2012 NISSAN 370Z COUPE ABS
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5-28Starting and driving
The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs
and vehicle motion. Under certain driving con-
ditions, the VDC system helps to perform the
following functions.
.Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel
slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is
transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on
the same axle.
. Controls brake pressure and engine output
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
speed (traction control function) .
. Controls brake pressure at individual wheels
and engine output to help the driver maintain
control of the vehicle in the following
conditions:
— understeer (vehicle tends to not follow
the steered path despite increased
steering input)
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain road or driving conditions) .
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain
control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss
of vehicle control in all driving situations.
When the VDC system operates, the VDC
warning light
in the instrument panel flashes
so note the following:
. The road may be slippery or the system may
determine some action is required to help keep the vehicle on the steered path.
. You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
and hear a noise or vibration from under the
hood. This is normal and indicates that the
VDC system is working properly.
. Adjust your speed and driving to the road
conditions.
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light” (P.2-14).
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC
warning light
illuminates in the instrument
panel. The VDC system automatically turns off.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
system. The VDC off indicator
illuminates to
indicate the VDC system is off. When the VDC
switch is used to turn off the system, the VDC
system still operates to prevent one drive wheel
from slipping by transferring power to a non
slipping drive wheel. The VDC warning light
flashes if this occurs. All other VDC functions
are off, and the VDC warning light
will not
flash. The VDC system is automatically reset to
on when the ignition switch is placed in the off
position then back to the on position.
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light” (P.2-14) and “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light” (P.2-16).
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start the engine and move the vehicle forward or in
reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test
occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel
a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and
is not an indication of a malfunction.
WARNING
.
The VDC system is designed to help
the driver maintain stability but
does not prevent accidents due to
abrupt steering operation at high
speeds or by careless or dangerous
driving techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful
when driving and cornering on slip-
pery surfaces and always drive care-
fully.
. Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-
sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs,
stabilizer bars, bushings and
wheels are not NISSAN recom-
mended for your vehicle or are
extremely deteriorated, the VDC
system may not operate properly.
This could adversely affect vehicle
handling performance, and the VDC
warning light
may illuminate.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM
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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
*1found on each
side of the storage switch.
5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box
*2.
SDI2451
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 andelectric terminals as doing so could
cause a malfunction.
.Hold the battery by the edges. Holdingthe battery across the contact points will
seriously deplete the storage capacity.
.Make sure that the +side faces the
bottom case.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-25
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ............................ 5-26
Advanced air bag system ......................................... 1-33
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system .................................. 1-33
Front passenger air bag and status light....... 1-35
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-38
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ............................ 1-38
Air bag warning labels............................................... 1-40
Air bag warning light...................................... 1-41, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter ........................................... 8-19
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation.................................... 4-24
Air conditioner service ........................................ 4-30
Air conditioner specification label.................... 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations....................... 4-30, 9-7
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-30
Air deflectors................................................................ 9-16
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system)........................................................... 2-28
Alcohol, drugs and driving.......................................... 5-7
Antenna.......................................................................... 4-79
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................ 5-26
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light..... 2-10
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ...................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ....................................... 7-5
Audible reminders....................................................... 2-16
Audio operation precautions.................................... 4-31
Audio system................................................................ 4-31 Steering wheel audio controls.......................... 4-77 Autochanger
Compact Disc (CD) ............................................ 4-49
Autolight system.......................................................... 2-32
Automatic Air conditioner (Type A) ..................................... 4-25
Air conditioner (Type B) ..................................... 4-28
Automatic adjusting function
(front windows)..................................................... 2-46
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF).................. 8-13
Door locks................................................................. 3-5
Driving with automatic transmission................ 5-12
AUX (Auxiliary) button.................................... 4-46, 4-51
Auxiliary input jacks .................................................... 4-75
Avoiding collision and rollover ................................... 5-6
B
Battery............................................................................ 8-16 Battery saver system........................................... 2-34
Intelligent Key........................................................ 8-25
Variable voltage control system........................ 8-18
Before starting the engine........................................ 5-11
Belts (See drive belts)............................................... 8-18
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system)............................. 4-81
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ....................... 4-91
Bluetooth
®streaming audio ..................................... 4-63
Booster seats............................................................... 1-24
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ..................... 5-26
Brake and clutch fluid......................................... 8-14
Brake fluid.............................................................. 8-14
Brake system......................................................... 5-25
Parking brake operation ..................................... 5-20
Warning light......................................................... 2-10 Break-in schedule ....................................................... 5-23
Brightness control......................................................... 4-7 Display ON/OFF button ........................................ 4-7
Instrument panel................................................... 2-34
Bulb check/instrument panel ................................... 2-10
Bulb replacement........................................................ 8-27
