maintenance NISSAN 370Z 2020 Owner´s Manual

2020 370Z
OWNER’S MANUAL
and MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.
2020 NISSAN 370z Z34-D
Z34-D
Printing : February 2019
Publication No.:
Printed in U.S.A. OM20E0 0Z34U0

Illustrated table of contents0
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint
system1
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Center display, heater, air conditioner, audio, phone and
voice recognition systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Do-it-yourself
Maintenance and schedules
Technical and consumer information
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Table of
Contents
Index11

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1. Hood (P.3-16)
2. Headlight and turn signal— Operation (P.2-35)
— Bulb replacement (P.8-22)
3. Windshield wiper and washer — Operation (P.2-33)
— Maintenance (P.8-16) 4. Power windows (P.2-48)
5. Outside mirrors (P.3-39)
6. License plate installation (P.10-15)
7. Daytime running light
— Operation (P.2-35)
— Bulb replacement (P.8-22) 8. Tires
— Wheels and tires (P.8-26, P.10-10)
— Flat tire (P.6-3)
— Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) (P.2-13, P.5-3)
9. Side turn signal light (if so equipped) — Operation (P.2-35)
— Bulb replacement (P.8-22)
10. Doors — Keys (P.3-2)
— Door locks (P.3-4)
— Intelligent Key system (P.3-6)
— Remote keyless entry system (P.3-13)
EXTERIOR FRONT

1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-mental restraint system
Seats ........................................................................\
............................... 1-2
Front seats ........................................................................\
.......... 1-3
Head restraints/headrests .................................................... 1-6
Adjustable head
restraint/headrest components ................................ 1-7
Remove (if so equipped) .................................................. 1-7
Install (if so equipped) ........................................................ 1-7
Adjust (if so equipped) ....................................................... 1-8
Front-seat Active Head Restraints (if
so equipped) ........................................................................\
...... 1-9
Seat belts ........................................................................\
................. 1-10 Precautions on seat belt usage .............................. 1-10
Seat belt warning light and chime ....................... 1-12
Pregnant women ................................................................ 1-13
Injured persons ..................................................................... 1-13
Three-point type seat belt .......................................... 1-13
Seat belt extenders ........................................................... 1-16
Seat belt maintenance ................................................... 1-16
Child safety ........................................................................\
............. 1-17
Infants ........................................................................\
.................. 1-17
Small children (for Coupe models) ....................... 1-17
Larger children ...................................................................... 1-18
For Roadster models ....................................................... 1-19 Child restraints ........................................................................\
... 1-20
Precautions on child restraints ............................. 1-20
Top tether strap child restraint (for
Coupe models) ................................................................... 1-21
Forward-facing child restraint installation
using the seat belts (for Coupe models) ....... 1-23
Installing top tether strap (for
Coupe models) ................................................................... 1-27
Booster seats ....................................................................... 1-27
Supplemental restraint system ..................................... 1-31
Precautions on supplemental
restraint system ................................................................ 1-31
NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System
(front seats) ........................................................................\
... 1-37
Front seat-mounted side-impact and roof/
door-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover (if so equipped) supplemental air
bag systems ........................................................................\
. 1-42
Seat belts with pretensioners
(front seats) ........................................................................\
... 1-44
Supplemental air bag warning labels .............. 1-45
Supplemental air bag warning light ................. 1-45
Repair and replacement procedure .................. 1-46

1-16Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
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Shoulder belt arm (for Coupe
models)
Before fastening the seat belt, pull the
shoulder belt arm forward until it clicks at
the detent position.
Pulling the arm forward will allow an easy
access to the belt.
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS
If, because of body size or driving position,
it is not possible to properly fit the lap-
shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender
that is compatible with the installed seat
belts is available that can be purchased.
The extender adds approximately 8 in
(200 mm) of length and may be used foreither the driver or front passenger seat-
ing position. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for assistance with pur-
chasing an extender if an extender is
required.
WARNING
.
It is recommended that only
NISSAN seat belt extenders, made
by the same company which
made the original equipment seat
belts, be used with the NISSAN
seat belts.
. Adults and children who can use
the standard seat belt should not
use an extender. Such unneces-
sary use could result in serious
personal injury in the event of an
accident.
. Never use seat belt extenders to
install child restraints. If the child
restraint is not secured properly,
the child could be seriously in-
jured or killed in a collision or a
sudden stop.
SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE
. To clean the seat belt webbings,
apply a mild soap solution or any
solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpets. Then, wipe with
a cloth and allow the seat belts to dry
in the shade. Do not allow the seat
belts to retract until they are comple-
tely dry.
. If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt
guide of the seat belt anchors, the
seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the
shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry
cloth.
. Periodically check to see that the
seat belt and the metal components
such as buckles, tongues, retractors,
flexible wires and anchors work prop-
erly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts
or other damage on the webbing is
found, the entire seat belt assembly
should be replaced.

