NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Maintenance User Guide

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty .
*3: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III/ MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C(32°F). Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter
change5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt 4.9

Engine oil with API Certification Mark*1

Viscosity SAE 5W-30 Without oil fil-
ter change4-7/8 qt 4 qt 4.6
Dry engine (Overhaul) 5-3/4 qt 4-7/8 qt 5.5
Cooling sys-
temWith reservoir
tank9-1/2 qt 7-7/8 qt 9.0
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant
or equivalent
Reservoir tank 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid 10-7/8 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.3 Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*2
Manual transmission gear oil 6-1/4 pt 5-1/8 pt 2.93Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid
(MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4,Viscosity
SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*3
Brake and clutch fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT 3 (US FMVSS No.
116)
Differential gear oil 3 pt 2-1/2 pt 1.4 API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*5
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
Fuel recommendation — — —Refer toGI-5, "
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded
Premium Gasoline Required)" .

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Engine Oil RecommendationNLS0009U
NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification and International Lubri-
cant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE viscosity standard. These oils
have the API certification mark on the front of the container. Oils which do not have the specified quality label
should not be used as they could cause engine damage.
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality,
year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze solution
contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling
system additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or equivalent with the
proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized
water/distilled water.
Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling sys-
tem.
1. API certification mark 2. API service symbol
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Checking Drive BeltsNLS0009V
WARNING:
Be sure to perform this step when engine is stopped.

Make sure that the indicator (C) (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use
range (A).
NOTE:
Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.

When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (C) (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (B) in
the figure.

Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.

If the indicator (C) (notch on fixed side) is out of the possible use range or belts is damaged, replace drive
belt.
Tension AdjustmentNLS0009W
Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.
Changing Engine CoolantNLS0000C
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully remove cap. First, turn cap a quarter of a turn to
release built-up pressure. Then turn cap all the way.

Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
1. Power steering oil pump 2. Alternator 3. Drive belt auto-tensioner
4. Crankshaft pulley 5. A/C compressor 6. Idler pulley
7. Drive belt 8. Idler pulley
A. Possible use range B.Range when new drive belt is
installedC. Indicator
D. View D
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2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.
When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plugs on engine cylinder block.
Refer to EM-108, "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to MA-15, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-111,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Make sure that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.
3. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose (2).
4. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute
to allow air in system to escape.

Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or
equivalent mixed with water (distilled or demineralized).
Refer to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS".
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Radiator drain plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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Engine coolant capacity
(with reservoir tank at “MAX” level)
: Approx. 9.0 (9-1/2 US qt, 7-7/8 lmp qt)
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When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug with new O-ring.
5. Install radiator cap.
6. Warm up until opening thermostat. Standard for warming-up time is approximately 10 minutes at 3,000
rpm.

Make sure thermostat condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see flow of warm water.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
7. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F).

Cool down using fan to reduce the time.

If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
8. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
10. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
11. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.

Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
12. Repeat step 11 three times.
13. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating step 4 through 7 until engine coolant level no
longer drops.

Clean excess engine coolant from engine.
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-111,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose (2).
3. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief plug. Fill radiator and
reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.Reservoir tank capacity (at “MAX” level)
: 0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
Air relief plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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Radiator drain plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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4. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to MA-13, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Fuel LinesNLS0000D
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterNLS0000E
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between
replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7, "
PERIODIC MAINTE-
NANCE" .
Changing Engine OilNLS0000F
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-
6, "ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap and then remove drain plug.
4. Drain engine oil.
5. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-26, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
6. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" . Air relief plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)

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Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
CAUTION:

When filling engine oil, do not pull out oil level gauge.

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
7. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
8. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level.
Changing Oil FilterNLS0000G
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil may be hot.
1. Remove undercover with power tool.
2. Using oil filter wrench [SST], remove oil filter.
CAUTION:

Oil filter is provided with relief valve. Use Genuine NIS-
SAN Oil Filter or equivalent.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belts.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adheres to engine
and vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply engine oil to the oil seal contact surface of new oil filter.
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.9 (5-1/8, 4-1/4)
Without oil filter change 4.6 (4-7/8, 4)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.5 (5-3/4, 4-7/8)
A : Make sure that the oil level is between “L” and “H”
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3. Screw oil filter manually until it touches the installation surface,
then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to MA-16, "Changing Engine Oil" .
2. Start engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level and adjust engine oil. Refer to MA-16, "
Changing Engine Oil" .
Changing Spark Plugs (Iridium-Tipped Type)NLS0000H
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-17, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
2. Remove ignition coil. Refer to EM-31, "
IGNITION COIL" .
3. Remove spark plug using spark plug wrench (commercial ser-
vice tool).
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock it.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
CAUTION:

Do not drop or shock spark plug.

Do not use wire brush for cleaning.

If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may
be used.Oil filter:
: 17.7 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
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Standard typeFXE22HR-11
Gap (Nominal) : 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Cleaner air pressure:
Less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm
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Cleaning time:
Less than 20 seconds
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Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between
change intervals.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
Checking EVAP Vapor LinesNLS0000I
1. Visually inspect EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment and for cracks, damage, loose connections,
chafing and deterioration.
2. Inspect fuel tank filler cap vacuum relief valve for clogging, sticking, etc.
Refer to EC-33, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" .
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Spark plug:
: 19.6 N·m (2.0 kg-m, 14 ft-lb)

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Checking Exhaust SystemNLS0000J
Check exhaust pipes, muffler and mounting for improper attachment,
leaks, cracks, damage, chafing or deterioration.

If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Checking Clutch Fluid Level and LeaksNLS0000K
If fluid level is extremely low, check clutch system for leaks.
Checking M/T OilNLS0000L
Check for oil leakage.
Changing M/T OilNLS0000M
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
Checking A/T FluidNLS0000N
1. Warm up engine.
2. Check for A/T fluid leakage.
3. Loosen the level gauge bolt.
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Oil grade and
viscosity:Refer to MA-11, "RECOMMENDED FLU-
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Oil capacity:
Approx. 2.9 (3-1/8 US qt, 2-1/2 lmp qt)
Filler plug and drain plug:
: 34.5 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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