Air NISSAN GT-R 2014 R35 User Guide

GTR-18GT-R Overview
WARNING
Keep your tires inflated to the correct
tire pressure. Driving with low tire
pressure can damage some powertrain
systems and affect the operation of the
ABS and VDC systems. Low Tire pres-
sure may also cause tire failure and
result in serious personal injury or
death.
. Make sure the tire valve stem cap is installed
and that the valve stem is tight. When
installing the cap, make sure to tighten the
cap by hand. If a tool is used to tighten the
cap, the cap may be damaged.
. Make sure the wheel nuts are tight.
(
“Wheels and tires” page 8-32)
. 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 System (TPMS) sensor
attached to the wheel every 3 years for
performance driving use. Replace them
every 5 years even when not engaging in
performance driving. A dirty grommet seal
will cause the air leak from the tire. .
Make sure that the nuts and valves that are
attached to the TPMS sensor are tight and
there is no nitrogen leak.
. Use only a NISSAN genuine valve cap or
equivalent.
. Check wheel hub run out and that the wheel
rotates smoothly without any friction. Check
these with the tires removed whenever an
inspection is performed with the vehicle
jacked up.
. Secure road wheel balance weights with
aluminum tape.
. Check that the wheel nuts are not stripped.
.Make sure the tire has not slipped on the
wheel causing the assembly to be out of
balance. The reference marks on the tire and
wheel should be aligned. If the reference
marks are not aligned, the tire has slipped on
the wheel. Have the wheels/tires reba-
lanced. Make sure the old reference marks
are erased and new reference marks are
applied to the wheel and tire. When instal-
ling new tires on the wheels, make sure new
reference marks are applied to the wheels
and tires.
. Avoid the driving conditions listed under
“Additional maintenance items” in this sec-
tion for 48 hours after tires are installed on

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
2014 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

0-2Illustrated table of contents
FRONT
1. Seat belt (Page 1-7)
2. Rear seat walk-in lever (P.1-5)
3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplementalair bag system (P.1-34) 4. Supplemental front-impact air bags (P.1-34)
5. Seat belt pretensioner (P.1-45)
6. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air
bag system (P.1-34) 7. Occupant classification sensor (pattern sensor)
(P.1-40)
8. Front seats (P.1-3)
SEATS, SEAT BELTS AND
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)

0-8Illustrated table of contents
1. Outside mirror control switch (P.3-28)
2. Center dial*
3. Audio system*
4. Heater and air conditioner*
5. Multi function display*
6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.6-2)7. Glove box (P.2-58)
8. Fuse box cover (P.8-24)
9. Power outlet (P.2-54)
10. Rear window defroster switch (P.2-49)
11. Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-41)
12. Compact Disc slot*13. Trunk release power cancel switch (P.3-21)
*: Refer to the separate Multi Function Display
Owner’s Manual.
INSTRUMENT PANEL

0-10Illustrated table of contents
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-24)
2. Battery (P.8-17)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-12)
4. Strut support bar (P.GTR-9)
5. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-12)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-15)7. Air cleaner (P.8-20)
8. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-14)
9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-10)
10. Coolant reservoir cap (pressure type) (P.8-10)
11. Coolant reservoir (P.8-10)
12. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-16) ITEMS GT-R SPECIFIED FLUIDS
Engine oil Mobil 1 (0W-40)*1
Transmission oil Genuine NISSAN Transmission
Oil R35 Special
Differential oil
(front and rear) Differential Oil R35 COMPE-
TITION type 2189E
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid
R35 Special II*2
*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.
*2: Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) unit and other related parts were
specially designed for this brake fluid and NISSAN
cannot ensure proper operation of the vehicle if
other brake fluid is used.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Warninglight Name
Page
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light 2-25
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light2-26
Brake warning light
2-26
Charge warning light2-27
Engine oil pressure warning
light 2-27
Intelligent Key warning light 2-27
Low tire pressure warning light 2-27
Master warning light
2-29
Seat belt warning light 2-29
Supplemental air bag warning
light 2-29
Transmission warning light 2-30 Warning
light Name
Page
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light 2-31
Indicator light Name
Page
Cruise main switch indicator
light 2-31
Cruise set switch indicator light 2-31
Exterior light indicator
2-31
Front passenger air bag status
light 2-31
High beam indicator light 2-31
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)2-31
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
2-32
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light2-32
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WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-mental restraint system
Seats ........................................................................\
................... 1-2
Front seats ........................................................................\
... 1-3
Rear compartment (models without rear seat) ........... 1-5
Head restraints ................................................................... 1-6
Seat belts ........................................................................\
........... 1-7 Precautions on seat belt usage ...................................... 1-7
Pregnant women ................................................................ 1-9
Injured persons ................................................................... 1-9
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..................... 1-9
Seat belt extenders ......................................................... 1-13
Seat belt maintenance ................................................... 1-13
Child safety ........................................................................\
..... 1-13 Infants ........................................................................\
......... 1-14
Small children ................................................................... 1-14
Larger children ................................................................. 1-15
Child restraints ....................................................................... 1-15
Precautions on child restraints .................................... 1-16
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren System
(LATCH) (models with rear seat) ................................ 1-17
Rear-facing child restraint installation using LATCH
(models with rear seat) .................................................. 1-20 Rear-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts (models with rear seat) ............................ 1-22
Forward-facing child restraint installation using
LATCH (models with rear seat) ................................. 1-25
Forward-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts ........................................................................\
. 1-26
Installing top tether strap ............................................ 1-30
Booster seats ................................................................. 1-31
Supplemental restraint system .......................................... 1-34 Precautions on supplemental restraint system ...... 1-34
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System
(front seats) .................................................................... 1-40
Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental
air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag systems ................................... 1-44
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ............ 1-45
Supplemental air bag warning labels ...................... 1-46
Supplemental air bag warning light ......................... 1-47
Repair and replacement procedure ......................... 1-47

