2008 NISSAN 350Z wheel

Push the switch (located on the front part of the
center console) on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights will flash.
Some state or provincial laws may prohibit
the use of the hazard warning flasher
switch while driving.
WARNING

If stopping for an emergency, be sure
to move the vehicle well off the road.
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.
SIC2475
SIC2195
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCHHORN
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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 VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch (located on the lower side of the instru-
ment panel). The
indicator light will come
on.
Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart theengine 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 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.
SIC1881
SIC1967
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL
(VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so
equipped)TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
(TCS) OFF SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsKeys ......................................................................................... 3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys ................ 3-2
Doors ....................................................................................... 3-3
Locking with key ............................................................. 3-3
Locking with inside lock knob ..................................... 3-4
Locking with power door lock switch ....................... 3-4
Remote keyless entry system ............................................ 3-5
How to use remote keyless entry system ................ 3-5
Hood ........................................................................................ 3-8
Rear hatch (Coupe models) .............................................. 3-9
Opener operation ........................................................... 3-9
Secondary rear hatch release .................................... 3-10
Trunk lid (Roadster models) ............................................ 3-10
Opener operation ......................................................... 3-10
Interior trunk lid release ............................................... 3-11
Secondary trunk lid release ........................................ 3-12
Soft top (Roadster models) .............................................. 3-13Before operating the top ............................................. 3-13
When operating the top .............................................. 3-15
Opening the top ............................................................ 3-18
Closing the top .............................................................. 3-19
If the top does not open or close electrically ........ 3-19
Care of the soft top and the vehicle body.............. 3-22
Fuel-filler door ..................................................................... 3-23
Opener operation ......................................................... 3-23
Fuel-filler cap ................................................................. 3-23
Steering wheel .................................................................... 3-25
Tilt operation .................................................................. 3-25
Sun visors.............................................................................. 3-25
Mirrors ................................................................................... 3-26
Inside mirror .................................................................... 3-26
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror
(if so equipped) ............................................................ 3-26
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TILT OPERATIONPush the lock lever down and adjust the steering
wheel up or down to the desired position.
Push the lock lever up securely to lock the
steering wheel in place.
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident.1. To block out glare from the front, swing down
the main sun visor
1.
2. To block glare from the side, remove the main
sun visor from the center mount and swing it
to the side
2.
3. To use the extension sun visor
3
(if so
equipped), pull it out from the main sun visor
as shown.
CAUTION
Do not store the main sun visor before
storing the extension sun visor.
SPA2314
SPA2176
STEERING WHEEL SUN VISORS
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4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner and
audio systemsSafety note .............................................................................. 4-2
Control panel buttons — with navigation system .......... 4-2
Names of the components ............................................ 4-2
How to use joystick and “ENTER” button ................. 4-3
How to use “BACK” button .......................................... 4-3
Setting up the start-up screen ..................................... 4-3
How to use “INFO” button ............................................ 4-3
How to use “SETTING” button .................................... 4-5
How to use the “
” button.................................... 4-8
Ventilators ............................................................................... 4-8
Center ventilators ............................................................ 4-8
Side ventilators ................................................................ 4-8
Heater and air conditioner (Automatic) .......................... 4-9
Automatic operation .................................................... 4-10
Manual operation .......................................................... 4-10
Operating tips ............................................................... 4-11
Servicing air conditioner .................................................. 4-12
Audio system ....................................................................... 4-12
Radio ............................................................................... 4-12
FM radio reception ...................................................... 4-13AM radio reception ...................................................... 4-13
Satellite (SAT) radio reception (if so equipped) ... 4-13
Audio operation precautions ..................................... 4-14
FM-AM radio with compact disc (CD) player ...... 4-19
FM-AM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer ........................................................................... 4-23
CD care and cleaning ................................................. 4-29
Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so
equipped)......................................................................... 4-29
Antenna ........................................................................... 4-30
Car phone or CB radio .................................................... 4-31
Bluetooth
Hands-Free Phone System with
NISSAN voice recognition (if so equipped) ............... 4-31
Using the system ........................................................... 4-33
Control buttons .............................................................. 4-35
Getting started ............................................................... 4-35
List of voice commands ............................................... 4-37
Speaker adaptation (SA) mode ................................. 4-42
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CD CARE AND CLEANING
Handle a CD by its edges. Never touch the
surface of the disc. Do not bend the disc.

Always place the discs in the storage case
when they are not being used.

To clean a disc, wipe the surface from the
center to the outer edge using a clean, soft
cloth. Do not wipe the disc using a circular
motion.
Do not use a conventional record cleaner or
alcohol intended for industrial use.

