Nissan GT-R. Manual - part 200

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

Fluids and Lubricants

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*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 further details, see “Engine Oil
Recommendation”.

*2: The use of fluids and lubricants other than the specified may cause vehicle malfunctions and result in non-warranty vehicle
repairs.

*3: DEXRON™ VI type ATF or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid may also be used.

*4: 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 the best performance and proper operation of the vehicle if
other brake fluid is used.

*5: All of the fluid cannot be removed when servicing the transmission. The actual refill amount may be less than shown.

Engine Oil Recommendation

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It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life
and performance. 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.
Using an engine oil other than that specified could adversely affect the engine.

Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio

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The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The anti-
freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine cooling system additives are not nec-
essary.

WARNING:

• Never remove the radiator or coolant reservoir cap when the engine is hot. Wait until the engine and

radiator cool down. Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radia-

Capacity (Approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

US measure

Imp measure

Liter

Engine oil
Drain and refill

With oil filter 
change

5-1/4 qt

4-3/8 qt

5.0

Mobil 1 (0W-40)

*1

Without oil filter 
change

4-3/4 qt

4 qt

4.5

Dry engine (Overhaul)

6-4/8 qt

5-4/8 qt

6.2

Cooling system

With reservoir tank

12 qt

10 qt

11.3

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant 
(blue) or equivalent

Reservoir tank

1-1/4 qt

1 qt

1.2

Transmission oil

*5

9-7/8 qt

8-1/4 qt

9.4

Genuine NISSAN Transmission Oil R35 Special*

2

Differential gear oil

Front

1-3/8 pt

1-1/8 pt

0.65

Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil R35 COMPETI-

TION type 2189E

*2

Rear

2-7/8 pt

2-3/8 pt

1.35

Transfer fluid

—

—

—

—

Power steering fluid (PSF)

1-1/8 qt

7/8 qt

1.0

Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent

*3

Brake fluid

—

—

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Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II

*4

Multi-purpose grease

—

—

—

NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Windshield washer fluid

—

—

—

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

Fuel recommendation

—

—

—

Refer to 

GI-28, "Fuel"

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

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tor. See precautions in "If your vehicle overheats" found in the "In case of emergency' section of this
manual. 

• The radiator is equipped with a pressure type radiator cap. To prevent engine damage, use only a

genuine NISSAN radiator cap.

CAUTION:

• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-

ant (blue) or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted to pro-
vide antifreeze protection to -34

°

F (-37

°

C). If additional freeze protection is needed due to weather

where you operate your vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) concen-
trate following the directions on the container. If an equivalent coolant other than Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used, follow the coolant manufactur's instructions to maintain
minimum antifreeze protection to -34

°

F (-37

°

C). The use of other types of coolant solutions other

than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent may damage the engine
cooling system.

• The life expectancy of the factory-fill coolant is 24,000 miles (38,4000 km) or 2 years. Mixing any

other type of coolant other than Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue), including Gen-
uine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (green), or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the
life expectancy of the factory-fill coolant. Refer to the GT-R Service and Maintenance Guide for more
details.

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

DRIVE BELT

DRIVE BELT : Exploded View

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DRIVE BELT : Checking

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WARNING:

Be sure to perform this step when engine is stopped.
• Check that the indicator (C) (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use range

(A).
NOTE:
• Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
• When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (B) in the fig-

ure.

• Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
• If the indicator (notch on fixed side) is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive belt.

DRIVE BELT : Tension Adjustment (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer)

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Refer to 

MA-45, "DRIVE BELT : Drive Belt (GT-R certified NISSAN dealer)"

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ENGINE COOLANT

ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection

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BASIC INSPECTION

Checking Engine Room

• Visually check engine room for smears*

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 and leakage*

2

 of engine coolant when engine is cool.

NOTE:
• *

1

: Engine coolant does not drop.

• *

2

: Engine coolant drop.

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Power steering oil pump

2.

Alternator

3.

Drive belt auto-tensioner

4.

Crankshaft pulley

5.

A/C compressor

6.

Idler pulley

7.

Drive belt

8.

Idler pulley

A.

Possible use range

B.

Range when new drive belt is installed

C.

Indicator

D.

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE

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- Check engine assembly and cooling system for smears and leakage of engine coolant.
- Observe the clearance between the engine and radiator to check that there is no engine coolant collected on

the front under cover.

Additional Inspection

• Check that engine coolant temperature history is not stored in ECM. (This work is recommended to be per-

formed by GT-R certified NISSAN dealer.)

• Perform this additional inspection after driving under conditions listed below:
- Higher-RPM (approaching redline) operation
- Frequent high pedal force braking from moderate and higher speeds
- Frequent throttle activation
- Fast revving throughout the RPM range

1.

Remove front under cover. Refer to 

EXT-37, "FRONT UNDER COVER : Exploded View"

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2.

Visually check the bottom of the engine for smears and leakage of engine coolant.

LEVEL 

• Check that the reservoir tank engine coolant level is at the mid-

point between the “MIN” (B) to “MAX” (A) with the engine cold.

CAUTION:

• If engine coolant level exceeds the MAX line, leakage of

engine coolant may occur during the rise in internal pres-
sure in the engine coolant path. Therefore, thoroughly
check that engine coolant level is below the MAX line.

• Refill Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)

or equivalent in its quality mixed with water (distilled or
demineralized). Refer to 

MA-22, "Fluids and Lubricants"

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• Adjust the engine coolant level if necessary.
• Check that the reservoir tank cap is tightened.

LEAKAGE

Engine Assembly

1.

Visually check engine assembly and surround area for smears of engine coolant.

2.

Wipe out smeared engine coolant using part cleaner or the equivalent.

3.

Check again for engine coolant smears. 

Radiator and Cooling System

• To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system with the

radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) (A) and radiator cap
tester adapter (commercial service tool) (B).

WARNING:

Never remove radiator cap and reservoir tank cap when
engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from engine cooling system.

CAUTION:

Higher test pressure than that specified may cause radiator
damage.
NOTE:
In a case that engine coolant decreases, fill radiator with engine coolant.

• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.

ENGINE COOLANT : Draining

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WARNING:

• Never change engine coolant when the engine is hot to avoid being scalded.
• Wrap a thick cloth around reservoir tank cap and carefully remove reservoir tank cap. First, turn res-

ervoir tank cap a quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn reservoir tank cap all the
way.

1.

Remove engine undercover. Refer to 

EXT-35, "ENGINE UNDER COVER : Exploded View"

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Testing pressure

: Refer to 

CO-10, "Radiator"

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