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2 Instruments and controls
Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 28
Cockpit............................................................ 2-2
Instrument panel ................................................ 2-3
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-4
Speedometer and odometer ............................. 2-5
Tachometer ................................................... 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................... 2-6
Fuel gauge ................................................... 2-6
Triple meter .................................................. 2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......... 2-8
Checking bulbs ............................................. 2-8
Warning lights ............................................... 2-9
Indicator lights ............................................. 2-12
Audible reminders ........................................ 2-15
Vehicle information display .................................. 2-16
Indicators for operation .................................. 2-16
Warnings and alerts ...................................... 2-18
Indicators for maintenance .............................. 2-19
Trip computer .............................................. 2-20
Security systems .............................................. 2-25
Vehicle Security System. ................................ 2-25
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................. 2-26
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................... 2-27
Rear window defroster switch ............................. 2-29
Headlight and turn signal switch .......................... 2-29
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-29
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-30 Turn signal switch
........................................ 2-33
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ...................... 2-33
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 2-33
Horn ............................................................. 2-34
Heated seats (if so equipped) ............................. 2-34
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped) ............... 2-36
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ........... 2-37
Power outlet ................................................... 2-37
Storage ......................................................... 2-38
Instrument pocket (except for navigation system
equipped models) ........................................ 2-38
Cup holders ................................................ 2-38
Glove box .................................................. 2-39
Console box ............................................... 2-40
Rear parcel box ........................................... 2-40
Cargo cover (if so equipped) .......................... 2-41
Windows ....................................................... 2-42
Power windows ........................................... 2-42
Interior lights ................................................... 2-44
Map lights .................................................. 2-44
Interior light control switch ............................. 2-44
Vanity mirror lights ............................................ 2-45
Cargo area courtesy light (Roadster models) .......... 2-46
Cargo light (Coupe models) ............................... 2-46
Trunk light (Roadster models) .............................. 2-46
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
SIC4677
WARNINGS AND ALERTS
1. Parking brake release warningThis warning appears when the vehicle speed is
above 4 MPH (7 km/h) and the parking brake is
applied.
2. Low fuel warningThis warning appears when the fuel level in the
tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches the empty (E) position.There is a small reserve of fuel remaining
in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches
the empty (E) position.
3. Low washer fluid warningThis warning appears when the washer tank fluid
is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary.
(See “WINDOW WASHER FLUID” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)4. Door/rear hatch/trunk open warning
(ignition switch is in the ON position)This warning appears if any of the doors and/or
the rear hatch/trunk are open or not closed
securely. The vehicle icon indicates which door
is open on the display.5. Loose fuel cap warningThis warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has
been refueled. (See “FUEL-FILLER CAP” in the
“3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” sec-
tion.)6. “TIMER” indicatorThis indicator appears when the set “TIMER”
indicator activates. You can set the time for up to
6 hours. (See “TRIP COMPUTER” later in this
section.)
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7. Low outside temperature warningThis warning appears if the outside temperature
is below 378F(3 8C) . The warning can be set not
to be displayed. (See “TRIP COMPUTER” later
in this section.)8. SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE)
warningThis warning appears if a system malfunction
occurs. When the warning appears, the S-
MODE function will not operate, but the manual
transmission will operate normally and driving
can be continued. Have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
SIC4237
INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE
1. Engine oil replacement indicatorThis indicator appears when the set time comes
for changing the engine oil. You can set or reset
the distance for changing the engine oil. (See
“TRIP COMPUTER” later in this section.)
2. Oil filter replacement indicatorThis indicator appears when the set time comes
for replacing the oil filter. You can set or reset
the distance for replacing the oil filter. (See
“TRIP COMPUTER” later in this section.)3. Tire replacement indicatorThis indicator appears when the set time comes
for replacing tires. You can set or reset the
distance for replacing tires. (See “TRIP COM-
PUTER” later in this section.)4. “OTHER” indicatorThis indicator appears when the set time comes
for replacing items other than the engine oil, oil
filter and tires. You can set or reset the distance
for replacing the items. (See “TRIP COMPU-
TER” later in this section.)
More maintenance reminders are also available
on the center display. (See “HOW TO USE
INFO BUTTON” in the “4. Center display,
heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems” section.)
Instruments and controls
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
SIC3978
TRIP COMPUTERSwitches for the trip computer are located on
the left side of the combination meter panel. To
operate the trip computer, push the switches as
shown above.*A
ENTER switch
*B
NEXT switch
When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, modes of the trip computer can be
selected by pushing the
switch
*A
.
Each time the
switch
*A
is pushed, the
display will change as follows: Current fuel consumption
?Average fuel
consumption and speed ?Elapsed time and
trip odometer ?Distance to empty ?Outside
air temperature ?Setting ?Warning check
SIC3673
Current fuel consumption (MPG or l
(liter)/100 km)The current fuel consumption mode shows the
current fuel consumption.
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Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 27
SSD0832
Upshift indicator:
The up-shift indicator is located in the tach-
ometer and shows the driver the timing to shift
into a higher gear by illuminating. The use of the
up-shift indicator will help you to upshift at a
constant engine speed from any gear.
The up-shift indicator will start flashing when the
engine speed reaches about 500 rpm before the
set figure while driving, and then illuminate after
the engine speed reaches the set figure.
The engine speed for upshifting can be set on
the vehicle information display. See “TRIP
COMPUTER” in the “2. Instruments and con-
trols” section.There may be a slight difference between
the timing of the up-shift indicator illumi-
nation and the tachometer indication.
