2013 Nissan GT-R Owner's Manual - Page 225

R MODE START FUNCTION conditions, and oil consumption by itself does not necessarily indicate any malfunction. If your rate of oil consumption increases suddenly or without explanation, NISSAN recommends that you have your vehicle inspected by a GT-R certified NISSAN dealer. This function enables the driver to start acceleration from a stop by selecting R mode with the VDC and transmission setup switch. The engine output will be maintained at approximately 4,000 rpm. When using the R mode or the R mode start function, always use proper seating position and follow the safety instructions in Section 1 of this manual. the engine, transmission and VDC system, but also the settings of the suspension and tires. Therefore, any modification of the vehicle may disrupt the vehicle's balance. This will not only reduce the optimum performance of the vehicle but may also cause damage to powertrain components, including the transmission. WARNING . Failure to follow the warnings and instruction for the use of this feature may cause a loss of vehicle control or a collision which may lead to serious personal injury or death: Make sure to drive carefully within legal limits. Only use this function when you can guarantee that it is safe to do so, based on the surrounding traffic conditions. Do not use this function on slippery or wet roads. This may cause loss of vehicle control and could result in an accident. The R mode start function has been developed not only for controlling . NOTICE . When the temperature of the engine coolant and transmission oil is high or low, the function cannot be used. The temperature range in which the R mode start function can be used: - Engine coolant: 1408F - 2128F (608C - 1008C) - Transmission oil: 1408F - 2668F (608C - 1308C) If the R mode start function is used 4 times consecutively, the function may be disabled and cannot be turned on to protect the vehicle system. While the function is dis- . . . . 5-32 Starting and driving