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 includes a
supplemental air bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces
or territories specify that seat belts be
worn at all times when a vehicle is being
driven.
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-7
SEAT BELTS

3. Position the lap belt portionlow and snug
on the hips as shown.
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the
shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder
and across your chest.
The three-point type seat belts for the front
passenger and rear seats (models with rear
seat) have two modes of operation:
. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
. Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
The Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) mode
allows the seat belt to extend and retract to
allow the driver and passengers some freedom of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat
belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or
during impacts.
The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode or
child restraint mode locks the seat belt for child
restraint installation.
When the ALR mode is activated the seat belt
cannot be extended again until the seat belt
tongue is detached from the buckle and fully
retracted. The seat belt 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 normal
seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR
mode should not be activated. If it is
activated it may cause uncomfortable seat
belt tension. It can also change the opera-
tion of the front passenger air bag.
(
“Front passenger air bag and status
light” page 1-41)
WARNING
When fastening the seat belts, be
certain that seatbacks are completely
secured in the latched position. If they
are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden
stop.
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-11

1-14Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
systems:
.Rear-facing child restraint (must not be
installed in models without rear seat)
. Forward-facing child restraint
. Booster seat
The proper restraint depends on the child’s size.
Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less
than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be placed in rear-
facing child restraints. Forward-facing child
restraints are available for children who outgrow
rear-facing child restraints and are at least 1
year old. Booster seats are used to help position
a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no
longer use a forward-facing child restraint.
WARNING
Infants and children need special pro-
tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not
fit them properly. The shoulder belt may
come too close to the face or neck. The
lap belt may not fit over their small hip
bones. In an accident, an improperly
fitting seat belt could cause serious or
fatal injury. Always use appropriate
child restraints.
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require the use of approved child
restraints for infants and small children.
(
“Child restraints” page 1-15)
A child restraint may be secured in the vehicle
by using either the LATCH (Lower Anchor and
Tethers for CHildren) system (if so equipped) or
with the vehicle seat belt. (
“Child re-
straints” page 1-15)
NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens
and children be restrained in the rear seat
(models with rear seat) . According to
accident statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seat than in
the front seat.
This is especially important because your
vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys-
tem (air bag system) for the front passen-
ger. (
“Supplemental restraint system”
page 1-34)
INFANTS
Infants up to at least one year old should be
placed in a rear-facing child restraint (models
with rear seat). NISSAN recommends that
infants be placed in child restraints that comply
with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You
should choose a child restraint which fits your
vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.
SMALL CHILDREN
Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at
least 20 lb (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing
child restraint as long as possible up to the
height or weight limit of the child restraint
(models with rear seat) . Children who outgrow
the height or weight limit of the rear-facing child
restraint and are at least 1 year old should be
secured in a forward-facing child restraint with a
harness. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions
for minimum and maximum weight and height
recommendations. NISSAN recommends that
small children be placed in child restraints that
comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. You should choose a child restraint
that fits your vehicle and always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for installation and
use.