oil capacities NISSAN GT-R 2013 R35 Owners Manual

the wheels. The tire may slip on the wheel if
the vehicle is driven in these conditions
before 48 hours have passed. If the tire slips
on the wheel, the wheel/tire assembly will be
out of balance and will require rebalancing.
Brakes
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
.Check for the heat deterioration of the
brakes and parts around the brakes.
. It is recommended that you remove air from
the brake system after any of the following:
— When engaging in high performance
driving for the first time after purchasing
a new vehicle.
— After replacing the brake fluid.
— When engaging in high performance driving for a sustained period of time. It
is recommended that bleeding the brake
be performed when the brake calipers
are hot (about 2128F (1008C)) .
Brake pad:
NISSAN recommends adding an additional
cross spring to the front calipers before enga-
ging in performance driving. The additional
spring reduces brake pad movement resulting from cornering forces and will reduce the stroke
of the brake pedal. Contact a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer to purchase the spring and
arrange installation. If a cross spring is added, a
clattering or squeaking sound may be heard on
rare occasions.
Brake pad break-in procedure:
NISSAN recommends that a special brake pad
break-in procedure be performed before enga-
ging in performance driving. Contact a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer for details.
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
AFTER DRIVING
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
NOTICE
At the completion of performance driv-
ing, all fluid and other adjustments
should be returned to the normal fluid
specifications as shown in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
Fluids
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
.
Check the engine, transmission, differential
and under the vehicle for oil and coolant
leaks.
. Check the fluid levels and adjust as neces-
sary using the specified fluid as described
under the conditions listed in this section.
(
“Recommended fluids and mainte-
nance interval” page GTR-20) If you do not
drive under the conditions listed, refer to the
2013 NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide.
. When changing fluids, be sure to use the
specified fluids as described in this Owner’s
manual. (
“Capacities and recom-
mended fuel/lubricants” page 9-2)
GT-R OverviewGTR-19

9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .................. 9-2Fuel recommendation ........................................................ 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...................... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .............................................. 9-7
Specifications ........................................................................\
.... 9-8
Engine ........................................................................\
........... 9-8
Wheels and tires ................................................................ 9-9
Dimensions ....................................................................... 9-11
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ...................................................................... 9-11 Vehicle identification ............................................................. 9-11 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ................. 9-11
Vehicle identification number (chassis number) ..... 9-12
Engine serial number ...................................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................... 9-12
Emission control information label .............................. 9-13
Tire and loading information label ............................... 9-13
Air conditioner specification label ............................... 9-13 Installing front license plate ............................................... 9-14
Vehicle loading information ................................................ 9-14
Terms ........................................................................\
........ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity ................................................... 9-15
Loading tips .................................................................... 9-16
Measurement of weights ............................................. 9-16
Towing a trailer ...................................................................... 9-17
Flat towing ........................................................................\
...... 9-17
Uniform tire quality grading ................................................ 9-18 Treadwear ....................................................................... 9-18
Traction AA, A, B and C ............................................. 9-18
Temperature A, B and C ............................................. 9-18
Emission control system warranty .................................... 9-19
Reporting safety defects .................................................... 9-19
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ........................................................................\
........ 9-20
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................................ 9-21
Vehicle status data recorder (VSDR) ............................. 9-21 Handling of data ............................................................ 9-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information .... 9-22

9-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 19-1/2 gal 16-1/4 gal73.8 (
“Fuel recommendation” page 9-4)
Engine oil*3
Mobil 1 (0W-40)*1
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5-1/4 qt4-3/8 qt 5.0
Without oil filter change 4-3/4 qt4 qt4.5
Cooling system With reservoir 12 qt10 qt 11.3
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent*6
Reservoir 1-1/2 qt1-1/4 qt 1.4
Transmission oil (Drain and refill)*8 10 qt8-1/4 qt 9.4 Genuine NISSAN Transmission Oil R35 Special*2
Differential oil (Drain and refill)
Front 1-3/8 pt1-1/8 pt 0.65
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil R35 COMPETITION type 2189E*2
Rear 2-7/8 pt2-3/8 pt 1.35
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*5
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II*7
Multi-purpose grease —— — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant —— — HFC-134a (R-134a)*4
Air conditioning system lubricants —— —NISSAN UV Luminous Oil
Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid —— —Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze 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 synthetic oil is used. If Mobil 1 (0W-40) is not available, Mobil 1 (10W-40) (100% synthetic) may be used; however, some performance loss may be noticed. For additional information, see the following section.
(
“Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” page 9-6)
*2: The use of fluids and lubricants other than the specified may cause vehicle malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle repairs.
*3: The recommended oil capacity level is 0.39 in (10mm) (0.5 L) below the H mark on the engine oil dipstick. For additional information, see the following section. (
“Engine oil” page 8-12)
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS

9-6Technical and consumer information
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended above can
cause persistent, heavy spark knock.
(Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.)
If severe, this can lead to engine damage.
If you detect a persistent heavy spark
knock even when using gasoline of the
stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed
on level roads, have a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer correct the condition. Fail-
ure to correct the condition is misuse of
the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not
responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,
after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause
excessive fuel consumption or damage to the
engine. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked at a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer or other compe-
tent service facility.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
(
“Capacities and recommended fuel/lubri-
cants” page 9-2)
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 synthetic oil is used.
If Mobil 1 (0W-40) is not available, Mobil 1
(10W-40) (100% synthetic) may be used;
however, some performance loss may be
noticed.
NOTICE
Using an engine oil other than that
specified could adversely affect the
engine. See the 2013 NISSAN GT-R
Warranty Information Booklet for de-
tails and exclusions.
Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used and
maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
been previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
that the engine oil viscosity be selected based
on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be
operated before the next oil change. Choosing
an oil viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality
genuine NISSAN oil filter. NISSAN recommends
to use the genuine NISSAN oil filter for the
reason described in change intervals.
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the
specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals
longer than recommended could reduce engine

