2006 NISSAN 350Z Owner´s Manual

Do not use the hazard warning flash-
ers while moving on the highway un-
less unusual circumstances force you
to drive so slowly that your vehicle
might become a hazard to other traf-
fic.

Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
The flasher will operate with the ignition switch in
any position.
To sound the horn, push the center pad area of
the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air
bag system may result in serious per-
sonal injury.The seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The
switches are located on the center console.
1. Start the engine.
2. Select heat range.
1For high heat, push the
(High) side
of the switch.
2For low heat, push the
(Low) side of
the switch.
3For no heat, the switch has a center OFF
position between low and high.
The indicator light
A
in the switch will
illuminate when low or high is selected.
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The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or
before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn
the switch to the OFF position
3.
An optional ventilated net seat has this built-in
heater only in the seat cushion part, not in the
seatback.
CAUTION

The battery could be discharged if
the seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.

Do not use the seat heater for ex-
tended periods or when no one is
using the seat.

Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a blan-
ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other-
wise, the seat may become over-
heated.

Do not place anything hard or heavyon the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the heater.

Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with
a dry cloth.

When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any
similar materials.

If any abnormalities are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most
driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor.
If maximum engine power is needed to free a
stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system, push the VDC OFF switch (located on
the lower side of the instrument panel). The
indicator light will come on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
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(VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so
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engine to turn on the system. See “Vehicle
dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Start-
ing and driving” section.
The vehicle should be driven with the Traction
Control System (TCS) on for most driving con-
ditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the TCS
reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin.
The engine speed will be reduced even if the
accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum
engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle,
turn the TCS off.
To turn off the Traction Control System (TCS),
push the TCS OFF switch (located on the lower
side of the instrument panel). The
indicator
light will come on. Push it again or restart the
engine to turn the system back on.See “Traction control system (TCS)” in the “5.
Starting and driving” section.SIC1967
TRACTIONCONTROL SYSTEM
(TCS) OFF SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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The digital clock (in the audio unit) displays time
when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
If the battery cable is disconnected, the
clock will reset its time and the correct
time will not be indicated. Readjust the
time.
ADJUSTING THE TIMEAdjust the time in the following steps:
1. Switch the display to the clock adjusting
mode.
Type A (audio with 1 CD player):
Push and hold the DISP (Clock) button
A
until the clock display starts to flash.
Type B (audio with 6 CD changer):
Push and hold the RPT button
B
until the
clock display starts to flash.
2. Push the SEEK/TRACK button
C
(
,
) to adjust the hour. Push the TUNE
buttonD
(
,
) to adjust theminute. Pushing the
or
side will
advance the time and the
or
side
will turn back the time.
3. Push the DISP button
A
(Type A), or RPT
B
button (Type B) to finish the adjustment.
ResettingType A (audio with 1 CD player):
Push the DISP
A
and TUNE
D
buttons.
Type B (audio with 6 CD changer):
Push the RPT
B
and TUNE
D
buttons.
The time will be set to a time signal.
For example, if these buttons are pushed while
the time is between 8:00 and 8:29, the display
will be reset to 8:00. If pushed while it is
between 8:30 and 8:59, the display will be reset
to 9:00. At the same time the display will return
to the previous audio mode.
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The power outlet is for powering electrical ac-
cessories such as cellular telephones.
CAUTION

The outlet and plug may be hot dur-
ing or immediately after use.

This power outlet is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.

Do not use accessories that exceed a
combined power draw of 12 volt,
120W (10A) for both the front andrear power outlets. Do not use
double adapters or more than one
accessory with a single power outlet.

Use power outlet with the engine
running to avoid discharging the ve-
hicle battery.

Avoid using power outlets when the
air conditioner, headlights or rear
window defroster is on.

Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure to turn off the power
switch of electrical accessory beingused or the ACC power of the vehicle.

Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug
may overheat or the internal tem-
perature fuse may open.

Do not allow water to contact the
outlet. When not in use, be sure to
close the lid.
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INSTRUMENT POCKET (except for
navigation system equipped models)To open the lid, push the knobup
1.
To close, pull the lid down
2.
WARNING

The instrument pocket should not be
used while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.
Keep the pocket lid closed while driv-
ing to help prevent injury in an acci-
dent or a sudden stop.
SUNGLASSES HOLDER (Coupe
models)The sunglasses holder can be opened by push-
ing the button
A.WARNING

The sunglasses holder should not be
used while driving so full attention
may be given to vehicle operation.

Keep the sunglasses holder closed
while driving to prevent an accident.
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CAUTION

Do not use for anything other than
glasses.

Do not leave sunglasses in the sun-
glasses holder while parking in direct
sunlight. The heat may damage the
sunglasses.
CARD HOLDERPush the button
A
to open the card holder.WARNING
The card holder should not be used
while driving so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
CARGO NETThe net located under the instrument panel
(passenger’s side) can be used to hold small
objects.
The net can be removed when necessary.
WARNING

Do not place sharp objects in the net.
Such objects may become dangerous
projectiles and cause injury when the
vehicle is moving or if the vehicle is
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involved in a collision.

The cargo restrained in the net must
not exceed 4 lb (2 kg) or the net may
not stay secured.
CUP HOLDERS
WARNING
The cup holder should not be used while
driving so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
CAUTION

Avoid abrupt starting and braking
when the cup holder is being used to
prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid
is hot, it can scald you or your pas-
senger.

Use only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
FrontTo open the cup holder, slide the lid
1.
Install the partition plate into the slit
2.
Soft bottle holder
CAUTION

Do not use bottle holder for any other
objects that could be thrown about in
the vehicle and possibly injure
people during sudden braking or an
accident.

Do not use bottle holder for open
liquid containers.
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