Jacking vehicle and removing wheels -38 – NISSAN 2010 GT-R Sports Sedan User Manual

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Model "R35-D" EDITED: 2009/ 3/ 11

. Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing

the wheels.

. Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or

corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

. NISSAN recommends that the side walls of

road wheels be waxed to protect against
road salt in areas where it is used during
winter.

JACKING VEHICLE AND REMOVING
WHEELS

WARNING

. Make sure the parking brake is

securely applied and the transmis-
sion is shifted into the

&

P

position.

. Never change tires when the vehicle

is on a slope, ice or slippery areas.
This is hazardous.

. Never change tires if oncoming

traffic is close to your vehicle. Wait
for professional road assistance.

Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks

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at both the front and

back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat
tire to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is
jacked up.

WARNING

Be sure to block the wheel as the
vehicle may move and result in personal
injury.

Getting the tools

NOTE:

A jack, jack lever and rod are not equipped
as standard with this vehicle. These parts
are dealer options. Contact a GT-R certi-
fied NISSAN dealer about acquiring a jack,
jack lever and rod. You can store a jack,
jack lever and rod in the floor in front of
the passenger’s seat.

CAUTION

After using the tools, put them back in
their original places. An accident may
occur if you leave them in the car

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