2020 NISSAN 370Z service indicator

2-8Instruments and controls
SIC3976
FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates theapproximate
fuel level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during
braking, turning, acceleration, or going
up or down hills.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge
registers “E” (Empty).
The low fuel warning
appears on the
vehicle information display when the
amount of fuel in the tank is getting low.
Refuel as soon as it is convenient, pre-
ferably before the gauge reaches “E”.
There will be a small reserve of fuel in
the tank when the fuel gauge reaches “E”. The
indicates that the fuel-filler door
is located on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle.
CAUTION
. If the vehicle runs out of fuel, themalfunction indicator light
(MIL) may come on. Refuel as
soon as possible. After a few
driving trips, the
light should
turn off. If the light remains on
after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
. For additional information, see
“Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)” (P.2-16).
SIC4003Triple meter1. Engine oil temperature gauge
2. Voltmeter
3. Clock
TRIPLE METER
Engine oil temperature gauge
Oil temperature, as well as the rate of
temperature change, will vary based on
ambient conditions and driving pat-
terns. Under normal operating condi-
tions, oil temperature will remain below
280°F (140°C).
If the engine oil temperature gauge
indicates more than 280°F (140°C) while
driving, reduce the engine speed (RPM).

CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the engine. The following lights (if
so equipped) will come on:
,or,,
The following lights (if so equipped) come
on briefly and then go off:
,or,,,,,
If any light does not come on or operates
in a way other than described, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb and/or a
system malfunction. It is recommended
you have the system checked by a
NISSAN dealer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the vehicle information dis-
play. (See “Vehicle information display”
(P.2-19).)
WARNING LIGHTS
orAnti-lock Braking Sys-
tem (ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-
lock function is turned off. The brake
system then operates normally, but with-
out anti-lock assistance. (See “Brake sys-
tem” (P.5-27).)
Automatic transmission check
warning light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the light comes on for 2
seconds. If the light comes on at any
other time, it may indicate the transmis-
sion is not functioning properly. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
to check and repair the transmission.
orBrake warning light
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake
fluid level. If the light comes on while the
engine is running with the parking brake
not applied, stop the vehicle and perform
the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake
fluid as necessary. (See “Brake and
clutch fluid” (P.8-9).)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is
recommended you have this service
performed by a NISSAN dealer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator:
When the parking brake is released and
the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both
the brake warning light and the Anti-lock
Braking System (ABS) warning light illu-
minate, it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning properly. Have the brake
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Supplemental air bag warning
light
After pushing the ignition switch to the
ON position, the supplemental air bag
warning light will illuminate. The air bag
warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the front air bag, side air bag
and curtain air bag systems and/or pre-
tensioner system are operational.
If any of the following conditions occur,
the front air bag, side air bag and curtain
air bag systems and/or pretensioner
system need servicing.
. The supplemental air bag warning
light remains on after approximately
7 seconds.
. The supplemental air bag warning
light flashes intermittently.
. The supplemental air bag warning
light does not come on at all.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supple-
mental Restraint Systems and/or the
pretensioner seat belt may not function
properly.
For additional information, see “Supple-
mental restraint system” (P.1-31).
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the
front air bag, side air bag and curtain
air bag systems and/or pretensioner
system will not operate in an acci-
dent. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle checked.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light illuminates and then
turns off.
The light will blink when the VDC system
or the traction control system is operat-
ing, thus alerting the driver that the
vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The
road surface may be slippery.
When the VDC warning light illuminates
when the VDC system is turned on, this
light alerts the driver to the fact that the
VDC system’s fail-safe mode is operating,
for example the VDC system may not be
functioning properly. Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. If a mal-
function occurs in the system, the VDC
system function will be canceled but the
vehicle is still driveable. For additional
information, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” (P.5-30) of this manual.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Cruise indicator light
Cruise main switch indicator:
This light illuminates when the cruise
control main switch is pushed. The light
turns off when the main switch is pushed
again. When the cruise main switch in-
dicator light illuminates, the cruise control
system is operational. (See “Cruise con-
trol” (P.5-22).)
Cruise malfunction:
If the cruise indicator light blinks while the
engine is running, it may indicate the
cruise control system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. (See “Cruise control” (P.5-
22).)
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Exterior light indicator
This indicator illuminates when the head-
light switch is turned to the AUTO,orposition and the front parking lights,
instrument panel lights, rear combination
lights, license plate lights or headlights
are on. The indicator turns off when these
lights are turned off.
Front passenger air bag sta-
tus light
The front passenger air bag status light
(), located on the center of the instru-
ment panel, will be lit and the passenger
front air bag will be OFF depending on
how the front passenger seat is being
used.
For front passenger air bag status light
operation, see “NISSAN Advanced Air Bag
System (front seats)” (P.1-37) of this man-
ual.
High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight
high beam is on and goes out when the
low beam is selected.
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator light comes
on steady or blinks while the engine is
running, it may indicate a potential emis-
sion control malfunction.
The malfunction indicator light may also
come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is
loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler
cap is installed and closed tightly, and
that the vehicle has at least 3 US gallons
(11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off if no other potential
emission control system malfunction ex-
ists.
If this indicator light remains on for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indi-
cates that the vehicle is not ready for an
emission control system inspection/
maintenance test. (See “Readiness for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test” (P.10-
25).)
Operation:
The malfunction indicator light will come
on in one of two ways: .
Malfunction indicator light on steady
— An emission control system mal-
function has been detected. Check
the fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL
CAP warning appears in the vehicle
information display. If the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, tighten or
install the cap and continue to drive
the vehicle. The
light should turn
off after a few driving trips. If the
light does not turn off after a few
driving trips, have the vehicle in-
spected. It is recommended you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service. You
do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking —
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission
control system.
To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45
MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decel- eration.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may
stop blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected. It is re-

