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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH (Coupe models)


REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR (if so equipped) DEFROSTER SWITCH


SIC1959


The rear window wiper and washer operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF position to operate the wiper. 쎻1 Intermittent — intermittent operation (not ad-


justable)


쎻2 Low — continuous low speed operation Push the switch forward 쎻3
to operate the washer. Then the wiper will also operate several times.


CAUTION


쐌 If the rear window wiper operation is interrupted by snow or ice, the wiper may stop moving to protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper switch to OFF and remove the snow or ice on and around the wiper arms. After about 1 minute, turn the switch ON again to operate the wiper.


쐌 The following could damage the


washer system: • Do not operate the washer continu-


ously for more than 30 seconds.


• Do not operate the washer if reser-


voir tank is empty.


WARNING


SIC1960


To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start the engine and push the switch on. The indicator light will come on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off.


It will automatically turn off in approximately 15
minutes.


In freezing temperature the washer fluid may freeze on the rear window glass and obscure your vision. Warm the rear window glass with the defroster before you wash the rear window.


CAUTION


쐌 When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch


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or damage the rear window de- froster.


쐌 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 components. (for Roadster models)


쐌 The life of xenon headlights will be shortened by frequent on-off operation. It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals (for example, when the vehicle stops at a traffic signal). Even when the daytime running lights are active (Canada only), the xenon headlights do not turn on. This way the life of the xenon headlights is not reduced.


쐌 If the xenon headlight bulb is close to burning out, the brightness will drasti- cally decrease, the light will start blink- ing, or the color of the light will become reddish. If one or more of the above signs appear, contact a NISSAN dealer.


HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH XENON HEADLIGHTS (if so equipped)


WARNING


HIGH VOLTAGE


쐌 When xenon headlights are on, they produce a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have your xenon headlights replaced at a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 Xenon headlights provide consider- ably more light than conventional headlights. If they are not correctly aimed, they might temporarily blind an oncoming driver or the driver ahead of you and cause a serious accident. If headlights are not aimed correctly, immediately take your ve- hicle 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 brightness will soon stabilize.


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SIC1961


SIC1962A


HEADLIGHT SWITCH Lighting 쎻1 Turn the switch to the


position:


The front park, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument lights will come on.


쎻2 Turn the switch to the


position:


Headlights will come on and all the other lights remain on.


Headlight beam select 쎻1 To select the high beam, push the lever forward. The high beam lights come on and illumi- the high beam indicator light nates.


쎻2 Pull the lever back to select the low beam. 쎻3 Pulling the lever toward you will flash the


headlight high beam. Battery saver system 쐌 When the headlight switch is in the


or position while the ignition switch is in the ON position, the lights will automatically


turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to the OFF position.


or


쐌 When the headlight switch remains in the position after the lights auto- matically turn off, the lights will turn on for 5
minutes when the headlight switch is turned to the OFF position and turn to the or


position.


CAUTION


쐌 Be sure to turn the light switch to the OFF position when you leave the ve- hicle for extended periods of time, otherwise the battery will go dead.


쐌 Never leave the light switch on when the engine is not running for ex- tended periods of time even if the headlights turn off automatically.


DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (Canada only) The headlights automatically illuminate at a re- duced intensity when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the position. Turn the Instruments and controls 2-23


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position for full


headlight switch to the illumination when driving at night. If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate once the parking brake is released. The daytime running lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off.


WARNING


When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others.


SIC1963


SIC2236


TURN SIGNAL SWITCH 쎻1 Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signals cancel automatically. 쎻2 Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where lights begin flashing.


INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL The instrument brightness control operates when the light switch is in the or position and the ignition switch is in the


ON position. To adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights, press the control switches located on the left side of the meter panel. Pressing the upper switch 쎻A will brighten the lights. The lower switch 쎻B will dim the lights. Repeatedly press- ing the lower switch will turn the lights off.


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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH


HORN


쐌 Do not use the hazard warning flash- ers while moving on the highway un- less unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traf- fic.


쐌 Turn signals do not work when the hazard warning flasher lights are on.


The flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch either off or on.


SIC1447


Push the switch (located on the center console) on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions. All turn signal lights will flash. Some state or provincial laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving.


WARNING


쐌 If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road.


To sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel.


SIC2195


WARNING


Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. Tam- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious per- sonal injury.


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HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)


when low or high is selected.


The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off. The indicator light will remain on as long as the switch is on.


3. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch to the OFF position (center).


An optional ventilated net seat has this built-in heater only in the seat cushion part, not in the seatback.


SIC2321


CAUTION


The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The switches located on the center console can be operated independently of each other.


1. Start the engine.


2. Select heat range.


쐌 For low heat, press the


(Low) side


of the switch.


쐌 For high heat, press the


(High) side


of the switch.


쐌 For no heat, the switch has a center OFF


position between low and high.


The indicator light in the switch will illuminate


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쐌 The battery could run down if the seat heater is operated while the en- gine is not running.


쐌 Do not use the seat heater for ex- tended periods or when no one is using the seat.


쐌 Do not put anything on the seat which insulates heat, such as a blan- ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other- wise, become the overheated.


seat may


쐌 Do not place anything hard or heavy on the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar object. This may result in damage to the heater.


쐌 Any liquid spilled on the heated seat should be removed immediately with a dry cloth.


쐌 When cleaning the seat, never use gasoline, thinner, or any similar ma- terials.


