2011 NISSAN 370Z COUPE maintenance

Black plate (365,1)
Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
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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.
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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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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2011/ 1/ 21
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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 is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the headlight
switch is turned to OFF. 2. Open the fuse box lid.
3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller
*A
.
4. If the fuse is open, replace it with a new fuse. Spare fuses 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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Extended storage switch (if so equipped)To reduce battery drain, the extended storage
switch comes from the factory switched off.
Prior to delivery of your vehicle, the switch is
pushed in (switched on) and should always
remain on.
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
remove the extended storage switch and check
for an open fuse.
NOTE:
If the extended storage switch malfunc-
tions, or if the fuse is open, it is not
necessary to replace the switch. In this
case, remove the extended storage switch
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and replace it with a new fuse of the same
rating.
How to remove the extended storage
switch:
1. To remove the extended storage switch, besure the ignition switch is in the OFF or
LOCK position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs
*1
found on each
side of the storage switch.
5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box
*2.
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CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to
swallow the battery and removed parts. Replace the battery as follows:
1. Remove the mechanical key from the key.
2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slit of the
corner and twist it to separate the upper part
from the lower part. Use a cloth to protect
the casing.
3. Replace the battery with a new one. Recommended battery:
CR2032 or equivalent
.Do not touch the internal circuit and
electric terminals as doing so could
cause a malfunction.
. Hold the battery by the edges. Holding
the battery across the contact points will
seriously deplete the storage capacity.
. Make sure that the +side faces the
bottom case.INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
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4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts
*1, and then push them together until it is
securely closed
*2.
5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See a NISSAN dealer if you need any assistance
for replacement.
FCC Notice:
For USA:
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 interfer- ence received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Note: Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, in-
cluding interference that may cause un-
desired operation of the device.
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
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COUPE1. Headlight (high- and low-beam)
2. Map light
3. Front park light
4. Front side marker light
5. Front turn signal light
6. Side turn signal light
7. High-mounted stop light
8. Cargo light
9. Rear combination light (rear turn signal/tail/stop/side marker/back-up light)
10. License plate light
11. Rear fog light (if so equipped)
LIGHTS
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
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ROADSTER1. Headlight (high- and low-beam)
2. Map light
3. Front park light
4. Front side marker light
5. Front turn signal light
6. Side turn signal light
7. High-mounted stop light
8. Trunk light
9. Cargo area courtesy light
10. Rear combination light (rear turn signal/tail/stop/side marker/back-up light)
11. License plate light
12. Rear fog light (if so equipped)
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
HEADLIGHTSFog 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.Replacing
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” section.
Use the same number and wattage shown in the
following chart as originally installed.
If replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTSItem Wattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight* High/Low beams (Xenon) 35D2S
Front turn signal light* 28/87444NA
Front park light* 5W5W
Front side marker light* LED—
Side turn signal light* LED—
Rear combination light* back-up 16W16W
turn signal 21WY21W
stop/tail/side marker LED—
Rear fog light (if so equipped)* 21T20
License plate light* 5T10
Map light 8—
Vanity mirror light 2—
Cargo area courtesy light (Roadster)* 5—
Cargo light (Coupe)* 3.4—
Trunk light (Roadster)* 3.4—
High-mounted stop light* LED
—
*: See a NISSAN dealer for replacement.
NOTE: Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest information about parts.
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Replacement proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C, D, E or F.
When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens
and/or cover.
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Map light
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Vanity mirror light
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