instrument panel NISSAN 370Z 2018 Owner´s Manual
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If any of the following conditions occur,
the front air bag, side air bag and curtain
air bag systems and/or pretensioner
system need servicing.
.The supplemental air bag warning
light remains on after approximately
7 seconds.
. The supplemental air bag warning
light flashes intermittently.
. The supplemental air bag warning
light does not come on at all.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supple-
mental Restraint Systems and/or the
pretensioner seat belt may not function
properly.
For additional information, see “Supple-
mental restraint system” (P.1-30).
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the
front air bag, side air bag and curtain
air bag systems and/or pretensioner
system will not operate in an acci-
dent. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle checked.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light illuminates and then
turns off.
The light will blink when the VDC system
or the traction control system is operat-
ing, thus alerting the driver that the
vehicle is nearing its traction limits. The
road surface may be slippery.
When the VDC warning light illuminates
when the VDC system is turned on, this
light alerts the driver to the fact that the
VDC system’s fail-safe mode is operating,
for example the VDC system may not be
functioning properly. Have the system
checked. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. If a mal-
function occurs in the system, the VDC
system function will be canceled but the
vehicle is still driveable. For additional
information, see “Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system” (P.5-30) of this manual.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Cruise indicator light
Cruise main switch indicator:
This light illuminates when the cruise
control main switch is pushed. The light
turns off when the main switch is pushed
again. When the cruise main switch in-
dicator light illuminates, the cruise control
system is operational. (See “Cruise con-
trol” (P.5-22).)
Cruise malfunction:
If the cruise indicator light blinks while the
engine is running, it may indicate the
cruise control system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. (See “Cruise control” (P.5-
22).)
Exterior light indicator
This indicator illuminates when the head-
light switch is turned to the AUTO,orposition and the front parking lights,
instrument panel lights, rear combination
lights, license plate lights or headlights
are on. The indicator turns off when these
lights are turned off.
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Front passenger air bag sta-
tus light
The front passenger air bag status light
(), located on the center of the instru-
ment panel, will be lit and the passenger
front air bag will be OFF depending on
how the front passenger seat is being
used.
For front passenger air bag status light
operation, see “NISSAN Advanced Air Bag
System (front seats)” (P.1-36) of this man-
ual.
High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight
high beam is on and goes out when the
low beam is selected.
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)
If the malfunction indicator light comes
on steady or blinks while the engine is
running, it may indicate a potential emis-
sion control malfunction.
The malfunction indicator light 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 (11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off if no other potential
emission control system malfunction ex-
ists.
If this indicator light remains on for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indi-
cates that the vehicle is not ready for an
emission control system inspection/
maintenance test. (See “Readiness for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test” (P.10-
25).)
Operation:
The malfunction indicator light will come
on in one of two ways:
. Malfunction indicator light on steady
— An emission control system mal-
function has been detected. Check
the fuel-filler cap if the LOOSE FUEL
CAP warning appears in the vehicle
information display. If the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, tighten or
install the cap and continue to drive
the vehicle. The
light should turn
off after a few driving trips. If the
light does not turn off after a few
driving trips, have the vehicle in-
spected. It is recommended you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service. You
do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking —
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission
control system.
To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45
MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decel- eration.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may
stop blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected. It is re-
commended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. 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, re-
duced fuel economy, and possible
damage to the emission control sys-
tem.
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MAINTENANCE INDICATORS
1. Engine oil replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the set time
comes for changing the engine oil. You
can set or reset the distance for changing
the engine oil. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-
23).)
2. Oil filter replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the set time
comes for replacing the oil filter. You can
set or reset the distance for replacing the
oil filter. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-23).)
3. Tire replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the set time
comes for replacing tires. You can set or
reset the distance for replacing tires. (See
“Trip computer” (P.2-23).)
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not
a substitute for regular tire checks,
including tire pressure checks. See
“Changing wheels and tires” (P.8-33).
Many factors including tire inflation,
alignment, driving habits and road
conditions affect tire wear and when
tires should be replaced. Setting the
tire replacement indicator for a cer-tain driving distance does not mean
your tires will last that long. Use the
tire replacement indicator as a guide
only and always perform regular tire
checks. Failure to perform regular
tire checks, including tire pressure
checks could result in tire failure.
Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to a collision, which
could result in serious personal in-
jury or death.
4. “OTHER” indicator
This indicator appears when the set time
comes for replacing items other than the
engine oil, oil filter and tires. You can set
or reset the distance for replacing the
items. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-23).)
Models with navigation system:
More maintenance reminders are also
available on the center display. (See
“How to use INFO button” (P.4-8).)SIC3978
TRIP COMPUTER
Switches for the trip computer are lo-
cated on the left side of the combination
meter panel. To operate the trip compu-
ter, push the switches as shown above.
ENTER switch
NEXT switch
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, modes of the trip computer
can be selected by pushing the
switch.
Each time the
switchis pushed, the
display will change as follows:
Current fuel consumption ?Average fuel
consumption and speed ?Elapsed time
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accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Note: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Ca-
nada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
SIC2045
Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on
the meter panel. It indicates the status of
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch is
in the LOCK, ACC or OFF position. This
function indicates the security systems
equipped on the vehicle are operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
is malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System assoon as possible. Please bring all In-
telligent Keys that you have. It is re-
commended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
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SIC3995
Autolight system
The autolight system allows the head-
lights to be set so they turn on and off
automatically.
To set the autolight system:
1. Make sure the headlight switch is inthe AUTO position
.
2. Push the ignition switch to the ON position.
3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off.
To turn the autolight system off, turn the
switch to the OFF,
orposition.
The autolight system can turn on the headlights automatically when it is dark
and turn off the headlights when it is
light.
If the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position and one of the doors is opened
and this condition is continued, the head-
lights remain on for 5 minutes.
Automatic headlights off delay:
You can keep the headlights on for 45
seconds after you push the ignition
switch to OFF and open any door then
close all the doors.
Models with navigation system:
You can adjust the period of the auto-
matic headlights off delay from 0 seconds
(OFF) to 180 seconds. The factory default
setting is 45 seconds.
For automatic headlights off delay
setting, see “Light Off Delay” (P.4-15).
SIC3784A
Be sure not to put anything on top of
the photo sensorlocated on the top
of the instrument panel. The photo
sensor controls the autolight; if it is
covered, the photo sensor reacts as if it
is dark and the headlights will illumi-
nate.
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SIC3981
Instrument brightness control
The instrument brightness control oper-
ates when the headlight control switch is
in the
,or AUTO position (with the
autolights activated).
Push the upper
or lowerswitch to
brighten or dim the instrument panel
lights when driving at night.
SIC3997
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the
turning direction. When the turn is com-
pleted, the turn signals cancel automati-
cally.
Lane change signal
Move the lever up or down until the turn
signal begins to flash, but the lever does
not latch, to signal a lane change. Hold
the lever until the lane change is com-
pleted.
Move the lever up or down until the turn
signal begins to flash, but the lever does
not latch, and release the lever. The turn signal will automatically flash three times.
Choose the appropriate method to signal
a lane change based on road and traffic
conditions.
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SIC4066
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped)
To turn on the rear fog light, turn the
headlight switch to theposition, then
turn the fog light switch to the
position.
The switch returns to the OFF position
automatically, and the rear fog light will
illuminate.
Make sure the indicator light on the
instrument panel illuminates.
To turn off the rear fog light, turn the fog
light switch to the
position again.
Make sure the indicator light on the
instrument panel turns off.
SIC3982
To sound the horn, push the center pad
area of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing
so could affect proper operation of
the supplemental front air bag sys-
tem. Tampering with the supple-
mental front air bag system may
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use
the seat heater if you or the occu-
pants cannot monitor elevated seat
temperatures or have an inability to
feel pain in those body parts in
contact with the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in
serious injury.
CAUTION
. The battery could run down if the
seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.
. Do not use the seat heater for
extended periods or when no one
is using the seat.
. Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a
blanket, cushion, seat cover, etc.
Otherwise, the seat may become
overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or
heavy on the seat or pierce it with
a pin or similar object. This may
result in damage to the heater.
HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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Automatic window lowering
(Roadster models)
When the soft top operating switch is
pressed, the power windows will auto-
matically be lowered completely. The
windows do not rise automatically after
the soft top open/close operation is
completed. Use the power window
switches to raise them.
Automatic adjusting function
CAUTION
When the battery cable is removed
from the battery terminal, do not
close either of the front doors. The
automatic window adjusting func-
tion will not work and the side roof
panel may be damaged.
The power window has an automatic
adjusting function. When the door is
being opened, the window is automati-
cally lowered slightly to avoid contact
between the window and the side roof
panel. When the door is closed, the
window is automatically raised slightly.
While the automatic adjusting function
does not work, the window will be con-
trolled as follows: .
When the door is opened, the window
lowers for approximately 2 seconds.
. While the door is open, the window
cannot be raised.
If the windows do not close auto-
matically
If the power window automatic function
(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initi-
alize the power window system.
1. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position.
2. Close the door and soft top (Roadster models).
3. Open the window completely by op- erating the power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then
hold the switch more than 3 seconds
after the window is closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after perform-
ing the procedure above, have your vehicle checked. It is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn
(chime) operation, push the LOCK
and UNLOCKbuttons on the Intel-
ligent Key simultaneously for more than 2
seconds.
. When the hazard indicator mode is
set, the hazard indicator flashes 3
times.
. When the hazard indicator and horn
mode is set, the hazard indicator
flashes once and the horn chirps once.
SPA2572
When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood lock release handle
located below the instrument panel;
the hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
up at the front of the
hood with your fingertips and raise
the hood.
3. Hold the insulator
of the support
rod and insert its end into the slot
on the front edge of the hood.
When closing the hood:
1. While supporting the hood, return the support rod to its original position. 2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12
in (20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock,
then let it drop.
3. Make sure it is securely latched.
WARNING
. Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the
hood to fly open and result in an
accident.
. If you see steam or smoke com-
ing from the engine compart-
ment, to avoid injury do not
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HOOD
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4-30Center display, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
OPERATING TIPS
When the engine coolant temperature
and outside air temperature are low, the
air flow from the foot outlets may not
operate. This is not a malfunction. After
the coolant temperature warms up, air
will flow normally from the foot outlets.
The sensors
andon the instrument
panel helps maintain a constant tem-
perature. Do not put anything on or
around this sensor.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The air conditioning system is equipped
with an in-cabin microfilter which collects
dirt, pollen, dust, etc. To make sure the air
conditioner heats, defogs, and ventilates
efficiently, replace the filter in accordance
with the specified maintenance intervals
listed in the “9. Maintenance and sche-
dules” section. It is recommended to see a
NISSAN dealer to replace the filter.
The filter should be replaced if air flow
is extremely decreased or when win-
dows fog up easily when operating
heater or air conditioning system.
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER
The air conditioning system in your
NISSAN is charged with a refrigerant
designed with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant will not harm the
earth’s ozone layer. However, special
charging equipment and lubricant are
required when servicing your NISSAN air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants
or lubricants will cause severe damage to
your air conditioning system. (See “Capa-
cities and recommended fluids/lubri-
cants” (P.10-2) for air conditioning
system refrigerant and lubricant recom-
mendations.)
Your NISSAN dealer will be able to service
your environmentally friendly air condi-
tioning system.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant un-
der high pressure. To avoid personal
injury, any air conditioner service
should be done only by an experi-
enced technician with the proper
equipment.
AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
Radio
Push the ignition switch to the ACC or ON
position and push the radio band select
button to turn on the radio. If you listen to
the radio with the engine not running, the
ignition switch should be pushed to the
ACC position.
Radio reception is affected by station
signal strength, distance from radio
transmitter, buildings, bridges, mountains
and other external influences. Intermit-
tent changes in reception quality nor-
mally are caused by these external
influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the
vehicle may influence radio reception
quality.
Radio reception:
Your NISSAN radio system is equipped
with state-of-the-art electronic circuits to
enhance radio reception. These circuits
are designed to extend reception range,
and to enhance the quality of that recep-
tion.
However there are some general charac-
teristics of both FM and AM radio signals
that can affect radio reception quality in a
moving vehicle, even when the finest
equipment is used. These characteristics
AUDIO SYSTEM