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dealer.
If the low tire pressure and the run-flat tire
warning appears on the vehicle information
display:
.Do not exceed 50 MPH (80 km/h) .
. Increase your following distance to allow for
increased stopping distances.
. Avoid sudden maneuvers, hard cornering
and hard braking.
WARNING
.Although you can continue driving
with a punctured run-flat tire, re-
member that vehicle handling sta-
bility is reduced, which could lead to
an accident and personal injury.
Also, driving a long distance at high
speeds may damage the tire.
. Do not drive at speeds above 50
MPH (80 km/h) and do not drive
more than 50 miles (80 km) with a
punctured run-flat tire. The actual
distance the vehicle can be driven
on a flat tire depends on outside
temperature, vehicle load, road con-
ditions and other factors.
. Drive safely at reduced speeds. Avoid hard cornering or braking,
which may cause you to lose control
of the vehicle.
NOTICE
.
Never install tire chains on a punc-
tured run-flat tire, as this could
damage your vehicle.
. Avoid driving over any projection or
pothole, as the clearance between
the vehicle and the ground is smal-
ler than normal.
. Do not enter an automated car wash
with a punctured run-flat tire.
. Have the punctured tire replaced by
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer as
soon as possible, as the tire’s
performance capability is reduced.Tires for All-Wheel Drive (AWD)If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with tires
of the specified size, brand, construction and
tread pattern. The tire pressure and wheel
alignment should also be checked and cor-
rected as necessary. Contact a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
TIRE CHAINSUse of tire chains may be prohibited according
to location. Check the local laws before instal-
ling tire chains. When installing tire chains, make
sure they are of proper size for the tires on your
vehicle and are installed according to the chain
manufacturer instructions. Use only SAE class
S chains. Class “S” chains are used on vehicles
with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles
that can use Class “S” chains are designed to
meet the SAE standard minimum clearances
between the tire and the closest vehicle
suspension or body component required to
accommodate the use of a winter traction device
(tire chains or cables) . The minimum clearances
are determined using the factory equipped tire
size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use
chain tensioners when recommended by the tire
chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose
end links of the tire chain must be secured or
removed to prevent the possibility of whipping
action damage to the fenders or undercarriage.
If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when
using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be da-
maged and/or vehicle handling and performance
may be adversely affected.NOTE:Tire chains must be installed only on the
rear wheels and not on the front wheels.
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CAUTION
Do not use tire chains on dry roads.
NOTICE
Never install tire chains on a punctured
run-flat tire, as this could damage your
vehicle.
Do not drive with tire chains on paved roads that
are clear of snow. Driving with chains in such
conditions can cause damage to the various
mechanisms of the vehicle due to some
overstress.CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire rotationTires cannot be rotated because your
vehicle is equipped with different sized
tires in the front and rear.
1. Wear indicator
2. Location markTire wear and damage
WARNING
.
Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking, bul-
ging or objects caught in the
tread. If excessive wear, cracks,
bulging or deep cuts are found,
the tire(s) should be replaced.
.
The original tires have built-in
tread wear indicators. When the
wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced.
.
Tires degrade with age and use.
Have tires, over 6 years old
checked by a qualified techni-
cian because some tire damage
may not be obvious. Replace the
tires as necessary to prevent tire
failure and possible personal
injury.
.
For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Important
Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“ Tire Safety Information” (Ca-
nada) in the Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tiresWhen tire replacement is required, replacing
tires as a set of four with new tires is
recommended. However, if a tire is punctured
or damaged, it may be possible to replace only
the damaged tire. Determining whether one tire
or a complete set of tires should be replaced is
based on a number of factors including tire wear
and condition. Contact your GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer. They can recommend if an
individual tire or a complete set should be
replaced.
When replacing a tire, use the specified size,
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speed rating and load carrying capacity as
originally equipped. (
“WHEELS AND
TIRES” page 9-7)
WARNING
. The use of tires other than those
specified or the mixed use of tires of
different brands, construction (bias,
bias-belted, radial or run-flat) , or
tread patterns can adversely affect
the ride, braking, VDC system, hand-
ling, ground clearance, body-to-tire
clearance, tire chain clearance,
speedometer calibration, headlight
aim and bumper height. Some of
these effects may lead to accidents
and could result in serious personal
injury.
. If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear,
degrade vehicle handling character-
istics, affect the VDC system and/or
cause interference with the brake
discs. Such interference can lead to
decreased braking efficiency and/or
early brake pad wear. (
“WHEELS AND TIRES” page
9-7)
. When a wheel is replaced, tire
pressure will not be indicated, the
TPMS will not function and the low
tire pressure warning light will flash
for approximately 1 minute and
remain on after the 1 minute. Con-
tact a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer
as soon as possible for tire replace-
ment and/or system resetting.
. Replacing tires with those not ori-
ginally specified by NISSAN could
affect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
. Do not install a damaged or de-
formed wheel or tire even if it has
been repaired. Such wheels or tires
could have structural damage and
could fail without warning.
. Never use retread tires.
. For additional information regard-
ing tires, refer to “Important Tire
Safety Information” (US) or “Tire
Safety Information” (Canada) in the
Warranty Information Booklet.
. Always use tires of the specified
type, size, brand, construction (bias, bias-belted, radial or run-flat) , and
tread pattern on all four wheels.
Failure to do so may result in a
circumference difference between
tires on the front and rear axles
which will cause excessive tire wear
and may damage the transmission,
transfer case and differential gears.
Wheel balanceUnbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be performed
with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing
the rear wheels on the vehicle could lead to
mechanical damage.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the War-
ranty Information Booklet.Care of wheels.
Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle
to maintain their appearance.