A new disc may be rough on its inner and
outer edges. Remove the rough edges using
the side of a pen or pencil as illustrated.1. VOLUME control switch
2. MODE select switch
3. POWER on/off switch
4. Tuning switch
5. POWER on/MODE select switch
STEERING WHEEL SWITCH FOR
AUDIO CONTROL (if so equipped)The audio system can be operated using the
controls on the steering wheel.POWER on/off switch (for Type A)With the ignition switch turned to the ACC or
ON position, push the POWER on/off switch to
turn the audio system on or off.POWER on/MODE select switch
(for Type B)With the ignition switch turned to the ACC or
ON position, push the POWER on/MODE se-
lect switch to turn the audio system on. Push the
switch to change the mode in the sequence of
AM, FM1, FM2, SAT (if so equipped) and CD.MODE select switch (for Type A)Push the MODE select switch to change the
mode.
SAA0451
SAA1300
Type A
SAA1698
Type B
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Bluetooth
wireless connection, the battery
power of the cellular phone may discharge
quicker than usual.
If the Bluetooth
Hands-Free Phone System
seems to be malfunctioning, see “Troubleshoot-
ing guide” later in this section. You can also visit
www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth for troubleshoot-
ing help.
Some cellular phones or other devices may
cause interference or a buzzing noise to come
from the audio system speakers. Storing the
device in a different location may reduce or
eliminate the noise.
Refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual
regarding the telephone charges, cellular phone
antenna and body, etc.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 8 in (20cm) between the radiator and your body. This
Transmitter must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or trans-
mitter.
USING THE SYSTEMThe NISSAN Voice Recognition system allows
hands-free operation of the Bluetooth
Hands-
Free Phone System.
If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may
not be available so full attention may be given to
vehicle operation.
InitializationWhen the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, NISSAN Voice Recognition is initial-
ized, which takes a few seconds. When com-
pleted, the amber light on the overhead console
illuminates and the system is ready to accept
voice commands. If the
button is pushed
before the initialization completes, the system
will announce “Hands-free phone system not
ready” and will not react to voice commands.
Operating tipsTo get the best performance out of the NISSAN
Voice Recognition system, observe the follow-
ing:

Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet aspossible. Close the windows to eliminate
surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration
sounds, etc.), which may prevent the system
from recognizing voice commands correctly.


Wait until the tone sounds before speaking a
command. Otherwise, the command will not be
received properly.

Start speaking a command within 5 seconds
after the tone sounds.

Speak in a natural voice without pausing
between words.Giving voice commandsTo operate NISSAN Voice Recognition, push
and release the
button located on the
steering wheel. The light on the overhead con-
sole flashes to signal you have entered a voice
recognition (VR) session. After the tone sounds,
speak a command.
The command given is picked up by the micro-
phone, and voice feedback is given when the
command is accepted.

If you need to hear the available commands
for the current menu again, say “Help” and
the system will repeat them.

If a command is not recognized, the system
announces, “Command not recognized.
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Please try again.” Repeat the command in a
clear voice.

If you want to go back to the previous
command, you can say “Go back” or “Cor-
rection” anytime the system is waiting for a
response.

You can cancel a command when the system
is waiting for a response by saying, “Cancel”
or “Quit.” The system announces “Cancel”
and ends the VR session. You can also push
the
button on the steering wheel at any
time. Whenever the VR session is cancelled,
a double beep is played to indicate you have
exited the system.

If you want to adjust the volume of the voice
feedback, push the volume control switch (+
or −) on the steering wheel while being
provided with feedback. You can also use the
radio volume control knob.
How to say numbers
NISSAN Voice Recognition requires a certain
way to speak numbers in voice commands. Refer
to the rules and examples below.

Either “zero” or “oh” can be used for “0”.
Example: 1-800-662-6200
— “One eight oh oh six six two six two oh
oh”, or— “One eight zero zero six six two six two oh
oh”

Words can be used for the first 4 digits
places only.
Example: 1-800-662-6200
— “One eight hundred six six two six two oh
oh”,
— NOT “One eight hundred six six two sixty
two hundred, and
— NOT “One eight oh oh six six two sixty two
hundred.

Numbers can be spoken in small groups. The
system will prompt you to continuing entering
digits, if desired.
Example: 1-800-662-6200
— “One eight oh oh”
The system repeats the numbers and
prompts you to enter more.
— “six six two”
The system repeats the numbers and
prompts you to enter more.
— “six two oh oh”

You can say “Star” for * and “Pound” for # at
anytime in any position of the phone number.Example: 1-555-1212 *123
— “One five five five one two one two star
one two three”
NOTE:
For best results, say phone numbers as
single digits.
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