2011 NISSAN 370Z COUPE open hood

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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
In order to maintain the appearance of your
vehicle, it is important to take proper care of it.
To protect the paint surface, wash your vehicle
as soon as you can:
.after a rainfall to prevent possible damage
from acid rain
. after driving on coastal roads
. when contaminants such as soot, bird
droppings, tree sap, metal particles or bugs
get on the paint surface
. when dust or mud builds up on the surface
Whenever possible, store or park your vehicle
inside a garage or in a covered area.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in a
shady area or protect the vehicle with a body
cover.
Be careful not to scratch the paint surface
when putting on or removing the body
cover.WASHINGWash dirt off the vehicle with a wet sponge and
plenty of water. Clean the vehicle thoroughly
using a mild soap, a special vehicle soap or
general purpose dishwashing liquid mixed with
clean, lukewarm (never hot) water.
CAUTION
. Do not use car washes that use acid
in the detergent. Some car washes,
especially brushless ones, use some
acid for cleaning. The acid may react
with some plastic vehicle compo-
nents, causing them to crack. This
could affect their appearance, and
also could cause them not to func-
tion properly. Always check with
your car wash to confirm that acid
is not used.
. Do not wash the vehicle with strong
household soap, strong chemical
detergents, gasoline or solvents.
. Do not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight or while the vehicle body is
hot, as the surface may become
water-spotted.
. Avoid using tight-napped or rough
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
must be taken when removing
caked-on dirt or other foreign sub-
stances so the paint surface is not
scratched or damaged. .
For Roadster models, observe the
following:
.
Do not use an automatic car wash
or a high pressure car wash. The
soft top may be damaged.
.
Avoid applying direct water pres-sure,suchashighpressured
water from household hoses, on
the lining of the soft top and
vehicle body. Avoid applying con-
tinuous water on the parts around
the soft top and the windows.
These may cause water to leak
into the inside of your vehicle.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of clean
water.
Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable to
the effects of road salt. Therefore, these areas
must be regularly cleaned. Make sure that the
drain holes in the lower edge of the door are
open. Spray water under the body and in the
wheel wells to loosen the dirt and wash away
road salt.
Avoid leaving water spots on the paint surface
by using a damp chamois to dry the vehicle.
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Appearance and care

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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
Your new NISSAN has been designed to have
minimum maintenance requirements with long
service intervals to save you both time and
money. However, some day-to-day and regular
maintenance is essential to maintain your
NISSAN’s fine mechanical condition, as well
as its emission and engine performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that
the scheduled maintenance, as well as general
maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who
can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper
maintenance care. You are a vital link in the
maintenance chain.SCHEDULED MAINTENANCEFor your convenience, both required and op-
tional scheduled maintenance items are de-
scribed and listed in your “NISSAN Service and
Maintenance Guide”. You must refer to that
guide to ensure that necessary maintenance is
performed on your NISSAN at regular intervals.GENERAL MAINTENANCEGeneral maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal day-
to-day operation. They are essential for proper
vehicle operation. It is your responsibility to
perform these procedures regularly as pre-
scribed.Performing general maintenance checks re-
quires minimal mechanical skill and only a few
general automotive tools.
These checks or inspections can be done by
yourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer, a
NISSAN dealer.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICEIf maintenance service is required or your vehicle
appears to malfunction, have the systems
checked and serviced by a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists
and are kept up to date with the latest service
information through technical bulletins, service
tips, and in-dealership information systems.
They are completely qualified to work on
NISSAN vehicles
beforework begins.
You can be confident that a NISSAN dealer’s
service department performs the best job to
meet the maintenance requirements on your
vehicle — in a reliable and economical way. During the normal day-to-day operation of the
vehicle, general maintenance should be per-
formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If
you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or
smell, be sure to check for the cause or have a
NISSAN dealer do it promptly. In addition, you
should notify a NISSAN dealer if you think that
repairs are required.
When performing any checks or maintenance
work, see “MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS”
later in this section.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMSAdditional information on the following
items with “*” is found later in this section.Outside the vehicleThe maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Doors and engine hood:
Check that all doors
and the engine hood, operate properly. Also
ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENT GENERAL MAINTENANCE8-2
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
SDI2349
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodi-
cally. Add window washer fluid when the low
window washer fluid warning light comes on.
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the
cap off the reservoir tank and pour the window
washer fluid into the tank opening.
Add a washer solvent to the water for better
cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield
washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for the mixture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving
conditions require an increased amount of
window washer fluid.Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind-
shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
freeze or equivalent.
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
reservoir tank with washer fluid
concentrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
window washer reservoir tank.
. Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the window washer
reservoir tank. Do not use the
window washer reservoir tank to
mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water. .
Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
. If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the negative ( ) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharging it.
CAUTION
When the battery cable is removed from
the battery terminal, do not close either
of front doors. The automatic window
adjusting function will not work, and
the side roof panel may be damaged.
To disconnect the negative ( ) battery terminal,
perform the procedure in the following order.
Otherwise, the window and the side roof panel
may contact and be damaged.
1. Close the windows.
2. Open the hood.
3. Close and lock all the doors.
4. Disconnect the negative ( ) battery terminal.
5. Securely close the hood.
To connect the negative ( ) battery terminal,
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
perform the procedure in the following order.
Otherwise, the window and the side roof panel
may contact and be damaged.
1. Unlock and open the driver side door. Donot close the door.
2. Open the hood.
3. Connect the negative ( ) battery terminal.
Then close the hood.
4. Fully open the driver side door window.
5. Close the driver side door and the window.
WARNING
. Do not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. After touching a
battery or battery cap, do not touch
or rub your eyes. Thoroughly wash
your hands. If the acid contacts your
eyes, skin or clothing, immediately
flush with water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical attention.
. Do not operate the vehicle if the
fluid in the battery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a higher load
on the battery which can generate
heat, reduce battery life, and in
some cases lead to an explosion.
. When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.
. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
. Keep the battery out of the reach of
children.
DI0137MF
Check the fluid level in each cell (Remove the
battery cover if it is necessary) . It should be
between the UPPER LEVEL
*1
and LOWER
LEVEL
*2
lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level to the indicator in each
filler opening. Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell plugs
*3.
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
CLEANINGIf your windshield is not clear after using the
windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters
when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form when
rinsing with clear water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild detergent.
Then rinse the blade with clear water. If your
windshield is still not clear after cleaning the
blades and using the wiper, replace the blades.
CAUTION
Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.
SDI2359
REPLACINGReplace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Push the release tab
*A
, and then move the
wiper blade down the wiper arm
*1
while
pushing the release tab to remove.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds.
4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove.
CAUTION
.After wiper blade replacement, re-
turn the wiper arm to its original
position;
otherwise it may be damaged when
the hood is opened.
. Make sure the wiper blades contact
the glass; otherwise the arm may be
damaged from wind pressure.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
SDI1479A
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 is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the headlight
switch is turned to OFF. 2. Open the engine hood and remove the
cover on the battery and the fuse/fusible link
holder.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller located in the passenger compartment fuse box.
SDI1754
5. If the fuse is open
*A
, replace it with a new
fuse
*B. Spare fuses are stored in the
passenger compartment fuse box.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN
dealer.
Fusible linksIf any electrical equipment does not operate and
fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
links. If any of these fusible links are melted,
replace only with genuine NISSAN parts.
FUSES
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FuelCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................... 9-2
Fuel economy .................................. 5-23
Fuel economy information (display) ............. 4-8
Fuel octane rating ................................ 9-4
Fuel recommendation ............................ 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ................................... 3-34
Fuel-filler door .................................. 3-34
Gauge ............................................ 2-6
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning .................. 3-35
Fuses ............................................... 8-21
Fusible links ........................................ 8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
®Universal
Transceiver ......................................... 2-47
Gas cap ............................................ 3-34
Gauge ................................................ 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-6
Fuel gauge ....................................... 2-6
Odometer ......................................... 2-5
Speedometer ..................................... 2-5
Tachometer ....................................... 2-5
Trip computer .................................. 2-20
General maintenance ................................ 8-2
Glove box. .......................................... 2-39
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-80
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
®
(models without navigation system) .............. 4-91
Hatch, Rear hatch ................................. 3-17 Hazard warning flasher switch
.................... 2-33
Head restraints ....................................... 1-5
Headlights Bulb replacement .............................. 8-27
Headlight switch ............................... 2-30
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-29
Heated seats ....................................... 2-34
Heater Engine block heater ........................... 5-32
Heater and air conditioner operation ......... 4-24
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-47
Hood release ....................................... 3-16
Horn ................................................ 2-34
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) .................................... 5-7
Manual transmission models .................. 5-16
Immobilizer system ................................. 2-26
In-cabin microfilter ................................. 4-29
Indicator lights ..................................... 2-12
INFO button .......................................... 4-6
Inside mirror ........................................ 3-37
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ................ 9-24
Instrument brightness control ..................... 2-32
Instrument panel ..................................... 2-3
Instrument pocket .................................. 2-38
Intelligent Key ........................................ 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ....... 2-17
Intelligent Key removal indicator .................. 2-17
Intelligent Key system ............................... 3-6
Battery replacement ........................... 8-23
Intelligent Key system warning light .......... 2-10
Key operating range ............................. 3-8 Key operation
.................................... 3-9
Warning signals ................................ 3-11
Interior light control switch ........................ 2-44
Interior light replacement .......................... 8-27
Interior lights ....................................... 2-44
Interior trunk lid release ........................... 3-20
iPod
®player operation ............................. 4-67
J
Jump starting ....................................... 6-13
K
Keyless entry
(See remote keyless entry system) ............... 3-13
Keys................................................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system ....................... 3-6
L
Labels Air bag warning labels ......................... 1-38
Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-13
Emission control information label ............ 9-12
Engine serial number .......................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ..... 9-12
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-30, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ........... 9-11
License plate, Installing front license plate. ...... 9-14
Light Air bag warning light .......................... 1-38
Bulb replacement .............................. 8-25
Cargo area courtesy light ..................... 2-46
Cargo light ..................................... 2-46
Fog light switch ................................ 2-33
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 28