How do you use the launch control on a Nissan GTR?
How do you use the launch control on a Nissan GTR?
Steps to Use:
- Start up your car and let it warm up transmission between 50C and 85C (122F to 185F)
- Put your transmission into “R” mode.
- Turn the traction control off. (
- While holding the brake quickly press the gas to the floor 100%
- Vehicle should now be holding at RPM Limit designated by launch control!
Does a Nissan GTR have launch control?
The Nissan GT-R has electronics to control launch but the company does not use the term “launch control” since some owners have equated the term with turning off the stability control to launch the car, which may void the warranty of the drivetrain.
How many times can you use launch control on GT-R?
The GT-R’s new version of launch control does come with one operational caveat – you can’t use it more than four times in a row before it shuts down for a “cooling down” period. If the acceleration runs, or surface friction, have been particularly severe the system might not re-engage for quite some time.
What was the previous launch control for the GT-Rs?
The previous VDC launch control programming launched the vehicle at 4,500 RPMs instead of 2,000, leading to excessive wear and eventual failure of the transmission and transaxle. All 2010 GT-Rs and 2009 models sold in 2010 have the updated VDC programming.
What to do if your GT-R has a recall?
Depress the brake pedal all the way down. Depress the gas pedal all the way down. The engine will automatically rev to 2,000 RPMs. When ready, release the brake pedal. The vehicle will launch and accelerate at the most efficient pace possible. If you have a 2009 model year GT-R, make sure the VDC has been reprogrammed as per a manufacturer recall.
How do you set your car to are mode?
Set the “Torque” switch to “R” mode. Set the “Suspension” switch to “R” mode. Set the “VDC” switch to “OFF” and hold it there for 5 seconds. Depress the brake pedal all the way down. Depress the gas pedal all the way down. The engine will automatically rev to 2,000 RPMs. When ready, release the brake pedal.