2009 Nissan GT-R Owner's Manual - Page 193

. Fourth gear: Use this position when accelerating or gently engine braking at mid-high speeds. . Fifth gear: Use this position for all normal forward driving at highway speeds. Engine braking is weaker in this position. . Sixth gear: Use this position for all normal forward driving at highway speeds. Engine braking is weakest in this position. Changing gears using paddle shifters: To shift up, pull the paddle shifter on the right 1 side * toward you. To shift down, pull the paddle shifter on the left 2 side * toward you. . First gear: Use this position when accelerating from a stop, climbing a steep hill slowly or engine braking at low speeds. Suggested maximum speed in each gear: Downshift to a lower gear if the engine is not running smoothly, or if you need to accelerate. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below) in any gear. For level road driving, use the highest gear suggested for that speed. Always observe posted speed limits, and drive according to the road conditions that will ensure safe operation. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting to a lower gear as it may cause engine damage or loss of vehicle control. . Second gear: Use this position when accelerating from a stop on snowy roads or other extremely slippery road surfaces, or accelerating or engine braking at mid-low speeds. . Third gear: Use this position when accelerating or gently engine braking at middle speeds. 5-18 Starting and driving