C
Cabin air filter............................................................... 4-30
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ....... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................................. 4-80
Cargo cover.................................................................. 2-43
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst................... 5-3
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning .............. 4-76
Center multi-function control panel
(models with navigation system)............................... 4-3
Child restraints............................................................. 1-18 Booster seats........................................................ 1-24
Precautions on child restraints......................... 1-18
Top tether strap.................................................... 1-19
Child safety................................................................... 1-15
Chimes Audible reminders................................................ 2-16
Seat belt warning light and chime................... 2-13
Circuit breaker, Fusible link...................................... 8-23
Cleaning exterior and interior............................ 7-2, 7-5
Clock..................................................................... 2-8, 2-25
Clutch fluid.................................................................... 8-14
Cockpit ............................................................................ 2-3
Cold weather driving.................................................. 5-31
Compact Disc (CD) changer (See
audio system)............................................................... 4-49
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system)................................................... 4-45, 4-54
Compact spare tire..................................................... 8-40
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10-6
Three-way catalyst........................................................ 5-3
Tilt steering ................................................................... 3-36
TirePressure, Low tire pressure warning light..... 2-12
Sealant....................................................................... 6-8
Tire replacement indicator ................................. 2-21
Tires Emergency tire puncture repair kit ..................... 6-8
Flat tire....................................................................... 6-2
Low tire pressure warning system...................... 5-3
Spare tire................................................................ 8-40
Tire and Loading information label ....... 8-32, 9-13
Tire chains.............................................................. 8-37
Tire dressing............................................................. 7-5
Tire pressure ......................................................... 8-31
Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) ............................................... 5-3, 6-2
Tire rotation............................................................ 8-38
Types of tires......................................................... 8-36
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 9-21
Wheel/tire size......................................................... 9-9
Wheels and tires.................................................. 8-31
Tonneau cover (see cargo cover)........................... 2-43
Top, Soft top ................................................................ 3-21
Touch screen.................................................................. 4-4
Towing Flat towing ............................................................. 9-20
Tow truck towing.................................................. 6-18
Towing a trailer ..................................................... 9-20
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system................. 5-3
TPMS, Tire pressure warning system...................... 6-2
Trailer towing................................................................ 9-20
Transceiver, HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver.... 2-49
Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF).................. 8-13
Driving with automatic transmission................ 5-12
Driving with manual transmission..................... 5-16 Transmission selector lever lock release........ 5-16
Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system) .... 3-13
Traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country............................................................ 9-11
Trip computer............................................................... 2-22
Trip odometer............................................................... 2-23
Triple meter..................................................................... 2-8
Trunk Interior trunk lid release...................................... 3-19
Light......................................................................... 2-49
Secondary trunk lid release............................... 3-20
Trunk lid .................................................................. 3-18
Trunk release power cancel switch................. 3-19
Turn signal switch ....................................................... 2-35
U
Underbody cleaning ..................................................... 7-4
Uniform tire quality grading ...................................... 9-21
USB memory operation............................................. 4-59
V
Vanity mirror.................................................................. 3-39
Vanity mirror lights ...................................................... 2-48
Variable voltage control system............................... 8-18
Vehicle
Dimensions ............................................................ 9-10
Identification number (VIN)................................ 9-11
Information and settings (models with
navigation system) .................................................. 4-7
Information display............................................... 2-17
Loading information ............................................. 9-17
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) .................. 6-21
Security system .................................................... 2-27
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch..... 2-39
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system.......... 5-28 Ventilators...................................................................... 4-24
Voice command (Bluetooth
®Hands-Free
Phone System) ............................................................ 4-97
Voice command (NISSAN voice
recognition system) ................................................. 4-108
Voltmeter ......................................................................... 2-8
W
Warning Hazard warning flasher switch.......................... 2-35
Lights....................................................................... 2-10
Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) ............................................... 5-3, 6-2
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders.................................................... 2-9
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels................. 1-40
Warning light Air bag warning light................................ 1-41, 2-13
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light.......................................................... 2-10
Brake warning light.............................................. 2-10
Intelligent Key system warning light................ 2-11
Low tire pressure warning light........................ 2-12
Seat belt warning light and chime................... 2-13
Warnings and alerts (vehicle
information display)..................................................... 2-20
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ....... 9-22
Washer switch, Windshield wiper and
washer switch.............................................................. 2-29
Washing........................................................................... 7-2
Waxing............................................................................. 7-4
Wheel/tire size............................................................... 9-9
Wheels and tires......................................................... 8-31 Care of wheels ........................................................ 7-4
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ......................... 7-5
Window washer fluid ................................................. 8-15