fuel NISSAN 350Z 2006 Z33 Owners Manual

COUPE MODELS1. 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
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ROADSTER MODELS1. 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. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-11)
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
— Fuel-filler door (P.3-23)
— Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)
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1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P.2-24)
2. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-27)
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control*
(P.4-29)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)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. Ignition switch (P.5-6)
20. Navigation system display (P.4-2)*1 or In-
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.
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2 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel ................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges .............................................................. 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ........................................ 2-4
Tachometer ....................................................................... 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-6
Fuel gauge ........................................................................ 2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ........................................... 2-7
Volt meter ......................................................................... 2-8
Trip computer .................................................................. 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ........ 2-12
Checking bulbs ............................................................. 2-12
Warning lights ............................................................... 2-12
Indicator lights ............................................................... 2-16
Audible reminders ........................................................ 2-18
Security systems ................................................................ 2-19
Vehicle security system .............................................. 2-19
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer system ....................... 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch
(Coupe models) .................................................................. 2-23
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch .... 2-24
Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-24
Xenon headlights .......................................................... 2-24
Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-25Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-26
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-27
Instrument brightness control ................................... 2-27
Hazard warning flasher switch ....................................... 2-27
Horn ....................................................................................... 2-28
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................................ 2-28
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 2-29
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 2-30
Clock ..................................................................................... 2-31
Adjusting the time ........................................................ 2-31
Power outlet ........................................................................ 2-32
Storage ................................................................................. 2-33
Instrument pocket (except for navigation system
equipped models) ........................................................ 2-33
Sunglasses holder (Coupe models) ........................ 2-33
Card holder .................................................................... 2-34
Cargo net......................................................................... 2-34
Cup holders ................................................................... 2-35
Console box .................................................................. 2-36
Rear floor box ................................................................ 2-36
Rear parcel box ............................................................ 2-37
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1. Headlight/turn signal switch
2. Instrument brightness control switch
3. Steering wheel switch for audio control (if so
equipped)
4. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn
5. Meters/gauges6. Cruise control main/set switch
(if so equipped)
7. Trip computer mode/setting switch
8. Wiper/washer switch
9. Center ventilator
10. Card holder11. Passenger supplemental air bag
12. Side ventilator
13. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch
or TCS (Traction control system) OFF
switch
14. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster
models)
15. Fuel-filler door opener switch
16. Hood lock release handle
17. Fuse box
18. Tilting steering wheel lock lever
19. Ignition switch/steering lock
20. Navigation system display* or Instrument
pocket
21. Audio system/Clock
22. Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch
23. Hazard warning flasher switch
24. Cup holder
25. Heated seat switch (if so equipped)
26. Heater/air conditioner control
27. Power outlet
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
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Combination meter:
1. Warning/Indicator lights
2. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
3. Tachometer
4. Speedometer5. Instrument brightness control switch
(See “Headlight and turn signal switch” later
in this section.)
6. Fuel gauge
7. Engine coolant temperature gauge8. Automatic transmission position indicator or
Manual transmission shift up indicator
(See “Driving the vehicle” in the “5. Starting
and driving” section.)
9. Reset knobfor trip odometer
10. Odometer (Total/Twin trip)
11. Trip computer setting switch
(See “Trip computer” later in this section.)
12. Trip computer mode switch
(See “Trip computer” later in this section.)
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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGEThe gauge indicates the engine coolant tem-
perature.
The engine coolant temperature is within the
normal range
A
when the gauge needle points
within the zone shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature will vary with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature near the hot (H) end of the
normal range, reduce vehicle speed to
decrease temperature. If the gauge is
over the normal range, stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible. If the engine
is overheated, continued operation of
the vehicle may seriously damage the
engine. See “If your vehicle overheats”
in the “6. In case of emergency” section
for immediate action required.
FUEL GAUGEThe gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in
the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill.
The gauge needle is designed to move to the E
(Empty) position when the ignition key is turned
to the OFF position.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis-
ters the E (Empty) position.
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The low fuel warning light comes on when
the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon
as it is convenient, preferably before the
gauge reaches the E position. There will be
a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the
fuel gauge needle reaches the E position.
The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.
CAUTION

If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the
malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL) may come on. Refuel as soon
as possible. After a few driving trips,
the
lamp should turn off. If the
lamp remains on after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by a
NISSAN dealer.

For additional information, see “Mal-
function indicator lamp (MIL)” later in
this section.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGEThe gauge indicates the engine lubrication sys-
tem oil pressure while the engine is running.
When the engine speed is high, the engine oil
pressure is also high. When it is low, the gauge
indicates the low oil pressure.
CAUTION

This gauge is not designed to indi-
cate low engine oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. (See
“Engine oil” in the “8. Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section.)

