odometer NISSAN 350Z 2006 Z33 Owners Manual

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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.
However, if 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
ORYou 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.

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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
Stowing golf bags ......................................................... 2-37

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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.)
SIC2233
METERS AND GAUGES
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Triple meter:
1. Trip computer
2. Engine oil pressure gauge
3. Volt meter
1
Speedometer
2
Odometer
3
Twin trip odometer
4
Reset knobfor trip odometer
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
SpeedometerThe speedometer indicates vehicle speed in
miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour
(km/h).Odometer/Twin trip odometerThe odometer/twin trip odometer are displayed
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.The odometer records the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
The twin trip odometer records the distance of
individual trips.
SIC1948
SIC1949A
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Changing the display:
Pushing the reset knobchanges the display as
follows:
TRIP A→TRIP B→TRIP A
Resetting the trip odometer:
Pushing the reset knobfor more than 1 second
resets the trip odometer to zero.
1
Tachometer
2
Transmission indicator
TACHOMETERThe tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into
the red zone
A.CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating
the engine in the red zone may causeserious engine damage.
SIC1950A
Instruments and controls
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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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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
G
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....................................................... 2-37H
Hatch, Rear hatch........................................................ 3-9
Hazard warning flasher switch............................... 2-27
Head restraints ............................................................. 1-9
Headlights
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 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
I
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...................................................... 2-33Interior light replacement......................................... 8-28
Interior lights ............................................................... 2-41
Interior trunk lid release ........................................... 3-11
J
Jump starting................................................................. 6-7
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless entry
system) ........................................................................... 3-5
Keys................................................................................. 3-2
L
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
Bulbreplacement ............................................... 8-26
Headlight switch ................................................. 2-25
Headlights Bulbreplacement .......................... 8-27
Interior lights ........................................................ 2-41
Luggage compartment light ............................. 2-42
Replacement ........................................................ 8-26

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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
M
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 .......................................................................... 2-27Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .................. 3-26
Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-26
Outside mirror control ....................................... 3-27
Outside mirrors ................................................... 3-27
N
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
O
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................................................................... 9-26P
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

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