manual transmission NISSAN 370Z 2014 Owners Manual

3) and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” (P.6-3) .
7. “TIMER” indicator
This indicator appears when the set “TIMER”
indicator activates. You can set the time for up to
6 hours. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-23) .)
8. Low outside temperature warning
This warning appears if the outside temperature
is below 378F(38C) . The warning can be set not
to be displayed. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-23) .)
9. SynchroRev Match mode (S-MODE)
warning
This warning appears if a system malfunction
occurs. When the warning appears, the S-
MODE function will not operate, but the manual
transmission will operate normally and driving
can be continued. Have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
10. Extended storage fuse warning
This warning may appear if the extended storage
fuse switch is not pushed in (switched on) .
When this warning appears, push in (switch on)
the extended storage fuse switch to turn off the
warning. For more information, see “Extended
storage fuse switch” (P.8-23) .

WARNING
Do not operate the push-button ignition
switch while driving the vehicle except
in an emergency. (The engine will stop
when the ignition switch is pushed 3
consecutive times or the ignition switch
is pushed and held for more than 2
seconds.) If the engine stops while the
vehicle is being driven, this could lead
to a crash and serious injury.
Before operating the push-button ignition
switch, be sure to move the shift lever to the P
(Park) position (for automatic transmission
model) or the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position (for manual transmission model) .

.Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid and window washer fluid as
frequently as possible, or at least whenever
you refuel.
. Check that all windows and lights are clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat and adjust head restraints.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to
do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights when
the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position. (See “Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders” (P.2-10) .) 1. Apply the parking brake.
2.
Automatic Transmission (AT) model:
Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed not to operate unless
the shift lever is in either of the above
positions.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position. Depress the clutch pedal fully to
the floor.
The starter is designed not to operate unless
the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON position. Depress the brake pedal (AT model) or the
clutch pedal (MT model) and push the
ignition switch to start the engine.
To start the engine immediately, push and
release the ignition switch while depressing
the brake pedal with the ignition switch in
any position.
.If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold weather or when restart-
ing, depress the accelerator pedal a little
(approximately 1/3 to the floor) and while
holding, crank the engine. Release the accelerator pedal when the engine starts.
.If the engine is very hard to start because
it is flooded, depress the accelerator
pedal all the way to the floor and hold it.
Push the ignition switch to the ON
position to start cranking the engine.
After 5 or 6 seconds, stop cranking by
pushing the ignition switch to OFF. After
cranking the engine, release the accel-
erator pedal. Crank the engine with your
foot off the accelerator pedal by
depressing the brake pedal and pushing
the push-button ignition switch to start
the engine. If the engine starts, but fails
to run, repeat the above procedure.

moderate speed for a short distance first,
especially in cold weather. In cold weather,
keep the engine running for a minimum of 2 -
3 minutes before shutting it off. Starting and
stopping the engine over a short period of
time may make the vehicle more difficult to
start.
When racing the engine up to 4,500 rpm or
more under no load condition, the engine
will enter the fuel cut mode.
5. To stop the engine, shift the shift lever to the P (Park) position (AT model) or move the
shift lever to the N (Neutral) position (MT
model) , and push the ignition switch to the
OFF position.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
7 speed automatic transmission
The automatic transmission in your vehicle is
electronically controlled by a transmission con-
trol module to produce maximum efficiency and
smooth operation.
Shown on the following pages are the recom-
mended operating procedures for this transmis-
sion. Follow these procedures for maximum
vehicle performance and driving enjoyment.
Starting the vehicle
After starting the engine, fully depress the foot
brake pedal and push the shift lever button
before shifting the shift lever to the R (Reverse) ,
N (Neutral) , D (Drive) or Manual shift mode
position. Be sure the vehicle is fully stopped
before attempting to shift the shift lever.
This automatic transmission model is de-
signed so that the foot brake pedal must
be depressed before shifting from P (Park)
to any drive position while the ignition
switch position is ON.
The shift lever cannot be moved out of the
P (Park) position and into any of the other
gear positions if the ignition switch is
pushed to the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. 1. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and
push the shift lever button to shift into a
driving gear.
2. Release the parking brake and foot brake, then gradually start the vehicle in motion.

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Shift lock release
If the battery charge is low or discharged, the
shift lever may not be moved from the P (Park)
position even with the brake pedal depressed
and the shift lever button pushed.
To move the shift lever, perform the following
procedure:
1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCKposition.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Remove the shift lock cover
*Ausing a
suitable tool. 4. Push down the shift lock
*Busing a
suitable tool as illustrated.
5. Push the shift lever button
*Cand move the
shift lever to the N (Neutral) position
*Dwhile holding down the shift lock.
Now the vehicle may be moved to the desired
location.
If the lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) ,
have a NISSAN dealer check the automatic
transmission system as soon as possible.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE (for models
with spare tire)
If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions
below.
Stopping the vehicle
1. Safely move the vehicle off the road andaway from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position (Automatic transmission models) .
Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) gear
(Manual transmission models) .
4. Turn off the engine.
5. Raise the hood to warn other traffic, and to signal professional road assistance person-
nel that you need assistance.
6. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic
and clear of the vehicle.

CAUTION
.To avoid the emergency tire punc-
ture kit being damaged during sto-
rage or use:
— Only use the emergency tire
puncture repair kit on your ve-
hicle. Do not use it on other
vehicles.
— Only use the kit to inflate the tires of your vehicle and to
check the vehicle’s tire pressure.
— Only plug the compressor into a 12V DC car power point.
— Keep the kit free of water and dirt.
— Do not disassemble or modify the kit.
— Do not drop the kit or allow hard impacts to the kit.
. Do not use the emergency tire
puncture repair kit under the follow-
ing conditions. Contact a NISSAN
dealer or professional road assis-
tance. — when the sealant has passed its
expiration date (shown on the
label attached to the bottle)
— when the cut or the puncture is approximately 0.25 in (6 mm) or
longer
— when the tire sidewall is da- maged
— when the vehicle has been dri- ven with extremely low tire
pressure
— when the tire has come off the inside or the outside of the
wheel.
— when the tire wheel is damaged
— when two or more tires are flat
Stopping the vehicle
1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
4. Automatic Transmission models:
Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position. Manual Transmission models:
Move the shift lever to the R (Reverse)
position.
5. Turn off the engine.
6. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and to signal professional road assistance person-
nel that you need assistance.
7. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic
and clear of the vehicle.

.Always pull the cable straight out
from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull on the vehicle at an angle.
. Pulling devices should be routed so
they do not touch any part of the
suspension, steering, brake or cool-
ing systems.
. Pulling devices such as ropes or
canvas straps are not recommended
for use in vehicle towing or recov-
ery.
Rocking a stuck vehicle
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and back- ward.
.Shift back and forth between R (Reverse)
and D (Drive) (automatic transmission
models) or 1st and R (Reverse) (manual
transmission models) .
.Apply the accelerator as little as possibleto maintain the rocking motion.
.Release the accelerator pedal beforeshifting between R (Reverse) and D
(Drive) (automatic transmission models)
or 1st and R (Reverse) (manual transmis-
sion models) .
.Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH (55 km/h).
5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few tries, contact a professional towing service
to remove the vehicle.

Console box ................................................................. 2-43
CoolantCapacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant...................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-9
Corrosion protection .................................................... 7-8
Cover, Cargo cover.................................................... 2-44
Cruise control............................................................... 5-21
Cup holders.................................................................. 2-41
D
Dampers, Performance dampers ............................ 5-31
Daytime running light system................................... 2-35
Defroster switch, Rear window
defroster switch........................................................... 2-32
Dimensions ................................................................... 9-10
Drive belts..................................................................... 8-18
Driving Cold weather driving........................................... 5-32
Driving with automatic transmission................ 5-12
Driving with manual transmission..................... 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving .............. 5-2
DVD player operation................................................. 4-56
E
Economy, Fuel.............................................................. 5-24
Elapsed time................................................................. 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ........................... 6-8
Emission control information label.......................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty........................... 9-22
Engine Before starting the engine................................. 5-11
Break-in schedule ................................................ 5-23 Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant...................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter........................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-9
Checking engine oil level................................... 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ................................. 2-7
Emergency engine shut off................................ 5-10
Engine block heater............................................. 5-33
Engine compartment check locations................ 8-7
Engine cooling system........................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................ 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation........... 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator...................... 2-22
Engine oil temperature gauge.............................. 2-8
Engine oil viscosity.................................................. 9-6
Engine serial number........................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ............................................. 9-8
Engine start operation indicator ....................... 2-19
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ......................................... 2-20
If your vehicle overheats..................................... 6-16
Starting the engine .............................................. 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR)................................... 9-24
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)................................ 5-2
Extended storage fuse warning............................... 2-22
Exterior light indicator ................................................ 2-15F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .................................... 8-19
Changing engine oil and filter........................... 8-10
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch)....... 6-2 Flat tire............................................................................. 6-3
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ................................................. 6-8
Flat towing .................................................................... 9-21
Floor mat cleaning ........................................................ 7-6
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF).................. 8-12
Brake and clutch fluid......................................... 8-13
Brake fluid.............................................................. 8-13
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Engine coolant......................................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................ 8-10
Power steering fluid............................................. 8-12
Window washer fluid .......................................... 8-14
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD) player.... 4-43
FM-AM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer (models without navigation system) ...... 4-47
FM-AM-SAT radio with compact disc
(CD) player ................................................................... 4-52
Fog light switch........................................................... 2-36
Front manual seat adjustment.................................... 1-4
Front passenger air bag and status light.............. 1-35
Front power seat adjustment ..................................... 1-2
Front seat, Front seat adjustment............................. 1-2
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants............................... 9-2
Fuel economy........................................................ 5-24
Fuel economy information (display).................... 4-9
Fuel information ....................................................... 9-4
Fuel octane rating ................................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap......................................................... 3-34
Fuel-filler door....................................................... 3-34
Gauge ........................................................................ 2-8
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ............................. 3-35