Accelerator downshift
— In D (Drive) position —For passing or hill climbing, fully depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the
transmission down into the lower gear, depend-
ing on the vehicle speed.Fail-safeWhen the fail-safe operation occurs, note that
the transmission will be locked in any of the
forward gears according to the condition.
If the vehicle is driven under extreme
conditions, such as excessive wheel spin-
ning and subsequent hard braking, the
fail-safe system may be activated. This will
occur even if all electrical circuits are
functioning properly. In this case, push
the ignition switch to the OFF position and
wait for 3 seconds. Then push the ignition
switch back to the ON position. The vehicle
should return to its normal operating
condition. If it does not return to its normal
operating condition, have a NISSAN dealer
check the transmission and repair if ne-
cessary.
SSD0829
Shift lock releaseIf the battery charge is low or discharged, the
selector lever may not be moved from the P
(Park) position even with the brake pedal
depressed and the selector lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, perform the following
procedure:
1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK
position.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Remove the shift lock cover
*A
using a
suitable tool.
Starting and driving
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SSD0832
Upshift indicatorThe up-shift indicator is located in the tach-
ometer and shows the driver the timing to shift
into a higher gear by illuminating. The use of the
up-shift indicator will help you to upshift at a
constant engine speed from any gear.
The up-shift indicator will start flashing when the
engine speed reaches about 500 rpm before the
set figure while driving, and then illuminate after
the engine speed reaches the set figure.
The engine speed for upshifting can be set on
the vehicle information display. See “TRIP
COMPUTER” in the “2. Instruments and con-
trols” section.There may be a slight difference between
the timing of the up-shift indicator illumi-
nation and the tachometer indication.
Suggested up-shift speedsShown below are suggested vehicle speeds for
shifting into a higher gear. These suggestions
relate to fuel economy and vehicle performance.
Actual up-shift speeds will vary according to
road conditions, the weather and individual
driving habits.
For normal acceleration in low altitude areas
[less than 4,000 ft (1,219 m)]:
Gear change
MPH (km/h)
1st to 2nd 8 (13)
2nd to 3rd 16 (26)
3rd to 4th 25 (40)
4th to 5th 28 (45)
5th to 6th 33 (53)
For quick acceleration in low altitude areas or in
high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219 m)]:
Gear changeMPH (km/h)
1st to 2nd 15 (24)
2nd to 3rd 25 (40)
3rd to 4th 40 (64)
4th to 5th 45 (72)
5th to 6th 50 (80)
Starting and driving
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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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10-4
Headlight switch............................... 2-30
Headlights bulb replacement ................. 8-27
Indicator lights ................................. 2-12
Interior light control switch .................... 2-44
Interior lights ................................... 2-44
Map lights ...................................... 2-44
Replacement ................................... 8-25
Trunk light ...................................... 2-46
Vanity mirror lights ............................. 2-45
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ......................................... 2-9
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-29
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement . . . 8-27
Loading information
(See vehicle loading information) ................. 9-18
Lock Automatic door locks ............................ 3-5
Door locks ........................................ 3-4
Power door lock ................................. 3-4
Rear hatch lock ................................ 3-17
Trunk lid ........................................ 3-19
Locking with mechanical key ........................ 3-4
Low tire pressure warning light ................... 2-10
Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) .............. 5-3
M
Maintenance Battery .......................................... 8-14
General maintenance ............................ 8-2
Indicators for maintenance .................... 2-19
Inside the vehicle ................................ 8-3
Maintenance precautions ........................ 8-5
Maintenance requirements ...................... 8-2 Outside the vehicle
.............................. 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ......................... 1-14
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) .................. 2-13
Manual front seat adjustment ....................... 1-4
Map lights .......................................... 2-44
Master warning light ............................... 2-11
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ............ 3-3
Meter Trip computer .................................. 2-20
Meters and gauges .................................. 2-4
Instrument brightness control ................. 2-32
Mirror Inside mirror .................................... 3-37
Outside mirrors ................................ 3-38
Vanity mirror .................................... 3-39
Multi-function controller ............................. 4-3
N
New vehicle break-in .............................. 5-23
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ............. 2-26
NISSAN voice recognition system ............... 4-104
No key warning .................................... 2-17
O
Odometer ............................................. 2-5
Off-road recovery .................................... 5-6
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................... 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ................. 8-10
Checking engine oil level ........................ 8-9
Engine oil ......................................... 8-9
Engine oil viscosity .............................. 9-6 Oil filter replacement indicator
................ 2-19
Opening the soft top .............................. 3-21
Operation, Indicators for operation ............... 2-16
Outside mirrors .................................... 3-38
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ............... 6-15
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information .......................................... 9-25
P
Panic alarm ......................................... 3-14
Parking Brake break-in .................................. 5-26
Parking brake operation ....................... 5-20
Parking on hills ................................. 5-24
Performance dampers ............................. 5-30
Phone Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .............. 4-80
Bluetooth®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .......... 4-91
Car phone or CB radio ........................ 4-80
Power Front seat adjustment ........................... 1-3
Power door lock ................................. 3-4
Power outlet .................................... 2-37
Power steering fluid ........................... 8-12
Power steering system ........................ 5-25
Power windows ................................ 2-42
Precautions Audio operation ................................ 4-30
Braking precautions ........................... 5-25
Child restraints ................................. 1-17
Cruise control .................................. 5-21
Cruise control operations ..................... 5-17
Model "Z34-D" EDITED: 2010/ 7/ 28