2006 Nissan 350z Owners Manual

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points between the C and H (normal operat- ing temperature). 2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h), then quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at least 10 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 9 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 10 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- Technical and consumer information 9-25 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 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, engine systems, trans- mission systems, tire pressure systems and air bag systems. Some data about vehicle operation may be stored in the computers for use during servicing. Other data may be stored if a crash event occurs. For example, air bag readiness, air bag performance, and seat belt use by the driver or passenger may be recorded, depending on vehicle equipment. These types of systems are sometimes called Event Data Recorders. 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. OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION 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 1-800-450-9491 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: Resolve Corporation 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville, OH 44136 1-800-247-5321 9-26 Technical and consumer information 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 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 (for U.S. customers) or www.nissancanada.com (for Canadian cus- tomers). For current pricing and availability of genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals for this model year and prior, see a NISSAN dealer, or contact: Resolve Corporation 20770 Westwood Road Strongsville, OH 44136 1-800-247-5321 For Canada: To purchase a copy of a genuine NISSAN Service Manual or Owner’s Manual, please con- tact a NISSAN dealer. For the phone number and location of a NISSAN dealer in your area call the NISSAN Information Center at 1-800-387- 0122 and a 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. 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 Technical and consumer information 9-27 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 MEMO 9-28 Technical and consumer information 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 10 Index ABS (Anti-lock brake system)................................ 5-21 Air bag ON/OFF switch .......................................... 1-13 Air bag system Front (See supplemental front air bag system) .................................................................. 1-35 Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system) .................................................................. 1-37 Air bag warning labels ............................................. 1-40 Air bag warning light .................................... 1-41, 2-15 Air cleaner housing filter.......................................... 8-18 Air conditioner Air conditioner operation..................................... 4-9 Air conditioner service ............................. 4-9, 4-12 Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12 Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations..................... 4-12, 9-6 Heater and air conditioner (automatic)............ 4-9 Alcohol, drugs and driving......................................... 5-5 Anchor point location, Top tether strap .............. 1-26 Antenna........................................................................ 4-30 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .............................. 5-21 Anti-lock brake warning light.................................. 2-12 Appearance care Exterior appearance care .................................... 7-2 Interior appearance care ..................................... 7-4 Audible reminders ..................................................... 2-18 Audio operation precautions .................................. 4-13 Audio system.............................................................. 4-12 Steering wheel audio controls ........................ 4-29 Autochanger Compact Disc (CD)........................................... 4-26 Automatic Anti-glare inside mirror...................................... 3-26 Automatic adjusting function (front windows)............................................................... 2-41 Automatic passenger seatback tilt function......................................................... 1-5, 3-17 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 ......................................... 2-26 Before starting the engine......................................... 5-8 Belts (See drive belts) ............................................. 8-17 Booster seats ............................................................. 1-26 Brake Anti-lock brake system (ABS)......................... 5-21 Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-13 Brake booster ...................................................... 8-22 Brake fluid............................................................. 8-14 Brake pedal.......................................................... 8-21 Brake pedal check ............................................. 8-21 Brake system ....................................................... 5-20 Parking brake check............................... 5-15, 8-21 Parking brake operation.................................... 5-15 Warning light ....................................................... 2-13 Break-in schedule ..................................................... 5-18 Brightness control, Instrument panel ................... 2-27 Bulb check/instrument panel.................................. 2-12 Bulb replacement ...................................................... 8-26 Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...... 9-2 Car phone or CB radio............................................ 4-30 Card holder................................................................. 2-34 Cargo (See vehicle loading information)............. 2-34 Cargo net .................................................................... 2-34 Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................. 5-3 CD care and cleaning.............................................. 4-29 Child restraints........................................................... 1-17 Booster seats ...................................................... 1-26 Installation on front passenger seat............... 1-20 Precautions on child restraints........................ 1-17 Top tether strap anchor point location ......... 1-26 Child safety................................................................. 1-12 Chimes, Audible reminders..................................... 2-18 Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-23 Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4 Clock ............................................................................ 2-31 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Clutch fluid.................................................................. 8-13 Coat hook.................................................................... 2-39 Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-25 Compact Disc (CD) changer operation .............. 4-26 Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system)......................................................................... 4-21 Compact spare tire................................................... 8-39 Console box................................................................ 2-36 Control panel buttons (models with navigation system) ........................................................................... 4-2 Controls Control panel buttons (display with navigation system) ................................................ 4-2 Heater and air conditioner controls (automatic) .............................................................. 4-9 Steering wheel audio controls ........................ 4-29 Coolant Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2 Changing engine coolant.................................... 8-9 Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8 Corrosion protection................................................... 7-6 Cruise control............................................................. 5-16 Cup holders................................................................ 2-35 Curtain side-impact air bag system (See supplemental side air bag and curtain air bag system)......................................................................... 