headlight NISSAN 350Z 2004 Owner´s Manual

1. Hood (P.3-9)
2. Windshield wiper and washer
— Switch (P.2-20)
— Wiper replacement (P.8-20)
3. Interior light (P.2-37)
4. Power windows (P.2-35)
5. Towing hook installation (P.6-10)
6. Headlight, park and turn signal lights
— Switch (P.2-22)
— Bulbreplacement (P.8-25)
7. Tires
— Wheel and tires (P.8-30, P.9-9)
— Flat tire (P.6-2)
8. Outside mirrors (P.3-17)
9. Doors
— Keys (P.3-2)
— Door locks (P.3-3)
— Keyfob(P.3-4)
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1. Headlight/turn signal switch (P.2-22)
2. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-24)
3. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-10)/Horn
(P.2-25)
4. Meters/gauges (P.2-3)5. Cruise control main/set switch* (P.5-15)
6. Trip computer mode/setting switch (P.2-8)
7. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-20)
8. Center ventilator (P.4-2)
9. Cup holder (P.2-31)
10. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-10)11. Side ventilators (P.4-2)
12. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch*
(P.2-27) or TCS (Traction control system)
OFF switch* (P.2-27)
13. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster
models) (P.3-18)
14. Fuel filler lid opener switch (P.3-13)
15. Hood lock release handle (P.3-9)
16. Fuse box (P.8-22)
17. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-15)
18. Ignition switch (P.5-6)
19. Navigation system*1 or Instrument pocket
(P.2-29)
20. Rear window (and outside mirror) defroster
switch (P.2-21)
21. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-3)
22. Audio system (P.4-6)/Clock (P.2-28)
23. Heated seat switch* (P.2-26)
24. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-25)
25. Tray (P.2-31)
26. Power outlet (P.2-28)
*: 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 ............................. 2-5
Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ............................................. 2-6
Volt meter ......................................................................... 2-7
Trip computer .................................................................. 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ......... 2-11
Checking bulbs .............................................................. 2-11
Warning lights ................................................................ 2-11
Indicator lights ................................................................ 2-14
Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-17
Security systems.................................................................. 2-17
Vehicle security system................................................ 2-17
Nissan vehicle immobilizer system (NVIS) ............. 2-18
Windshield wiper and washer switch ............................ 2-20
Rear window wiper and washer switch
(Coupe models) .................................................................. 2-21
Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped)
defroster switch .................................................................. 2-21Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-22
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .......................... 2-22
Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-23
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-23
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-24
Instrument brightness control ................................... 2-24
Hazard warning flasher switch ....................................... 2-25
Horn ....................................................................................... 2-25
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................................ 2-26
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 2-27
Traction control system (TCS) off switch
(if so equipped) .................................................................. 2-27
Clock ..................................................................................... 2-28
Adjusting the time ........................................................ 2-28
Power outlet ........................................................................ 2-28
Storage ................................................................................. 2-29
Instrument pocket (except for navigation system
equipped models) ........................................................ 2-29
Sunglasses holder (Coupe models) ........................ 2-30
Tray .................................................................................. 2-31
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1. Headlight/turn signal switch
2. Instrument brightness control switch
3. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn
4. Meters/gauges
5. Cruise control main/set switch
(if so equipped)6. Trip computer mode/setting switch
7. Windshield wiper/washer switch
8. Center ventilator
9. Cup holder
10. Passenger supplemental air bag
11. Side ventilator12. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) OFF switch
or TCS (Traction control system) OFF
switch (if so equipped)
13. Soft top operating switch (for Roadster
models)
14. Fuel filler lid opener switch
15. Hood lock release handle
16. Fuse box
17. Tilting steering wheel lock lever
18. Ignition switch/steering lock
19. Navigation system* or Instrument pocket
20. Rear window (and outside mirror) defroster
switch
21. Heater/air conditioner control
22. Audio system/Clock
23. Heated seat switch (if so equipped)
24. Hazard warning flasher switch
25. Tray
26. 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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tion. See “Driving the vehicle” (automatic trans-
mission) in the “5. Starting and driving” section.
Cruise main switch indicator
light (if so equipped)
The light comes on when the cruise control main
switch is pushed. The light goes out when the
main switch is pushed again. When the cruise
main switch indicator light comes on, the cruise
control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator
light (if so equipped)
The light comes on while the vehicle speed is
controlled by the cruise control system. If the
light blinks while the engine is running, it may
indicate the cruise control system is not func-
tioning properly. Have the system checked by
your NISSAN dealer.
High beam indicator light
(Blue)
This light comes on when the headlight high
beam is on and goes out when the low beam is
selected.
Malfunction indicator lamp
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes onsteady or blinks while the engine is running, it
may indicate a potential emission control mal-
function.
The malfunction indicator lamp may also come
on steady if the fuel filler cap is loose or missing,
or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make
sure the fuel filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 US
gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
lamp should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
Operation
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on in
one of two ways:

Malfunction indicator lamp on steady — An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel filler cap. If the
fuel filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or
install the cap and continue to drive the
vehicle. The
lamp should turn off after a
few driving trips. If the
lamp does not
turn off after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by a NISSAN dealer. You
do not need to have your vehicle towed to the
dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp blinking — An
engine misfire has been detected which maydamage the emission control system. To re-
duce or avoid emission control system dam-
age:
a) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH
(72 km/h).
b) Avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
c) Avoid steep uphill grades.
d) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo
being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator lamp may stop
blinking and come on steady.
Have the vehicle inspected by a NISSAN
dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle
towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without
having the emission control system
checked and repaired as necessary
could lead to poor driveability, reduced
fuel economy, and possible damage to
the emission control system.
Slip indicator light
The light will blink when the vehicle dynamic
control (VDC) system or the traction control
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open/close operation is completely finished.
If the soft top indicator light flashes with the
ignition switch ON (whether the top is operated
or not), it may indicate the electric soft top
control unit is not functioning properly. Have
your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as
soon as possible.
For more details about the electric soft top
operation, see “Soft top operation” in the “3.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chimeThe chime will sound if the driver’s side door is
opened while the key is left in the ignition switch
(ignition switch is turned off). Remove the key
and take it with you when leaving the vehicle.Light reminder chimeThe chime will sound when the driver’s door is
opened with the headlight switch on unless the
key is in the ignition switch. Make sure to turn the
light switch off when you leave the vehicle.
Seat belt warning chimeThe chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless
the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.Brake pad wear warningThe disc brake pads have audible wear warn-
ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it
will make a high pitched scraping sound when
the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake
pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as
soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.
Your vehicle has two types of security systems,
as follows:

Vehicle Security System

Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS)
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEMThe vehicle security system provides visual and
audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are
disturbed.
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Security indicator lightThis light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This is normal.How to arm the vehicle security
system1. Close all windows.
The system can be activated even if the
windows are open.
2. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
3. Close and lock all doors and rear hatch/trunk
lid.Lock all doors by pressing the LOCK button
on the keyfob. When using the keyfob, the
hazard indicators flash twice to indicate all
doors are locked.
4. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light glows
for about 30 seconds and then blinks. The
system is now activated. If, during this 30
second time period, the door is unlocked by
the key or the keyfob, or the ignition key is
turned to ACC or ON, the system will not
activate.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors and rear hatch/trunk lid
locked and ignition key off. Turn the igni-
tion key to ACC to turn the system off.
Vehicle security system activationThe security system will give the following alarm:

The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.

The alarm automatically turns off after ap-
proximately 50 seconds. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again. The alarm can be shut off by unlocking
a door with the key, or by pressing the
UNLOCK button on the keyfob.The alarm is activated by:

Opening the door without using the key or
keyfob.

Opening the rear hatch or the trunk lid with-
out using the release switch or keyfob.
How to stop an activated alarmThe alarm will stop only by unlocking a door with
the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK button on
keyfob. The alarm will not stop if the ignition
switch is turned to ACC or ON.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by your
NISSAN dealer.NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM (NVIS)The Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS)
will not allow the engine to start without the use
of the registered NVIS key.
If the engine fails to start using the registered
NVIS key, it may be due to interference caused
by another NVIS key, an automated toll road
device or automated payment device on the key
ring. Restart the engine using the following
procedures:
1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position
for approximately 5 seconds.
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or damage the rear window de-
froster.

Do not use the rear window defroster
switch while the soft top is being
operated or fully opened. The heat
may damage the top material and/or
components. (for Roadster models)
XENON HEADLIGHTS (if so
equipped)
WARNINGHIGH VOLTAGE

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

Xenon headlights provide consider-
ably more light than conventional
headlights. If they are not correctly
aimed, they might temporarily blind
an oncoming driver or the driver
ahead of you and cause a serious
accident. If headlights are not aimed
correctly, immediately take your ve-
hicle to a NISSAN dealer and have
the headlights adjusted correctly.
When the xenon headlight is initially turned on,
its brightness or color varies slightly. However,
the color and brightness will soon stabilize.
The life of xenon headlights will be
shortened by frequent on-off operation.
It is generally desirable not to turn off
the headlights for short intervals (for
example, when the vehicle stops at a
traffic signal). Even when the daytime
running lights are active (Canada only),
the xenon headlights do not turn on.
This way the life of the xenon headlights
is not reduced.

If the xenon headlight bulb is close to
burning out, the brightness will drasti-
cally decrease, the light will start blink-
ing, or the color of the light will become
reddish. If one or more of the above
signs appear, contact a NISSAN dealer.
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HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Lighting
1Turn the switch to the
position:
The front park, side marker, tail, license plate
and instrument lights will come on.
2Turn the switch to the
position:
Headlights will come on and all the other
lights remain on.
Headlight beam select
1To select the high beam, push the lever
forward. The high beam lights come on and
the high beam indicator light
illumi-
nates.
2Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
3Pulling the lever toward you will flash the
headlight high beam.
Battery saver system
When the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automaticallyturn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has
been turned to the OFF position.

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

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

Never leave the light switch on when
the engine is not running for ex-
tended periods of time even if the
headlights turn off automatically.DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
(Canada only)The headlights automatically illuminate at a re-
duced intensity when the engine is started with
the parking brake released. The daytime running
lights operate with the headlight switch in the
OFF position or in the
position. Turn the
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