts should

tem: The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag Sys-

always be correctly worn and the occu-

tem can help cushion the impact force to

pant seated a suitable distance away

the head and chest of the driver and front

from the steering wheel, instrument pa-

passenger in certain frontal collisions.

nel and door finishers. (

“Seat belts”

Front seat-mounted side-impact sup-

page 1-6)

plemental air bag system: This system

The supplemental air bags operate only

can help cushion the impact force to the

when the ignition switch is in the ON

chest area of the driver and front pas-

position.

senger in certain side impact collisions.

After pushing the ignition switch to the

The side air bags are designed to inflate

ON position, the supplemental air bag

on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

warning light illuminates. The supple-

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and

mental air bag warning light will turn

rollover supplemental air bag system:

off after about 7 seconds if the systems

This system can help cushion the impact

are operational.

force to the head of occupants in the

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING

The front air bags ordinarily will

not inflate in the event of a side

impact, rear impact, rollover, or

lower severity frontal collision.

Always wear your seat belts to

help reduce the risk or severity of

injury in various kinds of acci-

dents.

The front passenger air bag will

not inflate if the passenger air

bag status light is lit or if the front

passenger seat is unoccupied.

Sit upright and well back.

(

“Front passenger air bag

and status light” page 1-42)

The seat belts and the front air

bags are most effective when you

are sitting well back and upright

in the seat. The front air bags

inflate with great force. Even with

the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag

System, if you are unrestrained,

leaning forward, sitting sideways

or out of position in any way, you

are at greater risk of injury or

death in a crash. You may also

receive serious or fatal injuries

from the front air bag if you are

up against it when it inflates.

Sit upright and well back.

Always sit back against the seat-

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back and as far-away as practical

the supplemental front air bag

from the steering wheel or instru-

inflates.

ment panel. Always use the seat

belts.

The driver and front passenger

seat belt buckles are equipped

with sensors that detect if the

seat belts are fastened. The Ad-

vanced Air Bag System monitors

the severity of a collision and seat

belt usage then inflates the air

bags as needed. Failure to prop-

erly wear seat belts can increase

the risk or severity of injury in an

accident.

The front passenger seat is

equipped with an occupant clas-

sification sensor (pattern sensor)

that turns the front passenger air

bag OFF under some conditions.

This sensor is only used in this

seat. Failure to be properly

seated and wearing the seat belt

can increase the risk or severity

of injury in an accident.

(

“Front passenger air bag

and status light” page 1-42)

Keep hands on the outside of the

steering wheel. Placing them in-

side the steering wheel rim could

increase the risk of hand injury if

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING

Never let children ride unrest-

rained or extend their hands or

face out of the window. Do not

attempt to hold them in your lap

or arms. Some examples of dan-

gerous riding positions are

shown in the illustrations.

Children may be severely injured

or killed when the front air bags,

side air bags or curtain air bags

inflate if they are not properly

restrained. Pre-teens and chil-

dren should be properly re-

strained in the rear seat, if

possible.

Even with the NISSAN Advanced

Air Bag System, never install a

rear- facing child restraint in the

front seat. An inflating supple-

mental front air bag could ser-

iously injure or kill your child.

(

“Child restraints” page 1-15)

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-37

WARNING

Front seat-mounted side-impact

supplemental air bags and roof-

mounted curtain side-impact and

rollover supplemental air bags :

The side air bags ordinarily will

not inflate in the event of a front

impact, rear impact, rollover, or

lower severity side collision. Al-

ways wear your seat belts to help

reduce the risk or severity of

injury in various kinds of acci-

dents.

Do not lean against doors or windows.

The curtain air bags ordinarily will

not inflate in the event of a front

impact, rear impact, or lower

severity side collision. Always

wear your seat belts to help

reduce the risk or severity of

injury in various kinds of acci-

dents.

