2007 NISSAN 350Z warning

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 ServiceNFS00002
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 Procedures without Cowl Top CoverNFS000HT
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precautions for Brake SystemNFS00003

Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”. Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants" .

Do not reuse drained brake fluid.

Do not let brake fluid come in contact with painted surfaces on the body. This might damage the paint, so
if it does come in contact, immediately wipe area and wash off with water.

To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder and disc brake caliper, use clean brake fluid.

Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
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BR-4
PRECAUTIONS
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Use flare nut crowfoot and torque wrench when removing and
installing brake tube.

When installing brake piping, be sure to check torque.

Before working, turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the
connectors of ABS actuator and control unit or the battery nega-
tive terminal.

Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing
drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal
occurs at very low mileage.
Refer to BR-38, "
Brake Burnishing Procedure" .
WARNING:
Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with a dust collector.SBR686C

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BRAKE FLUID
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On-Vehicle InspectionNFS00008
LEVEL CHECK

Check that the fluid level in the reservoir tank is within the stan-
dard (between MAX and MIN lines).

Visually check around the reservoir tank for fluid leaks.

If fluid level is excessively low, check brake system for leaks.

If warning lamp remains illuminated after parking lever is
released, check brake system for fluid leakage.
Drain and RefillNFS00009
CAUTION:

Refill with new brake fluid “DOT3”.

Do not reuse drained brake fluid.

Do not let brake fluid come in contact with painted surfaces on the body. This might damage the
paint, so if it does come in contact, immediately wipe area and wash off with water.
1. Connect a vinyl tube to bleed valve.
2. Depress the brake pedal, loosen the bleed valve, and gradually
remove the brake fluid.
3. Before working, turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the
connectors of ABS actuator and control unit or battery negative
terminal.
4. Make sure there is no foreign material in the reservoir tank, and
refill with new brake fluid.
5. Rest foot on brake pedal. Loosen bleed valve. Slowly depress
pedal until it stops. Tighten bleed valve. Release brake pedal.
Repeat this process a few times, then pause to add new brake
fluid to master cylinder. Continue until new brake fluid flows out.
Bleed Air. Refer to BR-11, "
Bleeding Brake System" .
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FRONT DISC BRAKE
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OTHER THAN BREMBO CALIPERS
WARNING:
Clean dust on caliper and brake pad with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne
particles or other materials.
CAUTION:

While removing cylinder body, do not depress brake pedal because piston will pop out.

It is not necessary to remove torque member mounting bolts on torque member and brake hose
except for disassembly or replacement of caliper assembly. In this case, hang cylinder body with a
wire so that brake hose is not under tension.

Do not damage piston boot.

If any shim is subject to serious corrosion, replace it with a new one.

Always replace shim and shim covers as a set when replacing brake pads.

Keep disc rotor clean of brake fluid.

Burnish the brake pads and disc rotor mutually contacting surfaces after refinishing or replacing
rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage. Refer to BR-38, "
Brake
Burnishing Procedure" .
1. Union bolt 2. Copper washer 3. Brake hose
4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Sliding pin bolt
7. Piston seal 8. Piston 9. Piston boot
10. Cylinder body 11. Sliding pin 12. Torque member mounting bolt
13. Washer 14. Sliding pin boot 15. Bushing
16. Torque member 17. inner shim cover 18. inner shim
19. Inner pad 20. Pad retainer 21. Pad wear sensor
22. Outer pad 23. Outer shim 24. Outer shim cover
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
1: Apply rubber grease.
2: Apply PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease or silicone-based grease.
3: Apply polyglycol ether based lubricant.
: Apply brake fluid.
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BR-28
FRONT DISC BRAKE
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WITH BREMBO CALIPERS
NOTE:
Refer to BR-30, "
HOW TO APPLY GREASE TO THE BRAKE PAD" for how to apply grease to brake pads.
WARNING:
Clean dust on caliper and brake pad with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne
particles or other materials.
CAUTION:

While the brake pad and cylinder body are separated, the piston may suddenly jump out, so do not
depress the brake pedal.

Apart from caliper assembly, disassembly or replacement, there is no need to remove caliper bolts
or brake hose or tube.

Do not damage piston boot.

Keep disc rotor clean of brake fluid.
1. Piston 2. Piston seal 3. Piston boot
4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Washer
7. Bolt 8. Clips 9. Pad pins
10. Caliper 11. Inner pad 12. Cross spring
13. Outer pad 14. Pad wear sensor
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
1: Apply rubber grease.
2: Apply polyglycol ether based lubricant.
: Apply brake fluid.
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BR-40
REAR DISC BRAKE
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ComponentsNFS00010
OTHER THAN BREMBO CALIPERS
WARNING:
Clean dust on caliper and brake pad with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne
particles or other materials.
CAUTION:

While removing cylinder body, never depress the brake pedal because the piston will pop out.

It is not necessary to remove bolts on torque member and brake hose except for disassembly or
replacement of the caliper assembly. In this case, hang cylinder body with a wire so as not to
stretch brake hose.

Do not damage piston boot.

If any shim is subject to serious corrosion, replace it with a new one.

Always replace shims and shim covers as a set when replacing brake pads.

Keep disc rotor clean of brake fluid.
1. Union bolt 2. Brake hose 3. Copper washer
4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Sliding pin bolt
7. Cylinder body 8. Piston seal 9. Piston
10. Piston boot 11. Retaining ring 12. Inner shim cover
13. Inner shim 14. Inner pad 15. Pad retainer
16. Outer pad 17. Outer shim 18. Slide pin boot
19. Torque member bolt 20. Bushing 21. Torque member
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
1: Apply rubber grease.
2: Apply PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease or silicone-based grease.
3: Apply polyglycol ether based lubricant.
: Apply brake fluid.
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REAR DISC BRAKE
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WITH BREMBO CALIPERS
NOTE:
Refer to BR-43, "
HOW TO APPLY GREASE TO THE BRAKE PAD" for how to apply grease to brake pads.
WARNING:
Clean dust on caliper and brake pad with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne
particles or other materials.
CAUTION:

While removing cylinder body, never depress the brake pedal because the piston will pop out.

Apart from caliper assembly, disassembly or replacement, there is no need to remove caliper bolts
or brake hose or tube.

Do not damage piston boot.

Always replace shim covers as a set when replacing brake pads.

Keep disc rotor clean of brake fluid.
1. Piston 2. Piston seal 3. Piston boot
4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Bolt
7. Washer 8. Caliper 9. Pad pins
10. Clips 11. Inner shim cover 12. Brake pad
13. Cross spring 14. Pad wear sensor 15. Outer shim cover
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" and the followings for the symbols in the figure.
1: Apply rubber grease.
2: Apply polyglycol ether based lubricant.
: Apply brake fluid.
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