2007 NISSAN 350Z light

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Battery ServiceNIS00002
Before disconnecting the battery, lower both the driver and passenger windows. This will prevent any interfer-
ence between the window edge and the vehicle when the door is opened/closed. During normal operation, the
window slightly raises and lowers automatically to prevent any window to vehicle interference. The automatic
window function will not work with the battery disconnected.
Precautions for WorkNIS00003

After removing and installing the opening/closing parts, be sure to carry out fitting adjustments to check
their operation.

Check the lubrication level, damage, and wear of each part. If necessary, grease or replace it.

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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Work FlowNIS00007
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to BL-11, "
Diagnostic Worksheet" . This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.

The customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to
obtain all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).

If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer
is concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.

After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.

Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces=higher pitch noise/softer surfaces=lower pitch noises/edge to surface=chirping

Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch
dependent on materials/often brought on by activity.

Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.

Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.

Tick—(Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.

Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often brought on by activity.

Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.

Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may
judge as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.

Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll
The following materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit. Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingNIS00008
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sunvisor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
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Check Horn Function NIS0001R
First perform the “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” in “BCM” with CONSULT-III, then perform the trouble diagnosis of
malfunction system indicated “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” of “BCM”. Refer to BCS-16, "
CAN Communication
Inspection Using CONSULT-III (Self-Diagnosis)" .
1. CHECK HORN OPERATION
Check if horn sounds with horn switch.
Does horn operate?
Yes >> Horn circuit is OK.
No >> Check horn circuit. Refer to WW-53, "
Wiring Diagram — HORN —" .
Check Headlamp Alarm NIS0001S
First perform the “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” in “BCM” with CONSULT-III, then perform the trouble diagnosis of
malfunction system indicated “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” of “BCM”. Refer to BCS-16, "
CAN Communication
Inspection Using CONSULT-III (Self-Diagnosis)" .
1. CHECK HEADLAMP OPERATION
Does headlamp come on when turning lighting switch “ON”.
YES or NO
Yes >> Headlamp alarm circuit is OK.
No >> Check headlamp system. Refer to LT- 5 , "
HEADLAMP (FOR USA)" , LT- 3 2 , "HEADLAMP (FOR
CANADA) - DAYTIME LIGHT SYSTEM -" ,.
Check Interior Lamp Operation NIS0001T
1. CHECK ILLUMINATION OPERATION
When interior lamp switch is in “DOOR” position, open the door (driver side or passenger side).
OK or NG
OK >> Interior lamp circuit is OK.
NG >> Check interior lamp circuit. Refer to LT- 1 2 8 , "
INTERIOR ROOM LAMP" . Interior lamp should illuminate.

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BACK DOOR
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Fitting AdjustmentNIS00025
VERTICAL/LATERAL CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove back door weatherstrip. Refer to BL-103, "Removal and Installation of Back Door Weatherstrip" .
2. Remove the luggage finisher lower (center). Refer to EI-40, "
LUGGAGE FLOOR TRIM" .
3. Loosen the back door lock mounting bolts. Raise the back door lock to the top position, and temporarily
tighten the back door lock mounting bolt at the position.
4. Close the back door lightly and adjust the surface height, then open the back door to finally tighten the
back door lock mounting bolts to the specified torque.
Back Door AssemblyNIS00026
REMOVAL
1. Remove the headlining. Refer to EI-44, "Removal and Installation (for Coupe Models)" .
2. Disconnect each harness connector, which is out to body from back door.
3. Support the back door striker with a proper material to prevent it
from falling.
WARNING:
Body injury may occur if no supporting rod is holding the
back door open when removing the damper stay.
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TRUNK LID
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Removal and Installation of Trunk Lid WeatherstripNIS0002L
REMOVAL
Pull up and remove engagement with body from weatherstrip joint.
CAUTION:
After removal, do not pull strongly on the weatherstrip.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
1. Install the weatherstrip from the front with the vehicle center mark aligned to the weatherstrip mark.
2. At rear side, align the weatherstrip seam to the center of the striker.
3. After installing, pull the weatherstrip lightly to check for looseness.
CAUTION:
The weatherstrip should fit tightly onto the corners and trunk lid rear plate.
1. Storage lid 2. Trunk lid assembly 3. Trunk lid weatherstrip
4. Rear bumper fascia
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VEHICLE SECURITY (THEFT WARNING) SYSTEM
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Diagnostic Procedure 4NIS00038
CHECK VEHICLE SECURITY HORN ALARM
First perform the “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” of “BCM” with CONSULT-III, then perform the trouble diag-
nosis of malfunction system indicated in “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” of “BCM”. Refer to BCS-16, "
CAN
Communication Inspection Using CONSULT-III (Self-Diagnosis)" .
1. CHECK HORN OPERATION
Check if horn sounds with horn switch.
Does horn operate?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Check horn circuit. Refer to WW-53, "
HORN" .
2. CHECK IPDM E/R INPUT SIGNAL
Check voltage between IPDM E/R connector E9 terminal 51 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace IPDM E/R.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK HORN RERAY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R and horn relay connector.
3. Check continuity between IPDM E/R harness connector E9 terminal 51 and horn relay harness connector
E21 terminal 1.
OK or NG
OK >> Horn circuit is OK.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
Diagnostic Procedure 5NIS00039
CHECK VEHICLE SECURITY HEADLAMP ALARM
1. CHECK HEAD LAMP OPERATION
Does headlamp come on when turning lighting switch “ON”?
YES or NO
YES >> Headlamp alarm circuit is OK.
NO >> Check headlamp system. Refer to,,, LT- 3 2 , "
HEADLAMP (FOR CANADA) - DAYTIME LIGHT
SYSTEM -"LT- 5 , "HEADLAMP (FOR USA)" . 51 (G/B) – Ground : Battery voltage.
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1 (G/B) - 51(G/B) : Continuity should exist.
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