10 Index
A
Additional maintenance items............................ GTR-12
Air cleaner..................................................................... 8-20
Air conditionerAir conditioner specification label.................... 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations......................................... 9-7
Air fresheners................................................................. 7-5
All-season tires...................................................... GTR-11
All-Wheel Drive............................................................ 5-41
All-Wheel Drive driving safety precautions ............ 5-9
Anti-freeze..................................................................... 5-51
Anti-lock Braking System.......................................... 5-48
Anti-lock Braking System warning.......................... 2-36
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-31
Automatic Automatic door lock system................................. 3-5
Average fuel consumption and speed................... 2-16
Avoiding body damage........................................ GTR-11
Avoiding collision and rollover ................................... 5-7
AWD clutch high temperature warning................. 2-36
AWD system characteristics.................................... 5-43
AWD system warning ................................................ 2-37
AWD warning light ..................................................... 5-41
B
Battery................................................................ 5-51, 8-17 Intelligent Key battery discharge...................... 5-11
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator..... 2-43
Intelligent Key battery replacement ................. 8-26 Before starting the engine........................................ 5-13
Body repair ............................................................. GTR-12
Booster seats............................................................... 1-28
Brake
Brake assist........................................................... 5-48
Brake fluid............................................... GTR-4, 8-15
Brake pad wear warning.................................... 8-22
Brake system......................................................... 5-47
Brakes..................................................................... 8-22
High performance brake system ...................... 8-22
Low brake fluid warning ..................................... 2-35
Parking brake ........................................................ 5-33
Parking brake break-in........................................ 5-47
Parking brake release warning ......................... 2-35
Replacing the brake pads.................................. 8-23
Self-adjusting brakes .......................................... 8-22
Brake dust............................................................... GTR-27
Brake pad................................................................ GTR-15
Brake pad and disc rotor...................................... GTR-5
Brake pad break-in procedure........................... GTR-15
Brake system information.................................... GTR-27
Brakes.................................................... GTR-19, GTR-23
Braking precautions.................................................... 5-47
Break-in schedule ........................................ GTR-9, 5-39
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ....... 9-2
Changing Changing engine coolant................................... 8-12
Changing engine oil and filter........................... 8-13 Changing wheels and tires................................ 8-39
Checking Checking bulbs..................................................... 2-24
Checking engine coolant level.......................... 8-11
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-12
Checking the tire pressure................................ 8-34
Checking the exhaust finisher and rear
bumper clearance ................................................... GTR-9
Child restraints............................................................. 1-14
Child safety................................................................... 1-12
Chrome parts ................................................................. 7-4
Cleaning ........................................................................ 8-21
Cleaning exterior ........................................................... 7-2
Cleaning interior ............................................................ 7-5
Clearing the programmed information................... 2-66
Closing the fuel-filler door ........................................ 3-25
Closing the hood......................................................... 3-19
Coat hooks ................................................................... 2-58
Cockpit ............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving.................................................. 5-51
Console box ................................................................. 2-58
Cool down .............................................................. GTR-13
Coolant Changing engine coolant................................... 8-12
Checking engine coolant level.......................... 8-11
Draining of coolant water................................... 5-51
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-7
Coolant level and mixture ratio.......................... GTR-15
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-8
Cracks on brake pad ........................................... GTR-27
Cracks on the disc rotors................................... GTR-27

FUEL RECOMMENDATION
VR38 engine
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 93 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 98) to max-
imize vehicle performance.
If the premium gasoline specified above is not
available, you may use unleaded premium gaso-
line with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI
number (Research octane number 96) , but you
may notice a decrease in performance.
Do not use gasoline with a lower octane rating
than 91 AKI (Research octane number 96) .
NOTICE
.Using a fuel other than that speci-
fied could adversely affect the emis-
sion control systems, and may also
affect warranty coverage.
. Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, since this
will damage the three way catalyst.
. Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed
to run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-
15 or E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifically designed for E-15 or E-
85 fuel can adversely affect the
emission control devices and sys-
tems of the vehicle. Damage caused
by such fuel is not covered by the
NISSAN new vehicle limited war-
ranty.
. U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be
identified by a small, square, orange
and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate per-
centage for that region.
. NISSAN recommends using fuels
that contain no alcohol. However,
fuels containing up to 10% alcohol
may be used, if necessary. To avoid
serious engine damage due to in-
creased cylinder temperature, do
not use fuels that contain more
alcohol than indicated in
“Gasoline containing oxyge-
nates” page 9-4. Also, do not use
fuel additives, fuel stabilizers or fuel
deicers that contain alcohol.
For additional information, see the following
section. (
“Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” page 9-2)
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION
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 synthetic oil is used.
If Mobil 1 (0W-40) is not available, Mobil 1
(10W-40) (100% synthetic) may be used;
however, some performance loss may be
noticed.
See the following section for engine oil and oil
filter recommendation. (
“Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants” page 9-2)
COLD TIRE PRESSURES
The label is typically located on the driver side
center pillar or on the driver’s door.
(
“Wheels and tires” page 8-31)
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCE-
DURES RECOMMENDATION
Follow these recommendations for the future
reliability and economy of your new vehicle.
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations out-
lined in this Owner’s Manual. (
“Break-in
schedule” page 5-39)
GAS STATION INFORMATION