oil level NISSAN GT-R 2015 R35 Owners Manual

GTR-14GT-R Overview
vehicle is refueled when �fhe vehicle is ho�f, �fhe
fuel pu�bp �bay au�fo�ba�fically shu�f off before �fhe
�fank is full. This does no�f indica�fe �fha�f �fhere is a
�balfunc�fion. Refuel slowly or refuel af�fer �fhe
vehicle has cooled.
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTS
BEFORE DRIVING
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
Fluids
.Check �fhe engine, �frans�bission, differen�fial
and under vehicle surfaces for oil and
coolan�f leaks.
. Check �fhe fluid levels and adjus�f as neces-
sary using �fhe specified fluid as described
under �fhe condi�fions lis�fed in �fhis sec�fion.
(
“Reco�b�bended fluids and �bain�fe-
nance in�ferval” page GTR-19 ) If you do
no�f drive under �fhe condi�fions lis�fed, refer �fo
�fhe 2015 NISSAN Service and Main�fenance
Guide.
. NISSAN reco�b�bends �fo adjus�f �fhe engine
oil level
*1�fo be 0.39 in (10 �b�b) (1/8 gal
(0.5 li�fers))
*2below �fhe H �bark on �fhe
engine oil dips�fick. (
*3range is 1.18 in (30
�b�b) .) Before checking �fhe oil level, run �fhe
engine un�fil i�f reaches opera�fing �fe�bpera-
�fure and wai�f a�f leas�f 5 �binu�fes af�fer �furning
off �fhe engine. Make sure �fhe oil level always
re�bains above �fhe L �bark.
When �fhe vehicle is delivered, �fhe engine oil
is se�f �fo “H- 0.39 in (10 �b�b)” for op�fi�bal
high perfor�bance driving.
. So�be a�boun�f of oil is consu�bed by your
engine under nor�bal opera�fing condi�fions,
and oil consu�bp�fion by i�fself does no�f necessarily indica�fe any �balfunc�fion. If your
ra�fe of oil consu�bp�fion increases suddenly
or wi�fhou�f explana�fion, NISSAN reco�b-
�bends �fha�f you have your vehicle inspec�fed
by a GT-R cer�fified NISSAN dealer.

.Adjust the power steering fluid level to the R
�fark
*5on the power steering dipstick
when the fluid te�fperature is hot or
*6
when the fluid te�fperature is cold�b
Fluid te�fperature:
Hot: 122 to 1768F (50 to 808C): between
*1and*5
Cold: 32 to 868F (0 to 308C): between*3
and*6
Coolant level and mixture ratio
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving. Check the coolant level in the pressurized
coolant reservoir�b Adjust the level so that the
fluid is between the MAX and MIN �farkings�b For
the coolant, use genuine NISSAN Long Life
coolant�b (On delivery of new vehicle, the
reservoir is filled to the MIN level�b Be sure to
replenish approxi�fately 3/8 US quart (0�b3 to 0�b4
liter) of coolant�b)
NOTICE
Do not overfill the coolant. This may
increase the pressure in the cooling
system and cause coolant leaks.
To �faxi�fize vehicle perfor�fance, the coolant
�fixture ratio should be a co�fbination of 30%
coolant antifreeze and 70% de�fineralized or
distilled water for �faxi�fu�f cooling syste�f
perfor�fance regardless of a�fbient te�fpera-
tures�b
If a�fbient te�fperatures are anticipated below
58F( í158C) , �fake sure a proper �fixture ratio of
50% antifreeze and 50% de�fineralized or
distilled water �fix is used�b
Engine and powertrain
The information and specifications in this
section apply only when engaging in
performance driving.
. Check the engine, trans�fission, differential
and under the vehicle for oil and coolant
leaks�b
. Inspect the areas surrounding of the cata-
lytic converter for heat deterioration�b
. Always perfor�f the trans�fission setting�b
After that, adjust the clutch clearance so
that the clearance is less than the clearance
used for daily driving�b Your GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer has the necessary infor�fa-
tion and equip�fent to set the clutch
clearance to the correct specification�b The
clearance used for daily driving increases
clutch heat generated during Perfor�fance
Driving�b This leads to an increase in te�f-
perature of the trans�fission oil�b In addition, a
�fore direct shifting feel can be obtained by
reducing the clutch clearance for Perfor-
�fance Driving�b The clutch clearance should
be reset to the daily driving specification
after Perfor�fance Driving�b See your GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer for infor�fation�b
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REFUELING PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank
after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off
automatically. Continued refueling may
cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire. The fuel tank
is full at the first automatic shutoff.
To maximize vehicle performance, the fuel tan�f is
located as low as possi�ble to lower the vehicle
center of gravity. The tan�f is also divided into
two parts. This fuel tan�f design causes higher
pressures inside the tan�f than other vehicles so
fuel spillage is possi�ble �by trying to top off the
fuel tan�f after automatic shutoff.
The fuel tan�f pressure is higher when the vehicle
is hot, especially if the tan�f is more than half full.
If the cap is opened when the vehicle is hot, it
may cause fuel spray and there may �be a hissing
noise. Open the cap slowly, releasing the
pressure from the tan�f gradually. Also, if the
vehicle is refueled when the vehicle is hot, the
fuel pump may automatically shut off �before the
tan�f is full. This does not indicate that there is a
malfunction. Refuel slowly or refuel after the vehicle has cooled.
GASOLINE SMELL
The fuel temperature is higher when the vehicle
is hot. This may cause a gasoline smell from the
vehicle. This does not indicate that there is a
malfunction. The smell will go away when the
fuel temperature has cooled.
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
INDICATES HIGHER TEMPERATURE
Heat from the engine compartment, radiator and
intercoolers can affect the outside temperature
display. The outside temperature display may
indicate a higher than actual temperature while
driving or stopped. This is normal.
IDLE SPEED IS NOT STEADY
The idle speed may not �be steady when the
engine compartment is extremely hot. This is
normal. The engine speed will �be steady when
the engine cools down.
In this case, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
may come on. After a few driving trips, the MIL
should turn off. If the light remains on after a few
driving trips, have the vehicle inspected �by a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
ENGINE SPEED IS RESTRICTED
To help protect the engine, the maximum engine
speed is automatically controlled in the following
conditions:
.
Revving the engine with the shift lever in the
&Por&Nposition: The maximum engine
speed is 5,000 RPM
. Revving the engine when the engine oil is at
a low (�below 328F (08C)) or extremely high
(over 2758 F (1358C)) temperature: The
maximum engine speed is 4,000 RPM (The
&Mposition will automatically change to the
&Aposition.)
ENGINE OUTPUT
High altitude
To protect the engine, engine output is con-
trolled so that it does not increase at altitudes
3,281 ft (1,000 m) or higher.
Engine output according to the
coolant temperature
The engine output is controlled at a low level
when the engine coolant temperature is lower
than approximately 1588F (708C) or higher than
2308F (1108C). This is not a malfunction.
If the temperature is lower than approximately
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GT-R SPECIFIC VEHICLE
CHARACTERISTICS

2-12Instruments and controls
NOTE:
.The instrument brightness can be ad-
justed separately for daytime and
nighttime conditions. The adjusted set-
tings are automatically stored.
. When the battery terminal is discon-
nected, the set memory will be erased
and the setting returns to the default. The vehicle information dis�flay can dis�flay the
following information�b
.
Engine oil level dis�flay
. Transmission system check dis�flay
. Instrument brightness control level dis�flay
(
“Instrument brightness control” �fage
2-11)
. Drive com�futer
(
“Drive com�futer” �fage 2-15)
. Warning dis�flay
(
“Warning dis�flay” �fage 2-33)
. O�feration dis�flay
(
“O�feration dis�flays” �fage 2-43)
. Cruise control dis�flay
(
“Cruise control” �fage 5-34)
ENGINE OIL LEVEL DISPLAY
When the ignition switch is �fushed to the ON
�fosition, the engine oil status before starting the
engine is indicated as illustrated�b
When the oil level is normal
“OIL LEVEL OK” is dis�flayed�b Push the dis-
�flayed LEVEL switchto check the oil level�b
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY

NOTE:
The engine oil level can be displayed after
the “OIL LEVEL OK” display turns off or
while the engine is started and running.
(
“Maintenance” page 2-20)
When the oil level is low
If the message shown above is displayed�f the
engine oil level is low.
Warm �bp the engine in a level location. After at
least 5 min�btes have passed since engine stop�f
�bse the engine oil dipstick to check the oil level.
(
“Engine oil” page 8-13)
If the oil level is low�f have additional engine oil
added�f or the oil changed�f at a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
NOTICE
If the vehicle is in a location that is not
level, accurate measurement of the oil
level may not be possible. If “OIL LEVEL
LOW ” is displayed, but the level shown
by the oil dipstick is normal, move the
vehicle to a level location and stop the
engine. After at least 5 minutes have
passed, open the driver’s door and push
the ignition switch back to ON. If the
“OIL LEVEL LOW” message appears
again, have engine oil added or the oil
changed.
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2-14Instruments and controls
When the oil level sensor malfunc-
tion occurs
If the message shown above is \fisplaye\f\b the
engine oil level sensor may be malfunctioning.
Contact a GT-R certifie\f NISSAN \fealer im-
me\fiately.
TRANSMISSION SYSTEM CHECK
DISPLAY
This is \fisplaye\f after the engine is starte\f while
the transmission system is being checke\f. It
turns off after a few secon\fs.
NOTE:
.During the system check, the shift lever
cannot be moved out of the
&Pposition.
Operate the shift lever after the system
check indicator turns off.
. The shift lever cannot be moved if the
shift lever button is pushed while the
system check is being performed, even after the system check is finished.
Release the button and push it again
to operate the shift lever.
. During winter or at other times when
the temperature is extremely low,
changes in the hydraulic response
characteristics may increase the
amount of time that is required for the
system check. During the system check,
a thudding operating noise may occur
or the engine speed may decrease,
however this does not indicate that
there is a malfunction.

2-20Instruments and controls
“TIMER” indicator:
This alert informs the driver that the set driving
time has ela�fsed.
On the TI�bER screen, �fush the NEXT switch
to change the time. Push and hold the
switch to increase the number every 1 hour. A
maximum of 6 hours can be set.
NOTE:
The default setting is OFF.
Low outside temperature warning:
This alert informs the driver when the outside air
tem�ferature is lower than 378F (38C) .
On the ICY screen, �fush the NEXT switch
to turn this warning ON/OFF.
NOTE:
The default setting is ON.
Maintenance
This function can be used to set the various
maintenance intervals and to check the engine
oil level. The reminders shown below are used to
notify the driver of the maintenance intervals.
NOTE:
Because these are displayed based on the
mileage driven, they do not indicate the
actual conditions of the vehicle. Use these
functions only as a reference.
In�fut the maintenance distance using the
following items:
. On each setting screen, �fush the NEXT

switchto change the mileage. Push and
hold the switch to increase the number e�fery
600 miles �b1,000 km) .
. Set to “—” to set no reminders.
. To reset the accumulated mileage to zero,
go to the RESET screen, then push the
NEXT switch
and confirm with the
ENTER switch.
NOTE:
. To restore the mileage to the original
figure after resetting, push the NEXT
switch
again.
. When the battery terminal is discon-
nected, the set mileage will be erased
and the settings will return to their
default settings.
Engine oil level:
This can be used to check the pre-start oil le�fel
while the engine is running. Select SETTING >
MAINTENANCE > OIL > ENGINE OIL >
LEVEL.
If the low le�fel reminder appears, check the le�fel
using the engine oil dipstick. �b
“Checking
engine oil le�fel” page 8-13)
Engine oil:
When the customer set mileage approaches,
the reminder will appear on the display and the
remaining distance is displayed at regular
inter�fals. Select SETTING > MAINTENANCE
> OIL > ENGINE OIL to set or reset the mileage
for the engine oil change.
NOTE:
The default setting is 9,500 miles (15,000
km) . The maximum mileage that can be set
is 9,500 miles (15,000 km) .
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WARNING
.Your brake system may not be
working properly if the warning light
is on. Driving could be dangerous. If
you judge it to be safe, drive care-
fully to the nearest service station
for repairs. Otherwise, have your
vehicle towed because driving it
could be dangerous.
. Pressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake
fluid level may increase your stop-
ping distance and braking will re-
quire greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel.
. If the brake fluid level is below the
minimum or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running,
it may in�ficate the charging system is not
functioning properly. Turn the engine off an�f
chec�b the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, bro�ben, missing or if the light remains on, see a
GT-R certifie�f NISSAN �fealer imme�fiately.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the alternator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the
light flic�bers or comes on �furing normal �friving,
pull off the roa�f in a safe area, stop the engine
immediately an�f call a GT-R certifie�f NISSAN
�fealer.
The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Check the vehicle information display or
use the dipstick to check the oil level.
(
“Engine oil level �fisplay” page 2-12)
(“Chec�bing engine oil level” page 8-13)
NOTICE
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so.
Intelligent Key warning light
After the ignition switch is pushe�f to the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 secon�fs
an�f then turns off.
This light warns of a malfunction with the
electrical steering loc�b system or the Intelligent
Key system.
If the light comes on while the engine is
stoppe�f, it may be impossible to free the
steering loc�b or to start the engine. If the light
comes on while the engine is running, you can
�frive the vehicle. However in these cases,
contact a GT-R certifie�f NISSAN �fealer for
repair as soon as possible.
Low tire pressure warning light
Your vehicle is equippe�f with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the tire
pressure of all tires.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure an�f flat tire, or in�ficates that the
TPMS is not functioning properly.
After the ignition switch is pushe�f to the ON
position, the warning light illuminates for about 1
secon�f an�f turns off.
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(“Intelligent Key battery replace-
ment” page 8-27) .
Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
. Check fluid levels such as en�fine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid and �bindo�b �basher fluid as
frequently as possible, or at least �bhenever
you refuel.
. Check that all �bindo�bs and li�fhts are clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passen�fers to
do like�bise.
. Check the operation of �barnin�f li�fhts �bhen
the i�fnition s�bitch is pushed to the ON
position. (
“Warnin�f/indicator li�fhts
and audible reminders” pa�fe 2-25) NOTE:
.
This vehicle includes spark plugs that
are designed for maximum perfor-
mance. If the start time becomes long-
er, the plugs may be fouled, making the
engine difficult to start. If this occurs,
start the engine using the procedure
described in this section.
. A click sound may be heard when the
brake pedal is depressed and released.
This is normal.
. A low rattling operating sound may
occur when the engine is started or
stopped. This is because of the trans-
mission gear design, light flywheel and
dry sump lubrication system used in
this transmission. This does not indi-
cate that there is a malfunction. This
sound is likely to occur in particular if
the engine is stopped when the tem-
perature of the transmission oil is high.
Starting and driving5-13
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE