2018 NISSAN 370Z engine coolant

0-12Illustrated table of contents
SSI0509
1. ENTER/NEXT switch (P.2-23)
2. Fuel gauge (P.2-8)
3. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-10)
4. Tachometer (P.2-7)
5. Speedometer (P.2-6)
6. Instrument brightness control switch(P.2-37) 7. Vehicle information display (P.2-19)
8. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-7)
9. Transmission position indicator (if so
equipped) (P.2-18)
— SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) in-
dicator (if so equipped) (P.5-18)
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10. Odometer/Twin trip odometer controlknob (P.2-6)
11. Odometer/Twin trip odometer (P.2-6)
12. Engine oil temperature gauge (P.2-8)
13. Voltmeter (P.2-9)
14. Clock (P.2-9, P.2-27)
METERS AND GAUGES

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VQ37VHR ENGINE MODEL
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-18)
2. Battery (P.8-11)
3. Radiator filler cap (P.8-4)
4. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-6)
5. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-6)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-9)7. Clutch fluid reservoir (Manual Transmis-
sion models) (P.8-9)
8. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-8)
9. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-10)
10. Air cleaner (P.8-15)
11. Drive belt location (P.8-14)
12. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-4) 13. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-18)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ........................................................................\
........................... 2-3
Instrument panel ........................................................................\
... 2-4
Meters and gauges ...................................................................... 2-5Speedometer and odometer ......................................... 2-6
Tachometer ........................................................................\
......... 2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................ 2-7
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
............ 2-8
Triple meter ........................................................................\
......... 2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ....................................................................... 2-10
Checking lights ........................................................................\
2-11
Warning lights ........................................................................\
... 2-11
Indicator lights ........................................................................\
2-15
Audible reminders ................................................................ 2-18
Vehicle information display ................................................. 2-19 Operational indicators ...................................................... 2-19
Warnings and alerts ............................................................ 2-21
Maintenance indicators .................................................. 2-23
Trip computer ........................................................................\
. 2-23
Security systems ........................................................................\
. 2-29
Vehicle Security System ................................................. 2-29
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ..................... 2-30
Wiper and washer switch ..................................................... 2-32
Rear window defroster switch ......................................... 2-33 Headlight and turn signal switch ................................. 2-34
Xenon headlights .............................................................. 2-34
Headlight switch ................................................................ 2-34
Turn signal switch ............................................................ 2-37
Fog light switch (if so equipped) .......................... 2-38
Horn ........................................................................\
.............................. 2-38
Heated seats (if so equipped) .......................................... 2-38
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped) .............. 2-40
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch .......... 2-41
Power outlet ........................................................................\
.......... 2-42
Storage ........................................................................\
....................... 2-43 Instrument pocket (except for navigation
system equipped models) .......................................... 2-43
Cup holders ........................................................................\
.... 2-43
Glove box ........................................................................\
......... 2-44
Console box ........................................................................\
... 2-44
Rear parcel box ................................................................... 2-45
Cargo cover (if so equipped) .................................... 2-45
Windows ........................................................................\
.................... 2-46 Power windows .................................................................. 2-46
Interior lights ........................................................................\
......... 2-50 Map lights ........................................................................\
........ 2-50
Interior light control switch ...................................... 2-50
Vanity mirror lights ................................................................... 2-51

SSI0509
1. ENTER/NEXT switch (P.2-23)
2. Fuel gauge (P.2-8)
3. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-10)
4. Tachometer (P.2-7)
5. Speedometer (P.2-6)
6. Instrument brightness control switch(P.2-37) 7. Vehicle information display (P.2-19)
8. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-7)
9. Transmission position indicator (if so
equipped) (P.2-18)
— SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE) in-
dicator (if so equipped) (P.5-18)
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10. Odometer/Twin trip odometer controlknob (P.2-6)
11. Odometer/Twin trip odometer (P.2-6)
12. Engine oil temperature gauge (P.2-8)
13. Voltmeter (P.2-9)
14. Clock (P.2-9, P.2-27)
CAUTION
. For cleaning, use a soft cloth,
dampened with water. Never use
a rough cloth, alcohol, benzine,
thinner or any kind of solvent or
paper towel with a chemical
cleaning agent. They will scratch
or cause discoloration to the lens.
Instruments and controls2-5
METERS AND GAUGES

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TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM).Do not rev
the engine into the red zone
.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the
red zone, shift to a higher gear or
reduce engine speed. Operating the
engine in the red zone may cause
serious engine damage.
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant
temperature.
The engine coolant temperature is within
the normal range when the gauge points
within the zone
shown in the illustra-
tion.
The engine coolant temperature varies
with the outside air temperature and
driving conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature near the hot (H) end of
the normal range, reduce vehicle
speed to decrease temperature. If
gauge is over the normal range, stop
the vehicle as soon as safely possi-
ble. If the engine is overheated,
continued operation of the vehicle
may seriously damage the engine.
See “If your vehicle overheats” (P.6-
17) for immediate action required.
Instruments and controls2-7

