2007 NISSAN 350Z light

For additional brake and clutch fluid information,
refer to “Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” in the “9. Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual.
WARNING

Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
and clutch systems. Do not add syn-
thetic brake fluid. The use of im-
proper fluids can damage the brake
system and affect the vehicle’s stop-
ping ability.

Be sure to clean the filler cap before
removing.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, immediately wash the
surface with water.
BRAKE FLUIDCheck the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line
2or the brake warning light
comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid or equivalentDOT 3fluid up to
the MAX line
1. If fluid must be added fre-
quently, the system should be thoroughly
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
CLUTCH FLUIDCheck the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid
level is below the MIN line
2, add Genuine
NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or
equivalentDOT 3fluid up to the MAX line
1.
If fluid is added frequently, the system should be
thoroughly checked by a NISSAN dealer.
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Add fluid when the low washer fluid warning light
comes on.
Add a washer solvent to the washer fluid for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield washer anti-freeze. Follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions for the mixture ratio.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind-
shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
freeze or equivalent.
WARNING
Anti-freeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.
CAUTION

Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the
paint.

Do not fill the window washer reser-
voir tank with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl
alcohol based washer fluid concen-
trates may permanently stain the
grille if spilled while filling the win-
dow washer reservoir tank.

Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommended levels before pouring the
fluid into the window washer reser-
voir tank. Do not use the windowwasher reservoir tank to mix the
washer fluid concentrate and water.
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If necessary, clean the windshield washer
nozzle
A
with a needle or small pin
B.
*1: Only for passenger’s side wiper arm
*2: Adjustable washer nozzlesIf the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.
SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKESYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the
brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
See a NISSAN dealer for a brake system
check if the brake pedal height does not
return to normal.BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATORSThe disc brake pads on your vehicle have au-
dible wear indicators. When a brake pad re-
quires replacement, it will make a high pitched
scraping or screeching sound when the vehicle
is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is
depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as
possible if the wear indicator sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions, occa-
sional brake squeak, squeal or other noise may
be heard. Occasional brake noise during light to
moderate stops is normal and does not affectthe function or performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information, see the
appropriate maintenance log shown in the
NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.
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BRAKES
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Some vehicles are equipped with engine com-
partment and passenger compartment fuse
boxes that use only type
A
fuses. Other ve-
hicles are equipped with typeA
fuses in the
engine compartment fuse box and type
Bfuses
in the passenger compartment fuse box.
Type
Afuses are provided as spare fuses. They
are stored in the passenger compartment fuse
box.
Type
A
fuses can be installed in the engine
compartment and passenger compartment fuse
boxes.If a type
A
fuse is used to replace a type
B
fuse, the type
A
fuse will not be level with the
fuse pocket as shown in the illustration. This will
not affect the performance of the fuse. Make
sure the fuse is installed in the fuse box securely.
Type
B
fuses cannot be installed in the under-
hood fuse boxes. Only use type
A
fuses in the
underhood fuse boxes.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and headlight
switch are OFF.
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FUSES
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight
switch are OFF.2. Open the fuse box lid
1.
3. Pinch the fuse perpendicularly with the fuse
puller
2
and pull it out.4. If the fuse is open
A, replace it with a new
fuse
B. Spare fuses
3
are stored in the
fuse box.
5. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical
system checked and repaired by a NISSAN
dealer.
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1
Front view
1. Headlight (low-beam, high-beam)
2. Spot light
3. Front park light
4. Front turn signal light
5. Front side marker light2
Rear view (Coupe),
3
Rear view (Roadster)
6. Luggage compartment light (Coupe) or Trunk
light (Roadster)
7. High-mounted stop light
8. Rear combination light
(Side marker, Stop/Tail)
9. License plate lights
10. Rear combination light
(Back-up, Turn signal)
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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. Always have your xe-
non headlights replaced at a NISSAN
dealer. For additional information, see
“Headlight and turn signal switch” in
the “2. Instruments and controls” sec-
tion.
CAUTION
Use the same number and wattage as
originally installed:
Bulb no. (Wattage)
D2S (35W) - Xenon low/high-beam
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the
exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A
temperature difference between the inside and
the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is not
a malfunction. If large drops of water collect
inside the lens, contact a NISSAN dealer.
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W) BulbNo.
Front turn signal light* 28/8 3457NA
Front park light* 5 T10
Front side marker light* (LED) —
Rear combination light (Upper)
Stop/Tail* (LED) —
Side marker* (LED) —
Rear combination light (Lower)
Back-up* 21 T20
Turn signal* 21 T20
License plate light (x 2) 5 T10
High-mounted stop light* (LED) —
Spot light 8 —
Luggage compartment light (Coupe) 5 —
Trunk light (Roadster)* 3.4 —
Vanity mirror light 1.8 —
Cup holder light* 1.1 —
Rear floor box light* 1.4 —
*: See a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
Replacement proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When
replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or
cover.
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