Fuel efficient driving tips ........................................... 5-23
Fuses.............................................................................. 8-22
Fusible links.................................................................. 8-22
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver.................................................. 2-50
Gas cap......................................................................... 3-34
Gauge .............................................................................. 2-5Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-7
Fuel gauge................................................................ 2-8
Odometer.................................................................. 2-6
Speedometer............................................................ 2-6
Tachometer ............................................................... 2-7
Trip computer........................................................ 2-23
General maintenance .......................................... 8-3, 8-3
Glove box...................................................................... 2-42
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system)............................. 4-76
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ....................... 4-86
Hatch, Rear hatch....................................................... 3-17
Hazard warning flasher switch................................... 6-2
Head restraints .............................................................. 1-5
Headlights Bulb replacement................................................. 8-28
Headlight switch................................................... 2-33
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-33
Heated seats................................................................ 2-37
Heater Engine block heater............................................. 5-33
Heater and air conditioner operation.............. 4-24
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ........................... 2-50 Hood release................................................................ 3-16
Horn................................................................................ 2-37
I
Ignition switch
(Push-button) ........................................................... 5-8
Manual transmission models............................. 5-16
Immobilizer system...................................................... 2-29
In-cabin microfilter ...................................................... 4-30
Indicator lights.............................................................. 2-15
INFO button.................................................................... 4-8
Inside mirror.................................................................. 3-37
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .......................... 9-24
Instrument brightness control .................................. 2-36
Instrument panel............................................................ 2-4
Instrument pocket ....................................................... 2-41
Intelligent Key................................................................. 3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator............ 2-20
Intelligent Key removal indicator.............................. 2-19
Intelligent Key system .................................................. 3-6 Battery replacement ............................................ 8-24
Intelligent Key system warning light................ 2-12
Key operating range ............................................... 3-8
Key operation ........................................................... 3-9
Warning signals.................................................... 3-11
Interior light control switch ....................................... 2-48
Interior light replacement........................................... 8-28
Interior lights................................................................. 2-47
Interior trunk lid release............................................. 3-20
iPod
®player operation............................................... 4-68
J
Jump starting................................................................ 6-14
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system)................................................................ 3-13
Keys.................................................................................. 3-2 For Intelligent Key system..................................... 3-6
L
LabelsAir bag warning labels........................................ 1-40
Air conditioner specification label.................... 9-13
Emission control information label................... 9-12
Engine serial number........................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 9-12
Tire and Loading information label ....... 8-31, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ................. 9-11
License plate, Installing front license plate .......... 9-14
Light Air bag warning light........................................... 1-40
Bulb replacement................................................. 8-26
Cargo area courtesy light .................................. 2-49
Cargo light............................................................. 2-49
Fog light switch.................................................... 2-36
Headlight switch................................................... 2-33
Headlights bulb replacement............................ 8-28
Indicator lights....................................................... 2-15
Interior light control switch ................................ 2-48
Interior lights.......................................................... 2-47
Map lights .............................................................. 2-47
Replacement.......................................................... 8-26
Trunk light............................................................... 2-50
Vanity mirror lights ............................................... 2-49
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders................................................. 2-11
Xenon headlights.................................................. 2-33
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ..... 8-28
10-3