If the gauge needle does not move
with the proper amount of engine oil,
have the vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer. Continued vehicle
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Switches for the trip computer are located on
the side of the combination meter panel. To
operate the trip computer, push the side of the
switches as shown above.A: Trip computer mode switch
B: Trip computer setting switch
When the ignition switch is turned to ON, modes
of the trip computer can be selected by pushing
the trip computer mode switch
A.
Each time the mode switch
A
is pushed, the
display will change as follows:
Speed indicator→Outside air temperature
(ICY)→Distance to empty (dte)→Average fuelconsumption and speed→Elapsed time and
trip odometer→Stopwatch→Tire pressure
indicator (PSI)→Up-shift indicator setting (for
M/T models)→Speed indicator
Speed indicator (mph or km/h)The vehicle speed is displayed in MPH or km/h
while driving.
The speed indicator in the trip computer
indicates the reference speed. The actual
speed indicated by the speedometer (com-
bination meter) may differ from the one in
the trip computer.Outside air temperature
(ICY—°For°C)The outside air temperature is displayed in °F or
°C in the range of −22 to 131°F (−30 to 55°C).
The outside air temperature mode includes a low
temperature warning feature: below 37°F (3°C),
the outside air temperature mode is automati-
cally selected and the ICY indicator will illumi-
nate in order to draw the driver’s attention. Push
the mode switch
A
if you wish to return to the
mode that was selected before the warning
occurred. The ICY indicator will continue blink-
ing as long as the temperature remains below
39°F (4°C).
The ambient temperature sensor is located infront of the radiator. The sensor may be affected
by road or engine heat, wind directions and
other driving conditions. The display may differ
from the actual ambient temperature or the
temperature displayed on various signs or bill-
boards.
Distance to empty (dte — mls or km)The distance to empty (dte) mode provides you
with an estimation of the distance that can be
driven before refueling. The dte is constantly
being calculated, based on the amount of fuel in
the fuel tank and the actual fuel consumption.
The display is updated every 30 seconds.
The dte mode includes a low range warning
feature: when the fuel level is low, the dte mode
is automatically selected and the digits blink in
order to draw the driver’s attention. Press the
mode switch
Aif you wish to return to the mode
that was selected before the warning occurred.
The dte indicator will remain blinking until the
vehicle is refuelled.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the dte
display will change to (----).
NOTE:

If the amount of fuel added while the
ignition switch is OFF is small, the dis-
play just before the ignition switch is
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turned OFF may continue to be dis-
played.

When driving uphill or rounding curves,
the fuel in the tank shifts, which may
momentarily change the display.
Average fuel consumption
(mpg or l (liter)/100 km) and speed
(av. mph or av. km/h)Fuel consumption:
The average fuel consumption mode shows the
average fuel consumption since the last reset.
Resetting is done by pushing the trip computer
setting switch
B
for more than approximately 1
second. (The average speed is also reset at the
same time.)
The display is updated every 30 seconds. At
about the first 1/3 miles (500 m) after a reset,
the display shows (----).
Speed:
The average speed mode shows the average
vehicle speed since the last reset. Resetting is
done by pushing the setting switch
B
for more
than approximately 1 second. (The average fuel
consumption is also reset at the same time.)
The display is updated every 30 seconds. Thefirst 30 seconds after a reset, the display shows
(----).
Elapsed time (h:m:s) and trip
odometer (mls or km)Elapsed time:
The elapsed time mode shows the time since the
last reset. The displayed time can be reset by
pushing the trip computer setting switch
B
for
more than approximately 1 second. (The trip
odometer is also reset at the same time.)
Trip odometer:
The trip odometer mode shows the total dis-
tance the vehicle has been driven since the last
reset. Resetting is done by pushing the setting
switch
Bfor more than approximately 1 second.
(The elapsed time is also reset at the same time.)
Stopwatch (h:m:s)You can use the trip computer as a stopwatch.
Each time the trip computer setting switch
Bis
pushed, the stopwatch will be operated as fol-
lows:
After 100 hours, the time will start from the reset
display again.Even if the display is switched to the other mode
while the time is starting, the stopwatch contin-
ues to advance until you stop the time in the
stopwatch mode. When the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position, the time is reset.
Tire pressure indicator (PSI)The tire pressure indicator shows tire pressure
(0 - 63 psi) of all tires (except the spare tire) by
sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in
each wheel. Push the trip computer setting
switch
Bto change the display to F (front) or R
(rear).
The tire pressure sensor will activate only when
the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH
(25 km/h). If the tire pressure signal cannot be
received correctly, the display shows (----).
The tire pressure indicator mode includes a low
tire pressure warning feature. If the vehicle is
being driven with low tire pressure, the tire
pressure indicator mode is automatically se-
lected and the PSI indicator will blink in order to
attract the driver’s attention. Push the trip com-
puter mode switch
Aif you wish to return to the
mode that was selected before the warning
occurred. The PSI indicator will continue blinking
until the tire pressure of each tire is properly
adjusted.
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