쐌 If any abnormalities are found or the heated seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by your NISSAN dealer.


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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)


TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) OFF SWITCH (if so equipped)


Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See “Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Start- ing and driving” section.


SIC1881


The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ON for most driving conditions.


When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to re- duce wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.


To cancel the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system, push the VDC OFF switch (located on the lower side of the instrument panel) to turn off indicator light will come the system. The on.


SIC1967


The vehicle should be driven with the Traction Control System (TCS) ON for most driving conditions. To cancel the Traction Control System (TCS), push the TCS OFF switch (located on the lower side of the instrument panel). The indicator light will come on. Push it again or restart the engine to turn the system back on. See “Traction control system (TCS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.


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CLOCK


POWER OUTLET


until the clock display starts to flash. Type B (Audio with cassette player): Push and hold the RPT button 쎻B until the clock display starts to flash.


2. Push the SEEK/TRACK button 쎻C (


) to adjust the hour. Push the TUNE the side will side


button 쎻D minute. Pushing the advance the time and the will turn back the time.


to adjust


3. Push the DISP button 쎻A (Type A), or DISP 쎻A or RPT 쎻B button (Type B) to finish the adjustment.


or


or


Resetting Type A (Audio without cassette player): Push the DISP 쎻A and TUNE 쎻D buttons. Type B (Audio with cassette player): Push the RPT 쎻B and TUNE 쎻D buttons. The time will be set to a time signal. For example, if these buttons are pushed while the time is between 8:00 and 8:29, the display will be reset is between 8:30 and 8:59, the display will be reset to 9:00. At the same time the display will return to the previous audio mode.


If pushed while it


to 8:00.


The power outlet is for powering electrical ac- cessories such as cellular telephones.


Front


SIC2258


CAUTION


쐌 Use caution as the socket and plug may be hot during or immediately after use.


쐌 This power outlet is not designed for


use with a cigarette lighter unit.


쐌 Do not use accessories that exceed a combined power draw of 12 volt,


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SIC2318


The digital clock (in the audio unit) displays time when the ignition key is in the ACC or ON position. If the battery cable is disconnected, the clock will reset its time and the correct time will not be indicated. Readjust the time. ADJUSTING THE TIME Adjust the time in the following steps: 1. Switch the display to the clock adjusting


mode. Type A (Audio without cassette player): Push and hold the DISP (Clock) button 쎻A


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STORAGE


쐌 Before inserting or disconnecting a plug, be sure to turn off the power switch of electrical accessory being used or the ACC power of the vehicle. 쐌 Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good contact is not made, the plug may overheat or the internal tem- perature fuse may blow.


쐌 Do not allow water to contact the socket. When not in use, be sure to close the lid.


Rear


SIC1968


120W (10A) for both the front and rear power outlets. Do not use double adapters or more than one accessory with a single power outlet. 쐌 Use this power outlet with the engine running. (If the engine is stopped, this could result in a discharged bat- tery.)


쐌 Avoid using when the air conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on.


SIC2259


INSTRUMENT POCKET (except for navigation system equipped models) 쎻a To open the lid, push the button. 쎻b To close, pull the lid down.


WARNING


쐌 The instrument pocket should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.


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쐌 Keep the pocket lid closed while driv- ing to help prevent injury in an acci- dent or a sudden stop.


For navigation system equipped models: The lid is an electronic type. See the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual for the op- eration.


CAUTION


쐌 Do not use for anything other than


glasses.


쐌 Do not leave glasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the glasses.


SIC2317


SUNGLASSES HOLDER (Coupe models) The sunglasses holder can be opened by push- ing the button 쎻A .


WARNING


쐌 The sunglasses holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.


쐌 Keep the sunglasses holder closed while driving to prevent an accident.


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SIC1972


TRAY The tray can be removed for cleaning by pulling upward 쎻A .


WARNING


The tray should not be used while driv- ing so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.


CUP HOLDERS


WARNING


The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.


CAUTION


쐌 Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your pas- senger.


쐌 Use only soft cups in the cup holder. Hard objects can injure you in an accident.


SIC1973


Center console: The cup holder is in the center console box. Push the button 쎻1 to open the console box lid. The cup holder can be removed for cleaning by pulling it up 쎻2 . For larger cups, push down the flap 쎻A .


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SIC1974


Passenger’s side: To use the cup holder, push it once 쎻1 and pull it out 쎻2 until a click is heard. Avoid applying excessive force to the cup holder.


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SIC1976


SIC2218


CONSOLE BOX Pushing the button 쎻1 will open the lid slightly, then pull up the lid manually 쎻2 . The center console box is equipped with a cup holder 쎻A and a card holder 쎻B . The cup holder 쎻A can be removed by pulling it up.


WARNING


The center console box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.


If objects (coins, etc.) fall into the rear section of the center console box, remove the rear wall 쎻C of the box as shown, and pick up the objects.


CAUTION


Be careful not to pinch your fingers when removing the rear wall 쎻C .


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SIC1975


SIC2377


SIC1977


REAR FLOOR BOX The rear floor box is located behind the passen- ger’s seat. Fold the seat to use the rear floor box. When locking or unlocking the rear floor box, use the master key. The rear floor box may be opened by pulling the handle. The rear floor box light illuminates when the box lid is opened with the headlight switch ON.


The rear floor box has another storage space under the bottom plate.


WARNING


Keep rear floor box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an acci- dent or a sudden stop.