1-37 Daytime running light system ................................. 2-26 Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch............................................. 2-24 Dimensions and weights............................................ 9-9 10-2 Display controls (See control panel buttons), With navigation system .............................................. 4-2 Door open warning light.......................................... 2-13 Drive belts ................................................................... 8-17 Driving Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-25 Driving with automatic transmission........ 5-6, 5-9 Driving with manual transmission .......... 5-7, 5-13 Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2 Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-18 Elapsed time............................................................... 2-10 Emission control information label ........................ 9-11 Emission control system warranty......................... 9-24 Engine Before starting the engine .................................. 5-8 Break-in schedule............................................... 5-18 Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2 Changing engine coolant.................................... 8-9 Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-10 Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8 Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-10 Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-6 Engine block heater ........................................... 5-26 Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7 Engine cooling system......................................... 8-8 Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10 Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5 Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5 Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11 Engine specifications ........................................... 9-8 If your vehicle overheats...................................... 6-9 Oil pressure gauge............................................... 2-7 Starting the engine ............................................... 5-9 Event data recorders................................................ 9-26 Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2 Filter Air cleaner housing filter................................... 8-18 Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-10 Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)... 2-27 Flat tire............................................................................ 6-2 Flat tire, Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) .......................................................................... 5-3 Flat towing .................................................................. 9-22 Floor mat cleaning ....................................................... 7-5 Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-12 Brake and clutch fluid ....................................... 8-13 Brake fluid............................................................. 8-14 Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2 Engine coolant ....................................................... 8-8 Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10 Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-13 Window washer fluid......................................... 8-14 FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player ............................................................................ 4-19 FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD) changer ........................................................................ 4-23 Front manual seat adjustment .................................. 1-3 Front power seat adjustment........................... 1-4, 1-5 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Fuel Average fuel consumption................................ 2-10 Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2 Distance to empty................................................. 2-9 Fuel-filler cap ....................................................... 3-23 Fuel-filler door...................................................... 3-23 Fuel economy ...................................................... 5-18 Fuel octane rating ................................................. 9-3 Fuel recommendation........................................... 9-3 Gauge ...................................................................... 2-6 Fuses ............................................................................ 8-22 Fusible links ................................................................ 8-23 Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................................................................. 2-43 Gas cap....................................................................... 3-23 Gauge............................................................................. 2-3 Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-6 Engine oil pressure gauge.................................. 2-7 Fuel gauge .............................................................. 2-6 Odometer ................................................................ 2-4 Speedometer.......................................................... 2-4 Tachometer ............................................................. 2-5 Trip computer......................................................... 2-8 Volt meter................................................................ 2-8 General maintenance.................................................. 8-2 Golf bag stowing....................................................... 2-37 Hatch, Rear hatch........................................................ 3-9 Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-27 Head restraints ............................................................. 1-9 Headlights Bulb replacement ............................................... 8-27 Headlight switch ................................................. 2-25 Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-24 Heated seats .............................................................. 2-28 Heater Engine coolant heater ....................................... 5-26 Heater and air conditioner (automatic)............ 4-9 HomeLink Universal Transceiver......................... 2-43 Hood release ................................................................ 3-8 Horn.............................................................................. 2-28 How to stop alarm, Vehicle security .................... 2-20 Ignition switch............................................................... 5-6 Automatic transmission models................ 5-6, 5-9 Key positions.......................................................... 5-7 Manual transmission models .................. 5-7, 5-13 Immobilizer system.................................................... 2-20 Indicator lights............................................................ 2-16 Inside Automatic anti-glare mirror............................... 3-26 Mirror...................................................................... 3-26 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ........................ 9-25 Instrument brightness control ................................ 2-27 Instrument panel........................................................... 2-2 Instrument pocket...................................................... 2-33 Interior light replacement......................................... 8-28 Interior lights............................................................... 2-41 Interior trunk lid release ........................................... 3-11 Jump starting................................................................. 6-7 Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry system) ........................................................................... 3-5 Keys................................................................................. 3-2 Labels Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-40 Air conditioner specification label .................. 9-12 Emission control information label ................. 9-11 Engine serial number ......................................... 9-11 F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...... 9-11 Tire and loading information label ...... 8-32, 9-12 Vehicle identification number (VIN)................ 9-10 License plate, Installing front license plate......... 9-13 Light Air bag warning light ......................................... 