Nissan 350Z 2005 Owner's manual

Foreword

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN

owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with

confidence. It was produced using the latest

techniques and strict quality control.

This manual was prepared to help you under-

stand the operation and maintenance of your

vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of

driving pleasure. Please read through this

manual before operating your vehicle.

A separate Warranty Information Booklet

explains details about the warranties cov-

ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service

and Maintenance Guide explains details

about maintaining and servicing your ve-

hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer

Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will

explain how to resolve any concerns you

may have with your vehicle, as well as

clarify your rights under your state’s lemon

law.

Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.

When you require any service or have any

questions, we will be glad to assist you with the

extensive resources available to us.

READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE

SAFELY

Before driving your vehicle please read

your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will

ensure familiarity with controls and main-

tenance requirements, assisting you in the

safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-

TION

REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

Follow these important driving rules to

help ensure a safe and comfortable trip

for you and your passengers!

쐌 Never drive under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

쐌 Always observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for condi-

tions.

쐌 Always use the seat belts. Refer to

“Child safety” and “Child restraints”

in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and

supplemental restraint system” sec-

tion for precautions regarding chil-

dren.

쐌 Always provide information about the

proper use of vehicle safety features

to all occupants of the vehicle.

쐌 Always review this Owner’s Manual

for important safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

This vehicle should not be modified. Modi-

fication could affect its performance,

safety or durability, and may even violate

governmental regulations. In addition,

damage or performance problems result-

ing from modification may not be covered

under NISSAN warranties.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

This manual includes information for all

options available on this model. There-

fore, you may find some information that

does not apply to your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustrations in

this manual are those in effect at the time of

printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change

specifications or design at any time without

notice.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

You will see various symbols in this manual.

They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of a

hazard that could cause death or serious

personal injury. To avoid or reduce the

risk, the procedures must be followed

precisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a

hazard that could cause minor or moder-

ate personal injury or damage to your

vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the

procedures must be followed carefully.

If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do

this” or “Do not let this happen”.

If you see a symbol similar to these in an

illustration, it means the arrow points to the front

of the vehicle.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these

indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these

call attention to an item in the illustration.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,

and certain vehicle components contain

or emit chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. In

addition, certain fluids contained in ve-

hicles and certain products of compo-

nent wear contain or emit chemicals

known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other repro-

ductive harm.

TOKYO, JAPAN

reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted

in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical,

photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior

written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN

Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to

produce the finest in safe, reliable and economical

transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a

successful worldwide company that manufactures

cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes

them in 170 nations.

NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufactured

by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in

Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN affiliates world

wide, collectively growing to become the fifth

largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars

and trucks, NISSAN also makes forklift trucks,

marine engines, boats and other diversified prod-

ucts.

NISSAN has made a substantial and growing

investment in North America. NISSAN’s commit-

ment is nearly $4 billion dollars in capital invest-

ments in facilities across the continent. Some of

the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing

facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling de-

sign at Nissan Design America, Inc. in San Diego,

California, and engineering at Nissan Technical

Center North America in Farmington Hills, Michi-

gan. Additionally, NISSAN employs nearly 18,000

people throughout the United States, Canada, and

Mexico. An additional 71,000 people work for the

1,500 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers across North

America.

NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the

Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-

pliers and over 140 dealers employ approximately

4,500 people. These include company employees

and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across

Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for

companies that supply NISSAN and NISSAN deal-

ers with materials and services ranging from op-

eration of port facilities and transportation services

to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories.

NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and

computers in automobiles, and has led the industry

in improving both performance and fuel efficiency

through new engine designs and the use of syn-

thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The

company has also developed ways to build quality

into its vehicles at each stage of the production

process, both through extensive use of automation

and — most importantly — through an awareness

that people are the central element in quality

control.

From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers

until you took delivery of your new NISSAN, dozens

of checks were made to ensure that only the best

job was being done in producing and delivering

your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great care to

ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your

dealer for maintenance, the service technician will

perform his work according to the quality stan-

dards that have been established by NISSAN.

Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As

you know, seat belts are an integral part of the

safety systems that will help protect you and your

passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an

accident. We urge you to use the seat belts every

time you drive the vehicle.

The NISSAN story of growth and achievement

reflects our major goal: to provide you, our cus-

tomer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and

craftsmanship — a product that we can be proud

to build and you can be proud to own.

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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

NISSAN CARES ...

Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer

are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.