REAR PARCEL BOX Push the upper part of the lid to open the rear parcel box. For models without the Navigation system, two boxes are available.


WARNING


쐌 The rear parcel box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.


쐌 Keep rear parcel box lid closed while driving to help prevent injury in an


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into left side of the luggage area 쎻1 then put the bag down 쎻2 .


accident or a sudden stop.


STOWING GOLF BAGS Follow the instructions here to stow golf bags in the rear cargo space of your vehicle. Normally two bags can be stowed in the luggage area (Coupe models) or one bag in the trunk (Road- ster models). However, in some cases you may not be able to stow the above number of golf bags in your vehicle, depending on their sizes or types.


SIC2196


Coupe models Normally, two standard golf bags can be stowed across the strut tower bar in the luggage area as illustrated (A and B). When stowing a golf bag A in the rear space, insert the top of the golf bag


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COAT HOOK


WINDOWS


POWER WINDOWS


WARNING


쐌 Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before clos- ing the windows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows.


쐌 Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches or controls and become trapped in a window. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.


SIC2378


The hooks are located above the side windows as shown in the illustration. CAUTION: Do not place items which are more than 2
lb (1 kg) on the hook.


SIC2237


Roadster models Normally, one standard golf bag C can be stowed in the trunk. Insert the top of the golf bag into left side of the trunk 쎻1 then put the bag down 쎻2 .


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SIC1978


SIC1892


SIC1979


The power windows operate when the ignition key is in the ON position and for about 45
seconds, after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. If the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door is opened during this period of about 45 seconds, power to the windows is canceled. To open or close the window, push down or pull up the switch and hold it. The main switch (driver side switches) will open or close all the win- dows.


The passenger side switch will open or close only the corresponding window. To open or close the window, hold the switch down or up. The power window switches will be deactivated during the soft top operation. (Roadster models) Locking passenger’s window When the lock button is pushed in, only the driver side window can be opened or closed. Push it in again to cancel.


Automatic operation To fully open or close the window, completely press or lift the switch and release it; it need not be held. The window will automatically open or close all the way. To stop the window, just press or lift the switch on the opposite side. Auto reverse function If the control unit detects something caught in a window as it moves up, the window will be immediately lowered. The auto reverse function can be activated when a window is closed by automatic operation when the ignition key is in the ON position or for about


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AUTOMATIC ADJUSTING FUNCTION


CAUTION


When the battery cable is removed from the battery terminal, do not close either of the front doors. The automatic win- dow adjusting function will not work, and the side roof panel/top side rail may be damaged.


The power window has an automatic adjusting function. When the door is being opened, the window is automatically lowered slightly to avoid contact between the window and the side roof panel/top side rail. When the door is closed, the window is automatically raised slightly.


45 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. Depending on the environment or driving conditions, the auto reverse function may be activated if an impact or load similar to something being caught in the window occurs.


WARNING


There are some small distances imme- diately before the closed position which cannot be detected. Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc., in- side the vehicle before closing the win- dow.


Automatic window lowering (Roadster models) When the soft top operating switch is pressed, the power windows will automatically be low- ered completely. The windows do not rise auto- matically after the soft top open/close operation is completed. Use the power window switches to raise them.


INTERIOR LIGHTS


SIC1980A


Coupe models


INTERIOR The interior light has a two-position switch. (쎻A : DOOR, 쎻B : OFF) When the switch is in the DOOR position, the light will illuminate when a door is opened.


The light will stay on for about 30 seconds when: 쐌 The doors are unlocked by the keyfob, a key or the power door lock switch while all doors are closed.


쐌 The driver’s door is opened and then closed while the key is removed from the ignition switch.


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VANITY MIRROR LIGHT (if so equipped)


SIC1859


The light on the vanity mirror will turn on when the cover on the vanity mirror is opened. When the vanity mirror light stays on, it will automatically turn off 30 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to the OFF position. To turn on the light again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position.


ignition switch has been turned to the OFF position. To turn on the light again, turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The map and vanity mirror lights will automati- cally turn off 30 minutes after the latest operation of the following with the ignition switch in the ACC or OFF position: 쐌 Opening or closing any door 쐌 Locking or unlocking with the keyfob, a key or


the power door lock switch


쐌 Inserting or removing a key from the ignition


switch


These lights will turn on again when any of the above operations is performed after the lights have turned off automatically. (The lights will turn off 30 minutes after the latest operation of the above as well.)


CAUTION


쐌 Turn off the lights when you leave the


vehicle.


쐌 Do not use the lights for extended periods of time with the engine stopped. This could result in a dis- charged battery.


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SIC2238
쐌 The key is removed from the ignition switch


Roadster models


while all doors are closed.


The interior light will turn off while the 30 second timer is activated, when: 쐌 The driver’s door is locked either with the keyfob, a key or the power door lock switch.


쐌 The ignition switch is turned ON. MAP To turn on the light, push the plastic surface 쎻C of the light. Push it again to turn off the light. When the map light stays on, it will auto- matically turn off 30 minutes after the 2-38 Instruments and controls


LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT (Coupe models) The light illuminates when the rear hatch is opened. When the rear hatch is closed, the light will go off.


TRUNK LIGHT (Roadster models)


illuminates when the trunk lid is The light opened. When the trunk lid is closed, the light will go off.


HomeLink UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER (if so equipped) The HomeLink Universal Transceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into one built-in device. HomeLink Universal Transceiver: 쐌 Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF) devices such as garage doors, gates, home and office lighting, entry door locks and se- curity systems.


쐌 Is powered by your vehicle’s battery. No separate batteries are required. If the vehi- cle’s battery is discharged or is discon- nected, HomeLink will retain all program- ming.


Once the HomeLink Universal Transceiver is programmed, retain the original trans- mitter for future programming procedures (for example, new vehicle purchases). Upon sale of the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink Universal Transceiver buttons should be erased for security purposes. For additional information, refer to “Pro- gramming HomeLink ” later in this sec- tion.


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WARNING


쐌 Do not use the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by fed- eral safety standards. (These stan- dards became effective for opener models manufactured after April 1, 1982). A garage door opener which cannot detect an object in the path of a closing garage door and then auto- matically stop and reverse, does not meet current federal safety stan- dards. Using a garage door opener without these features increases the risk of serious injury or death.


쐌 During programming, your garage door or gate may open or close. Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or gate that you are programming.


쐌 Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver.


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PROGRAMMING HomeLink To program your HomeLink Transceiver to op- erate a garage door, gate, or entry door opener, home or office lighting, you need to be at the same location as the device. Note: Garage door openers (manufactured after 1996) have “rolling code protection”. To program a garage door opener equipped with “rolling code protection”; you will need to use a ladder to get up to the garage door opener motor to be able to access the “smart or learn” program button.


SIC2247


1. To begin, press and hold the 2 outer HomeLink buttons (to clear the memory) until the indicator light blinks slowly (after 20
seconds). Release both buttons.


2. Position the end of the hand-held transmitter sur-


1-3 inches away from the HomeLink face.


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grammed HomeLink when the device begins to activate.


button -


releasing


5.


If the indicator light on the HomeLink blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns solid, HomeLink has picked up a “rolling code” garage door opener signal. You will need to proceed with the next steps to train the to complete the programming HomeLink which may require a ladder and another person for convenience.


6. Press and release the “smart” or “learn” program button located on the garage door opener’s motor to activate the “training mode”. This button is usually located near the antenna wire that hangs down from the mo- tor. If the wire originates from under a light lens, you will need to remove the lens to access the program button.


NOTE: Once you have pressed and released the program button on the garage door open- er’s motor and the “training light” is lit, you have 30 seconds in which to perform step 7. Use the help of a second person for convenience to assist when performing this step. 7. Quickly within 30 seconds of pressing and releasing the garage door opener program


SIC2248


3. Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink button you want to program and the hand-held transmitter but- ton. DO NOT release the buttons until step 4 has been completed.


4. Hold down both buttons until the indicator light on the HomeLink flashes, changing from a “slow blink” to a “rapidly flashing blink”. This could take up to 90 seconds. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. The rapidly flashing light indicates successful programming. To activate the garage door or other pro- grammed device, press and hold the pro-


firmly press


the button, HomeLink button you’ve just programmed. Press and release the HomeLink button up to three times to complete the training.


and release


8. Your HomeLink button should now be pro- (To program the remaining buttons for additional door or


grammed. HomeLink gate openers, follow steps 2-8 only.


NOTE:


Do not repeat step one unless you want to “clear” programmed HomeLink buttons).


previously


all


If you have any questions or are having difficulty programming your HomeLink buttons, please to the HomeLink web site at: ww- refer w.homelink.com or call 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1- 800-647-7261). PROGRAMMING HomeLink FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS Prior to 1992, D.O.C. regulations required hand- held transmitters to stop transmitting after 2
seconds. To program your hand-held transmitter to HomeLink , continue to press and hold the HomeLink button (note steps 2 through 4
under “Programming HomeLink ”) while you press and re-press (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter every 2 seconds until the indicator Instruments and controls 2-41


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light flashes rapidly (indicating successful pro- gramming). NOTE:


If programming a garage door opener, etc., it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent possible damage to the garage door opener compo- nents. OPERATING THE HomeLink UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER The HomeLink Universal Transceiver (once programmed) may now be used to activate the garage door, etc. To operate, simply press the appropriate programmed HomeLink Universal Transceiver button. The red indicator light will illuminate while the signal is being transmitted. PROGRAMMING TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS If the HomeLink does not quickly learn the hand-held transmitter information: 쐌 replace the hand-held transmitter batteries


with new batteries.


쐌 position the hand-held transmitter with its battery area facing away from the HomeLink surface.


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쐌 press and hold both the HomeLink


and hand-held transmitter buttons without inter- ruption.


쐌 position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5
inches (50 to 127 mm) away from the HomeLink surface. Hold the transmitter in that position for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink is not programmed within that time, try holding the transmitter in another position - keeping the indicator light in view at all times.


If you continue to have programming difficulties, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department. The phone numbers are located in the Foreword of this Owner’s Manual. CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED INFORMATION Individual buttons cannot be cleared, however to clear all programming, press and hold the two outside buttons and release when the indicator light begins to flash (approximately 20 seconds).


REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE HomeLink BUTTON To reprogram a HomeLink Universal Trans- ceiver button, complete the following.


1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink but- ton. Do not release the button until step 4
has been completed.


2. When the indicator


light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds), position the hand- held transmitter 2 to 5 inches (50 to 127 mm) away from the HomeLink surface.


3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter


button.


4. The HomeLink indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons.


The HomeLink Universal Transceiver button has now been reprogrammed. The new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that was just programmed. This proce- dure will not affect any other programmed HomeLink buttons. IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN If your vehicle is stolen, you should change the codes of any non-rolling code device that has


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been programmed into HomeLink . Consult the Owner’s Manual of each device or call the manufacturer or dealer of those devices for additional information. When your vehicle is recovered, you will need to reprogram the HomeLink Univer- sal Transceiver with your new transmitter information. FCC Notice: This device complies with FCC rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The transmitter has been tested and com- plies with FCC and DOC/MDC rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device. DOC: ISTC 1763K1313
FCC I.D.: CB2V67690


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MEMO


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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments


Keys ......................................................................................... 3-2
Doors ....................................................................................... 3-2
Locking with key ............................................................. 3-3
Locking with inside lock knob ..................................... 3-3
Locking with power door lock switch ....................... 3-4
Remote keyless entry system ............................................ 3-4
How to use remote keyless entry system ................ 3-5
Battery replacement ....................................................... 3-8
Hood ........................................................................................ 3-9
Rear hatch (Coupe models) .............................................. 3-9
Opener operation ......................................................... 3-10
Secondary rear hatch release .................................... 3-10
Trunk lid (Roadster models) ............................................ 3-11
Opener operation ......................................................... 3-11
Interior trunk lid release ............................................... 3-12
Secondary trunk lid release ........................................ 3-13
Fuel filler lid ......................................................................... 3-13


Opener operation ......................................................... 3-13
Fuel filler cap ................................................................. 3-14
Steering wheel .................................................................... 3-15
Tilt operation .................................................................. 3-15
Extension sun visor (if so equipped) ........................... 3-16
Mirrors ................................................................................... 3-16
Inside mirror ................................................................... 3-16
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror (if so equipped) ........................................................... 3-17
Outside mirrors ........................................................... 3-17
Soft top operation (Roadster models) ........................... 3-18
Before operating the top ............................................. 3-18
When operating the top .............................................. 3-20
Opening the top ............................................................ 3-23
Closing the top .............................................................. 3-24
If the top does not open or close electrically ........ 3-24
Care of the soft top and the vehicle body.............. 3-27


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KEYS


DOORS


NISSAN does not record any key numbers so it is very important to keep track of your key number plate. A key number is only necessary when you have lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate from. If you still have a key, this key can be duplicated by your NISSAN dealer. Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) KEY - Master and Valet keys: As many as 5 keys can be used with one vehicle. New keys must be registered to the NVIS com- ponents in your vehicle by your NISSAN dealer. At this time, you should bring all NVIS keys that you have to your NISSAN dealer for registration. This is because the registration process will erase all memory of the NVIS components.


CAUTION


Do not allow the NVIS key, which con- tains an electrical transponder, to come in contact with salt water. This could cause the system to malfunction.


WARNING


쐌 Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from uninten- tionally opening the doors, and will help keep out intruders.


쐌 Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic. 쐌 Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.


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SPA1379C


You can only drive your vehicle using the master or valet keys which are registered to the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS) components in your vehicle. These keys have a transponder chip in the key head.


The master key can be used for all the locks.


The valet key cannot be used for the rear floor box lock. To protect belongings when you leave a key with someone, give them the valet key only. Never leave these keys in the vehicle. A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. 3-2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments


will unlock the passenger’s door. Opening and closing windows Turn the driver’s door key towards the front of the vehicle (UNLOCK position) and hold for about 1 second, all door windows will begin to lower. To close all door windows, turn the key to the LOCK position and hold for about 1 second. To stop opening or closing, turn the key to the neutral position. In the event of a hand in the way, or other obstruction, the auto reverse function will acti- vate.


SPA1503


LOCKING WITH KEY The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors including the rear hatch/trunk lid simultaneously. 쐌 Turning the driver’s door key to the rear of the vehicle will lock all doors including the rear hatch/trunk lid.


쐌 Turning the driver’s door key one time to the front of the vehicle will unlock the driver’s door and rear hatch/trunk lid. From that po- sition, returning the key to neutral (where the key can only be removed and inserted) and turning it to the front again within 5 seconds


SPA1504


LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB Pushing the door inside lock knob to the LOCK or UNLOCK position will lock or unlock the corresponding door. (The rear hatch/trunk lid lock is linked with the driver side door lock.) To individually lock the doors from the outside (without a key), move the inside lock knob to the LOCK position. Then close the door. When locking the door without a key, be sure not to leave the key inside the vehicle.


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쐌 Do not allow the keyfob to become


wet.


쐌 Do not drop the keyfob. 쐌 Do not strike the keyfob sharply


against another object.


쐌 Do not place the keyfob for an ex- tended period in an area where tem- peratures exceed 140°F (60°C).


If a keyfob is lost or stolen, NISSAN recommends erasing the ID code of that keyfob. This will prevent the keyfob from unauthorized use to unlock the vehicle. For information regarding the erasing procedure, please contact a NISSAN dealer.


REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM It is possible to lock/unlock all doors (including the rear hatch/trunk lid), release the rear hatch/trunk lid and activate the panic alarm by using the keyfob from outside the vehicle. Before locking the doors, make sure the key is not left in the vehicle. The keyfob can operate at a distance of approxi- mately 33 ft (The effective distance depends upon the conditions around the vehicle.) As many as 5 keyfobs can be used with one vehicle. For information concerning the purchase and use of additional keyfobs, contact your NISSAN dealer.


(10 m) from the vehicle.


The keyfob will not function when: 쐌 the battery is discharged, 쐌 the distance between the vehicle and the


keyfob is over 33 ft (10 m).