The seat belts, side air bags and

curtain air bags are most effec-

tive when you are sitting well

back and upright in the seat. The

side air bags and curtain air bags

inflate with great force. Do not

allow anyone to place their hand,

leg or face near the side air bag

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Satellite sensors

10.

Seat belt pretensioners

11.

Air bag Control Unit (ACU)

NISSAN ADVANCED AIR BAG SYS-

TEM (front seats)

This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN

Advanced Air Bag System for the driver

and front passenger seats. This system is

designed to meet certification require-

ments under U.S. regulations. It is also

permitted in Canada. All of the informa-

tion, cautions and warnings in this

manual apply and must be followed.

The driver supplemental front-impact air

bag is located in the center of the

steering wheel. The front passenger sup-

plemental front-impact air bag is

mounted in the instrument panel above

the glove box. The front air bags are

designed to inflate in higher severity

frontal collisions, although they may in-

flate if the forces in another type of

collision are similar to those of a higher

Crash zone sensor

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and

severity frontal impact. They may not

rollover supplemental air bag inflators

inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle

Supplemental front-impact air bag mod-

ules (NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System)

Pressure sensors in door

damage (or lack of it) is not always an

indication of proper front air bag opera-

Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-

Occupant classification sensor (pattern

mental air bags

sensor)

tion.

Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and

Occupant classification system control

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System has

rollover supplemental air bags

unit

dual stage air bag inflators. The system

monitors information from the Air bag

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Control Unit (ACU), seat belt buckle sen-

When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud

After pushing the ignition switch to the

sors and the occupant classification sen-

noise may be heard, followed by release

ON position, the supplemental air bag

sor (pattern sensor). Inflator operation is

of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and

warning light illuminates. The supple-

based on the severity of a collision and

does not indicate a fire. Care should be

mental air bag warning light will turn

seat belt usage for the driver. For the

taken not to inhale it, as it may cause

off after about 7 seconds if the system

front passenger, the occupant classifica-

irritation and choking. Those with a

is operational.

tion sensor is also monitored. Based on

history of a breathing condition should

information from the sensors, only one

get fresh air promptly.

front air bag may inflate in a crash,

Front air bags, along with the use of seat

depending on the crash severity and

belts, help to cushion the impact force on

whether the front occupants are belted

the head and chest of the front occu-

or unbelted. Additionally, the front pas-

pants. They can help save lives and

senger air bag may be automatically

reduce serious injuries. However, an in-

turned OFF under some conditions, de-

flating front air bag may cause facial

pending on the information provided by

abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags

the occupant classification sensor. If the

do not provide restraint to the lower

front passenger air bag is OFF, the

body.

passenger air bag status light will be

Even with NISSAN advanced air bags, seat

illuminated (if the seat is unoccupied, the

belts should be correctly worn and the

light will not be illuminated, but the air

driver and passenger seated upright as

bag will be off). One front air bag inflating

far as practical away from the steering

does not indicate improper performance

wheel or instrument panel. The front air

of the system. (

“Front passenger air

bags inflate quickly in order to help

bag and status light” page 1-42)

protect the front occupants. Because of

If you have any questions about your air

this, the force of the front air bag inflating

bag system, it is recommended you con-

can increase the risk of injury if the

tact NISSAN or a GT-R certified NISSAN

occupant is too close to, or is against,

dealer. If you are considering modification

the air bag module during inflation.

of your vehicle due to a disability, you may

The front air bags deflate quickly after a

also contact NISSAN. Contact information

collision.

is contained in the front of this Owner’s

The front air bags operate only when

Manual.

the ignition switch is in the ON position.

