2013 Nissan GT-R Owner's Manual - Page 180

CAUTION . Do not insert hands, clothing, tools or other items into the engine compartment while the engine is running. Do not touch the exhaust system parts, radiator or other hot parts until the engine and the parts have cooled. accident. . Be sure to check that the hood is securely closed before driving. If both sides of the hood are not locked in place, the hood may open during driving, possibly causing an accident. . CAUTION When closing the hood, lower it slowly so that hands or other items do not get caught. NOTICE Do not open the hood while the wiper arms are lifted away from the windshield. The hood and wipers will be damaged. CLOSING THE HOOD 1. While supporting the hood, store the stay to the original position. 2. Slowly lower the hood. When it is at a height of 1 ft (30 cm) or higher, drop the hood and make sure that both sides of the hood securely lock in place. NOTE: Because the hood of this vehicle requires more force to close than that for other vehicles, the hood will be difficult to close if you lower it all the way and then attempt to press it closed. Be sure to drop the hood from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm) and be sure that both sides securely lock in place. WARNING . Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Failure to do so could cause the hood to open and result in an Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-19