The panic alarm and the rear hatch/trunk lid release will not activate when the key is in the ignition switch.


CAUTION


The following conditions or occurrences will damage the keyfob.


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SPA1505


LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH All door locks will be engaged when the power door lock switch is moved to the LOCK position with the driver’s or front passenger’s door open. Then close the door and all doors will be locked. Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver or front passenger) is moved to the LOCK position with the key in the ignition and any door open, all doors will lock and unlock automatically. This helps to prevent the keys from being accidentally locked inside the vehicle. 3-4 Pre-driving checks and adjustments


5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the


horn chirps once.


쐌 When the LOCK button is pushed with all doors locked, the hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once as a reminder that the doors are already locked.


*1: Doors lock with the keyfob while a key is in the ignition switch. However, the panic alarm and the rear hatch/trunk lid release will not activate when the key is in the ignition switch.


*2: Doors lock with the keyfob while the ignition switch is in the ON position. However, the hazard indicator and horn will not function. *3: Doors lock with the keyfob while any door is open. However, the hazard indicator and horn will not function.


Unlocking doors 1. Push the UNLOCK button on the keyfob


once.


쐌 The driver’s door and rear hatch/trunk lid


unlock.


쐌 The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors are completely closed with the ignition key in any position except the ON position.


쐌 The interior light turns on and the light timer


activates for 30 seconds when the switch is in the DOOR position with the ignition key in any position except the ON position.


2. Push the UNLOCK button on the keyfob


again within 5 seconds.


쐌 Passenger’s door unlocks. 쐌 The hazard indicator flashes once if all doors


are completely closed.


All doors will be locked automatically unless one of the following operations is performed within 1
minute of pressing the UNLOCK button. 쐌 Any door or rear hatch/trunk lid is opened. 쐌 The ignition switch is turned to the ON


position.


The interior light can be turned off without waiting for 30 seconds by turning the ignition switch to the ON position or by locking the doors with the keyfob. Opening the windows Push the UNLOCK button on the keyfob and the driver’s door will unlock.


Continue to press the UNLOCK button for 3
seconds. All the door windows will start to be lowered.


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SPA1433C


HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Locking doors 1. Remove the ignition key.*1 *2


2. Close all the doors.*3


3. Push the LOCK button on the keyfob.


4. All the doors will lock. All of the doors will lock when the LOCK button on the keyfob is pushed even though a door remains open and/or the ignition key is in the ON position.


쐌 The LOCK or


pressed, or


the UNLOCK button is


쐌 The PANIC or the HATCH/TRUNK button is pushed on the keyfob for longer than 0.5
seconds.


Keep pressing the UNLOCK button until the windows are fully open.


To stop lowering the windows, release the UN- LOCK button.


To start lowering the windows again, press the UNLOCK button again for 3 more seconds. Releasing the rear hatch/trunk lid 1. Push the HATCH/TRUNK button on the key- fob for longer than 0.5 seconds with the key removed from the ignition key cylinder.


2. The rear hatch (Coupe) or trunk lid (Road-


ster) opens.


Using the panic alarm If you are near your vehicle and feel threatened, you may activate the alarm to call attention as follows:


1. Push the PANIC button on the keyfob for longer than 0.5 seconds with the key removed from the ignition key cylinder.


2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will


stay on for 30 seconds.


3. The panic alarm stops when: 쐌 It has run for 30 seconds, or


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once and the horn chirps once.


SPA1260


Setting hazard indicator and horn mode This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn mode when you first receive the vehicle. In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the LOCK button is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once. When the UNLOCK button is pushed, the hazard indi- cator flashes once. If hazard indicator and horn mode is not neces- sary, you can switch to hazard indicator only mode by following the switching procedure. In hazard indicator only mode, when the LOCK


button is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes twice. When the UNLOCK button is pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the horn oper- ates.


(Switching procedure)


Push the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the keyfob simultaneously for more than 2 seconds to switch from one mode to the other.


When pushing the buttons to set hazard indica- tor only mode, the hazard indicator flashes 3
times. When pushing the buttons to set hazard indica- tor and horn mode, the hazard indicator flashes


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could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de- vice may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.


Recommended battery: CR2025 or equiva- lent Make sure that the ⊕ side faces the bottom case.


3. Close the lid securely.


4. Push the keyfob button two or three times to


check its operation.


See your NISSAN dealer if you need any assis- tance for replacement. If the battery is removed for any reason other than replacement, perform step 4
above. 쐌 Be careful not to touch the circuit board


and the battery terminal.


쐌 An improperly disposed battery can harm the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.


쐌 The keyfob is water-resistant; however, if it gets wet, immediately wipe it com- pletely dry.


쐌 When changing batteries, do not let


dust or oil get on the keyfob.


FCC Notice: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer compliance


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SDI1608


BATTERY REPLACEMENT Replace the battery as follows:


1. Open the lid using a suitable tool.


2. Replace the battery with a new one.


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HOOD


REAR HATCH (Coupe models)


WARNING


Do not drive with the rear hatch open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Precautions when starting and driving” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for exhaust gas.


1. Pull the hood lock release handle 쎻1 located below the instrument panel; the hood will then spring up slightly.


2. Raise the lever 쎻2 at the front of the hood


with your fingertips and raise the hood. Insert the assist bar into the slot 쎻3 in the front edge of the hood.


3.


4. When closing the hood, reset the assist bar to its original position, then slowly close the hood and make sure it locks into place.