However, if there is something that your

NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you

would like to provide NISSAN directly with

comments or questions, please contact the

NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using

our toll-free number:

For U.S. customers

1-800-NISSAN-1

(1-800-647-7261)

For Canadian customers

1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for

the following information:

— Your name, address, and telephone

number

— Vehicle identification number (attached to the

top of the instrument panel on the driver’s

side)

— Date of purchase

— Current odometer reading

— Your NISSAN dealer’s name

— Your comments or questions

OR

You can write to NISSAN with the information

on the left at:

For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc.

Consumer Affairs Department

P.O. Box 191

Gardena, California 90248-0191

For Canadian customers

Nissan Canada Inc.

5290 Orbitor Drive

Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

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Table of

Contents

Illustrated table of contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental

restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Exterior front ........................................................................... 0-2

Exterior rear ............................................................................ 0-3

Passenger compartment ...................................................... 0-5

Instrument panel ................................................................... 0-7

Engine compartment check locations ............................. 0-8

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1. Hood (P.3-9)

2. Windshield wiper and washer

— Switch (P.2-22)

— Wiper replacement (P.8-20)

3. Interior light (P.2-40)

4. Power windows (P.2-38)

5. Towing hook installation (P.6-12)

License plate installation (P.9-13)

6. Headlight, park and turn signal lights

— Switch (P.2-24)

— Bulb replacement (P.8-27)

7. Tires

— Wheels and tires (P.8-31, P.9-9)

— Flat tire (P.6-2)

8. Outside mirrors (P.3-18)

9. Doors

— Keys (P.3-2)

— Door locks (P.3-2)

— Keyfob (P.3-4)

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EXTERIOR FRONT

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Coupe models

1. Antenna (P.4-26)

2. Rear hatch release switch (P.3-10)

3. Rear window defroster (P.2-23)

4. High-mounted stop light (Bulb) (P.8-28)

5. Rear window wiper and washer

(P.2-22)

6. License plate lights (Bulb replacement)

(P.8-28)

7. Rear hatch release (secondary) (P.3-10)

8. Luggage compartment light (P.2-41, P.8-28)

9. Back-up, Turn signal light (Bulb replacement)

(P.8-28)

10. Side marker, Stop/Tail light (Bulb replace-

ment) (P.8-28)

11. Fuel

— Fuel filler lid (P.3-13)

— Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)

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EXTERIOR REAR

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Roadster models

1. Antenna (P.4-26)

2. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-11)

3. Trunk light (P.2-41, P.8-28)

4. High-mounted stop light (Bulb) (P.8-28)

5. Rear window defroster (P.2-23)

6. Soft top (P.3-19)

7. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-12)

8. License plate lights (Bulb replacement)

(P.8-28)

9. Back-up, Turn signal light (Bulb replacement)

(P.8-28)

10. Side marker, Stop/Tail light (Bulb replace-

ment) (P.8-28)

11. Fuel

— Fuel filler lid (P.3-13)

— Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)

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Coupe models

1. Coat hook (P.2-37)

2. Seat belts (P.1-10)

3. Seats

- Manual seats adjustment (P.1-3)

- Power seats adjustment (P.1-4)

4. Tilt lever for passenger seat (seatback)

(P.1-7)

5. Power window switch (P.2-38)

6. Outside mirror remote control switch

(P.3-18)

7. Extension sun visor (P.3-16)

8. Interior light (P.2-40)

9. Sunglasses holder (P.2-32)

10. Inside mirror (P.3-16)

- Automatic anti-glare inside mirror* (P.3-17)

- HomeLink

universal transceiver* (P.2-42)

11. Rear parcel box (P.2-10)

12. Rear parcel box or Navigation system*1

13. Rear floor box (P.2-35)

14. Power outlet (P.2-31)

15. Console box (P.2-34)

16. Parking brake

- Operation (P.5-14)

- Parking/Parking on hills (P.5-18)

- Checking (P.8-21)

17. Driving with automatic transmission (P.5-9)

18. Driving with manual transmission (P.5-12)

*: if so equipped

*1: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

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Roadster models

1. Seat belts (P.1-10)

2. Seats

- Power seats adjustment (P.1-5)

- Net seats* (P.1-6).

