warning light NISSAN GT-R 2015 R35 Owners Manual

GTR-10GT-R Overview
.Drive with the suspension setup swit�fh in
the COM�b mode to allow more suspension
stroke.
600 to 1,200 miles (1,000 to 2,000 km):
. Drive with the engine speed kept relatively
high with the shift lever in the
&Mposition.
Shifting is re�fommended between 1st and
4th gears.
. Avoid unne�fessary qui�fk steering and
abrupt braking.
. Drive with the suspension setup swit�fh in
the COM�b mode to allow more suspension
stroke.
Even though the mileage rea�fhes over 1,200
miles (2,000 km) , the �flut�fh may take longer to
properly engage if the vehi�fle is mainly driven in
town at a low speed. NISSAN re�fommends
breaking in the �flut�fh at a GT-R �fertified
NISSAN dealer. Always perform the transmis-
sion setting after breaking in the �flut�fh. If the
transmission setting is not �fomplete, ex�fessive
loads may be applied to the transmission and
power train system parts during starting and
shifting, whi�fh may result in a malfun�ftion or
damage.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Do not adjust the wheel alignment until the
mileage rea�fhes 1,000 miles (1,600 km). Until
then, the suspension may not engage enough
and the height may be higher.
However, make sure to adjust the alignment
after 1,000 miles (1,600 km) .
The wheel alignment �fan be adjusted by a GT-R
�fertified NISSAN dealer in a�f�fordan�fe with
spe�fifi�fations for �fity driving to high perfor-
man�fe driving.
The tires on the GT-R may have different wear
rates and wear patterns in �fomparison to
�fonventional passenger vehi�fles. Conta�ft a
GT-R �fertified NISSAN dealer to �fonfirm that
the alignment is within spe�fifi�fations.VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF MODE
Always make sure the VDC is ON before driving
the vehi�fle by �fhe�fking that the VDC O�b�b
indi�fator lights on the meter and the VDC set-up
swit�fh are not illuminated. The GT-R is a high
performan�fe vehi�fle and the VDC must be on/
a�ftivated to provide proper powertrain operation
and intended drivability.
WARNING
. The VDC OFF mode should ONLY be
used briefly to help free the vehicle
if stuck in snow or mud by tempora-
rily stopping operation of the VDC
to maintain wheel torque.
. Driving the GT-R with the VDC off
may lead to handling issues related
to steering maneuvers, acceleration,
or deceleration. Moreover, driving
with the VDC off can result in an
inoperative vehicle by causing ser-
ious damage to the powertrain,
including damage to the Transaxle
Assembly including Transfer, Clutch,
Gears, Transaxle case and all of its
components and other drivetrain
PRECAUTIONS BEFORE DRIVING

component(s) by overheating or ex-
cessive force.
. Damage to the powertrain or any
drivetrain component(s) that occurs
when there is a record in the Vehicle
Status Data Recorder (VSDR) that
the vehicle was driven with VDC off
during the period when the damage
was incurred is excluded from war-
ranty coverage.
See your 2015 Warranty Information Boo�flet for
important related information and �barranty
coverage exclusions. See also section 2
(
“Transmission �barning light” page 2-30)
and section 5 (“Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” page 5-50) of this O�bner’s
Manual, “Transmission Clutch Temperature
High” and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
System” for important additional related informa-
tion.
SUMMER TIRES
The GT-R summer tires are made from a
specially formulated rubber to maximize the
vehicle’s performance capabilities. Performance
of summer tires is substantially reduced �bhen
temperatures are less than 328F (08C) so you
must drive carefully. NISSAN recommends the
use of �binter or all-season tires on all four
�bheels if you plan to operate your vehicle in
sno�by or icy conditions �bhen temperatures are
less than 328F (08C) .
WARNING
Never use summer tires when the
temperature is below í48F(í208C) to
prevent permanent tread deformation
which may cause tire damage or tire
failure. This may cause a loss of vehicle
control which can result in serious
personal injury or death.
ALL-SEASON TIRES
Do not exceed the speed rating of the tire that is
installed on the vehicle.
AVOIDING BODY DAMAGE
The GT-R bumper, fascia, side sills and under-
carriage are close to the ground. Drive slo�bly on
rough or uneven roads to avoid damaging these
parts. Pay careful attention to �bheel bloc�fs and
curbs. If the front bumper contacts a �bheel
bloc�f, curb, etc., the bumper and underlying
parts may be damaged or crac�fed. Be careful
not to damage the front spoiler that is installed
belo�b the engine room.
GT-R OverviewGTR-11

