2005 NISSAN 350Z Headlight

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)
— Bulbreplacement (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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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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2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges .............................................................. 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ........................................ 2-4
Tachometer ....................................................................... 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................ 2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ........................................... 2-7
Volt meter ......................................................................... 2-8
Trip computer .................................................................. 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......... 2-12
Checking bulbs ............................................................. 2-12
Warning lights ............................................................... 2-12
Indicator lights ............................................................... 2-16
Audible reminders ........................................................ 2-18
Security systems ................................................................ 2-19
Vehicle security system .............................................. 2-19
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) ......... 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch
(Coupe models) .................................................................. 2-22
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch .... 2-23
Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-24
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .......................... 2-24
Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-24Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-25
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-26
Instrument brightness control ................................... 2-26
Hazard warning flasher switch ....................................... 2-27
Horn ....................................................................................... 2-27
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................................ 2-28
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped).................................................................... 2-29
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped).................................................................... 2-29
Clock ..................................................................................... 2-30
Adjusting the time ........................................................ 2-30
Power outlet ........................................................................ 2-31
Storage ................................................................................. 2-32
Instrument pocket (except for navigation system
equipped models) ........................................................ 2-32
Sunglasses holder (Coupe models) ........................ 2-32
Tray .................................................................................. 2-33
Cup holders ................................................................... 2-33
Console box .................................................................. 2-34
Rear floor box ................................................................ 2-35
Rear parcel box ............................................................ 2-36
Stowing golf bags ......................................................... 2-36
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1. Headlight/turn signal switch
2. Instrument brightness control switch
3. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn
4. Meters/gauges
5. Cruise control main/set switch
(if so equipped)6. Trip computer mode/setting switch
7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
8. Center ventilator
9. Cup holder
10. Passenger supplemental air bag
11. Side ventilator12. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch
or TCS (Traction control system) OFF
switch
13. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster
models)
14. Fuel filler lid opener switch
15. Hood lock release handle
16. Fuse box
17. Tilting steering wheel lock lever
18. Ignition switch/steering lock
19. Navigation system display* or Instrument
pocket
20. Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
21. Heater/air conditioner control
22. Audio system/Clock
23. Heated seat switch (if so equipped)
24. Hazard warning flasher switch
25. Tray
26. Power outlet
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
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Combination meter:
1. Warning/Indicator lights
2. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
3. Tachometer
4. Speedometer5. Instrument brightness control switch
(See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later
in this section.)
6. Fuel gauge
7. Engine coolant temperature gauge8. Automatic transmission position indicator or
Manual transmission shift up indicator
(See “Driving the vehicle” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section.)
9. Reset knobfor trip odometer
10. Odometer (Total/Twin trip)
11. Trip computer setting switch
(See “Trip computer” later in this section.)
12. Trip computer mode switch
(See “Trip computer” later in this section.)
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INDICATOR LIGHTS
Automatic transmission
position indicator light (A/T
models)
When the ignition keyis turned to the ON
position, the indicator in the tachometer shows
the automatic transmission selector lever posi-
tion. See “Driving the vehicle” (automatic trans-
mission) in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
Cruise main switch indicator
light (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator
light (if so equipped)
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled bythe cruise control system. If the
light blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate the cruise control system is not func-
tioning properly. Have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
High beam indicator light
(Blue)
This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on and goes out when the low beam is
selected.
Malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on
steadyor blinks while the engine is running, it
mayindicate a potential emission control mal-
function.
The malfunction indicator lamp mayalso come
on steadyif the fuel filler cap is loose or missing,
or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make
sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 US
gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
lamp should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
If this indicator lamp comes on steadyfor 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when
the engine is not running, it indicates that the
vehicle is not readyfor an emission control
system inspection/maintenance test. See
“Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test” in the “9. Technical and consumer informa-tion” section of this manual.
Operation
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in
one of two ways:

Malfunction indicator lamp on steady— An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If the
fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or
install the cap and continue to drive the
vehicle. The
lamp should turn off after a
few driving trips. If the
lamp does not
turn off after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected bya NISSAN dealer. You
do not need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp blinking — An
engine misfire has been detected which may
damage the emission control system. To re-
duce or avoid emission control system dam-
age:
a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
c) Avoid steep uphill grades.
d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator lamp maystop
blinking and come on steady.
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operating switch only under all of the following
conditions:

When the vehicle is stopped.

When the foot brake pedal is depressed.

When the ignition switch is ON.
CAUTION
Operate the soft top with the engine
running to prevent a discharged battery.
When the soft top is in motion, and any of the
above conditions are discontinued or the pas-
senger power seat switches (on the cushion or
the seatback) are operated, the top will stop
moving. Remove your hand from the operating
switch, and press it again under the above
conditions until the top is fully opened or closed.
The indicator light will go off when the top
open/close operation is completely finished.
If the soft top indicator light flashes with the
ignition switch ON (whether the top is operated
or not), it may indicate the electric soft top
control unit is not functioning properly. Have
your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as
soon as possible.
For more details about the electric soft topoperation, see “Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chimeThe chime will sound if the driver’s side door is
opened while the key is left in the ignition switch
(ignition switch is turned off). Remove the key
and take it with you when leaving the vehicle.Light reminder chimeThe chime will sound when the driver’s door is
opened with the headlight switch on unless the
key is in the ignition switch. Make sure to turn the
light switch off when you leave the vehicle.Seat belt warning chimeThe chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless
the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.Brake pad wear warningThe disc brake pads have audible wear warn-
ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it
will make a high pitched scraping sound whenthe vehicle is in motion. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the warning
sound is heard.
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3. Close and lock all doors and rear hatch/trunk
lid.
Lock all doors by pressing the LOCK button
on the keyfob. When using the keyfob, the
hazard indicators flash twice to indicate all
doors are locked.
4. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light glows
for about 30 seconds and then blinks. The
system is now activated. If, during this 30
second time period, the door is unlocked by
the key or the keyfob, or the ignition key is
turned to ACC or ON, the system will not
activate.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors and rear hatch/trunk lid
locked and ignition key off. Turn the igni-
tion key to ACC to turn the system off.Vehicle security system activationThe security system will give the following alarm:

The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.

The alarm automatically turns off after ap-
proximately 50 seconds. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again. The alarm can be shut off by unlockinga door with the key, or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the keyfob.
The alarm is activated by:

Opening the door without using the key or
keyfob.

Opening the rear hatch or the trunk lid with-
out using the release switch or keyfob.
How to stop an activated alarmThe alarm will stop only by unlocking a door with
the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK button on
keyfob. The alarm will not stop if the ignition
switch is turned to ACC or ON.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by a
NISSAN dealer.NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (NVIS)The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS)
will not allow the engine to start without the use
of the registered NVIS key.
If the engine fails to start using the registered
NVIS key, it may be due to interference caused
by another NVIS key, an automated toll road
device or automated payment device on the key
ring. Restart the engine using the following
procedures:1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position and wait approximately 10 seconds.
3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again.
4. Restart the engine while holding the device
(which may have caused the interference)
separate from the registered NVIS key.
If this procedure allows the engine to start,
NISSAN recommends placing the registered
NVIS key on a separate key ring to avoid
interference from other devices.
Statement related to section 15 of FCC
rules for Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem (CONT ASSY-BCM, ANT ASSY-
IMMOBILIZER)
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful in-
terference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EX-
PRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFAC-
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