4-30Center display, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
OPERATING TIPS
When the engine coolant temperature
and outside air temperature are low, the
air flow from the foot outlets may not
operate. This is not a malfunction. After
the coolant temperature warms up, air
will flow normally from the foot outlets.
The sensors
andon the instrument
panel helps maintain a constant tem-
perature. Do not put anything on or
around this sensor.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The air conditioning system is equipped
with an in-cabin microfilter which collects
dirt, pollen, dust, etc. To make sure the air
conditioner heats, defogs, and ventilates
efficiently, replace the filter in accordance
with the specified maintenance intervals
listed in the “9. Maintenance and sche-
dules” section. It is recommended to see a
NISSAN dealer to replace the filter.
The filter should be replaced if air flow
is extremely decreased or when win-
dows fog up easily when operating
heater or air conditioning system.
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER
The air conditioning system in your
NISSAN is charged with a refrigerant
designed with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant will not harm the
earth’s ozone layer. However, special
charging equipment and lubricant are
required when servicing your NISSAN air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants
or lubricants will cause severe damage to
your air conditioning system. (See “Capa-
cities and recommended fluids/lubri-
cants” (P.10-2) for air conditioning
system refrigerant and lubricant recom-
mendations.)
Your NISSAN dealer will be able to service
your environmentally friendly air condi-
tioning system.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant un-
der high pressure. To avoid personal
injury, any air conditioner service
should be done only by an experi-
enced technician with the proper
equipment.
AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
Radio
Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON
position and push the radio band select
button to turn on the radio. If you listen to
the radio with the engine not running, the
ignition switch should be pushed to the
ACC position.
Radio reception is affected by station
signal strength, distance from radio
transmitter, buildings, bridges, mountains
and other external influences. Intermit-
tent changes in reception quality nor-
mally are caused by these external
influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the
vehicle may influence radio reception
quality.
Radio reception:
Your NISSAN radio system is equipped
with state-of-the-art electronic circuits to
enhance radio reception. These circuits
are designed to extend reception range,
and to enhance the quality of that recep-
tion.
However there are some general charac-
teristics of both FM and AM radio signals
that can affect radio reception quality in a
moving vehicle, even when the finest
equipment is used. These characteristics
AUDIO SYSTEM

5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving ....................... 5-2Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ................................. 5-2
Three-way catalyst ................................................................ 5-3
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............ 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ..................................... 5-6
Off-road recovery ................................................................... 5-6
Rapid air pressure loss ....................................................... 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ......................... 5-7
Push-button ignition switch ................................................. 5-8 Operating range for engine start function ........ 5-8
Push-button ignition switch operation ................. 5-9
Push-button ignition switch positions .................. 5-9
Emergency engine shut off .......................................... 5-10
Intelligent Key battery discharge ............................. 5-10
Before starting the engine .................................................... 5-11
Starting the engine ..................................................................... 5-11
Driving the vehicle ...................................................................... 5-12 Automatic transmission .................................................. 5-12
Manual Transmission ......................................................... 5-17
Parking brake ........................................................................\
......... 5-21
Cruise control ........................................................................\
........ 5-22 Precautions on cruise control ................................... 5-22
Cruise control operations ............................................. 5-23
Break-in schedule ...................................................................... 5-24
Fuel efficient driving tips ...................................................... 5-24 Increasing fuel economy ..................................................... 5-25
Parking/parking on hills ....................................................... 5-26
Power steering ........................................................................\
..... 5-27
Brake system ........................................................................\
........ 5-27
Braking precautions ........................................................ 5-27
Parking brake break-in ................................................. 5-28
Brake assist ........................................................................\
............ 5-28 Brake assist ........................................................................\
.... 5-28
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............................. 5-28
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ................... 5-30
Performance dampers (NISMO models) .................. 5-32
Cold weather driving .............................................................. 5-33 Freeing a frozen door lock ........................................ 5-33
Antifreeze ........................................................................\
......... 5-33
Battery ........................................................................\
................ 5-33
Draining of coolant water .......................................... 5-33
Tire equipment .................................................................... 5-33
Special winter equipment .......................................... 5-33
Driving on snow or ice .................................................. 5-33
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ................ 5-34
Active noise cancellation/Active sound
enhancement (if so equipped) ........................................ 5-35 Active noise cancellation ............................................ 5-35
Active sound enhancement ...................................... 5-35

.Make sure the area around the vehicle
is clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil,
coolant, brake fluid and window
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
. Check that all windows and lights are
clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appear-
ance and condition. Also check tires
for proper inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat and adjust head re-
straints.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passen-
gers to do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position. (See “Warning lights,
indicator lights and audible remin-
ders” (P.2-10).)1. Apply the parking brake.
2.Automatic Transmission (AT) model:
Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the shift lever is in either of the
above positions.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position. Depress the clutch pedal fully
to the floor.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON position. Depress the brake pedal (AT
model) or the clutch pedal (MT model)
and push the ignition switch to start
the engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal with the ignition switch
in any position.
.If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold weather or when
restarting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to the floor) and while holding, crank
the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal when the engine starts.
.If the engine is very hard to start
because it is flooded, depress the
accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it. Push the ignition
switch to the ON position to start
cranking the engine. After 5 or 6
seconds, stop cranking by pushing
the ignition switch to OFF. After
cranking the engine, release the
accelerator pedal. Crank the engine
with your foot off the accelerator
pedal by depressing the brake
pedal and pushing the push-button
ignition switch to start the engine.
If the engine starts, but fails to run,
repeat the above procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more
than 15 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, push the
ignition switch to OFF and wait 10
seconds before cranking again,
otherwise the starter could be da-
maged.
Starting and driving5-11
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE