2004 Nissan 350z Owners Manual

TIRE PRESSURE Tire inflation pressure Check the pressure of the tires (including the spare) often and always prior to long distance trips. The recommended tire pressure specifica- tions are shown on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation label under the “Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure” heading. The Tire and Loading Information label is affixed to the driver side center pillar. Tire pressures should be checked regularly because: 쐌 Most tires naturally lose air over time. 쐌 Tires can lose air suddenly when driven over potholes or other objects or if the vehicle strikes a curb while parking.

The tire pressures should be checked when the tires are cold. The tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. Incorrect tire pressure, including under in- flation, may adversely affect tire life and vehicle handling.

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WARNING

쐌 Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-

denly and cause an accident.

this

beyond

쐌 The vehicle capacity weight is indi- cated on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation label. Do not load your ve- hicle capacity. Overloading your vehicle may result in reduced tire life, unsafe operating conditions due to premature tire mal- function, or unfavorable handling characteristics and could also lead to a serious accident. Loading beyond the specified capacity may also result in a malfunction of other vehicle components.

쐌 Before taking a long trip, or when- ever you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressures are at the specified level.

쐌 Do not drive your vehicle over 85
MPH (137 km/h) unless it is equipped with high-speed rated tires. Driving

faster than 85 MPH (137 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Low tire pressure warning system (if so equipped) The low tire pressure warning system displays the tire pressure of all tires (except the spare tire) on the trip computer by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel. For more details, refer to “Trip computer” and “Low tire pressure warning light” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section, “Low tire pressure warn- ing system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section, and “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency” section. the tire pressure dis- played on the trip computer is lower than the COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label, check the pressure of all four tires and adjust them to the COLD tire pressure. The low tire pressure warning system will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 20 MPH (32 km/h).

If

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쎻4 Recommended cold tire inflation pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The recommended cold tire inflation is set by the manufacturer to provide the best balance of tire wear, vehicle handling, driveability, tire noise, etc., up to the vehicles GVWR.

쎻5 Tire size — refer to “Tire labeling” later in this

section.

쎻6 and 쎻7 Spare tire size or compact spare tire

size (if so equipped) Checking the tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge squarely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem sideways, or air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the gauge to eliminate this leakage.

3. Remove the gauge. 4. Read the tire pressure on the gauge stem and compare it to the specification shown on the Tire and Loading Information label.

5. Add air to the tire as needed. If too much air Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-31

Tire and loading information label 쎻1 Seating capacity: The maximum number of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle.

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쎻2 Vehicle load limit: See loading information in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section.

쎻3 Original tire size: The size of the tires origi- nally installed on the vehicle at the factory.

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is added, press the core of the valve stem briefly with the tip of the gauge stem to release pressure. Recheck the pressure and add or release air as needed. Install the valve stem cap.

6. 7. Check the pressure of all other tires, includ-

ing the spare.

TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The TIN can be used to identify the tire in case of a recall.

3rd two- or three-digit number (94): This number is the tire’s load index. It is a mea- surement of how much weight each tire can support. (You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by law.)

H: Tire Speed Rating. The speed rating de- notes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time. The ratings range from 98 MPH (miles per hour) to 186 MPH. (You may not find this informa- tion on all tires because it is not required by law.)

쎻2 TIN (Tire Identification Number) for new tire

(example: DOT XX XX XXX XXXX) DOT: Abbreviation for the “Department of Transportation”. The symbol can be placed above, below or to the left or right of the Tire Identification Number.

1st two-digit code: Manufacturer’s identifica- tion mark

2nd two-digit code: Tire size

3rd three-digit code: Tire type code (Op- tional)

4th three-digit code: Date of Manufacture Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003.

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쎻1 Tire size (example: P215/60R16 94H)

EXAMPLE

P: The “P” indicates the tire is designed for passenger vehicles. (Not all tires have this information.)

Three-digit number (215): This number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from side- wall edge to sidewall edge.

two-digit number

1st (60): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire’s ratio of height to width.

R: The “R” stands for radial. 2nd two-digit number (16): This number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches.

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쎻3 Tire ply composition and material

layers or plies of rubber-

The number of coated fabric in the tire. Tire manufacturers also must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, nylon, polyester, and others.

쎻4 Maximum permissible inflation pressure

This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in the tire. Do not exceed the maximum permissible inflation pressure.

쎻5 Maximum load rating

This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire.

쎻6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

Indicates that the tire requires an inner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tubeless”).

쎻7 The word “radial”

The word “radial” is shown, if the tire has a radial structure.

쎻8 Manufacturer or Brand name

Manufacturer or Brand name is shown.

Other tire-related terminology In addition to the many terms that are defined

this section,

is (1) the sidewall

Intended Outboard throughout Sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manu- facturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or (2) the outward racing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. TYPES OF TIRES

WARNING

쐌 When changing or replacing tires, be sure all four tires are of the same type (for example, summer, all sea- son or snow) and construction. Your NISSAN dealer may be able to help you with information about tire type, size, speed rating and availability.

than

rating

쐌 Replacement tires may have a lower speed factory equipped tires, and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.

the

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

All season tires NISSAN specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performance for use all year round, including snowy and icy road condi- tions. All season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction than all season tires and may be more appropriate in some areas. Summer tires NISSAN specifies summer tires on some models to provide superior performance on dry roads. Summer tire performance in snow and ice will be substantially reduced. Summer tires do not have the tire traction rating M&S on the tire sidewall. If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of snow or all season tires on all four wheels.

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CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation Tires cannot be rotated in this vehicle, as front tires are different size from rear tires and the direction of wheel rotation is fixed in each tire. A pin is on the front brake rotor to prevent the rear wheels from being installed in place of the front wheels. The spare tire can be installed in place of the front and rear wheels. When install- ing the spare tire in the front wheel, the hole in the spare tire wheel must be aligned with the pin on the brake rotor.

Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to select tires equivalent in size and load rating to the original equipment tires. it can adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.

If you do not,

Generally, snow tires will have lower speed ratings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.

If you operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the use of snow or all season tires on all four wheels.

For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some provinces and states prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires. Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according to location. Check the local laws before installing tire chains. When installing tire chains, make sure they are of proper size for the tires on your vehicle and are installed according to the chain 8-34 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only SAE class “S” chains. Class “S” chains are used on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are designed to meet the SAE standard minimum clearances between the tire and the closest vehicle suspension or body component required to accommodate the use of a winter traction device (tire chains or cables). The minimum clearances are determined using the factory equipped tire size. Other types may damage your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when recom- mended by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain must be secured or removed to prevent the possibility of whipping action damage to the fenders or undercarriage. If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your ve- hicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and performance may be adversely affected. 쐌 Never install tire chains on a T-type

spare tire.

쐌 Do not use the chains on dry roads. 쐌 Tire chains must be installed only on the rear wheels and not on the front wheels.

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Tire wear and damage

WARNING

쐌 Tires should be periodically

in- spected for wear, cracking, bulging, or objects caught in the tread. If ex- cessive wear, cracks, bulging, or deep cuts are found, the tire should be replaced.

쐌 The original tires have a built-in tread indicator. When the wear

wear

indicator is visible, the tire should be replaced.

쐌 Improper service for a spare tire may result in serious personal injury. If it is necessary to repair the spare tire, contact your NISSAN dealer.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. See “Specifications” in the “9. Tech- nical and consumer information” section for rec- ommended types and sizes of tires and wheels.

WARNING

쐌 The use of tires other than those recommended or the mixed use of tires of different brands, construction

(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread patterns can adversely affect the ride, braking, handling, ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain clearance, speedometer calibration, headlight aim and bumper height. Some of these effects may lead to accidents and could result in serious personal injury.

쐌 If the wheels are changed for any reason, always replace with wheels which have the same offset dimen- sion. Wheels of a different offset could cause early tire wear, possibly degraded vehicle handling character- istics and/or interference with the brake discs. Such interference can lead to decreased braking efficiency and/or early brake pad wear.

쐌 When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated and the low tire pressure warning system will not function. Contact your NISSAN dealer as soon as possible for tire

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replacement and/or system reset- ting. (For models with the low tire pressure warning system)

쐌 Do not install a deformed wheel or tire even if it has been repaired. Such wheels or tires could have structural damage and could fail without warn- ing.

쐌 The use of retread tire is not recom-

mended.

쐌 For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In- formation” (Canada) in the Warranty Information Booklet.

Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can get out of balance. Therefore, they should be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be performed with the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the front wheels on the vehicle could lead to transmission damage. 8-36 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

For additional information regarding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty Information booklet. Care of wheels 쐌 Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle

to maintain their appearance.

쐌 Clean the inner side of the wheels when the is changed or the underside of the

wheel vehicle is washed.

쐌 Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing

the wheels.

쐌 Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

쐌 NISSAN recommends that the road wheels be waxed to protect against road salt in areas where it is used during winter.

Spare tire (T-type spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the T-type spare tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or involved in an accident.

CAUTION

쐌 The T-type spare tire should be used only for emergency. It should be re- placed by the standard tire at the first opportunity.

쐌 Drive carefully while the T-type spare

tire is installed.

Avoid sharp turns and abrupt braking while driving.

쐌 Periodically check the T-type spare tire inflation pressure, and always keep it at 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 bar).

쐌 Do not drive your vehicle at speeds

faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).

쐌 Do not use tire chains on a T-type spare tire. Tire chains will not fit properly on the T-type spare tire and may cause damage to the vehicle.

쐌 Tire tread of the T-type spare tire will wear at a faster rate than the original tire. Replace the T-type spare tire as soon as the tread wear indicators

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appear.

쐌 Because the T-type spare tire is smaller than the original tire, ground clearance is reduced. To avoid dam- age to the vehicle do not drive over obstacles. Also do not drive the ve- hicle through an automatic car wash since it may get stuck.

쐌 Do not use the T-type spare tire on

other vehicles.

쐌 Do not use more than one T-type

spare tire at the same time.

쐌 Do not tow a trailer while the T-type

spare tire is installed.

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9 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .............. 9-2
Fuel recommendation .................................................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation .................. 9-5
Recommended SAE viscosity number ...................... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations ........................................................... 9-6
Specifications ........................................................................ 9-8
Engine ................................................................................ 9-8
Wheels and tires ............................................................. 9-9
Dimensions and weights ............................................... 9-9

When traveling or registering your vehicle in another country .................................................................................. 9-10
Vehicle identification ......................................................... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ............... 9-10
Vehicle identification number (chassis number).... 9-10
Engine serial number ................................................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...................................... 9-11
Emission control information label ........................... 9-11
Tire and Loading Information label .......................... 9-12
Air conditioner specification label ............................ 9-12

Installing front license plate ............................................. 9-13
Vehicle loading information ............................................. 9-14
Terms ............................................................................... 9-14
Vehicle load capacity.................................................... 9-15
Loading tips ................................................................... 9-15
Towing a trailer ................................................................... 9-16
Maximum load limits...................................................... 9-16
Towing safety.................................................................. 9-17
Flat towing .......................................................................... 9-20
Automatic transmission ............................................. 9-20
Manual transmission .................................................... 9-20
Uniform tire quality grading ............................................. 9-21
Emission control system warranty ................................. 9-22
Reporting safety defects (US only) ............................... 9-22
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only) .............................................................................. 9-22
Event data recorders ......................................................... 9-23
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information ........................................................................... 9-24
In the event of a collision ........................................... 9-24

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CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/ LUBRICANTS The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Fuel Engine oil (Drain and refill)*2

With oil filter change

Without oil filter change

Cooling system

With reservoir Reservoir

Automatic transmission fluid

Manual transmission gear oil

Capacity (Approximate)

US

measure 20 gal

5 qt

4-5/8 qt

9-1/4 qt 7/8 qt

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—

Imp

measure 16-5/8 gal

4-1/8 qt

3-7/8 qt

7-5/8 qt 3/5 qt

—

—

Liter

76

4.7

4.4

8.7
0.8
—

—

Recommended specifications

Unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (RON 96)*1

쐌 API Certification Mark*3, *4
쐌 API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*3, *4
쐌 ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III*2, *3

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze Coolant or equivalent

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Differential gear oil Power steering fluid Brake and clutch fluid Multi-purpose grease Air conditioning system refrigerant Air conditioning system lubricants *1: For additional information, see “Fuel recommendation” later in this chapter. *2: For additional information, see “Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil. *3: For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” later in this chapter. *4: For additional information, see “Recommended SAE viscosity number” later in this chapter. *5: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine Nissan Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability,

Genuine Nissan Matic J ATF*5
Genuine Nissan Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90
API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*6
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*7
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*8 or equivalent DOT 3 (U.S. FMVSS No. 116) NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base) HFC-134a (R-134a)*9
Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent

Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

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and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

*6: For hot areas, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32°F (0°C). *7: For Canada, Nissan Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DexronTMIII/MerconTM or equivalent ATF may also be used. *8: Available in mainland US through your NISSAN dealer. *9: For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” in this section for air conditioner specification label.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96).

If premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI number (Research octane number 91) may be temporarily used, but only under the following precautions: 쐌 Have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium gasoline as soon as pos- sible.

쐌 Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt accelera-

tion.

However, for maximum vehicle perfor- mance, the use of unleaded premium gaso- line is recommended.

CAUTION

Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission con- trol devices and systems, and could also affect the warranty coverage.

Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, since this will damage the three-way catalyst.

Reformulated gasoline Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu- lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially designed to reduce vehicle emissions. NISSAN supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug- gests that you use reformulated gasoline when available. Gasoline containing oxygenates Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and metha- nol with or without advertising their presence. NISSAN does not recommend the use of fuels of which the oxygenate content and the fuel com- patibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily determined. If in doubt, ask your service station manager. If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take the following precautions as the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle performance problems and/or fuel system damage. 쐌 The fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that

recommended for unleaded gasoline.

쐌 If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a methanol blend, is used, it should con- tain no more than 10% oxygenate. (MTBE may, however, be added up to 15%.)

쐌 If a methanol blend is used, it should contain no more than 5% methanol (me- thyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should also contain a suitable amount of ap- propriate cosolvents and corrosion in- hibitors. If not properly formulated with appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors, such methanol blends may cause fuel system damage and/or ve- hicle performance problems. At this time, sufficient data is not available to ensure that all methanol blends are suitable for use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems such as engine stalling and hard hot starting are experi- enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme- diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE. Take care not to spill gasoline during refu- eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint damage.

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knock while holding a steady speed on level roads, have your dealer correct the condition. Failure to correct the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for which NISSAN is not responsible. Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking, after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause excessive fuel consumption or damage to the engine. If any of the above symptoms are en- countered, have your vehicle checked at a NISSAN dealer or other competent service fa- cility. However, now and then you may notice light spark knock for a short time while accelerating or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern, because you get the greatest fuel benefit when there is light spark knock for a short time under heavy engine load.

intake valve deposit

Aftermarket fuel additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of any fuel additives (that is, fuel injector cleaner, oc- tane booster, removers, etc.) which are sold commercially. Many of these additives intended for gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain active solvent or similar ingredients that can be harmful to the fuel sys- tem and engine. Octane rating tips In most parts of North America, you should use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 or 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number. However, you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 85 AKI number in these high altitude areas [over 4,000 ft (1,219
m)] such as: Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, northeastern Nevada, southern Idaho, western South Dakota, western Ne- braska, and that part of Texas which is directly south of New Mexico. Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than stated above can cause persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se- vere, this can lead to engine damage. If you detect a persistent heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of the above stated octane rating, or if you hear steady spark 9-4 Technical and consumer information

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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct quality, and viscosity oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. NISSAN recommends the use of a low friction oil (energy conserving oil) in order to improve fuel economy and conserve energy. Oils which do not have the specified quality label should not be used as they could cause engine damage. Only those engine oils with the American Petro- leum Institute (API) certification mark on the front

of the container should be used. This type of oil supersedes the existing API SG, SH, or SJ and Energy Conserving I & II categories.

If you cannot find engine oil with the API certifi- cation mark, use an API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ or SL, Energy conserving oil. An oil with a single designation SG or SH, or in combination with other catego- ries (for example, SG/CC or SG/CD) may also be used if one with the API certification mark cannot be found. An ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III oil can also be used. NISSAN recommends mineral based oils. These oils must however, meet the API quality and SAE

viscosity ratings specified for your vehicle. Oil additives NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil additives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary when the proper oil type is used and maintenance intervals are followed. Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been previously used should not be used. Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes with temperature. Because of this, it is important that the engine oil viscosity be selected based on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be operated before the next oil change. The “Rec- ommended SAE viscosity number” chart (on the next page) shows the recommended oil viscosi- ties for temperatures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recom- mended could cause serious engine damage. Selecting the correct oil filter Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replacing, use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its equivalent for the reason described in “Change intervals”.

the expected ambient

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Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the specified quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals longer than recommended could reduce engine life. Damage to engines caused by improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the new NISSAN vehicle warranties. Your engine was filled with a high quality engine oil when it was built. You do not have to change the oil before the first recommended change interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under the following conditions may require more fre- quent oil and filter changes. 쐌 repeated short distance driving at cold out-

side temperatures,

쐌 driving in dusty conditions, 쐌 extensive idling, 쐌 towing a trailer, 쐌 stop and go “rush hour” traffic.

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RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER

TI1028-C

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient 10W-30, 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0°F (−18°C).

temperatures. SAE

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioning system in this NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger- ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant, Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exact equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or lubri- cant will cause severe damage to the air conditioning system and will require the replacement of all air conditioner sys- tem components.

The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental regulations require the recovery and recycling of any refrigerant during automotive air condition- ing system service. Your NISSAN dealer has the trained technicians and equipment needed to recover and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant.

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Contact your NISSAN dealer when servicing your air conditioning system.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Type Cylinder arrangement Bore x Stroke Displacement Firing order Idle speed Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) CO percentage at idle speed

Spark plug

Spark plug gap (Normal) Camshaft operation

Model

in (mm) cu in (cm3)

rpm degree/rpm [No air] % Standard Service option in (mm)

VQ35DE

Gasoline, 4-cycle 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60° 3.760 x 3.205 (95.5 x 81.4) 213.45 (3,498) 1-2-3-4-5-6*1

See the emission control label on the underside of the hood.

PLFR5A-11
PLFR4A-11, PLFR6A-11
0.043 (1.1) Timing chain

TI0001-A

The spark ignition system of this vehicle meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula- tions.

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WHEELS AND TIRES Road wheel

Model

Type

Position

Size

Offset

in (mm)

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

17 x 7-1/2JJ 18 x 8JJ* 17 x 8JJ 18 x 8JJ* 18 x 8-1/2JJ* 17 x 7-1/2JJ 18 x 8JJ* 17 x 8JJ 18 x 8JJ*

1.18 (30) 1.18 (30) 1.30 (33) 1.18 (30) 1.30 (33) 1.18 (30) 1.18 (30) 1.30 (33) 1.18 (30)

Position Front Rear Front Rear

—

Front Rear Front Rear

—

Size Pressure (Cold) 225/50R17 94W 240 kPa (35 psi) 235/50R17 96W 240 kPa (35 psi) 225/45R18 91W* 240 kPa (35 psi) 245/45R18 96W* 240 kPa (35 psi) 420 kPa (60 psi) T145/90D16
T155/80R17* 420 kPa (60 psi) 225/50R17 94W 220 kPa (32 psi) 235/50R17 96W 220 kPa (32 psi) 225/45R18 91W* 240 kPa (35 psi) 245/45R18 96W* 240 kPa (35 psi) T145/90D16
420 kPa (60 psi)

Coupe

Aluminum

Roadster

Aluminum

Tire Model

Type

Conventional

Coupe

Spare

Road- ster

Conventional

Spare

*: For option

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Overall length

Overall width

Overall height

Front tread

Rear tread

Wheelbase

Coupe

Roadster

in (mm)

169.6 (4,309)

169.6 (4,309)

in (mm)

71.5 (1,815)

71.5 (1,815)

in (mm)

51.9 (1,319)

52.3 (1,328)

in (mm)

60.4 (1,535)

60.4 (1,535)

in (mm)

60.6 (1,539)*1
60.8 (1,545)*2

60.6 (1,539)*1
60.8 (1,545)*2

in (mm)

104.3 (2,649)

104.3 (2,649)

Gross vehicle weight rating

lb (kg)

Gross axle weight rating

Front

Rear

lb (kg)

lb (kg)

*1: The wheel offset is 1.30 in (33 mm). *2: The wheel offset is 1.18 in (30 mm).

See the F.M.V.S.S. certification label on the driver’s side lock pillar.

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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY When planning to travel in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle’s engine. Using fuel with too low an octane rating may cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles must be operated with unleaded engine gaso- line. Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas where appropriate fuel is not available. When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country, state, province or district, it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local laws and regulations. The laws and regulations for motor vehicle emis- sion control and safety standards vary according to the country, state, province or district; there- fore, vehicle specifications may differ. When any vehicle is to be taken into an- other country, state, province or district and registered, its modifications, transpor- tation, and registration are the responsibil- ity of the user. NISSAN is not responsible for any inconvenience that may result.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

STI0320

STI0321

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is at- tached as shown. This number is the identifica- tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (chassis number) The number is stamped as shown.

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STI0303

STI0322

STI0323

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The number is stamped on the engine as shown.

F.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION LABEL The Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (F.M.V.S.S.) certification label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle in- formation, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Rat- ings (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month and year of manufacture, Ve- hicle Identification Number (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION LABEL The emission control tached as shown.

information label

is at-

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STI0366

STI0325

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire inflation pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver side center pillar.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is affixed inside of the hood as shown.

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INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE

Use the following steps to mount the license plate:

Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the vinyl bag. 쐌 License plate bracket 쐌 J-nut x 2
쐌 Screw x 2
쐌 Screw grommet x 2
1. Temporarily place the license plate bracket while aligning points 쎻A of the front bumper fascia with holes 쎻B in the license plate bracket.

4. 5.

2. Remove the license plate bracket. 3. Carefully drill

two shallow pilot holes 쎻A using a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill bit at the marked locations. (Be sure that the drill only goes through the fascia, or damage to the nut may occur.) Insert grommets into the hole on the fascia. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grom- met hole to add 90° turn onto the part 쎻C . Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket before placing the license plate bracket on the fascia. Install the license plate bracket with screws. Technical and consumer information 9-13

6.

7.

STI0326

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8.

Install the license plate with bolts that are no longer than 0.55 in (14 mm).

WARNING

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION

쐌 It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously in- jured or killed

쐌 Do not allow people to ride in any is not area of your vehicle that equipped with seats and seat belts. 쐌 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

TERMS It is important to familiarize yourself with the following terms before loading your vehicle: 쐌 Curb Weight (actual weight of your vehicle) - vehicle weight including: standard and op- tional equipment, fluids, emergency tools, and spare tire assembly. This weight does not include passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb weight plus the combined weight of passengers and cargo.

쐌 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - maximum total combined weight of the un- loaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment. This information is located on the F.M.V.S.S. label.

쐌 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - maxi- mum weight (load) limit specified for the front or rear axle. This information is located on the F.M.V.S.S. label.

쐌 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight rating) - The maximum total weight rating of the ve- hicle, passengers, cargo, and trailer.

쐌 Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit, Total load capacity - maximum total weight limit specified of the load (passengers and cargo) for the vehicle. This is the maximum com- bined weight of occupants and cargo that can be loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of occupants from the load limit.

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if

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five - 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. [1,400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.] (5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. For safety, that weight must not exceed the avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity calcu- lated in Step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

this manual

LOADING TIPS 쐌 The GVW must not exceed GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F.M.V.S.S. certi- fication label.

쐌 Do not load the front and rear axle to the

GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR.

VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle shown as “The combined weight of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Loading Information label. To get “the combined weight of occupants and cargo”, add the weight of all occupants, then add the total luggage weight. Examples are shown in the illustration.

STI0369

Steps for determining correct load limit (1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.

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WARNING

쐌 Properly secure all cargo to help pre- vent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seat- backs. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause per- sonal injury.

쐌 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury.

쐌 Overloading not only could shorten the life of your vehicle and the tires, but also could lead to unsafe vehicle handling and long braking distance. This could cause a premature tire malfunction, which could result in a serious accident and personal injury. Malfunctions caused by overloading are not covered by your warranty.

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TOWING A TRAILER

TI1011M

Roadster model: Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle. Coupe model: Your new vehicle was designed to be used primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re- member that towing a trailer places additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steer- ing, braking and other systems. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide (US only) is available from a NISSAN dealer. This guide includes information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required for proper tow- ing.

MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS Maximum trailer loads Never allow the total trailer load to exceed 1,000
lb (454 kg). The total trailer load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight. Towing loads greater than 1,000 lb (454 kg) or using improper towing equipment could adversely affect vehicle handling, braking and performance. The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not only related to the maximum trailer loads, but also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights appropriate for level highway driving may have to be reduced on very steep grades or in low traction situations (for example, on slippery boat ramps).

WARNING

Vehicle damage resulting from im- proper towing procedures are not cov- ered by NISSAN warranties. A NISSAN Trailer Towing Guide (U.S. only) contain- ing information on trailer towing ability and the special equipment required may be obtained from a NISSAN dealer.

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Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 and 11% of the total trailer load within the maximum tongue load limits Towing Load/Specification chart. If the tongue load be- comes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for proper tongue load.

following

shown

the

in

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART

Unit: lb (kg)

MAXIMUM TOWING LOAD

MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD

1,000 (454)

110 (49)

TOWING SAFETY Trailer hitch Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal injury or property damage due to sway caused by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing trucks.

CAUTION

쐌 Do not use axle-mounted hitches. 쐌 The hitch should not be attached to or affect the operation of the impact- absorbing bumper.

쐌 Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, etc. to install a

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TI1012M

Maximum gross vehicle weight/ maximum gross axle weight The gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle must not exceed. GVWR shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label. The gross vehicle weight equals the combined weight of the un- loaded vehicle, passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equip- ment. In addition, front or rear gross axle weight must not exceed GAWR shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label.

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trailer hitch.

쐌 To reduce the possibility of addi- tional damage if your vehicle is struck from the rear, where practical, remove the hitch and/or receiver when not in use.

쐌 After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or dust from entering the pas- senger compartment.

쐌 Regularly check that all hitch mount-

ing bolts are securely mounted.

Tire pressures 쐌 When towing a trailer, inflate the vehicle tires to the recommended cold tire pressure indi- cated on the Tire and Loading Information label.

쐌 Trailer tire condition, size,

load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accor- dance with the trailer and tire manufacturers’ specifications.

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hicle and the trailer. The safety chain should be crossed and should be attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning corners. Trailer lights Trailer lights should comply with federal and/or local regulations. When wiring the vehicle for towing, connect the stop and tail light pickup into the vehicle electrical circuit at a point be- tween the sensor and stop light or light switch. Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is properly installed.

WARNING

Never connect a trailer brake system directly to the vehicle brake system.

Pre-towing tips 쐌 Be certain your vehicle maintains a level position when a loaded and/or unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not drive the vehicle if it has an unusual nose-up or nose-down con-

dition; check for improper tongue load, over- load, worn suspension or other possible causes of these conditions.

쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shifts while driving.

쐌 Be certain your rear view mirrors conform to If install any mirrors required for towing

all federal, state and/or local regulations. not, before driving the vehicle.

Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an understanding of the vehicle’s behavior, you should practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic. Steering stability, and braking per- formance will be somewhat different than under normal driving conditions. 쐌 Always secure items in the trailer to prevent

load shift while driving.

쐌 Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops. 쐌 Avoid sharp turns or lane changes. 쐌 Always drive your vehicle at a moderate

speed.

쐌 Always block the wheels on both vehicle and trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not recommended; however, if you must do so, and if your vehicle is equipped with automatic

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When towing a trailer, change transmis- sion oil more frequently. For additional information, see the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

first apply the parking brake transmission, and block the wheels, and then move the transmission selector lever into the P (Park) position. If you move the selector lever to the P (Park) position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking brake, the transmis- sion may get damaged.

쐌 When going down a hill, shift into a lower gear and use the engine braking effect. When ascending on a long grade, downshift the transmission to a lower gear and reduce speed to reduce chances of engine overload- ing and/or overheating.

쐌 If the engine coolant rises to an extremely high temperature when the air conditioning system is on, turn off the air conditioner. Coolant heat can be additionally vented by opening the windows, switching the fan con- trol to high and setting the temperature con- trol to the HOT position.

쐌 Trailer towing consumes more fuel than nor-

mal circumstances.

쐌 Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles

(800 km).

쐌 Have your vehicle serviced more often than at intervals specified in the recommended main- tenance schedule.

쐌 When making a turn, your trailer wheels will

be closer to the inside of the turn than your vehicle wheels. To compensate for this, make a larger than normal turning radius during the turn.

쐌 Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus- ing vehicle sway. When being passed by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible changes in crosswinds that could affect ve- hicle handling. If swaying does occur, firmly grip the steering wheel, steer straight ahead, and immediately (but gradually) reduce ve- hicle speed. This combination will help stabi- lize the vehicle. Never increase speed.

쐌 Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con- siderably more distance than normal passing. Remember the length of the trailer must also pass the other vehicle before you can safely change lanes.

쐌 To maintain engine braking efficiency and electrical charging performance, do not use 6th gear (manual transmission) or 5th posi- tion (automatic transmission).

쐌 Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced braking ef- ficiency.

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FLAT TOWING

Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is sometimes called flat towing. This method is sometimes used when towing a ve- hicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor home.

MANUAL TRANSMISSION 쐌 Always tow with the manual transmission in

Neutral.

쐌 After towing 500 miles, start and idle the engine with the transmission in Neutral for two minutes. Failure to idle the engine after every 500 miles of towing may cause damage to internal transmission parts.

CAUTION

쐌 Failure to follow these guidelines in severe transmission

can result damage.

쐌 Whenever flat towing your vehicle, always tow forward, never backward. 쐌 DO NOT tow any automatic transmis- sion vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (flat towing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE internal transmission parts due to lack of transmission lu- brication.

쐌 For emergency towing procedures see by NISSAN” in the “6. In case of emer- gency” section of this manual.

recommended

“Towing

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST be placed under the towed vehicle’s drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacturer’s recommendations when using their product.

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UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING DOT (Department Of Transportation) Quality Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.

Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

on

specified

government

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on tire wear rate when tested under controlled conditions test courses. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. How- ever, relative tire performance depends on actual driving conditions, and may vary significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road char- acteristics and climate. Traction AA, A, B and C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea- sured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con-

crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

WARNING

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to your ve- hicle tires is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not in- clude acceleration, cornering, hydro- planing, or peak traction characteristics.

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat buildup and pos- sible tire failure.

Temperature A, B and C Temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C. They represent a tire’s resistance to heat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause tire material to degener- ate, reducing tire life. Excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure. Grade C corre- sponds to a performance level which all passen- ger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of performance on laboratory test wheels than the minimum re- quired by law.

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your NISSAN vehicle is covered by the following emission warranties. For US: 쐌 Emission Defects Warranty 쐌 Emissions Performance Warranty

(See Warranty Information Booklet for de- tails.)

For Canada: 쐌 Emission Control System Warranty Details of these warranties may be found with other vehicle warranties in your Warranty Infor- mation Booklet that comes with your NISSAN vehicle. If you did not receive a Warranty Infor- mation Booklet, or it has become lost, you may obtain a replacement by writing to: 쐌 Nissan North America, Inc.

Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191
Gardena, CA 90248-0191

쐌 Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 4Z5

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US only) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- tration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying NISSAN. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or NISSAN. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at (888) 327-4236. You may also write to: NHTSA, U.S. Depart- ment of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. You may notify NISSAN by contacting our Con- sumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at 1-800- NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261).

READINESS FOR INSPECTION/ MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only) Due to legal requirements in some states/ areas, your vehicle may be required to be in what is an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis- sion control system.

called the

condition”

“ready

for

The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when it is driven through certain driving patterns. Usually, the “ready condition” can be obtained by ordinary usage of the vehicle.

If a powertrain system component is repaired or the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be reset to a not “ready condition”. Before taking the I/M test, drive the vehicle through the follow- the vehicle to the ready ing pattern to set condition. to perform the driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it for you.

If you cannot or do not want

WARNING

Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent manner according to traffic conditions, and obey all traffic laws.

1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature gauge needle points between the C and H (normal operat- ing temperature).

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2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h), then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at least 6
seconds.

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 5
minutes.

4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine running. 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h)

and maintain the speed for 20 seconds. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 3 times. 7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for at least 3 minutes. 8. Stop the vehicle. Place the automatic trans- mission gear selector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position or the manual transmis- sion shift lever in the N position.

9. Turn the engine off. 10.Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more

time.

If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac- ceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine until step 7 is completed.

