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1. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-47)
2. Paddle shifters (P.5-13)
3. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)*
4. Meters and gauges (P.2-4)
5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)— MRK (Mark) switch*
— Cruise control (P.5-28) 6. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-45)
7. VDC, transmission and suspension set up
switches (P.5-21)
8. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-19)
9. Hood release handle (P.3-17)
10. Intelligent Key port (P.5-10)
11. Horn (P.2-50) 12. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever (P.3-25)
13. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-8)
14. Parking brake (P.5-27, P.5-37)
15. Shift lever (P.5-13)
*: Refer to the separate Multi Function Display
Owner’s Manual.
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1. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-47)
2. Paddle shifters (P.5-13)
3. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)*
4. Meters and gauges (P.2-4)
5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)— MRK (Mark) switch*
— Cruise control (P.5-28) 6. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-45)
7. VDC, transmission and suspension set up
switches (P.5-21)
8. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-19)
9. Hood release handle (P.3-17)
10. Intelligent Key port (P.5-10)
11. Horn (P.2-50) 12. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel lever (P.3-25)
13. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-8)
14. Parking brake (P.5-27, P.5-37)
15. Shift lever (P.5-13)
*: Refer to the separate Multi Function Display
Owner’s Manual.
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How to arm the vehicle security
system1. Close all windows.The system can be armed even if the
windows are open.
2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position.
3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
4. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the
Intelligent Key, door handle request switch
or power door lock switch. The power door
lock switch should be operated while the
door is open, and then closed. 5. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light stays
on for about 30 seconds. The vehicle
security system is now pre-armed. After
about 30 seconds the vehicle security
system automatically shifts into the armed
phase. The security light begins to flash
once every approximately 3 seconds. If,
during this 30-second pre-arm time period,
the door is unlocked, or the ignition switch is
pushed to ACC or ON, the system will not
arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood, and trunk lid locked
withtheignitionswitchintheLOCK
position. When pushing the ignition switch
to the ACC or ON position, the system will
be released.
Vehicle security system activationThe vehicle security system will give the follow-
ing alarm:
. The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
. The alarm automatica lly turns off after
approximately 1 minute. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again. The alarm is activated by:
.
Unlocking the door or opening the trunk lid
without using the button on the Intelligent
Key, the door handle request switch or the
mechanical key. (Even if the door is opened
by releasing the door inside lock knob, the
alarm will activate.)
. Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarmThe alarm will stop by unlocking a door by
pushing the unlock button on the Intelligent Key
or the door handle request switch. The alarm will
not stop if the ignition switch is pushed to the
ACC or ON position.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer.NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEMThe NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered Intelligent Key. Never leave these
keys in the vehicle.
Statement related to section 15 of FCC
rules for NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System (CONT ASSY - CARD SLOT)
This device complies with part 15 of the
Instruments and controls
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2008/ 5/ 20
Keys ............................................................... 3-2Intelligent Key ................................................ 3-2
Doors .............................................................. 3-4
Locking with inside lock knob ........................... 3-5
Locking with power door lock switch .................. 3-5
Automatic door lock system .............................. 3-5
Locking with mechanical key ............................. 3-6
Opening the doors ......................................... 3-7
Intelligent Key system .......................................... 3-8
Intelligent Key functions ................................... 3-9
Remote keyless entry functions ........................ 3-12
Setting hazard indicator and horn mode ............ 3-13
Warning signals ........................................... 3-15
Troubleshooting guide ................................... 3-16
Hood ............................................................ 3-17
Opening the hood ........................................ 3-17
Closing the hood ......................................... 3-18 Trunk
............................................................. 3-19
Trunk open request switch ............................. 3-19
Trunk lid release switch ................................. 3-19
Trunk release power cancel switch ................... 3-20
Opening and closing the trunk ........................ 3-20
Emergency trunk lid release ............................ 3-21
Fuel-filler door ................................................. 3-22
Opening the fuel filler door ............................. 3-23
Closing the fuel-filler door .............................. 3-24
Steering wheel ................................................ 3-25
Tilt/telescopic steering column ........................ 3-25
Sun visors ...................................................... 3-26
Mirrors ........................................................... 3-26
Inside mirror ................................................ 3-26
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-27
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-28
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OPENING THE HOOD1. Pull the hood lock release handle
*1
located below the instrument panel. The
hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2
at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Grasp the insulated part of the stay
*3
and
release it from the hook, then securely insert
it into the hood hole
*4.