1-41 Bulb replacement ............................................... 8-26 Headlight switch ................................................. 2-25 Headlights Bulb replacement.......................... 8-27 Interior lights ........................................................ 2-41 Luggage compartment light............................. 2-42 Replacement ........................................................ 8-26 10-3 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Trunk light............................................................. 2-43 Vanity mirror light................................................ 2-42 Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .................................................. 2-12, 2-16 Xenon headlights ................................................ 2-24 Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ... 8-28 Loading information (See vehicle loading information) ................................................................. 9-14 Lock Door locks............................................................... 3-3 Power door lock .................................................... 3-3 Rear floor box ...................................................... 2-36 Top latch lever..................................................... 3-16 Trunk lid lock........................................................ 3-10 Low tire pressure warning light............................. 2-14 Luggage compartment light.................................... 2-42 Maintenance Battery ................................................................... 8-15 General maintenance ........................................... 8-2 Inside the vehicle................................................... 8-3 Maintenance information (display) .................... 4-3 Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-5 Maintenance requirements.................................. 8-2 Outside the vehicle............................................... 8-2 Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-17 Under the hood and vehicle............................... 8-4 Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)........................... 2-16 Meters and gauges ..................................................... 2-3 Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness control .......................................................................... 2-27 Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-26 Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-26 Outside mirror control ....................................... 3-27 Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-27 Net, Cargo net ........................................................... 2-34 Net, Ventilated net seats ........................................... 1-6 New vehicle break-in................................................ 5-18 NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System................... 2-19 Engine start............................................................. 5-8 Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch ................. 1-13 Odometer....................................................................... 2-4 Oil Capacities and recommended fuel/ lubricants ................................................................. 9-2 Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-10 Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-10 Engine oil .............................................................. 8-10 Engine oil pressure gauge.................................. 2-7 Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5 Opening the soft top................................................ 3-13 Outside mirror control.............................................. 3-27 Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-27 Overheat, If your vehicle overheats......................... 6-9 Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information................................................................... 9-26 10-4 Parking Brake check ......................................................... 8-21 Parking brake break-in ...................................... 5-21 Parking brake check .......................................... 5-15 Parking brake operation.................................... 5-15 Parking on hills.................................................... 5-15 Parking/parking on hills ........................................... 5-19 Phone, Car phone or CB radio ............................. 4-30 Power Power door lock .................................................... 3-3 Power front seat adjustment..................... 1-4, 1-5 Power outlet......................................................... 2-32 Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-13 Power steering system...................................... 5-20 Power windows................................................... 2-39 Pre-tensioner seat belt system.............................. 1-39 Precautions Audio operation................................................... 4-13 Braking precautions ........................................... 5-20 Child restraints .................................................... 1-17 Cruise control ...................................................... 5-16 Maintenance ........................................................... 8-5 Seat belt usage................................................... 1-10 Supplemental restraint system........................ 1-30 When starting and driving .................................. 5-2 Push starting ................................................................. 6-9 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 R Radio ............................................................................ 4-12 Car phone or CB radio..................................... 4-30 FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD) changer....................................................... 4-23 FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player ..................................................................... 4-19 Steering wheel audio controls ........................ 4-29 Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test (US only) ............................................................. 9-25 Rear floor box............................................................. 2-36 Rear hatch ..................................................................... 3-9 Rear parcel box ......................................................... 2-37 Rear power point....................................................... 2-32 Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch ........................................................................... 2-24 Recorders, Event data ............................................. 9-26 Registering your vehicle in another country....... 9-10 Remote keyless entry system ................................... 3-5 Reporting safety defects (US only) ...................... 9-24 Rollover........................................................................... 5-5 Roof, Soft top............................................................. 3-13 Safety Child seat belts................................................... 1-12 Reporting safety defects (US only)................ 9-24 Towing safety....................................................... 9-19 Satellite (SAT) radio ................................................. 4-13 Seat Lever, Tilting passenger’s seat .......................... 1-7 Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment............................ 1-3 Front power seat adjustment .................... 1-4, 1-5 Seatback tilt cancel switch ....................................... 1-9 Seat belt(s) Child safety .......................................................... 1-12 Infants .................................................................... 1-13 Injured persons.................................................... 1-14 Larger children .................................................... 1-13 Pre-tensioner seat belt system ....................... 1-39 Precautions on seat belt usage...................... 1-10 Pregnant women................................................. 1-14 Seat belt cleaning ................................................. 7-5 Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-16 Seat belt maintenance ...................................... 1-17 Seat belts ............................................................. 1-10 Shoulder belt arm............................................... 1-16 Small children ...................................................... 