EVENT DATA RECORDERS

Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of com- puters that monitor and control a number of systems to optimize performance and help ser- vice technicians with diagnosis and repair. De- pending on the equipment on your vehicle, some of the computers monitor emission control sys- tems, braking systems and air bag systems, just to name a few. Some data about vehicle opera- tion may be stored in the computers for use during servicing. Other data may be stored if a crash event occurs. For example, air bag readi- ness, air bag performance, and seat belt use by the driver or passenger may be recorded, de- pending on vehicle equipment. These types of systems are sometimes called Event Data Re- corders. Special equipment can be used to access the electronic data that may be stored in the vehi- cle’s computers (sounds are not recorded). NISSAN and NISSAN dealers have equipment to access some of this data; others may also have this equipment. The data may be retrieved during routine vehicle servicing or for special research. It might also be accessed with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee, in re- sponse to a request by law enforcement, or as otherwise required or permitted by law.

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OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals for the 2004
model year and prior, see a NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville, OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step diagnostic and adjustment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at NISSAN dealerships. Also available are genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, and genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models.

For USA: For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 2000 model year and later, contact:

Tweddle Litho Company 1-800-639-8841
www.nissan-techinfo.com

For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for the 1999 model year and prior, see a NISSAN dealer, or contact:

DDS Distribution Services, Ltd. 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville, OH 44136
1-800-247-5321

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and

For Canada: To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual please con- tact your nearest NISSAN dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN dealer in your the NISSAN Information Center at area call 1-800-387-0122
bilingual NISSAN representative will assist you. Also available are Genuine NISSAN Service and Owner’s Manuals for older NISSAN models. IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION Unfortunately, accidents do occur. In this unlikely event, there is some important information you should know. Many insurance companies rou- tinely authorize the use of non-genuine collision parts in order to cut costs, among other reasons.

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restrict

your vehicle. And some states have enacted laws that insurance companies from authorizing the use of non-genuine collision parts during the new vehicle warranty. These laws help protect you, so you can take action to protect yourself. It’s your right! If you should need further information visit us at: www.nissanusa.com.

Insist on the use of Genuine NISSAN Collision Parts! If you want your vehicle to be restored using parts made to NISSAN’s original exacting speci- fications — if you want to help it to last and hold its resale value, the solution is simple. Tell your insurance agent and your repair shop to only use Genuine NISSAN Collision Parts. NISSAN does not warrant non-NISSAN parts, nor does NISSAN’s warranty apply to damage caused by a non-genuine part. Using Genuine NISSAN Parts can help protect your personal safety, preserve your warranty protection and maintain the resale value of your vehicle. And if your vehicle was leased, using Genuine NISSAN Parts may prevent or limit unnecessary excess wear and tear expenses at the end of your lease. NISSAN designs its hoods with crumple zones to minimize the risk that the hood will penetrate the windshield of your vehicle in an accident. Non-genuine (imitation) parts may not provide such built in safeguards. Also, non-genuine parts often show premature wear, rust and cor- rosion. Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states, the law says you must be advised if non-genuine parts are used to repair

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MEMO

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10 Index

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-20
Air bag ON/OFF switch .......................................... 1-25
Air bag system

Front (See supplemental front air bag system) .................................................................. 1-15
Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system)...... 1-17
Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-20
Air bag warning light .................................... 1-21, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-18
Air conditioner

Air conditioner operation..................................... 4-3
Air conditioner service ................................ 4-3, 4-6
Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations......................................... 4-6, 9-6
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)............ 4-3
Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5
Anchor point location, Top tether strap .............. 1-37
Antenna........................................................................ 4-20
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-20
Anti-lock brake warning light.................................. 2-11
Appearance care

Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-4
Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-17
Audio operation precautions..................................... 4-7

Audio system ................................................................ 4-6
Autochanger, Compact Disc (CD) ....................... 4-18
Automatic

Anti-glare inside mirror...................................... 3-17
Automatic adjusting function (front windows) ................................................... 2-37
Automatic passenger seatback tilt function......................................................... 1-5, 3-22
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-12
Driving with automatic transmission........ 5-6, 5-9
Transmission selector lever lock release...... 5-12
Avoiding collision and rollover.................................. 5-5

Battery.......................................................................... 8-15
Battery saver system ......................................... 2-23

Battery replacement

Remote keyless entry system............................. 3-8
Before starting the engine......................................... 5-8
Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-17
Brake

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)......................... 5-20
Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-13
Brake booster ...................................................... 8-22
Brake fluid............................................................. 8-13
Brake pedal.......................................................... 8-21
Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-21
Brake system ....................................................... 5-20

Parking brake check............................... 5-14, 8-21
Parking brake operation.................................... 5-14
Warning light ....................................................... 2-12
Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-17
Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-24
Bulb check/instrument panel.................................. 2-11
Bulb replacement ...................................................... 8-25

Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-20
Cassette player (See audio system) .................... 4-17
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3
CD care and cleaning.............................................. 4-20
Child restraints........................................................... 1-29
Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-31
Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-29
Top tether strap anchor point location ......... 1-37
Child safety................................................................. 1-25
Chimes, Audible reminders..................................... 2-17