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1-41

ing the use of seats, seat belts and

Front passenger air bag:

child restraints can increase the risk

The front passenger air bag is designed

or severity of injury in an accident.

to automatically turn OFF when the

vehicle is operated under some condi-

tions as described below as permitted by

Status light:

U.S. regulations. If the front passenger air

The front passenger air bag status light

bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a crash. The

is located on the center instrument

driver air bag and other air bags in your

panel. After the ignition switch is placed in

vehicle are not part of this system.

the ON position, the front passenger air

The purpose of the regulation is to help

bag status light on the instrument panel

reduce the risk of injury or death from an

illuminates for about 7 seconds and then

inflating air bag to certain front passen-

turns off or illuminates depending on the

ger seat occupants, such as children, by

front passenger seat occupied status.

requiring the air bag to be automatically

The light operates as follows:

turned OFF.

Front passenger air bag status light

. Unoccupied passenger seat: The

The occupant classification sensor (pat-

light is OFF and the front passenger

tern sensor) is in the front passenger seat

Front passenger air bag and sta-

air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a

cushion and is designed to detect an

tus light

crash.

occupant and objects on the seat. For

example, if a child is in the front passen-

. Passenger seat occupied by a small

ger seat, the Advanced Air Bag System is

WARNING

adult, child or child restraint as out-

designed to turn the passenger air bag

lined in this section: The

light

The front passenger air bag is de-

OFF in accordance with the regulations.

illuminates to indicate that the front

signed to automatically turn OFF

Also, if a child restraint of the type

passenger air bag is OFF and will not

under some conditions. Read this

specified in the regulations is on the seat,

inflate in a crash.

section carefully to learn how it

the occupant classification sensor can

. Occupied passenger seat and the

detect it and cause the air bag to turn

operates. Proper use of the seat,

passenger meets the conditions out-

OFF.

seat belt and child restraints is ne-

lined in this section: The

light is

cessary for most effective protec-

Front passenger seat adult occupants

OFF to indicate that the front passen-

tion. Failure to follow all

who are properly seated and using the

ger air bag is operational.

instructions in this manual concern-

seat belt as outlined in this manual

should not cause the passenger air bag

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

to be automatically turned OFF. For small

air bag inflation, because of the object

is used properly and the occupant is

adults it may be turned OFF, however, if

being detected by the occupant classifi-

positioned properly. If the passenger air

the occupant does not sit in the seat

cation sensor. Other conditions could

bag status light is still not illuminated,

properly (for example, by not sitting up-

also result in air bag inflation, such as if

reposition the occupant or child restraint

right, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or

a child is standing on the seat, or if two

in a rear seat.

by otherwise being out of position), this

children are on the seat, contrary to the

If the passenger air bag status light will

could cause the sensor to turn the air bag

instructions in this manual. Always be

not illuminate even though you believe

OFF. Always be sure to be seated and

sure that you and all vehicle occupants

that the child restraint, the seat belts and

wearing the seat belt properly for the

are seated and restrained properly.

the occupant are properly positioned, the

most effective protection by the seat belt

Using the passenger air bag status light,

system may be sensing an unoccupied

and supplemental air bag.

you can monitor when the front passen-

seat (in which case the air bag is OFF).

NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and

ger air bag is automatically turned OFF

Your GT-R certified NISSAN dealer can

children be properly restrained in a rear

with the seat occupied. The light will not

check that the system is OFF by using a

seat. NISSAN also recommends that ap-

illuminate when the front passenger seat

special tool. However, until you have

propriate child restraints and booster

is unoccupied.

confirmed with your dealer that your air

seats be properly installed in a rear seat.

If an adult occupant is in the seat but the

bag is working properly, reposition the

If this is not possible, the occupant

passenger air bag status light is illumi-

occupant or child restraint in a rear seat.

classification sensor is designed to oper-

nated (indicating that the air bag is OFF),

The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System

ate as described above to turn the front

it could be that the person is a small

and passenger air bag status light will

passenger air bag OFF for specified child

adult, or is not sitting on the seat

take a few seconds to register a change

restraints. Failing to properly secure child

properly.

in the passenger seat status. However, if

restraints and to use the Automatic Lock-

If a child restraint must be used in the

the seat becomes unoccupied, the air bag

ing Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint

front seat, the passenger air bag status

status light will remain off.

mode) may allow the restraint to tip or

light may or may not be illuminated,

If a malfunction occurs in the front

move in an accident or sudden stop. This

depending on the size of the child and

passenger air bag system, the supple-

can also result in the passenger air bag

the type of child restraint being used. If

mental air bag warning light

, located

inflating in a crash instead of being OFF.

the passenger air bag status light is not

in the meter and gauges area will blink. It

(

“Child restraints” page 1-15)

illuminated (indicating that the air bag

is recommended you have the system

If the front passenger seat is not occu-

might inflate in a crash), it could be that

checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN deal-

pied, the passenger air bag is designed

the child restraint or seat belt is not being

er.

not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy

used properly. Make sure that the child

objects placed on the seat could result in

restraint is installed properly, the seat belt

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Other supplemental front air bag

serious personal injury.

. Modifying or tampering with the

front passenger seat may result

precautions

Immediately after inflation, sev-

in serious personal injury. For

eral front air bag system compo-

example, do not change the front

nents will be hot. Do not touch

WARNING

seats by placing material on the

them; you may severely burn

seat cushion or by installing ad-

yourself.

. Do not place any objects on the

ditional trim material, such as

steering wheel pad or on the

No unauthorized changes should

seat covers, on the seat that is

instrument panel. Also, do not

be made to any components or

not specifically designed to as-

place any objects between any

wiring of the supplemental air

sure proper air bag operation.

occupant and the steering wheel

bag system. This is to prevent

Additionally, do not stow any

or instrument panel. Such objects

accidental inflation of the supple-

objects under the front passen-

may become dangerous projec-

mental air bag or damage to the

ger seat or the seat cushion and

tiles and cause injury if the front

supplemental air bag system.

seatback. Such objects may inter-

air bag inflates.

Do not make unauthorized

fere with the proper operation of

changes to your vehicle’s electri-

the occupant classification sen-

. Do not place objects with sharp

cal system, suspension system or

sor.

edges on the seat. Also, do not

place heavy objects on the seat

front end structure. This could

. No unauthorized changes should

that will leave permanent impres-

affect proper operation of the

be made to any components or

sions in the seat. Such objects

front air bag system.

wiring of the seat belt system.

can damage the seat or occupant

Tampering with the supplemen-

This may affect the front air bag

classification sensor (pattern

tal air bag system may result in

system. Tampering with the seat

sensor). This can affect the op-

serious personal injury. Tamper-

belt system may result in serious

eration of the air bag system and

ing includes changes to the steer-

personal injury.

result in serious personal injury.

ing wheel and the instrument

. Work on and around the front air

. Do not use water or acidic clea-

panel assembly by placing mate-

bag system should be done by a

ners (hot steam cleaners) on the

rial over the steering wheel pad

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. In-

seat. This can damage the seat or

and above the instrument panel

stallation of electrical equipment

occupant classification sensor.

or by installing additional trim

should also be done by a GT-R

This can also affect the operation

material around the air bag sys-

certified NISSAN dealer. The Sup-

of the air bag system and result in

tem.

plemental Restraint System (SRS)

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those of a higher severity side impact.

wiring harnesses* should not be

They are designed to inflate on the side

modified or disconnected. Un-

where the vehicle is impacted. They may

authorized electrical test equip-

not inflate in certain side collisions.

ment and probing devices should

not be used on the air bag sys-

Curtain air bags are also designed to

tem.

inflate in certain types of rollover colli-

sions or near rollovers. As a result, certain

. A cracked windshield should be

vehicle movements may cause the cur-

replaced immediately by a quali-

tain air bags to inflate.

fied repair facility. A cracked

Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not

windshield could affect the func-

always an indication of proper side air

tion of the supplemental air bag

bag and curtain air bag operation.

system.

When the side air bags and curtain air

bags inflate, a fairly loud noise may be

* The SRS wiring harness connectors

heard, followed by release of smoke. This

are yellow and orange for easy identi-

smoke is not harmful and does not

fication.

FRONT SEAT-MOUNTED SIDE-IM-

indicate a fire. Care should be taken not

When selling your vehicle, we request that

to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and

PACT SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG

you inform the buyer about the front air

choking. Those with a history of a breath-

AND ROOF-MOUNTED CURTAIN

bag system and guide the buyer to the

ing condition should get fresh air

appropriate sections in this Owner’s Man-

SIDE-IMPACT AND ROLLOVER

promptly.

ual.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS

Front side air bags, along with the use of

The front side air bags are located in the

seat belts, help to cushion the impact

outside of the seatback of the front seats.

force on the chest of the front occupants.

The curtain air bags are located in the

Curtain air bags help to cushion the

side roof rails. All of the information,

impact force to the head of occupants

cautions and warnings in this manual

in the front seating positions. They can

apply and must be followed. The side air

help save lives and reduce serious injuries.

bags and curtain air bags are designed to

However, an inflating side air bag and

inflate in higher severity side collisions,

curtain air bag may cause abrasions or

although they may inflate if the forces in

other injuries. Side air bags and curtain air

another type of collision are similar to

bags do not provide restraint to the lower

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-45

body.

Such objects may become dan-

bag and curtain air bag systems

The seat belts should be correctly worn

gerous projectiles and cause in-

should be done by a GT-R certi-

and the driver and passenger seated

jury if a side air bag inflates.

fied NISSAN dealer. Installation of

upright as far as practical away from the

electrical equipment should also

Right after inflation, several side

side air bags. The side air bags and

be done by a GT-R certified

air bag and curtain air bag sys-

curtain air bags inflate quickly in order

NISSAN dealer. The SRS wiring

tem components will be hot. Do

to help protect occupants. Because of

harnesses* should not be modi-

not touch them; you may severely

this, the force of the side air bags and

fied or disconnected. Unauthor-

burn yourself.

curtain air bags inflating can increase the

ized electrical test equipment

risk of injury if the occupant is too close

No unauthorized changes should

and probing devices should not

to, or is against, these air bag modules

be made to any components or

be used on the side air bag and

during inflation. In a rollover, the curtain

wiring of the side air bags and

curtain air bag systems.

air bags on both sides are designed to

curtain air bags. This is to prevent

inflate. Under both side-impact situations,

damage to or accidental inflation

* The SRS wiring harness connectors

the curtain air bags will remain inflated

of the side air bag and curtain air

are yellow and orange for easy identi-

for a short period of time.

bag systems.

fication.

The side air bags and curtain air bags

Do not make unauthorized

When selling your vehicle, we request that

operate only when the ignition switch is

changes to your vehicle’s electri-

you inform the buyer about the side air

in the ON position.

cal system, suspension system or

bag and curtain air bag systems and

After placing the ignition switch in the

side panel. This could affect prop-

guide the buyer to the appropriate sec-

ON position, the supplemental air bag

er operation of the side air bag

tions in this Owner’s Manual.

warning light illuminates. The air bag

and curtain air bag systems.

warning light will turn off after about 7

SEAT BELTS WITH PRETEN-

Tampering with the side air bag

seconds if the systems are operational.

system may result in serious per-

SIONERS (front seats)

sonal injury. For example, do not

WARNING

change the front seat by placing

WARNING

material near the seatback or by

. Do not place any objects near the

installing additional trim materi-

. The pretensioners cannot be re-

seatback of the front seats. Also,

al, such as seat covers, around

used after activation. They must

do not place any objects (an

the side air bags.

be replaced together with the

umbrella, bag, etc.) between the

Work around and on the side air

retractor and buckle as a unit.

door finisher and the front seat.

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

The pretensioner system may activate

When selling your vehicle, we request that

If the vehicle becomes involved in

with the supplemental air bag system in

you inform the buyer about the preten-

a collision but the pretensioner is

certain types of collisions. Working with

sioner system and guide the buyer to the

not activated, it is recommended

the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the

appropriate sections in this Owner’s Man-

to have the pretensioner system

seat belt when the vehicle becomes

ual.

checked and, if necessary, re-

involved in certain types of collisions,

placed by a GT-R certified NISSAN

helping to restrain front seat occupants.

dealer.

The pretensioner is encased with the seat

No unauthorized changes should

belt retractor. These seat belts are used

be made to any components or

the same way as conventional seat belts.

wiring of the pretensioners. This

When a pretensioner activates, smoke is

is to prevent damage to or acci-

released and a loud noise may be heard.

dental activation of the preten-

The smoke is not harmful, and it does not

sioners. Tampering with the

indicate a fire. Care should be taken not

pretensioner system may result

to inhale it as it may cause irritation and

in serious personal injury.

choking. Those with a history of a breath-

Work around and on the preten-

ing condition should get fresh air

sioners should be done by a GT-R

promptly.

certified NISSAN dealer. Installa-

After pretensioner activation, load limiters

tion of electrical equipment

allow the seat belt to release webbing (if

should also be done by a GT-R

necessary) to reduce forces against the

certified NISSAN dealer. Un-

chest.

authorized electrical test equip-

The supplemental air bag warning light

ment and probing devices should

is used to indicate malfunctions in

not be used on the pretensioners.

the pretensioner system. (See

If you need to dispose of a pre-

“Supplemental air bag warning light”

tensioner or scrap the vehicle, it is

page 1-48 for more details.) If the opera-

recommended you contact a

tion of the supplemental air bag warning

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. In-

light indicates there is a malfunction, it is

correct disposal procedures

recommended you have the system

could cause personal injury.

checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN deal-

er.

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-47

WARNING

Do not use a rear-facing child re-

straint on a seat protected by an air

bag in front of it. If the air bag

deploys, it may cause serious injury

or death.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING

LABELS

LIGHT

Warning labels about the supplemental

The supplemental air bag warning light,

front-impact air bag are placed in the

displaying

in the meter, monitors the

vehicle as shown in the illustration.

circuits for the air bag systems, preten-

sioners and all related wirings.

SRS air bag

When the ignition switch is in the ON

The warning labels are located on the

position, the supplemental air bag warn-

surface of the sun visors.

ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds

and then turns off. This means the SRS air

bag systems are operational.

If any of the following conditions occur,

the air bag and/or pretensioner systems

need servicing:

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Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

. The supplemental air bag warning

REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PRO-

air bag module and pretensioners

light remains on after approximately

CEDURE

cannot be repaired.

7 seconds.

The front air bags, side air bags, curtain

. The front air bag, side air bag,

. The supplemental air bag warning

air bags and pretensioners are designed

curtain air bag and the preten-

light flashes intermittently.

to activate on a one-time-only basis. As a

sioner should be inspected by a

. The supplemental air bag warning

reminder, unless it is damaged, the sup-

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer if

light does not come on at all.

plemental air bag warning light will re-

there is any damage to the front

Under these conditions, the air bag and/

main illuminated after inflation has

end or side portion of the vehicle.

or pretensioner systems may not operate

occurred. Repair and replacement of

. If you need to dispose of a sup-

properly. They must be checked and

these systems should be done only by a

plemental air bag or a preten-

repaired. It is recommended you take

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.

sioner or scrap the vehicle,

your vehicle to the nearest GT-R certified

When maintenance work is required on

contact a GT-R certified NISSAN

NISSAN dealer.

the vehicle, the front air bags, side air

dealer. Incorrect disposal proce-

bags, curtain air bags, pretensioners and

dures could cause personal in-

related parts should be pointed out to the

jury.

WARNING

person conducting the maintenance. The

If the supplemental air bag warning

ignition switch should always be in the

light is on, it could mean that the

LOCK position when working under the

hood or inside the vehicle.

front air bag, side air bag, curtain air

bag and/or pretensioners will not

operate in an accident. To help avoid

WARNING

injury to yourself or others, have

your vehicle checked by a dealer as

. Once a front air bag, side air bag,

soon as possible.

or curtain air bag has inflated, the

air bag module will not function

again and must be replaced. Ad-

ditionally, the activated preten-

sioners must also be replaced.

The air bag module and preten-

sioners should be replaced by a

GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. The

Safety - Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-49

2 Instruments and controls

Cockpit

2-4

Warning lights, indicator lights and

Instrument panel

2-5

audible reminders

2-26

Meters and gauges

2-6

Checking lights

2-26

Speedometer

2-7

Warning/indicator lights (red)

2-26

Odometer/twin trip odometer

2-7

Warning/indicator lights (yellow)

2-29

Tachometer

2-8

Warning/indicator lights (other)

2-34

Engine coolant temperature gauge

2-8

Audible reminders

2-35

Fuel gauge

2-9

Warning display

2-36

Transmission position indicator

2-10

Engine oil low pressure warning

2-37

Upshift indicator

2-10

Engine system warning

2-37

Instrument brightness control

2-12

Shift lever position warning

2-37

Vehicle information display

2-13

Reverse warning

2-38

Engine oil level display

2-13

Transmission system warning

2-38

Transmission system check display

2-15

Transmission oil high

temperature warning

2-38

Drive computer

2-16

Transmission clutch high

Current fuel consumption

2-16

temperature warning

2-39

Vehicle speed

2-17

Parking brake release warning

2-39

Cruise control

2-17

Low brake fluid warning

2-39

Average fuel consumption and speed

2-17

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning

2-40

Elapsed time and trip odometer

2-18

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)

Distance to empty

2-18

system warning

2-40

Outside air temperature

2-19

AWD clutch high temperature warning

2-40

Setting (drive computer)

2-20

Front/rear tire size discrepancy warning

2-41

Warning (drive computer)

2-24

AWD system warning

2-41

Low tire pressure warning

2-42

Headlight and turn signal switch

2-54

Run-flat tire warning

2-42

Headlight switch

2-54

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Turn signal switch

2-58

(TPMS) warning

2-42

Horn

2-59

Cruise control system warning

2-43

Heated seats

2-59

Low fuel warning

2-43

Turning on the heaters

2-59

Door/trunk open warning

2-44

Turning off the heaters

2-59

Headlight system warning

2-44

Sonar system off switch

2-60

Low washer fluid warning

2-44

Power outlets

2-60

No key warning

2-45

E-Call (SOS) Button

2-62

Operation displays

2-45

Emergency support

2-62

Engine start operation indicator

2-46

Storage

2-64

Shift “P” warning

2-46

Cup holders

2-64

“PUSH” warning

2-46

Sunglasses holder

2-65

Rear seat belt warning (except

Door pocket

2-65

for Canada)

2-47

Glove box

2-66

Steering lock release

Console box

2-66

malfunction indicator

2-47

Coat hooks

2-67

Intelligent Key insertion indicator

2-48

Windows

2-67

Intelligent Key removal indicator

2-48

Power windows

2-67

Intelligent Key battery

Interior lights

2-70

discharge indicator

2-48

Map lights

2-70

Security systems

2-49

Interior light control switch

2-70

Vehicle security system

2-49

Vanity mirror lights

2-71

NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System

2-50

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver

2-72

Wiper and washer switch

2-52

Programming HomeLink®

2-72

Using the wipers

2-52

Programming HomeLink® for Canadian

Using the washer

2-53

customers and gate openers

2-74

Rear window defroster switch

2-53

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