. Clean the inner side of the wheels when the
wheel is changed or the underside of the
vehicle is washed.
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.Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing
the wheels.
. Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or
corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.
. NISSAN recommends that the side walls of
road wheels be waxed to protect against
road salt in areas where it is used during
winter.JACKING VEHICLE AND REMOVING
WHEELS
WARNING
.Make sure the parking brake is
securely applied and the transmis-
sion is shifted into the
&Pposition.
. Never change tires when the vehicle
is on a slope, ice or slippery areas.
This is hazardous.
. Never change tires if oncoming
traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait
for professional road assistance.
Blocking wheelsPlace suitable blocks
*1
at both the front and
back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat
tire to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is
jacked up.
WARNING
Be sure to block the wheel as the
vehicle may move and result in personal
injury.
Getting the toolsNOTE:A jack, jack lever and rod are not equipped
as standard with this vehicle. These parts
are dealer options. Contact a GT-R certi-
fied NISSAN dealer about acquiring a jack,
jack lever and rod. You can store a jack,
jack lever and rod in the floor in front of
the passenger’s seat.
CAUTION
After using the tools, put them back in
their original places. An accident may
occur if you leave them in the car
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2. Fit the jack head into the dent
*A
of the
jack-up point by turning the jackscrew
clockwise with your fingers.
3. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut
wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts
until the tire is off the ground.
4. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground. To lift the vehicle, securely hold
the jack lever and rod with both hands as
shown above.
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5. Remove the wheel nuts and then remove thewheel.NOTE:When putting a wheel on the ground, put it
down with the outer side of the wheel
facing up to prevent scratching of the
wheel surface.
6. Clean any mud or dirt from the surfacebetween the brake disc rotor
*1
and wheel
*2.
7. Tighten the wheel nuts by hand by turningthem clockwise until the tapered part
*A
of
each nut lightly contacts the seat part
*B
of
the wheel hole.
When replacing a front wheel, make sure the
hole in the wheel is aligned with the pin on
the brake disc rotor.
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8. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten wheelnuts alternately and evenly in the sequence
as illustrated (
*1,*2,*3,*4,*5) until
they are tight.
9. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire touches the ground. Then, with the wheel
nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely
in the sequence as illustrated. Lower the
vehicle completely.
WARNING
.Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly
tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident. .
Do not use oil or grease on the
wheel studs or nuts. This could
cause the nuts to become loose.
. Retighten the wheel nuts when the
vehicle has been driven for 600
miles (1,000 km) .
WARNING
If the road wheels are hot, allow them
to cool sufficiently before tightening
the wheel nuts. Otherwise, the wheel
nuts cannot be tightened to specifica-
tion.NOTE:.As soon as possible, tighten the wheel
nuts to the specified torque with a
torque wrench.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
97 ft-lb (132 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened
to specification at all times. It is
recommended that wheel nuts be tigh-
tened to specifications at each lubrica-
tion interval.
. Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pres-
sure. COLD pressure: After the vehicle has
been parked for three hours or more or
driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) .
COLD tire pressures are shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label
affixed to the driver’s door opening.
10. Securely store the jacking equipment in the vehicle.
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9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants............ 9-2
Fuel recommendation ...................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ............... 9-4
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant
recommendations ........................................... 9-5
Specifications. ................................................... 9-6
Engine ......................................................... 9-6
Wheels and tires ............................................ 9-7
Dimensions ................................................... 9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ............................................................ 9-8
Vehicle identification ........................................... 9-8
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .............. 9-8
Vehicle identification number (Chassis number) ..... 9-9
Engine serial number ...................................... 9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 9-9
Emission control information label .................... 9-10
Tire and loading information label ..................... 9-10
Air conditioner specification label ..................... 9-10
Installing front license plate ................................ 9-11
Vehicle loading information ................................. 9-11 Terms
........................................................ 9-11
Vehicle load capacity .................................... 9-12
Loading tips ................................................ 9-13
Measurement of weights ................................ 9-13
Towing a trailer ................................................ 9-14
Flat towing ..................................................... 9-14
Uniform tire quality grading ................................. 9-14
Treadwear .................................................. 9-14
Traction AA, A, B and C ................................ 9-14
Temperature A, B and C ................................ 9-15
Emission control system warranty ......................... 9-15
Reporting safety defects (US only) ....................... 9-16
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ....................................................... 9-16
Event data recorders (EDR) ................................ 9-17
Vehicle status data recorder (VSDR) ..................... 9-18
Handling of data .......................................... 9-18
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-18 In the event of a collision ............................... 9-19
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheelTypeSize Offset in (mm)
Aluminum Front:
2069-1/2J 1.77 (45)
Rear: 20610-1/2J
0.98 (25)TireType Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]
Summer Front:
255/40ZRF20 (97Y)
29 (200)
Rear: 285/35ZRF20 (100Y)
All-season Front:
255/40RF20 97W
29 (200)
Rear: 285/35RF20 100W
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DIMENSIONS
in (mm)
Overall length 183.1 (4,650)
Overall width 74.9 (1,902)
Overall height 54.0 (1,372)
Front tread 62.6 (1,590)
Rear tread 63.0 (1,600)
Wheelbase 109.4 (2,780)
If you plan to travel in another country, you
should first find out if the fuel available is suitable
for your vehicle’s engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas
where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district, it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into
another country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, transpor-
tation, and registration are the responsi-
bility of the user. NISSAN is not
responsible for any inconvenience that
may result.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATEThe vehicle identification number plate is at-
tached as shown. This number is the identifica-
tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle
registration.
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WHEN TRAVELING OR
REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN
ANOTHER COUNTRY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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