commended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, re-
duced fuel economy, and possible
damage to the emission control sys-
tem.
Rear fog light indicator light (if
so equipped)
The rear fog light indicator light illumi-
nates when the rear fog light is on. (See
“Fog light switch” (P.2-39).)
Security indicator light
The light blinks when the ignition switch
is in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This
function indicates the security system
equipped on the vehicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning,
this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position. For additional
information, see “Security systems” (P.2- 30).
Soft top indicator light (Road-
ster models)
This light illuminates when the soft top is
being operated or it is stopped before
reaching a full open/close state. When the
top is fully opened or closed, the light will
turn off.
The light blinks while the soft top is not
fully opened or closed under the following
conditions:
. When the vehicle is driven.
. When the shift lever is in the R
(Reverse) position.
Be sure to fully open or close the soft top
when driving the vehicle.
The soft top can be moved with the soft
top operating switch only under all of the
following conditions:
. When the vehicle is stopped.
. When the ignition switch is ON.
. When the trunk is closed.
. When the shift lever is in a position
other than the R (Reverse) position.
CAUTION
Operate the soft top with the engine
running to prevent a discharged
battery.
When the soft top is operating, if any of
the above conditions are discontinued or
any of the following conditions are met,
the top will stop operating.
. When the shift lever is in the R
(Reverse) position.
. When the vehicle moves at a speed of
3 MPH (5 km/h) or more.
. When the battery voltage is extremely
low.
. When the temperature of the soft top
system becomes extremely high.
Release the operating switch, and push it
again under the above conditions until
the top is fully opened or closed. The soft
top indicator light will turn off when the
top operation is completely finished.
If the soft top indicator light illuminates
with the ignition switch ON, it may
indicate the electric soft top control unit
is not functioning properly. Have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
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COLD tire pressure shown on the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label. (See
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)”
(P.5-3) and “Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem (TPMS)” (P.6-3).
7. “TIMER” indicator
This indicator appears when the set
“TIMER” indicator activates. You can set
the time for up to 6 hours. (See “Trip
computer” (P.2-25).)
8. Low outside temperature warn-
ing
This warning appears if the outside tem-
perature is below 37°F (3°C). The warning
can be set not to be displayed. (See “Trip
computer” (P.2-25).)
9. SynchroRev Match mode (S-
MODE) warning
This warning appears if a system mal-
function occurs. When the warning ap-
pears, the S-MODE function will not
operate, but the manual transmission will
operate normally and driving can be
continued. Have the system checked. It
is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
10. Extended storage fuse warning
This warning may appear if the extended
storage fuse switch is not pushed in
(switched on). When this warning ap-
pears, push in (switch on) the extended
storage fuse switch to turn off the warn-
ing. For more information, see “Extended
storage fuse switch” (P.8-19).
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.Unlocking the door or opening the
rear hatch without using the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key or the
door handle request switch. (Even if
the door is opened by releasing the
door inside lock knob or using the
mechanical key, the alarm will acti-
vate.)
. Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop by unlocking a door
by pushing the UNLOCK button on the
Intelligent Key or the door handle request
switch. The alarm will not stop if the
ignition switch is pushed to the ACC or
ON position.
If the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged:
If the Intelligent Key battery is discharged,
the alarm will not stop by pushing the
UNLOCK button on the Intelligent Key or
the door handle request switch. In such a
case, insert the Intelligent Key into the
Intelligent Key port to stop the alarm. See
“Intelligent Key battery discharge” (P.5-10)
for details about the Intelligent Key port.
If the system does not operate as
described above, it is recommended
you have it checked by a NISSAN dealer.
NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYS-
TEM
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered Intelligent Key.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
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 interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Note: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Ca-
nada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
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Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on
the meter panel. It indicates the status of
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch is
in the LOCK, ACC or OFF position. This
function indicates the security systems
equipped on the vehicle are operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
is malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System as

To defog/defrost the rear window glass
and outside mirrors, start the engine and
push the switch
on. The indicator lightwill come on. Push the switch again to
turn the defroster off.
It will automatically turn off in approxi-
mately 15 minutes.
CAUTION
. When cleaning the inner side of
the rear window, be careful not to
scratch or damage the rear win-
dow defroster.
. Do not use the rear window
defroster switch while the soft
top is being operated or fully
opened. The heat may damage
the top material and/or compo-
nents (for Roadster models).
XENON HEADLIGHTS
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
. When xenon headlights are on,
they produce a high voltage. To
prevent an electric shock, never
attempt to modify or disassem-
ble. Always have your xenon
headlights replaced by a certified
service technician.
. Xenon headlights provide consid-
erably more light than conven-
tional headlights. If they are not
correctly aimed, they might tem-
porarily blind an oncoming driver
or the driver ahead of you and
cause a serious accident. If head-
lights are not aimed correctly, it is
recommended you immediately
take your vehicle to a NISSAN
dealer and have the headlights
adjusted correctly.
When the xenon headlight is initially
turned on, its brightness or color varies
slightly. However, the color and bright-
ness will soon stabilize. .
The life of xenon headlights will be
shortened by frequent on-off opera-
tion. It is generally desirable not to
turn off the headlights for short
intervals (for example, when the
vehicle stops at a traffic signal).
. If the xenon headlight bulb is close
to burning out, the brightness will
drastically decrease, the light will
start blinking, or the color of the
light will become reddish. If one or
more of the above signs appear, it is
recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer.
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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH