2003 NISSAN 350Z Owners Manual

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Vanity mirror light ...................................................... 2-36
Vehicle
Dimensions and weights ..................................... 9-9
Dynamic control (VDC) system....................... 5-22
Identification number (VIN)............................... 9-10
Loading information............................................ 9-14
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ................. 6-11
Security system ................................................... 2-17
Ventilators ...................................................................... 4-2
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Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .............. 1-16
Warning light
Air bag warning light .............................. 1-16, 2-14
Anti-lock brake warning light ........................... 2-11
Brake warning light ............................................ 2-12
Door open warning light ................................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-13
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-14
Warning lights ............................................................ 2-11
Warning, Hazard warning flasher switch ............ 2-24
Warning, Low tire pressure warning system ........ 5-3
Warning, Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ..................................................................... 2-11
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ..... 9-20
Washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-19
Washing ......................................................................... 7-2
Waxing............................................................................ 7-2Weights (See dimensions and weights) ............... 9-9
Wheel/tire size.............................................................. 9-9
Wheels and tires ....................................................... 8-29
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ....................... 7-3
Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-14
Window(s)
Cleaning................................................................... 7-3
Power windows................................................... 2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................. 2-19
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-19
Wiper blades ....................................................... 8-19
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Xenon headlights....................................................... 2-21
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION:Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 96).
If premium gasoline is not available, unleaded
regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI
number (Research octane number 91) may be
temporarily used, but only under the following
precautions:
IHave the fuel tank filled only partially with
unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with
unleaded premium gasoline as soon as pos-
sible.
IAvoid full throttle driving and abrupt accelera-
tion.
However, for maximum vehicle perfor-
mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso-
line is recommended.
CAUTION
Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission con-
trol systems, and may also affect war-
ranty coverage.
Under no circumstances should aleaded gasoline be used, since this will
damage the three way catalyst.
For additional information, see ªCapacities and
recommended fuel/lubricantsº in the ª9. Techni-
cal and consumer informationº section.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:IAPI Certification Mark
IAPI grade SG/SH, Energy ConservingI&II
or API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving
IILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III
ISAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all
ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 viscos-
ity oil may be used for ambient temperatures
above 0ÉF (þ18ÉC).
See ªCapacities and recommended fuel/
lubricantsº in the ª9. Technical and consumer
informationº section for engine oil and oil filter
recommendation.COLD TIRE PRESSURES:See tire placard affixed to the inside of the
console box lid.
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN
PROCEDURES
RECOMMENDATION:During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of ve-
hicle use, follow the recommendations outlined
in the ªBreak-in scheduleº Information found in
the ª5. Starting and drivingº section of this
Owner's Manual. Follow these recommenda-
tions for the future reliability and economy of
your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION
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QUICK REFERENCE1. Engine oil (P.8-10)
2. Brake fluid (P.8-13)
3. Meters and gauges (P.2-3)
4. Fuel filler lid release (P.3-10)
5. Hood release (P.3-8)
6. Seat belt (P.1-18)
7. Door lock/key (P.3-2)
8. Rear hatch release (P.3-9)
9. Engine coolant (P.8-8)
10. Windshield washer fluid (P.8-14)
11. Power steering fluid (P.8-12)
12. Battery (P.8-15)
13. Audio system (P.4-6)/
Heater and air conditioner (P.4-3)
14. Fuel (P.3-10, P.9-2)
15. Spare tire (P.6-3, P.8-33)
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