Increasing fuel economy -40 – NISSAN 2013 GT R - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Starting and driving

certified NISSAN dealer in accordance with
specifications for city driving to high perfor-
mance driving.
The tires on the GT-R may have different wear
rates and wear patterns in comparison to
conventional passenger vehicles. Contact a
GT-R certified NISSAN dealer to confirm that
the alignment is within specifications.

. Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain

cruising speeds with a constant accelerator
position.

. Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.

Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy.

. Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.

Keep a safe distance behind other vehicles.

. Select a gear range suitable to road condi-

tions.

. Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
. Keep your engine tuned up.
. Follow the recommended periodic mainte-

nance schedule.

. Keep the tires inflated to the correct

pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.

. Keep the wheels in correct alignment.

Improper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.

. Air conditioner operation lowers fuel econ-

omy. Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.

. When cruising at highway speeds, it is more

economical to use the air conditioner and
leave the windows closed to reduce drag.

. Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.

(

“Oil viscosity” page 9-6)

INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY

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