3. Power seatback tilt switch (P.1-8)/Cancel

switch (P.1-9) for passenger seat

4. Power window switch (P.2-38)

5. Outside mirror remote control switch

(P.3-18)

6. Soft top latch lever (P.3-22)

7. Safety switch for soft top latch lever (P.3-22)

8. Interior light (P.2-40)

9. Inside mirror (P.3-16)

- Automatic anti-glare inside mirror* (P.3-17)

- HomeLink

universal transceiver* (P.2-42)

10. Rear parcel box (P.2-10)

11. Rear parcel box or Navigation system*1

12. Rear floor box (P.2-35)

- Trunk lid cancel switch (P.3-12)

- Secondary trunk lid release (P.3-13)

13. Power outlet (P.2-31)

14. Console box (P.2-34)

15. Parking brake

- Operation (P.5-14)

- Parking/Parking on hills (P.5-18)

- Checking (P.8-21)

16. Driving with automatic transmission (P.5-9)

17. Driving with manual transmission (P.5-12)

*: if so equipped

*1: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.

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1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P.2-24)

2. Instrument brightness control switch

(P.2-26)

3. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-29)/Horn

(P.2-27)

4. Meters/gauges (P.2-3)

5. Cruise control main/set switch* (P.5-15)

6. Trip computer mode/setting switch (P.2-8)

7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-22)

8. Center ventilator (P.4-7)

9. Cup holder (P.2-33)

10. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-29)

11. Side ventilators (P.4-7)

12. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch*

(P.2-29) or TCS (Traction control system)

OFF switch* (P.2-29)

13. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster

models) (P.3-19)

14. Fuel filler lid opener switch (P.3-13)

15. Hood lock release handle (P.3-9)

16. Fuse box (P.8-22)

17. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-15)

18. Ignition switch (P.5-6)

19. Navigation system display (P.4-2)*1 or In-

strument pocket (P.2-32)

20. Rear window and outside mirror defroster

switch (P.2-23)

21. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-8)

22. Audio system (P.4-11)/Clock (P.2-30)

23. Heated seat switch* (P.2-28)

24. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-27)

25. Tray (P.2-33)

26. Power outlet (P.2-31)

*: if so equipped

*1: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-22)

2. Battery (P.8-15)

3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-10)

4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-13)

5. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T models) (P.8-14)

6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-14)

7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-13)

8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-8)

9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9)

10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-10)

11. Air cleaner (P.8-18)

Do not tamper with the strut tower bar

adjustment

쎻

A

. The strut tower bar has

been adjusted to the most suitable posi-

tion at the factory.

SDI1519

ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK

LOCATIONS

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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-

mental restraint system

Seats ........................................................................................ 1-2

Front manual seat adjustment

(for Coupe models) ........................................................ 1-3

Front power seat adjustment

(for Coupe models — if so equipped) ...................... 1-4

Front power seat adjustment

(for Roadster models) .................................................... 1-5

Seat lifter (for driver’s seat) ......................................... 1-7

Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driver’s

seat ..................................................................................... 1-7

Head restraint adjustment ............................................ 1-9

Seat belts ............................................................................. 1-10

Precautions on seat belt usage ................................ 1-10

Child safety .................................................................... 1-12

Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch...................... 1-13

After an air bag ON/OFF switch is installed.......... 1-13

Pregnant women .......................................................... 1-14

Injured persons ............................................................. 1-14

Three-point type seat belt with retractor ............... 1-14

Seat belt extenders ...................................................... 1-16

Seat belt maintenance ................................................ 1-16

Child restraints ................................................................... 1-17

Precautions on child restraints ................................. 1-17

Child restraint installation on front passenger

seat.................................................................................... 1-19

Top tether strap child restraint

(Coupe models) ............................................................ 1-24

Booster seats ....................................................................... 1-25

Precautions on booster seats .................................... 1-25

Booster seat installation on front passenger

seat.................................................................................... 1-28

Supplemental restraint system ....................................... 1-29

Precautions on supplemental restraint system ...... 1-29

Components of the supplemental restraint

system .............................................................................. 1-35

Supplemental air bag warning labels ....................... 1-40

Supplemental air bag warning light .......................... 1-40

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WARNING

쐌 Do not ride in a moving vehicle when

the seatback is reclined. This can be

dangerous. The shoulder belt will not

be against your body. In an accident,

you could be thrown into it and re-

ceive neck or other serious injuries.

You could also slide under the lap

belt and receive serious internal

injuries.

쐌 For the most effective protection

when the vehicle is in motion, the

seat should be upright. Always sit

well back in the seat and adjust the

seat belt properly. See “Precautions

on seat belt usage” later in this sec-

tion.

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SEATS

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FRONT MANUAL SEAT

ADJUSTMENT (for Coupe models)

WARNING

쐌 Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given

to vehicle operation. The seat may

move suddenly and could cause loss

of control of the vehicle.