WARNING
If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, do not open
the hood. Doing so could cause injury.
CAUTION
. Do not insert hands, clothing, tools
or other items into the engine
compartment while the engine is
running.Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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the ABS warning light on the instrument panel.
The brake system then operates normally, but
without anti-lock assistance.
If the ABS warning light illuminates during the
self-test or while driving, have the vehicle
checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.Normal operationThe ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH
(5 to 10 km/h) . The speed varies according to
road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels
are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly
applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This
action is similar to pumping the brakes very
quickly. You may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or
feel a vibration from the actuator when it is
operating. This is normal and indicates that the
ABS is operating properly. However, the pulsa-
tion may indicate that road conditions are
hazardous and extra care is required while
driving.
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs
and vehicle motion. Under certain driving situa-
tions, the system will control braking and engine
output to help keep the vehicle on its steered
path.
.The VDC mode can be changed using the
VDC setup switch. (
“VDC, TRANS-
MISSION AND SUSPENSION SETUP
SWITCHES” page 5-21)
. When the VDC system is operating, the
indicator in the instrument panel blinks.
. If the
indicator blinks, the road condi-
tions may be slippery. Be sure to adjust your
speed and driving to these conditions. Be
sure to drive carefully. (
“Slip indicator
light” page 2-29) (
“Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) off indicator light” page 2-
29)
. Indicator light
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
and
indicator lights illuminate in
the instrument panel. As long as these
indicators are illuminated, the VDC system
function is canceled.
The VDC system uses an Active Brake Limited
Slip (ABLS) function to improve vehicle traction.
The ABLS system works when one of the driving
wheels is spinning on a slippery surface. The ABLS system brakes the spinning wheel, which
distributes the driving power to the other drive
wheel. If the vehicle is operated with the VDC
setup switch pushed and the VDC system
turned off, all VDC systems will be turned off.
The ABLS system and ABS will still operate with
the VDC system off.
While the VDC system is operating, you may feel
a pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a noise
or feel a vibration from under the hood. This is
normal and indicates that the VDC system is
working properly.
The VDC system computer has a built-in
diagnostic feature that tests the system each
time you start the engine and move the vehicle at
a low speed forward or backward. When the
self-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise
and/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This
does not indicate that there is a malfunction.
WARNING
.
The VDC system is designed to help
improve driving stability but does
not prevent accidents due to abrupt
steering operation at high speeds or
due to careless or dangerous driv-
ing techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful
when driving and cornering on slip-
pery surfaces and always drive care-
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During the normal day-to-day operation of the
vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smell, be sure to check for the cause or have a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In
addition, you should notify a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer if you think that repairs are
required. (
“MAINTENANCE PRECAU-
TIONS” page 8-5)
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMSAdditional information on the following
items with “*” is found later in this section.Outside the vehicleThe maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Doors and engine hood: Check that all doors
and the engine hood, operate properly. Also
ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently. Lights*:
Clean the headlights on a regular basis.
Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all
operating properly and installed securely. Also
check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing,
and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires cannot be rotated because
your vehicle is equipped with different sized tires
in the front and rear.
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If
necessary, adjust the pressure in all tires to the
pressure specified. Check carefully for damage,
cuts or excessive wear.
NOTE:. You can check the pressure of all four
tires on the multi function display. See
the separate Multi Function Display
Owner’s Manual.
. The tires of this vehicle are filled with
nitrogen gas. When the tire pressure is
low, fill the tires with nitrogen. Contact
a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for
information on filling the tires with
nitrogen. .
If nitrogen is not available, compressed
air may be safely used under normal
driving conditions. However, NISSAN
recommends refilling with nitrogen for
maximum tire performance.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap
when the tires are replaced due to wear or age.
Tire, wheel alignment and balance: If the
vehicle should pull to either side while driving on
a straight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the War-
ranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks
or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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REPLACING THE WIPER BLADESReplace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push the release tab
*A
, and then move the
wiper blade down the wiper arm
*1
while
pushing the release tab to remove.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds.
4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove.
NOTICE
.After wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original
position; otherwise it may be da-
maged when the hood is opened.
. Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arm may be
damaged from wind pressure.
If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer.SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKESYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the
brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
See a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer for
a brake system check if the brake pedal
height does not return to normal.BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATORSThe disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires replacement, it will make a high pitched
scraping or screeching sound when the vehicle
is in motion. This scraping sound will first occur
only when the brake pedal is depressed. After
the wear of brake pad is increased, the sound
will be heard all the time even if the brake pedal
is not depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the wear indicator sound is
heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other noise
may be heard. Occasional brake noise during
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10 Index
A
Additional maintenance items ................... GTR-6
Air cleaner .......................................... 8-19
Air conditioner Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ......................... 9-5
All-season tires ................................... GTR-5
All-Wheel Drive .................................... 5-34
All-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions ........ 5-7
Aluminum alloy wheels .............................. 7-3
Anti-freeze .......................................... 5-42
Anti-lock Braking System ......................... 5-39
Anti-lock Braking System warning ................ 2-34
Audible reminders ................................. 2-30
Automatic Automatic door lock system .................... 3-5
Average fuel consumption and speed ............ 2-15
Avoiding collision and rollover ...................... 5-5
AWD clutch high temperature warning .......... 2-35
AWD system characteristics ...................... 5-35
AWD system warning ............................. 2-36
AWD warning light ................................ 5-34
B
Battery ....................................... 5-42, 8-15
Intelligent Key battery discharge .............. 5-10
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator . . . 2-42
Intelligent Key battery replacement ........... 8-23
Before starting the engine ........................ 5-11
Body repair ....................................... GTR-5 Booster seat installation
........................... 1-29
Booster seats ...................................... 1-27
Brake Brake assist .................................... 5-39
Brake dust .................................... GTR-9
Brake fluid ............................. GTR-3, 8-14
Brake pad and disc rotor .................... GTR-3
Brake pad wear indicators .................... 8-20
Brake system ................................... 5-38
Brakes .......................................... 8-20
High performance brake system .............. 8-21
Inspection and adjustments of tires,
suspension and brakes ...................... GTR-6
Low brake fluid warning ....................... 2-34
Parking brake .................................. 5-27
Parking brake break-in ......................... 5-39
Parking brake release warning ................ 2-34
Replacing the brake pads ..................... 8-21
Self-adjusting brakes .......................... 8-20
Braking precautions ............................... 5-38
Break-in schedule .................................. 5-32
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ..... 9-2
Changing Changing engine coolant ...................... 8-11
Changing engine oil and filter ................. 8-12
Changing wheels and tires .................... 8-37
Checking Checking bulbs ................................ 2-23
Checking engine coolant level ................ 8-11
Checking engine oil level ...................... 8-12 Checking the tire pressure
.................... 8-32
Child restraint installation using LATCH. ......... 1-17
Child restraint installation using the seat
belts ................................................. 1-21
Child restraints ..................................... 1-13
Child safety ........................................... 1-7
Chrome parts ........................................ 7-3
Cleaning ............................................ 8-19
Cleaning exterior ..................................... 7-2
Cleaning interior ..................................... 7-4
Clearing the programmed information ............ 2-63
Closing the fuel-filler door ........................ 3-24
Closing the hood .................................. 3-18
Coat hooks ......................................... 2-56
Cockpit ............................................... 2-2
Cold weather driving .............................. 5-42
Console box ........................................ 2-56
Cool down ........................................ GTR-7
Coolant Changing engine coolant ...................... 8-11
Checking engine coolant level ................ 8-11
Coolant mixture ratio ......................... GTR-7
Draining of coolant water ..................... 5-42
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-6
Replenishing coolant ........................ GTR-6
Corrosion protection ................................. 7-5
Cruise control ............................... 2-14, 5-28
Cruise control operations ......................... 5-29
Cruise control system warning .................... 2-37
Cup holders ........................................ 2-53
Current fuel consumption ......................... 2-14
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Locking with power door lock switch.......... 3-5
Steering lock release malfunction
indicator ........................................ 2-41
Low brake fluid warning ........................... 2-34
Low fuel warning ................................... 2-37
Low tire pressure warning ........................ 2-36
Low washer fluid warning ......................... 2-38
Lower anchors and tethers for children
system .............................................. 1-15
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Maintenance Additional maintenance items ............... GTR-6
Explanation of maintenance items .............. 8-3
General maintenance ...................... 8-2, 8-3
Maintenance information .................... GTR-2
Maintenance precautions ........................ 8-5
Maintenance requirement ....................... 8-2
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance test. . 9-16
Scheduled maintenance ......................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ......................... 1-12
Map lights .......................................... 2-58
Measurement of weights .......................... 9-13
Mechanical Limited Slip Differential
characteristics .................................... GTR-9
Meters and gauges .................................. 2-4
Mirror Inside mirror .................................... 3-26
Mirrors .......................................... 3-26
Outside mirrors ................................ 3-27
Vanity mirror .................................... 3-28
Vanity mirror lights ............................. 2-60
Most common factors contributing to vehicle
corrosion. ............................................. 7-5 Multi Function Display Owner’s Manual
............ 4-2
N
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System .............. 1-36
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............. 2-43
No key warning .................................... 2-39
Noises are heard while driving .................. GTR-8
O
Odometer/twin trip odometer ....................... 2-5
Off-road recovery .................................... 5-6
Oil Changing engine oil and filter ................. 8-12
Checking engine oil level ...................... 8-12
Differential oil ................................. GTR-2
Engine oil .............................. GTR-2, 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ....... 9-4
Engine oil level display ........................ 2-11
Engine oil low pressure warning .............. 2-32
Exterior parts ................................. GTR-3
Transmission oil ....................... GTR-2, 8-13
Transmission oil high temperature
warning ......................................... 2-33
Opening and closing the trunk ................... 3-20
Opening the doors. .................................. 3-7
Opening the fuel filler door ....................... 3-23
Opening the hood ................................. 3-17
Operating range for engine start ................... 5-8
Operating the HomeLink
®Universal
Transceiver ......................................... 2-62
Operation displays ................................. 2-39
Outside air temperature ........................... 2-16
Outside door handles ............................... 7-3 Outside mirrors
.................................... 3-27
Outside temperature display indicates higher
temperature ...................................... GTR-7
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ......................... 6-6
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information .......................................... 9-18
P
Parking Parking brake .................................. 5-27
Parking brake break-in ......................... 5-39
Parking brake release warning ................ 2-34
Parking/parking on hills ........................ 5-37
Passenger compartment .......................... 8-23
Power Locking with power door lock switch .......... 3-5
Power outlets .................................. 2-52
Power steering ................................. 5-38
Power steering fluid ........................... 8-13
Power windows ................................ 2-56
Trunk release power cancel switch ........... 3-20
Precautions ......................................... 8-15
All-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions .... 5-7
Braking precautions ........................... 5-38
Maintenance precautions ........................ 8-5
Precautions before driving .................. GTR-5
Precautions on booster seats ................. 1-27
Precautions on child restraints ................ 1-13
Precautions on cruise control ................. 5-28
Precautions on seat belt usage ................. 1-5
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system .......................................... 1-31
Precautions when starting and driving ......... 5-2
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