SPA1506


WARNING


쐌 Make sure the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Failure to do so could cause the hood to fly open and result in an accident. 쐌 If you see steam or smoke coming to


from the engine compartment, avoid injury do not open the hood.


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쐌 Press the power door lock switch to the


UNLOCK side.


The rear hatch employs a spring component which enables you to lift up the hatch by one hand. Because of this, sometimes the rear hatch may clatter when the lock is released, but it is not a malfunction. To close, push the rear hatch down securely. The rear hatch release switch is linked with the driver side door lock. To open the rear hatch, unlock the driver side door.


SPA1507


OPENER OPERATION The rear hatch release switch is located be- tween the license plate lights.


To open the rear hatch, unlock it with one of the following operations then push the release switch: 쐌 Press the UNLOCK button on the keyfob once. (Pressing the HATCH/TRUNK button on the keyfob can open the rear hatch at once without pushing the release switch.)


쐌 Insert the key into the door key cylinder and


turn the door key counterclockwise once.


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SPA1556


SECONDARY REAR HATCH RELEASE The secondary rear hatch release mechanism allows opening the rear hatch in the event of discharged battery or emergency. The release (string) handle is located under the strut tower bar inside the luggage compartment. To open the rear hatch from the inside, firmly pull the release handle to the direc- tion shown above until the lock releases.


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TRUNK LID (Roadster models)


WARNING


쐌 Do not drive with the trunk lid open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. See “Precautions when starting and driving” in the “5. Starting and driv- ing” section for exhaust gas.


쐌 Closely supervise children when they are around your vehicle to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously injured. Keep the car locked with the trunk closed when not in use, and prevent children’s access to car keys.


쐌 Press the power door lock switch to the UNLOCK side. (After locking the doors with a keyfob, this switch is not available due to the security system.)


To close, push the trunk lid down securely. The trunk lid release switch is linked with the driver side door lock. To open the trunk lid, unlock the driver side door.


SPA1685


OPENER OPERATION The trunk lid release switch is located between the license plate lights.


To open the trunk lid, unlock it with one of the following operations then push the release switch: 쐌 Press the UNLOCK button on the keyfob once. (Pressing the HATCH/TRUNK button on the keyfob can open the trunk lid at once without pushing the release switch.)


쐌 Insert the key into the door key cylinder and


turn it counterclockwise once.


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The interior trunk lid release mechanism pro- vides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. The handle 쎻A is located inside the trunk com- partment as illustrated. To open the trunk lid from the inside, pull the release handle towards you until the lock releases and push up on the trunk lid. The release lever is made of a material that glows in the dark after a brief exposure to ambient light.


SPA1686


SPA1687


Cancel switch When the cancel switch (located inside the rear floor box) is OFF, the trunk lid cannot be opened with the release switch. It can be opened only by pushing the HATCH/TRUNK button on the key- fob.


INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE


WARNING


Closely supervise children when they are around cars to prevent them from playing and becoming locked in the trunk where they could be seriously in- jured. Keep the car locked, with the trunk closed, when not in use, and pre- vent children’s access to car keys.


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SPA1688


SECONDARY TRUNK LID RELEASE The secondary trunk lid release mechanism al- lows opening the trunk lid in the event of dis- charged battery or emergency. Remove the cover 쎻1 (located inside of the rear floor box) using a suitable tool 쎻2 as shown. Access the release (string) handle 쎻3 . To open the trunk lid from the inside, firmly pull the release handle to the direction shown above until the lock releases.


FUEL FILLER LID


SPA1508


OPENER OPERATION To open the fuel filler lid, push the opener switch located below the instrument panel. To lock, close the fuel filler lid securely.


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off automatically. Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possibly a fire.


쐌 Use only an original equipment type fuel filler cap as a replacement. It has a built-in safety valve needed for proper operation of the fuel system and emission control system. An in- correct cap can result in a serious It malfunction and possible injury. could also cause the malfunc- tion indicator lamp to come on.


쐌 Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity can cause an explosion of flammable liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death when filling portable fuel containers: — Always place the container on the


ground when filling.


— Do not use electronic devices


while filling.


FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is a ratcheting type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard.


Hang the string of the cap on the hook as shown while refueling.


WARNING


쐌 Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain condi- tions. You could be burned or seri- ously injured if is misused or


it


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SPA1509


mishandled. Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks near the vehicle when refueling.


쐌 Fuel may be under pressure. Turn the cap a third of a turn, and wait for any hissing sound to stop to prevent fuel from spraying out and possible per- sonal injury. Then remove the cap.


쐌 Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts


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— Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are filling it.


— Use only approved portable fuel


containers for flammable liquid.


쐌 Never pour fuel into the throttle body


to attempt to start your vehicle.


CAUTION


쐌 If fuel is spilled on the car body, flush it away with water to avoid paint damage.


쐌 Tighten until the fuel filler cap clicks. Failure to tighten the fuel filler cap mal- properly may cause the function indicator lamp (MIL) to illu- lamp illuminates minate. If the because the fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The lamp should turn off after a few lamp does driving trips. If the not turn off after a few driving trips,


STEERING WHEEL


have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 For additional information, see the “Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section.


SPA1510


TILT OPERATION Push the lock lever down and adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Push the lock lever up securely to lock the steering wheel in place.


WARNING


Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident.


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EXTENSION SUN VISOR (if so equipped)


MIRRORS


CAUTION


Store the main sun visor after storing the extension sun visor.