쐌 After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely

locked.

쎻

1

Forward and backward

Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward

or backward to the desired position. Release the

lever to lock the seat in position.

When sliding the passenger’s seat backward,

be careful not to crush items in the seatback

pocket against the rear floor box.

쎻

2

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and

lean back. To bring the seatback forward again,

pull the lever and move your body forward. The

seatback will move forward.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the

seatback for occupants of different sizes for

added comfort and to help obtain proper seat

belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage”

later in this section.) The seatback may also be

reclined to allow occupants to rest when the

vehicle is parked.

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FRONT POWER SEAT

ADJUSTMENT (for Coupe models —

if so equipped)

WARNING

쐌 Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given

to vehicle operation.

쐌 Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknow-

ingly activate switches or controls.

Unattended children could become

involved in serious accidents.

Operating tips

쐌 The seat motor has an auto-reset overload

protection circuit. If the motor stops during

operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate

the switch.

쐌 Do not operate the power support seat

for a long period of time when the engine is

off. This will discharge the battery.

쎻

1

Forward and backward

Moving the sliding switch forward or backward

will slide the seat forward or backward to the

desired position.

When sliding the passenger’s seat backward,

be careful not to crush items in the seatback

pocket against the rear floor box.

쎻

2

Reclining (for driver’s seat)

Move the reclining switch backward until the

desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback

forward, move the switch forward and move your

body forward. The seatback will move forward.

쎻

2

Reclining (for passenger’s seat)

The passenger’s seat is equipped with a manual

lever for reclining. See “Front manual seat ad-

justment” earlier in this section.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the

seatback for occupants of different sizes for

added comfort and to help obtain proper seat

belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage”

later in this section.) The seatback may also be

reclined to allow occupants to rest when the

vehicle is parked.

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FRONT POWER SEAT

ADJUSTMENT (for Roadster models)

WARNING

쐌 Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given

to vehicle operation.

쐌 Do not leave children unattended in-

side the vehicle. They could unknow-

ingly activate switches or controls.

Unattended children could become

involved in serious accidents.

Operating tips

쐌 The seat motor has an auto-reset overload

protection circuit. If the motor stops during

operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate

the switch.

쐌 Do not operate the power support seat

for a long period of time when the engine is

off. This will discharge the battery.

쎻

1

Forward and backward

Moving the sliding switch forward or backward

will slide the seat forward or backward to the

desired position.

When sliding the passenger’s seat backward,

be careful not to crush items in the seatback

pocket against the rear floor box.

쎻

2

Reclining

Move the reclining switch backward until the

desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback

forward, move the switch forward and move your

body forward. The seatback will move forward.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the

seatback for occupants of different sizes for

added comfort and to help obtain proper seat

belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage”

later in this section.) The seatback may also be

reclined to allow occupants to rest when the

vehicle is parked.

Automatic passenger seatback tilt

function

The passenger seatback will automatically tilt

forward and backward during the soft top

open/close operation. If you need to cancel this

function or when a child restraint is installed in

the passenger’s seat, push the seatback tilt

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cancel switch to the CANCEL position. For more

information about operation conditions, see

“Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and

adjustments” section. For the cancel switch, see

“Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driv-

er’s seat” later in this section.

Ventilated net seats (if so equipped)

The ventilated net seats are designed for good

ventilation while driving. Net cloth is used on the

surface of the seatback and the cushion as

shown.

CAUTION

쐌 The seat is made of netted materials.

Be careful not to snag your jewelry,

such as a ring, bracelet or watch, on

the seat.

쐌 When using these seats, avoid wear-

ing clothing with soft fabrics (wool,

etc.). Clothing may be damaged as it

rubs against the netted material.

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SEAT LIFTER (for driver’s seat)

Type A (except for ventilated net seat)

Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of

the seat cushion to the desired position.

Type B (for ventilated net seat)

Turn the dial and adjust the angle of the seat

cushion to the desired position.

TILTING AND RECLINING

PASSENGER’S SEAT FROM

DRIVER’S SEAT

The passenger seatback can be adjusted from

the driver’s seat to make it easier for the driver to

use the rear parcel box or rear floor box, or to

help the passenger get in the vehicle.

Coupe models (manual type)

To tilt or recline the passenger seatback, pull up

the lever

쎻

A

located on the back side of it, and

move the seatback forward or backward.

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Type A

SSS0202

Type B

SSS0203

Coupe models

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-7

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