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
GT-R OverviewGTR-23
GT-R SPECIFIC VEHICLE
CHARACTERISTICS

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1. Outside mirror control switch (P.�f-28�b
2. Center dial*
�f. Audio system*
4. Heater and air conditioner*
5. Multi function display*
6. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.6-2�b7. Glove box (P.2-58�b
8. Fuse box cover (P.8-24�b
9. Power outlet (P.2-55�b
10. Rear window defroster switch (P.2-50�b
11. Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-41�b
12. CD/DVD slot*1�f. Trunk release power cancel switch (P.�f-21�b
*: Refer to the separate Multi Function Display
Owner’s Manual.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL

0-12Illustrated table of contents
Warninglight Name
Page
All-Wheel Dri�fe (AWD) warning
light 2-2�b
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light2-26
Brake warning light
2-26
Charge warning light2-27
Engine oil pressure warning
light2-27
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
light2-29
Transmission warning light 2-30 Warning
light Name
Page
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light 2-31Indicator
light Name
PageCruise main switch indicator
light 2-31
Cruise set switch indicator light 2-31
Exterior light indicator
2-31
Front passenger air bag status
light2-31
High beam indicator light 2-31
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)2-31
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights2-32
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light2-32
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-mental restraint system
Seats ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h. 1-2
Front seats ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h... 1-3
Head restraints/headrest�hs ..................�h..................�h..................�h 1-�f
Seat belts ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h........... 1-6 �brecautions on seat belt usage ..................�h..................�h.. 1-6
�bregnant women ..................�h..................�h..................�h.......... 1-9
Injured persons ..................�h..................�h..................�h............. 1-9
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..................�h... 1-9
Seat belt extenders ..................�h..................�h..................�h... 1-12
Seat belt maintenance ..................�h..................�h............... 1-13
Child safety ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h..... 1-13 Infants ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h......... 1-14
Small children ..................�h..................�h..................�h............. 1-14
Larger children ..................�h..................�h..................�h........... 1-14
Child restraints ..................�h..................�h..................�h................. 1-1�f �brecautions on child restraints ..................�h..................�h 1-1�f
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH) ..................�h..................�h..................�h....... 1-17
Rear-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH ..................�h..................�h..................�h.............. 1-19 Rear-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h. 1-21
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH ..................�h..................�h..................�h............ 1-24
Forward-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h. 1-27
Booster seats ..................�h..................�h..................�h........... 1-31
Supplemental restraint system ..................�h..................�h...... 1-34 �brecautions on supplemental restraint system ...... 1-34
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System
(front seats) ..................�h..................�h..................�h.............. 1-40
Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental
air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag systems ..................�h................. 1-4�f
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ............ 1-46
Supplemental air bag warning labels ..................�h.... 1-47
Supplemental air bag warning light ..................�h....... 1-47
Repair and replacement procedure ..................�h....... 1-48
1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-mental restraint system
Seats ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h. 1-2
Front seats ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h... 1-3
Head restraints/headrest�hs ..................�h..................�h..................�h 1-�f
Seat belts ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h........... 1-6 �brecautions on seat belt usage ..................�h..................�h.. 1-6
�bregnant women ..................�h..................�h..................�h.......... 1-9
Injured persons ..................�h..................�h..................�h............. 1-9
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..................�h... 1-9
Seat belt extenders ..................�h..................�h..................�h... 1-12
Seat belt maintenance ..................�h..................�h............... 1-13
Child safety ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h..... 1-13 Infants ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h......... 1-14
Small children ..................�h..................�h..................�h............. 1-14
Larger children ..................�h..................�h..................�h........... 1-14
Child restraints ..................�h..................�h..................�h................. 1-1�f �brecautions on child restraints ..................�h..................�h 1-1�f
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren
System (LATCH) ..................�h..................�h..................�h....... 1-17
Rear-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH ..................�h..................�h..................�h.............. 1-19 Rear-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h. 1-21
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using LATCH ..................�h..................�h..................�h............ 1-24
Forward-facing child restraint installation using the
seat belts ..................�h..................�h..................�h..................�h. 1-27
Booster seats ..................�h..................�h..................�h........... 1-31
Supplemental restraint system ..................�h..................�h...... 1-34 �brecautions on supplemental restraint system ...... 1-34
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System
(front seats) ..................�h..................�h..................�h.............. 1-40
Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental
air bag and roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag systems ..................�h................. 1-4�f
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats) ............ 1-46
Supplemental air bag warning labels ..................�h.... 1-47
Supplemental air bag warning light ..................�h....... 1-47
Repair and replacement procedure ..................�h....... 1-48

1-8Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
.Be sure the seat belt tongue is
securely fastened to the proper
buckle.
. Do not wear the seat belt inside out
or twisted. Doing so may reduce its
effectiveness.
. Do not allow more than one person
to use the same seat belt.
. Never carry more people in the
vehicle than there are seat belts.
. If the seat belt warning light glows
continuously while the ignition is
turned ON with all doors closed and
all seat belts fastened, it may in-
dicate a malfunction in the system.
Have the system checked by a GT-R
certified NISSAN dealer.
. No changes should be made to the
seat belt system. For example, do
not modify the seat belt, add mate-
rial, or install devices that may
change the seat belt routing or
tension. Doing so may affect the
operation of the seat belt system.
Modifying or tampering with the
seat belt system may result in
serious personal injury. .
Once a seat belt pretensioner has
activated, it cannot be reused and
must be replaced together with the
retractor. See a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
. Removal and installation of the
pretensioner system components
should be done by a GT-R certified
NISSAN dealer.
. All seat belt assemblies, including
retractors and attaching hardware,
should be inspected after any colli-
sion by a GT-R certified NISSAN
dealer. NISSAN recommends that
all seat belt assemblies in use
during a collision be replaced un-
less the collision was minor and the
belts show no damage and continue
to operate properly. Seat belt as-
semblies not in use during a colli-
sion should also be inspected and
replaced if either damage or impro-
per operation is noted.
. All child restraints and attaching
hardware should be inspected after
any collision. Always follow the
restraint manufacturer’s inspection
instructions and replacement re- commendations. The child restraints
should be replaced if they are
damaged.

of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat
�felt when the vehicle slows down ra�bidly or
during im�bacts.
The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode or
child restraint mode locks the seat �felt for child
restraint installation.
When the ALR mode is activated the seat �felt
cannot �fe extended again until the seat �felt
tongue is detached from the �fuckle and fully
retracted. The seat �felt returns to the ELR mode
after the seat �felt is fully retracted.
(
“Child restraints” �bage 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.
Unfastening the seat belts
To unfasten the seat �felt, �bush the �futton on the
�fuckle. The seat �felt automatically retracts.
Checking seat belt operation
Seat �felt retractors are designed to lock seat
�felt movement �fy two se�barate methods:
.
When the �felt is �bulled quickly from the
retractor.
. When the vehicle slows down ra�bidly.
To increase your confidence in the seat �felts,
check the o�beration as follows:
. Gras�b the shoulder �felt and �bull forward
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system1-11

5. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperl\f secured prior to each use. If the
child restraint is loose, repeat steps \b
through 4.
REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT
BELTS
WARNING
The three-point seat belt with Auto-
matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be
used when installing a child restraint.
Failure to use the ALR mode will result
in the child restraint not being properly
secured. The restraint could tip over or
be loose and cause injury to a child in a
sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operation of the front
passenger air bag. See “Front passen-
ger air bag and status light” later in this
section.
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