Engine block heater (if so equipped) -52 – NISSAN 2012 GT R - Owner's Manual User Manual

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R35-D EDITED: 2011/ 2/ 4

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Starting and driving

. Allow more stopping distance under

these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pave-
ment.

. Allow greater following distances

on slippery roads.

. Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).

These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a
patch of ice is seen ahead, brake
before reaching it. Try not to brake
while on the ice, and avoid any
sudden steering maneuvers.

. Do not use the cruise control on

slippery roads.

. Snow can trap dangerous exhaust

gases under your vehicle. Keep
snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around your vehicle.

NOTE:

When driving on snow, select the SAVE
mode with the setup switch. By selecting
the SAVE mode, the engine output is
controlled appropriately for snow or slip-
pery road surfaces. This enables the vehi-
cle to start or accelerate smoothly.

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)

The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 20

8F (−78C) or lower.

To use the engine block heater

1. Turn the engine off.
2. Plug the engine block heater cord into a

grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension cord.

3. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault

Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110-
volt AC (VAC) outlet.

4. The engine block heater must be plugged in

for at least 2 - 4 hours, depending on
outside temperatures, to properly warm the
engine coolant. Use an appropriate timer to
turn the engine block heater on.

5. Before starting the engine, unplug and

properly store the cord to keep it away from
moving parts.

WARNING

. Do not use your engine block heater

with an ungrounded electrical sys-
tem or a 2-pronged adapter. You can
be seriously injured by an electrical
shock if you use an ungrounded

connection.

. Disconnect and properly store the

engine block heater cord before
starting the engine. Damage to the
cord could result in an electrical
shock and can cause serious injury.

. Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged

extension cord rated for at least
10A. Plug the extension cord into a
Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) pro-
tected, grounded 110-VAC outlet.

Failure to use the proper extension
cord or a grounded outlet can result
in a fire or electrical shock and
cause serious personal injury.

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