To use the extension sun visor, pull it out from the main sun visor as shown.


PD1006M


INSIDE MIRROR The night position will reduce glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you at night.


WARNING


Use the night position only when neces- sary, because it reduces rear view clar- ity.


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SPA1592A


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The outside mirror will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. Turn the control knob (located on the driver side door armrest) to right or left to select the right or left outside mirror, then adjust using the knob.


SPA1709


SPA1390


AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE INSIDE MIRROR (if so equipped) The inside mirror is designed so that it automati- cally changes reflection according to the inten- sity of the headlight of the following vehicle.


When the inside mirror is in the AUTO position, excessive glare from the headlights of the ve- hicle behind you will be reduced. When the switch of the inside mirror is in the OFF position, the inside mirror will operate normally.


For HomeLink Universal Transceiver, see the description in the “2. Instruments and controls” section.


OUTSIDE MIRRORS


WARNING


Objects viewed in the outside mirror on the passenger side are closer than they appear. Be careful when moving to the right. Using only this mirror could cause an accident. Use inside mirror or glance over your shoulder to properly judge distances to other objects.


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SOFT TOP OPERATION (Roadster models)


IC0565


Foldable outside mirrors Fold the outside mirror by pushing it toward the rear of the vehicle.


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1. Soft top operating switch


Interior/exterior view


2. Soft top indicator light (on the combination


meter)


3. Top side rail


4. Top latch lever


5. Soft top


6. Top storage lid


7. Trunk lid


8. Rear window


9. Rear section of the top


SPA1689


BEFORE OPERATING THE TOP The soft top of your 350Z Roadster is electrically operated. You can fully open or close the top only by pressing the operating switch (on the lower side of the instrument panel). The soft top operating switch must be operated under all of the following conditions: 쐌 When the foot brake pedal is depressed. 쐌 When the vehicle is stopped. 쐌 When the engine is running.


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face of the top completely before opening it.


쐌 Do not open the top when it is wet or damp. This may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material.


쐌 Be sure to turn off the rear window defroster switch. Never turn it on while the top is being operated or fully opened. The heat may damage the top material.


CAUTION


Always keep the engine running while operating the soft top. The top will also operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position, but run the engine to prevent a discharged battery.


Be sure to follow the operating instructions, and all the warnings and cautions in this section. Improper operation of the top could cause a system malfunction, damage, or deterio- ration of the top material and related parts.


WARNING


쐌 Park the vehicle in a safe and level


place and apply the parking brake.


쐌 Make sure the area is clear of ob- stacles and there is enough clear- ance over the top (for example, in a garage or a covered area). More than approximately 6.6 ft (2 m) from the ground is required to open or close the top safely. Otherwise, the top may damage any objects above it


while moving. The top operating sys- tem could also be damaged.


쐌 Do not operate the top in a strong wind. It could be blown by the wind, striking someone or damage the top. 쐌 Do not allow anyone to stand up or extend any portion of their body out of the opening while the vehicle is in motion or while the top is being op- erated.


쐌 In an accident you could be thrown from the vehicle with an open top. Always use seat belts and proper child restraints.


CAUTION


쐌 Do not operate the top when the temperature is below 32°F (0°C). This may result in damage to the top ma- terial or operating system.


쐌 Remove water drops, snow,


ice or sand from the top, and dry the sur-


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WHEN OPERATING THE TOP


WARNING


Keep hands and other parts of the body away from moving parts such as the top, storage lid and power windows.


CAUTION


Keep all parts of the top linkage clear of obstructions, or the top latch may not be securely locked.


vehicle body.


쐌 Do not place anything in the top stor- age area. The top will not fit there properly, and this could damage the top and/or the vehicle body.


쐌 Do not sit or place excessive weight on the top and the storage lid, espe- cially when the top is being operated. The top may be damaged.


쐌 Do not drive the vehicle with the top partially opened. Always make sure the top is either fully opened or closed before driving.


쐌 Secure items so that they cannot be blown from the vehicle while driving with the top open.


쐌 When a child restraint is installed in the passenger seat, be sure to turn the seatback tilt cancel switch (lo- cated on the passenger seatback) to the CANCEL position, or the child restraint may be damaged.


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SPA1701


CAUTION


쐌 Do not place any objects between the top cloth and the structure. Doing so could interfere with top operation and cause damage to the top operat- ing system or the objects.


쐌 Do not place anything on the top and the storage lid. Even small items may interfere with the top operation and could cause damage to the top or the


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NOTE: 쐌 In case of low battery or low tempera- ture, the top may temporarily stop mov- ing during the operation. This functions to protect the top control mechanism, and it is not a malfunction.


쐌 If the top is opened and closed repeat- edly in a short period of time, it may stop moving to protect the top motor. Wait for a few minutes before operating the top again.


Top latch lever The soft top has three locking points to engage the front edge of the top to the vehicle body. Operating the top latch lever enables you to lock or unlock all three locking points at the same time.


CAUTION


Before opening the top, be sure to release the top latch. After closing, securely engage the top to the vehicle body.


To release the latch (before opening the top): 쎻1 Push the safety switch 쎻A . 쎻2 The latch lever 쎻B is lowered. 쎻3 Swing the lever forward until the latch is


released.


To engage the latch (after closing the top):


Check that the top is in the fully closed position. 쎻1 Push the safety switch 쎻A . 쎻2 The latch lever 쎻B is lowered.

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