2011 Nissan GT-R Owner's Manual - Page 11

the clutch and the lubrication of the gear bearings. The use of additives is prohibited. The use of additives or other transmission oil may cause internal transmission or clutch damage. specially designed for this brake fluid. NISSAN cannot ensure the best performance and proper operation of the vehicle if other brake fluid is used. - the tire coming loose from the wheel during a flat tire - reduced wheel lug nut tightness TIRES AND ROAD WHEELS Genuine GT-R tires and road wheels Use only genuine GT-R tires and road wheels. SUSPENSION Genuine GT-R special suspension Use only genuine GT-R special suspension components. Using non-genuine GT-R suspension components can affect vehicle performance and may cause body damage when driving depending on the road conditions. DIFFERENTIAL OIL (front and rear) Castrol SAF-XJ 75W-140 (100% synthetic oil) The GT-R uses a 1.5-Way mechanical Limited Slip Differential (LSD) to maximize driving power under many operating conditions. Use the specified differential oil to maximize the performance of the LSD. Also use the same oil for the front differential. The use of additives is prohibited. Using additives or any other than the specified differential oil may cause the oil temperature to increase and the final drive damaged. Also it may cause vibration and adversely the vehicle handling characteristics. Tires The GT-R uses specially designed run-flat tires and matching road wheels. Use of these specially developed tires and wheels provides the greatest potential for maximum performance. - Using non-genuine GT-R tires may cause powertrain system damage if the vehicle is driven in a flat tire situation, even if run flat tires are used. - Using non-genuine GT-R tires may also cause tire failure due to excessive heat buildup caused by tire distortion while driving. - Using non-genuine GT-R tires may affect the operation of the VDC system. BRAKE PAD AND DISC ROTOR Genuine GT-R brake pads and disc rotors Use only genuine GT-R brake pads and disc rotors. This vehicle is equipped with cross-drilled floating rotors and radial-mounted six-piston monoblock calipers. This helps to achieve excellent stopping performance and fade-resistance. Replace all four sets of brake pads and disc rotors at the same time to maintain maximum brake performance. Using non-genuine GT-R Brake pads or rotors can affect vehicle braking performance and the operation of the ABS and VDC system. GT-R Overview GTR-3 BRAKE FLUID Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II is the factory fill brake fluid. The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other related parts were Road wheels Using non-genuine GT-R wheels may cause the following: - vehicle vibration