2012 NISSAN 370Z COUPE open hood

8-16Maintenance and do-it-yourself
.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, 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. Do
not 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.
BATTERY

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REPLACING
Replace 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
*1while
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.
SDI2362
Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle*A.
This may cause improper windshield washer
operation. If the nozzle is clogged, remove any
objects with a needle or small pin
*B.Be
careful not to damage the nozzle.
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2. Open the engine hood and remove thecover 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 links
If 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.
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Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver.................................................. 2-49
Gas cap......................................................................... 3-34
Gauge .............................................................................. 2-5 Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-7
Fuel gauge................................................................ 2-7
Odometer.................................................................. 2-6
Speedometer............................................................ 2-6
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-6
Trip computer........................................................ 2-22
General maintenance ................................................... 8-3
Glove box...................................................................... 2-41
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Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system)............................. 4-81
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ....................... 4-91
Hatch, Rear hatch....................................................... 3-16
Hazard warning flasher switch................................. 2-35
Head restraints .............................................................. 1-5
Headlights Bulb replacement................................................. 8-29
Headlight switch................................................... 2-32
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-31
Heated seats................................................................ 2-36
Heater Engine block heater............................................. 5-32
Heater and air conditioner operation.............. 4-24
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ........................... 2-49
Hood release................................................................ 3-16
Horn................................................................................ 2-36
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Ignition switch (Push-button) ........................................................... 5-8
Manual transmission models............................. 5-16
Immobilizer system...................................................... 2-28
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-30
Indicator lights.............................................................. 2-14
INFO button.................................................................... 4-8
Inside mirror.................................................................. 3-37
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .......................... 9-23
Instrument brightness control .................................. 2-34
Instrument panel............................................................ 2-4
Instrument pocket ....................................................... 2-40
Intelligent Key................................................................. 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator............ 2-19
Intelligent Key removal indicator.............................. 2-18
Intelligent Key system .................................................. 3-6 Battery replacement ............................................ 8-25
Intelligent Key system warning light................ 2-11
Key operating range ............................................... 3-8
Key operation ........................................................... 3-9
Warning signals.................................................... 3-11
Interior light control switch ....................................... 2-47
Interior light replacement........................................... 8-29
Interior lights................................................................. 2-46
Interior trunk lid release............................................. 3-19
iPod
®player operation............................................... 4-68
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Jump starting................................................................ 6-14
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Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system)................................................................ 3-13
Keys.................................................................................. 3-2 For Intelligent Key system..................................... 3-6
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LabelsAir bag warning labels........................................ 1-40
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 ....... 8-32, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ................. 9-11
License plate, Installing front license plate .......... 9-14
Light Air bag warning light........................................... 1-41
Bulb replacement................................................. 8-27
Cargo area courtesy light .................................. 2-48
Cargo light............................................................. 2-48
Fog light switch.................................................... 2-35
Headlight switch................................................... 2-32
Headlights bulb replacement............................ 8-29
Indicator lights....................................................... 2-14
Interior light control switch ................................ 2-47
Interior lights.......................................................... 2-46
Map lights .............................................................. 2-46
Replacement.......................................................... 8-27
Trunk light............................................................... 2-49
Vanity mirror lights ............................................... 2-48
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders................................................. 2-10
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-31
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