2003 NISSAN 350Z headlight bulb

2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ..................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ............................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ......................................... 2-4
Tachometer ........................................................................ 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................. 2-5
Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ............................................. 2-6
Volt meter ......................................................................... 2-7
Trip computer .................................................................. 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......... 2-11
Checking bulbs .............................................................. 2-11
Warning lights ................................................................ 2-11
Indicator lights ................................................................ 2-14
Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-16
Security systems.................................................................. 2-16
Vehicle security system................................................ 2-17
Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) ............ 2-18
Windshield wiper and washer switch ............................ 2-19
Rear window wiper and washer switch ........................ 2-20
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch ................................................................... 2-21
Headlight and turn signal switch..................................... 2-21
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) ............................ 2-21
Headlight switch ............................................................ 2-22Turn signal switch ......................................................... 2-23
Instrument brightness control ..................................... 2-23
Daytime running light system (Canada only) .......... 2-23
Hazard warning flasher switch ......................................... 2-24
Horn ........................................................................................ 2-24
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-25
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped).................................................................... 2-26
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped).................................................................... 2-26
Clock ...................................................................................... 2-27
Adjusting the time ......................................................... 2-27
Power outlet.......................................................................... 2-27
Cigarette lighter and ashtray (accessory) .................... 2-28
Storage ................................................................................. 2-29
Instrument pocket (Except for Navigation system
equipped models) ........................................................ 2-29
Sunglasses holder ......................................................... 2-29
Tray.................................................................................... 2-30
Cup holders .................................................................... 2-30
Console box .................................................................... 2-31
Rear floor box ................................................................. 2-32
Rear parcel box .............................................................. 2-32
Windows................................................................................ 2-33
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To defog/defrost the rear window glass and
outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine
and push the switch on. The indicator light will
come on. Push the switch again to turn the
defroster off.
It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the rear window defroster.
XENON HEADLIGHTS (if so
equipped)
WARNINGHIGH VOLTAGE
IWhen xenon headlights are on, they
produce a high voltage. To prevent an
electric shock, never attempt to
modify or disassemble. Always have
your xenon headlights replaced at a
NISSAN dealer.
IXenon headlights provide consider-
ably more light than conventional
headlights. If they are not correctly
aimed, they might temporarily blind
an oncoming driver or the driver
ahead of you and cause a serious
accident. If headlights are not aimed
correctly, immediately take your ve-
hicle to a NISSAN dealer and have
the headlights adjusted correctly.
When the xenon headlight is initially turned on,
its brightness or color varies slightly. However,
the color and brightness will soon stabilize.IThe life of xenon headlights will be
shortened by frequent on-off operation.
It is generally desirable not to turn off
the headlights for short intervals (for
example, when the vehicle stops at a
traffic signal). Even when the daytime
running lights are active (Canada only),
the xenon headlights do not turn on.
This way the life of the xenon headlights
is not reduced.
IIf the xenon headlight bulb is close to
burning out, the brightness will drasti-
cally decrease, the light will start blink-
ing, or the color of the light will become
reddish. If one or more of the above
signs appear, contact a NISSAN dealer.
SIC1960
REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR (if so equipped)
DEFROSTER SWITCHHEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
Instruments and controls
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HEADLIGHTS
ReplacingIf replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer.
Xenon headlight bulb:
WARNINGHIGH VOLTAGE
When xenon headlights are on, they
produce a high voltage. To prevent an
electric shock, never attempt to modify
or disassemble the headlight assembly.
Always have your xenon headlights re-
placed at a NISSAN dealer. For addi-
tional information, see ªHeadlight and
turn signal switchº in the ª2. Instruments
and controlsº section.
Halogen headlight bulb:
The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which
uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. A
bulb can be replaced from under the engine
compartment without removing the headlight
assembly.
CAUTION
IHigh pressure halogen gas is sealed
inside the halogen bulb. The bulb
may break if the glass envelope is
scratched or the bulb is dropped.
IWhen handling the bulb, do not touch
the glass envelope.
IDo not touch the bulb.
IUse the same number and wattage as
originally installed:
Bulb no. (Wattage)
D2R (35W) - Xenon low-beam
H7 (55W) - High-beam
or
H7 (55W) - Halogen low-beam
H1 (55W) - High-beam
IDo not leave the bulb out of the
headlight reflector for a long period
of time as dust, moisture, and smoke
may enter the headlight body and
affect the performance of the head-
light.
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Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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Tachometer ............................................................. 2-5
Trip computer ......................................................... 2-8
General maintenance .................................................. 8-2
H
Hatch, Rear hatch........................................................ 3-9
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-24
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-5
Headlights
Bulb replacement ............................................... 8-26
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-22
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-21
Heated seats .............................................................. 2-25
Heater
Engine coolant heater ....................................... 5-25
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)............ 4-3
HomeLink
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-36
Hood, release ............................................................... 3-8
Horn .............................................................................. 2-24
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security .................... 2-17
I
Ignition switch ............................................................... 5-5
Automatic transmission models................ 5-5, 5-9
Key positions .......................................................... 5-7
Manual transmission models .................. 5-6, 5-12
Immobilizer system .................................................... 2-18
Indicator lights............................................................ 2-14
Inside
Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-13
Mirror...................................................................... 3-13Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-21
Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2
Instrument pocket...................................................... 2-29
Interior light ................................................................. 2-35
Interior light replacement......................................... 8-27
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-6
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-4
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
L
Label, Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-12
Label, Emission control information label............ 9-11
Label, F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................... 9-11
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-16
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-10
License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-13
Light
Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-16
Bulb replacement ............................................... 8-25
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-22
Headlights, Bulb replacement ......................... 8-26
Interior light .......................................................... 2-35
Luggage compartment light ............................. 2-36Replacement ........................................................ 8-25
Vanity mirror light ................................................ 2-36
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .................................................. 2-11, 2-14
Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-21
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-27
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ................................................................. 9-14
Lock
Door locks ............................................................... 3-2
Power door lock .................................................... 3-2
Rear hatch lock...................................................... 3-9
Low tire pressure warning light ............................. 2-13
Low tire pressure warning system .......................... 5-3
Luggage compartment light.................................... 2-36
M
Maintenance
Battery ................................................................... 8-15
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5
Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-24
Under the hood and the vehicle........................ 8-4
Manual front seat adjustment ................................... 1-3
Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-13
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-13
Outside mirror control ....................................... 3-14
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-14
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