1-13 Seat belt warning light ...................................... 2-15 Three-point type with retractor ....................... 1-14 Seat(s) Heated seats........................................................ 2-28 Seats ........................................................................ 1-2 Ventilated net seats.............................................. 1-6 Secondary rear hatch release................................ 3-10 Secondary trunk lid release.................................... 3-12 Security system, Vehicle security system ........... 2-19 Security systems (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start............................................... 2-20 Security systems (See vehicle security system)......................................................................... 2-19 Servicing air conditioner................................. 4-9, 4-12 Shift lock release....................................................... 5-12 Shifting Automatic transmission .............................. 5-6, 5-9 Manual transmission ................................. 5-7, 5-13 Shoulder belt arm...................................................... 1-16 Side air bag system (See supplemental side air bag and curtain air bag system) ..................... 1-37 Soft top Care and cleaning ............................................... 7-2 If the top does not open or close ................. 3-19 Soft top care and cleaning................................. 7-2 Soft top indicator light........................... 2-17, 3-17 Soft top operation .............................................. 3-13 Spark plugs................................................................. 8-18 Speed, Average speed ............................................ 2-10 Speed, Speed indicator ............................................. 2-9 Speedometer ................................................................ 2-4 Starting Before starting the engine .................................. 5-8 Jump starting .......................................................... 6-7 Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2 Push starting .......................................................... 6-9 Starting the engine ............................................... 5-9 Steering Power steering fluid ........................................... 8-13 Power steering system...................................... 5-20 Steering wheel switch for audio controls..... 4-29 Tilting steering wheel......................................... 3-25 Stopwatch................................................................... 2-10 Storage ........................................................................ 2-33 Stowing golf bags..................................................... 2-37 Sun visors ................................................................... 3-25 Sunglasses holder .................................................... 2-33 Supplemental air bag warning labels................... 1-40 Supplemental air bag warning light.......... 1-41, 2-15 10-5 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Supplemental restraint system............................... 1-30 Precautions on supplemental restraint system.................................................................... 1-30 Supplemental side and curtain air bag system .......................................................................... 1-37 Switch Audio control steering wheel switch ............. 4-29 Hazard warning flasher switch........................ 2-27 Headlight switch ................................................. 2-25 Ignition switch ........................................................ 5-6 Ignition switch automatic transmission models ............................................................ 5-6, 5-9 Ignition switch manual transmission models.......................................................... 5-7, 5-13 Power door lock switch....................................... 3-4 Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch..................................................................... 2-24 Traction control system (TCS) off switch .... 2-30 Turn signal switch .............................................. 2-27 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch... 2-29 Tachometer.................................................................... 2-5 Temperature gauge, Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 2-6 Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System), Engine start................................................................. 2-20 Three way catalyst....................................................... 5-3 Tilting passenger’s seat ............................................. 1-7 Tilting steering wheel ............................................... 3-25 Tire Flat tire ..................................................................... 6-2 Pressure indicator............................................... 2-10 10-6 Pressure, Low tire pressure warning light ... 2-14 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ....... 5-3 Uniform tire quality grading.............................. 9-23 Tires Spare tire .............................................................. 8-39 Tire and loading information label ...... 8-32, 9-12 Tire chains ............................................................ 8-37 Tire dressing........................................................... 7-4 Tire pressure........................................................ 8-30 Tire rotation .......................................................... 8-37 Types of tires ....................................................... 8-36 Wheel/tire size ....................................................... 9-9 Wheels and tires ................................................ 8-30 Top If the top does not open or close ................. 3-19 Soft top operation .............................................. 3-13 Top latch lever..................................................... 3-16 Top tether strap child restraint........................ 1-25 Towing Flat towing............................................................ 9-22 Tow truck towing ................................................ 6-10 Towing a trailer.................................................... 9-18 Towing load/specification chart...................... 9-18 Towing safety....................................................... 9-19 TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system................ 5-3 Traction control system (TCS)............................... 5-22 Traction control system (TCS) off switch........... 2-30 Trailer towing.............................................................. 9-18 Transceiver, HomeLink Universal Transceiver.................................................................. 2-43 Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ................ 8-12 Driving with automatic transmission........ 5-6, 5-9 Driving with manual transmission .......... 5-7, 5-13 Transmission selector lever lock release...... 5-12 Transmitter (See remote keyless entry system)... 3-5 Traveling or registering your vehicle in another country ......................................................................... 9-10 Trip computer ............................................................... 2-8 Trunk Trunk lid................................................................. 3-10 Trunk light............................................................. 2-43 Interior trunk lid release .................................... 3-11 Secondary trunk lid release ............................. 3-12 Turn signal switch ..................................................... 2-27 Underbody cleaning .................................................... 7-3 Uniform tire quality grading .................................... 9-23 Up-shift indicator (M/T models) ............................ 5-14 Up-shift indicator setting (rpm) (M/T models)... 2-11 Vanity mirror light ...................................................... 2-42 Vehicle Dimensions and weights ..................................... 9-9 Identification number (VIN)............................... 9-10 Loading information............................................ 9-14 Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle)................. 6-12 Security system................................................... 2-19 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch... 2-29 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system ........ 5-23 Ventilated net seats..................................................... 1-6 Ventilators ...................................................................... 4-8 Volt meter ...................................................................... 2-8 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Wiper Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-23 Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-22 Wiper blades ....................................................... 8-19 Xenon headlights....................................................... 2-24 Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .............. 1-40 Warning light Air bag warning light.............................. 1-41, 2-15 Anti-lock brake warning light........................... 2-12 Brake warning light ............................................ 2-13 Door open warning light ................................... 2-13 Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-14 Warning lights............................................................ 2-12 Warning, Hazard warning flasher switch ............ 2-27 Warning, Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) .......................................................................... 5-3 Warning, Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders..................................................................... 2-12 Warranty, Emission control system warranty ..... 9-24 Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-23 Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-22 Washing ......................................................................... 7-2 Waxing............................................................................ 7-3 Weights (See dimensions and weights) ............... 9-9 Wheel/tire size.............................................................. 9-9 Wheels and tires ....................................................... 8-30 Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ....................... 7-4 Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-14 Window(s) Automatic adjusting function ........................... 2-41 Cleaning................................................................... 7-3 Power windows................................................... 2-39 Windshield wiper and washer switch.................. 2-22 10-7 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 MEMO 10-8 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 COLD TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES: See Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver’s side center pillar. NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCEDURES RECOMMENDATION: During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of ve- hicle use, follow the recommendations outlined in the “Break-in schedule” information found in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommenda- tions for the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. GAS STATION INFORMATION 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 쐌 Using a fuel other than that specified could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect the warranty coverage. 쐌 Under no circumstances should a leaded gasoline be used, because this will damage the three-way cata- lyst. 쐌 Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel system components and is not covered by the NISSAN vehicle limited warranty. For additional information, see “Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants” in the “9. Techni- cal and consumer information” section. ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION: 쐌 API Certification Mark 쐌 API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving 쐌 ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III 쐌 SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30 viscos- ity oil may be used for ambient temperatures above 0°F (−18°C). “Capacities See and recommended fuel/ lubricants” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation. 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 QUICK REFERENCE 1. Engine oil (P.8-10) 2. Brake fluid (P.8-13) 3. Meters and gauges (P.2-3) 4. Fuel-filler door release (P.3-23) 5. Hood release (P.3-8) 6. Seat belt (P.1-10) 7. Door lock/key (P.3-2) 8. Rear hatch release (Coupe) (P.3-9) or Trunk lid release (Roadster) (P.3-10) 9. Engine coolant (P.8-8) 10. Window washer fluid (P.8-14) 11. Power steering fluid (P.8-13) 12. Battery (P.8-15) 13. Audio system (P.4-12)/ Heater and air conditioner (P.4-9) 14. Soft top (Roadster models) (P.3-13) 15. Fuel (P.3-23, P.9-3) 16. Spare tire (P.6-3, P.8-39) STI0364 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Foreword Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties cov- ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing your ve- hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law. Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, we will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to us. READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and main- MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modi- fication could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental In addition, damage or performance problems result- ing from modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties. regulations. WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options available on this model. There- fore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. tenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle. WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA- TION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers! 쐌 Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 쐌 Always observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for condi- tions. 쐌 Always use the seat belts. Refer to “Child safety” and “Child restraints” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” sec- tion for precautions regarding chil- dren. 쐌 Always provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. 쐌 Always review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information. 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. CAUTION If you see this symbol, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen”. SIC0697 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in ve- hicles and certain products of compo- nent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moder- ate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration. © 2005 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES ... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs. if However, there is something that your NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you would like to provide NISSAN directly with comments or questions, please contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number: For U.S. customers 1-800-NISSAN-1 (1-800-647-7261) For Canadian customers 1-800-387-0122 The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for the following information: — Your name, address, and telephone number — Vehicle identification number (attached to the top of the instrument panel on the driver’s side) — Date of purchase — Current odometer reading — Your NISSAN dealer’s name — Your comments or questions OR You can write to NISSAN with the information on the left at: For U.S. customers Nissan North America, Inc. Consumer Affairs Department P.O. Box 191 Gardena, California 90248-0191 For Canadian customers Nissan Canada Inc. 5290 Orbitor Drive Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5 We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle. 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 Table of Contents Illustrated table of contents Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself Technical and consumer information Index 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 0 Illustrated table of contents Air bags, seat belts and child restraints .......................... 0-2 Exterior front ........................................................................... 0-3 Exterior rear ............................................................................ 0-4 Coupe models .................................................................. 0-4 Roadster models .............................................................. 0-5 Passenger compartment ...................................................... 0-6 Coupe models .................................................................. 0-6 Roadster models .............................................................. 0-8 Instrument panel ................................................................. 0-10 Engine compartment ......................................................... 0-11 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD RESTRAINTS 1. Supplemental front-impact air bags (Page 1-30) 2. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags* (P.1-30) 3. Seat belts (P.1-10) 4. Seats (P.1-2) — Child restraints (P.1-17) 5. Head restraints (P.1-9) 6. Child restraint anchor point (for top tether strap child restraint) (P.1-25) 7. Supplemental side air bags* (P.1-30) 8. Pre-tensioner seat belt system (P.1-39) *: if so equipped 0-2 Illustrated table of contents SSI0150 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 EXTERIOR FRONT 1. Hood (P.3-8) 2. Windshield wiper and washer — Switch (P.2-22) — Wiper replacement (P.8-20) — Washer fluid (P.8-14) 3. Power windows (P.2-39) — Automatic adjusting function (P.2-41, P.8-15) 4. Recovery hook installation (P.6-12) License plate installation (P.9-13) 5. Headlight, park and turn signal lights — Switch (P.2-24) — Bulb (P.8-27) 6. Tires — Wheels and tires (P.8-30, P.9-9) — Flat tire (P.6-2) — Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (P.2-14, P.5-3) 7. Outside mirrors (P.3-27) 8. Doors — Keys (P.3-2) — Door locks (P.3-3) — Keyfob (P.3-5) SSI0151 Illustrated table of contents 0-3 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 EXTERIOR REAR COUPE MODELS 1. Antenna (P.4-30) 2. Rear hatch release switch (P.3-9) 3. Rear window defroster (P.2-24) 4. High-mounted stop light (Bulb) (P.8-28) 5. Satellite radio antenna* (P.4-13) 6. Rear window wiper and washer — Switch (P.2-23) — Washer fluid (P.8-14) 7. License plate lights (Bulb) (P.8-28) 8. Rear hatch release (secondary) (P.3-10) 9. Luggage compartment light (P.2-42, P.8-28) 10. Back-up, Turn signal light (Bulb) (P.8-28) 11. Side marker, Stop/Tail light (Bulb) (P.8-28) 12. Fuel — Fuel-filler door (P.3-23) — Fuel recommendation (P.9-3) *: if so equipped 0-4 Illustrated table of contents SSI0152 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 ROADSTER MODELS 1. Antenna (P.4-30) 2. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-10) 3. Trunk light (P.2-43, P.8-28) 4. High-mounted stop light (Bulb) (P.8-28) 5. Rear window defroster (P.2-24) 6. Soft top (P.3-13) 7. 8. License plate lights (Bulb) (P.8-28) 9. Back-up, Turn signal light (Bulb) (P.8-28) 10. Side marker, Stop/Tail light (Bulb) (P.8-28) 11. Fuel Interior trunk lid release (P.3-11) — Fuel-filler door (P.3-23) — Fuel recommendation (P.9-3) SSI0003 Illustrated table of contents 0-5 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 PASSENGER COMPARTMENT COUPE MODELS 1. Coat hook (P.2-39) 2. Seat belts (P.1-10) 3. Seats — Manual seats adjustment (P.1-3) — Power seats adjustment (P.1-4) 4. Passenger seat — Tilt lever for passenger seat (seatback) (P.1-7) 5. Power window switch (P.2-39)/Power door lock switch (P.3-4) 6. Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-27) Interior light (P.2-41) 7. Sun visor (P.3-25) 8. 9. Sunglasses holder (P.2-33) 10. Inside mirror (P.3-26) — Automatic anti-glare inside mirror* — HomeLink universal transceiver* (P.3-26) (P.2-43) 11. Rear parcel box (P.2-37) 12. Rear parcel box or Navigation system*1 13. Rear floor box (P.2-36) 14. Power outlet (P.2-32) 15. Console box (P.2-36) 16. Parking brake — Operation (P.5-15) — Parking/Parking on hills (P.5-19) — Checking (P.8-21) 0-6 Illustrated table of contents SSI0153 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 17. Selector lever or shift lever — Automatic transmission (P.5-9) — Manual transmission (P.5-13) 18. Cargo net (P.2-34) *: if so equipped *1: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. Illustrated table of contents 0-7 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 ROADSTER MODELS 1. Seat belts (P.1-10) 2. Seats — Power seats adjustment (P.1-5) — Ventilated net seats* (P.1-6) 3. Passenger seat — Power seatback tilt switch (P.1-8) — Cancel switch (P.1-9) 4. Power window switch (P.2-39)/Power door lock switch (P.3-4) 5. Outside mirror remote control switch (P.3-27) 6. Soft top latch lever (P.3-16) 7. Safety switch for soft top latch lever (P.3-16) 8. 9. Interior light (P.2-41) Inside mirror (P.3-26) — Automatic anti-glare inside mirror* (P.3-26) — HomeLink universal transceiver* (P.2-43) 10. Rear parcel box (P.2-37) 11. Rear parcel box or Navigation system*1 12. Rear floor box (P.2-36) — Trunk lid cancel switch (P.3-11) — Secondary trunk lid release (P.3-12) 13. Power outlet (P.2-32) 14. Console box (P.2-36) 15. Parking brake — Operation (P.5-15) — Parking/Parking on hills (P.5-19) — Checking (P.8-21) 16. Selector lever or shift lever — Automatic transmission (P.5-9) — Manual transmission (P.5-13) 0-8 Illustrated table of contents SSI0154 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 17. Cargo net (P.2-34) *: if so equipped *1: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. Illustrated table of contents 0-9 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P.2-24) Instrument brightness control switch 2. (P.2-27) 3. Steering wheel switch for audio control* (P.4-29) 0-10 Illustrated table of contents 9. Center ventilator (P.4-8) 10. Card holder (P.2-34) 11. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-30) 12. Side ventilators (P.4-8) 13. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch* (P.2-29) or TCS (Traction control system) OFF switch* (P.2-30) 14. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster models) (P.3-13) 15. Fuel-filler door opener switch (P.3-23) 16. Hood lock release handle (P.3-8) 17. Fuse box (P.8-24) 18. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-25) 19. 20. Navigation system display (P.4-2)*1 or In- Ignition switch (P.5-6) strument pocket (P.2-33) 21. Audio system (P.4-12)/Clock (P.2-31) 22. Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch (P.2-24) 23. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-27) 24. Cup holder (P.2-35) 25. Heated seat switch* (P.2-28) 26. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-9) 27. Power outlet (P.2-32) *: if so equipped *1: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. SIC2996 4. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-30)/Horn (P.2-28) 5. Meters/gauges (P.2-3) 6. Cruise control main/set switch* (P.5-16) 7. Trip computer mode/setting switch (P.2-8) 8. Wiper/washer switch (P.2-22) 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-22) 2. Battery (P.8-15) 3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-10) 4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 5. Clutch fluid reservoir (M/T models) (P.8-13) 6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-14) 7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-13) 8. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-8) 9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9) 10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-10) 11. Air cleaner (P.8-18) Do not tamper with the strut tower bar adjustment 쎻A . The strut tower bar has been adjusted to the most suitable posi- tion at the factory. SDI1519 Illustrated table of contents 0-11 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 MEMO 0-12 Illustrated table of contents 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple- mental restraint system Seats ........................................................................................ 1-2 Front manual seat adjustment (for Coupe models) ........................................................ 1-3 Front power seat adjustment (for Coupe models — if so equipped) ...................... 1-4 Front power seat adjustment (for Roadster models) .................................................... 1-5 Seat lifter (for driver’s seat) ......................................... 1-7 Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driver’s seat ..................................................................................... 1-7 Head restraint adjustment ............................................ 1-9 Seat belts ............................................................................. 1-10 Precautions on seat belt usage ................................ 1-10 Child safety .................................................................... 1-12 Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch...................... 1-13 After an air bag ON/OFF switch is installed.......... 1-13 Pregnant women .......................................................... 1-14 Injured persons ............................................................. 1-14 Three-point type seat belt with retractor ............... 1-14 Seat belt extenders ...................................................... 1-16 Seat belt maintenance ................................................ 1-17 Child restraints ................................................................... 1-17 Precautions on child restraints ................................. 1-17 Child restraint installation on front passenger seat .................................................................................. 1-20 Top tether strap child restraint (Coupe models) ............................................................ 1-25 Booster seats ....................................................................... 1-26 Precautions on booster seats .................................... 1-26 Booster seat installation on front passenger seat.................................................................................... 1-29 Supplemental restraint system ....................................... 1-30 Precautions on supplemental restraint system ..... 1-30 Components of the supplemental restraint system .............................................................................. 1-35 Supplemental air bag warning labels ...................... 1-40 Supplemental air bag warning light ......................... 1-41 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 SEATS SSS0133 쐌 For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this sec- tion. WARNING 쐌 Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and re- ceive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. 1-2 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT (for Coupe models) WARNING 쐌 Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle. 쐌 After adjustment, gently rock in the is securely to make sure it seat locked. 쎻1 Forward and backward Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. When sliding the passenger’s seat backward, be careful not to crush items in the seatback pocket against the rear floor box. SSS0394 쎻2 Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward again, pull the lever and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section. The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (for Coupe models — if so equipped) WARNING 쐌 Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. 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. Operating tips 쐌 The seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. 쐌 Do not operate the power support seat for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery. 쎻1 Forward and backward Moving the sliding switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. When sliding the passenger’s seat backward, be careful not to crush items in the seatback pocket against the rear floor box. 쎻2 Reclining (for driver’s seat) Move the reclining switch backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward. SPA1793 쎻2 Reclining (for passenger’s seat) The passenger’s seat is equipped with a manual lever for reclining. See “Front manual seat ad- justment” earlier in this section. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section. The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked. 1-4 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (for Roadster models) WARNING 쐌 Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. 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. Operating tips 쐌 The seat motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. 쐌 Do not operate the power support seat for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery. SSS0472 쎻1 Forward and backward Moving the sliding switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. When sliding the passenger’s seat backward, be careful not to crush items in the seatback pocket against the rear floor box. 쎻2 Reclining Move the reclining switch backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section. The seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked. Automatic passenger seatback tilt function The passenger seatback will automatically tilt forward and backward during the soft top open/close operation. If you need to cancel this function or when a child restraint is installed in the passenger’s seat, push the seatback tilt Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-5 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 cancel switch to the CANCEL position. For more information about operation conditions, see “Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section. For the cancel switch, see “Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driv- er’s seat” later in this section. 쐌 When using these seats, avoid wear- ing clothing with soft fabrics (wool, etc.). Clothing may be damaged as it rubs against the netted material. SSS0272 Ventilated net seats (if so equipped) The ventilated net seats are designed for good ventilation while driving. Net cloth is used on the surface of the seatback and the cushion as shown. CAUTION 쐌 The seat is made of netted materials. Be careful not to snag your jewelry, such as a ring, bracelet or watch, on the seat. 1-6 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 SPA1715 Type A SEAT LIFTER (for driver’s seat) Type A (except for ventilated net seat) Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion to the desired position. SSS0202 Type B Type B (for ventilated net seat) Turn the dial and adjust the angle of the seat cushion to the desired position. SSS0203 Coupe models TILTING AND RECLINING PASSENGER’S SEAT FROM DRIVER’S SEAT The passenger seatback can be adjusted from the driver’s seat to make it easier for the driver to use the rear parcel box or rear floor box, or to help the passenger get in the vehicle. Coupe models (manual type) To tilt or recline the passenger seatback, pull up the lever 쎻A located on the back side of it, and move the seatback forward or backward. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-7 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 switch” later in this section.) 쐌 when the passenger seat belt is fastened. 쐌 when the vehicle speed reaches 4 MPH (7 km/h) and more. The automatic tilting/reclining movement will be stopped: 쐌 when any of the above 4 conditions occur. 쐌 when the power seatback tilt switch (top or bottom) is pushed again. 쐌 when the seatback is moved with the soft top open/close operation. When this interruption occurs, you cannot move the seatback backward from the stopped posi- tion with the power seatback tilt switch. Use the reclining switch (on the seat cushion) to select the seatback position. SSS0273 Roadster models — Type A Roadster models (power type) The power seatback tilt switch 쎻B and the seatback tilt cancel switch 쎻C are located on the back side of the passenger seatback as shown. Tilting/reclining operation: SSS0274 Roadster models — Type B seatback tilt switch. While the switch is held down, the seatback will move backward to the original position that was last selected using the reclining switch (located on the seat cushion). Release the switch to stop the movement. Operation conditions: To tilt the passenger seatback forward, push the side) of the power seatback tilt top ( switch 쎻B for more than 0.5 seconds. The seatback will automatically tilt forward. To stop the movement, push the top or bottom of the switch. To tilt or adjust the seatback backward, push and hold the bottom ( side) of the power 1-8 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system The power seatback tilt switch does not activate under the following conditions. 쐌 when the passenger seat sliding/reclining switches on the seat cushion are being op- erated. 쐌 when the seat tilt cancel switch is in the CANCEL position. (See “Seatback tilt cancel 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 CAUTION When a child restraint is installed in the passenger seat, be sure to turn the seat- back tilt cancel switch to the CANCEL position. Otherwise, the child restraint may be damaged. SSS0275 to position, the CANCEL Seatback tilt cancel switch: When the seatback tilt cancel switch 쎻C is pushed the tilting/reclining operation using the power seat- back tilt switch 쎻B will be cancelled. Only the sliding/reclining switches (located on the seat cushion) are operational. Push the seatback tilt cancel switch to the AUTO position to reactivate the power seatback tilt switch. This cancel switch is linked with the automatic passenger seatback tilt function of the soft top operation. See “Soft top” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section. SSS0204 HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT To raise the head restraint, it up. To lower, push the lock knob 쎻A and push the head restraint down. The ventilated net seats (if so equipped for Roadster models) have non-adjustable head restraints. just pull Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-9 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 SEAT BELTS PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly ad- justed and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly en- courages you and all of your passengers to buckle up every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag. Most states, provinces or territories re- quire that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven. Adjust the head restraints so the center is level with the center of your ears. SSS0178A WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjust- ment after someone else uses the seat. 1-10 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 SSS0136 WARNING 쐌 Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. 쐌 The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly. 쐌 Always route the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never run the belt behind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. 쐌 Position the lap belt as low and snug as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high could increase the risk of internal injuries in an accident. 쐌 Be sure the seat belt tongue is se- curely fastened to the proper buckle. 쐌 Do not wear the seat belt inside out or twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness. 쐌 Do not allow more than one person to use the same seat belt. 쐌 Never carry more people in the ve- hicle than there are seat belts. This vehicle has only two seating posi- tions. Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage area. 쐌 If the seat belt warning light glows continuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, it may indi- cate a malfunction in the system. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-11 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 쐌 Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 Removal and installation of the pre- tensioner seat belt system compo- nents should be done by a NISSAN dealer. 쐌 All seat belt assemblies, including retractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any colli- sion by a NISSAN dealer. NISSAN recommends that all seat belt as- SSS0134 SSS0016 semblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the collision was mi- nor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies not in use dur- ing a collision should also be in- spected and replaced if either dam- age or improper operation is noted. CHILD SAFETY Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained. In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child. There are three basic types of child restraint systems: 쐌 Rear facing child restraint 1-12 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 쐌 Front facing child restraint 쐌 Booster seat WARNING 쐌 Never let a child 12 or under ride in this vehicle. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. 쐌 Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving. The child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident or sudden stop. Your vehicle is equipped with a supplemental front impact air bag system for the front passen- ger. See “Supplemental restraint system” later in this section. Therefore, children 12 or under should not ride in this vehicle without installing an air bag ON/OFF switch. OBTAINING AN AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH If you must transport a child in this vehicle, you may be eligible to have an air bag ON/OFF switch installed. US and Canadian governments have procedures that allow you to apply for permission to have your vehicle fitted with an air bag ON/OFF switch. Such a switch is available for purchase from NISSAN. If you have ques- tions about the government application proce- dures, contact the NISSAN Consumer Affairs Department listed earlier in this manual. AFTER AN AIR BAG ON/OFF SWITCH IS INSTALLED WARNING Infants and children need special pro- tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints. available for larger children for additional protec- tion. Infants Infants up to at least 1 year old should be placed in a rear facing child restraint. NISSAN recom- mends that infants be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Small children Children that are over 1 year old and weigh between 20 lbs (9 kg) and 40 lbs (18 kg) can be placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommenda- tions. NISSAN recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca- nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint that fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Larger children Children who are too large for child restraint Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-13 All US states and provinces of Canada require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See “Child restraints” later in this section.) Also, there are other types of child restraints 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 쐌 For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. systems should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9 inches (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between 40 lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit. your chest. Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations. INJURED PERSONS NISSAN recommends that injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations. THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR WARNING NISSAN recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoul- der belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle por- tion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. A booster seat can only be used in seating positions that have a three-point type seat belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Ca- nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat. PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as possible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across 1-14 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 쐌 Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. 쐌 Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and re- ceive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 When the locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. For additional information, see “Child restraints” later in this section. The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passen- ger, the locking mode should not be acti- vated. If it is activated it may cause uncom- fortable seat belt tension. WARNING When fastening the seat belts, be cer- tain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop. SSS0292A SSS0290A Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks. 쐌 The retractor is designed to lock during a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion will permit the belt to move, and allow you some freedom of movement in the seat. 쐌 If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor. 3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown. 4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest. The front passenger seat belt has a locking mechanism for child restraint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode. (Also remember, if you need to install a child restraint, first obtain an air bag ON/OFF switch and turn the passenger air bag OFF.) Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-15 墌 05.10.18/Z33-D/V5.0 墍 ward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement. If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about belt operation, see a NISSAN dealer. SSS0326 Unfastening the seat belts To unfasten the belt, push the button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract. Checking seat belt operation Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement using two separate methods: 쐌 when the belt is pulled quickly from the retractor. 쐌 when the vehicle slows down rapidly. You can check their operation as follows: 쐌 grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly for- 1-16 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system SSS0588 Shoulder belt arm The shoulder belt arm should be adjusted to the position best for you. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull the shoulder belt arm. Pulling the arm forward will allow an easy access to the belt. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available. The ex- tender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of

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