1-46Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
If any of the following conditions occur,
the air bag and/or pretensioner systems
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.
Under these conditions, the air bag and/
or pretensioner systems may not operate
properly. They must be checked and
repaired. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning
light is on, it could mean that the
front air bag, side air bag, curtain air
bag and/or pretensioner systems
will not operate in an accident. To
help avoid injury to yourself or
others, have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PRO-
CEDURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain
air bags and pretensioners are designed
to activate on a one-time-only basis. As a
reminder, unless it is damaged, the sup-
plemental air bag warning light will re-
main illuminated after inflation has
occurred. These systems should be re-
paired and/or replaced as soon as possi-
ble. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
When maintenance work is required on
the vehicle, the front air bags, side air
bags, curtain air bags, pretensioners and
related parts should be pointed out to the
person conducting the maintenance. The
ignition switch should always be in the
LOCK position when working under the
hood or inside the vehicle.
WARNING
. Once a front air bag, side air bag,
or curtain air bag has inflated, the
air bag module will not function
again and must be replaced. Ad-
ditionally, the activated preten-
sioner must also be replaced. The
air bag module and pretensioner
system should be replaced. It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service. The air bag
module and pretensioner system
cannot be repaired.
. The front air bag, side air bag and
curtain air bag systems and the
pretensioner system should be
inspected if there is any damage
to the front end or side portion of
the vehicle. It is recommended
you visit a NISSAN dealer for this
service.
. If you need to dispose of the
supplemental air bag or preten-
sioner systems or scrap the vehi-
cle, it is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer. Correct supple-
mental air bag and seat belt
pretensioner system disposal
procedures are set forth in the
appropriate NISSAN Service Man-
ual. Incorrect disposal procedures
could cause personal injury.

2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ........................................................................\
.......................... 2-3
Instrument panel ........................................................................\
.. 2-4
Meters and gauges ..................................................................... 2-5Speedometer and odometer ........................................ 2-6
Tachometer ........................................................................\
........ 2-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................... 2-7
Fuel gauge ........................................................................\
........... 2-8
Triple meter ........................................................................\
........ 2-8
Warning lights, indicator lights and
audible reminders ..................................................................... 2-10
Checking lights ..................................................................... 2-11
Warning lights ........................................................................\
2-11
Indicator lights ...................................................................... 2-15
Audible reminders .............................................................. 2-18
Vehicle information display ............................................... 2-19 Operational indicators .................................................... 2-20
Warnings and alerts .......................................................... 2-22
Maintenance indicators ................................................. 2-24
Trip computer ........................................................................\
2-25
Security systems ........................................................................\
2-30
Vehicle Security System ................................................ 2-30
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System .................... 2-32
Wiper and washer switch .................................................... 2-33
Rear window defroster switch ........................................ 2-34 Headlight and turn signal switch ................................ 2-35
Xenon headlights ............................................................. 2-35
Headlight switch ............................................................... 2-36
Turn signal switch ........................................................... 2-38
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ......................... 2-39
Horn ........................................................................\
............................. 2-39
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-40
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped) ............. 2-41
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ........ 2-42
Power outlet ........................................................................\
......... 2-43
Storage ........................................................................\
...................... 2-44 Instrument pocket (except for navigation
system equipped models) ......................................... 2-44
Cup holders ........................................................................\
... 2-44
Glove box ........................................................................\
........ 2-45
Console box ........................................................................\
.. 2-46
Rear parcel box .................................................................. 2-46
Cargo cover (if so equipped) ................................... 2-47
Windows ........................................................................\
................... 2-48 Power windows ................................................................. 2-48
Interior lights ........................................................................\
........ 2-51 Map lights ........................................................................\
....... 2-51
Interior light control switch ..................................... 2-51
Vanity mirror lights ................................................................. 2-52

2-16Instruments and controls
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.
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.1-37) 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-

2-24Instruments and controls
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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-
25).)
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.2-25).)
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.2-25).)
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not
a substitute for regular tire checks,
including tire pressure checks. See
“Changing wheels and tires” (P.8-34).
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.2-25).)
Models with navigation system:
More maintenance reminders are also
available on the center display. (See
“How to use INFO button” (P.4-8).)

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Setting
Setting cannot be made while driving. A
message “Setting can only be operated
when stopped” is also displayed on the
vehicle information display.
The
switchandswitchare
used in the setting mode to select and
decide a menu.
SKIP:
Push the
switchto move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switchto select other
menus. ALERT:
Alert menu can be set to notify the
following items.
.
UPSHIFT
Select this submenu to set the engine
speed (RPM) of the upshift indicator.
See “Upshift indicator” (P.5-20) (MT
models) or “Manual shift mode” (P.5-
14) (AT models).
. TIMER
Select this submenu to specify when
the “TIMER” indicator activates.
. ICY
Select this submenu to display the low
outside temperature warning.
To return to the top page of the setting
mode, select “BACK”.
MAINTENANCE:
The maintenance intervals of the follow-
ing items can be set or reset for the
reminders.
. OIL
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for changing the engine oil.
. FILTER
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing the oil filter.
. TIRE
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing tires. .
OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset
the distance for replacing items other
than the engine oil, oil filter and tires.
To return to the top page of the setting
mode, select “BACK”.
OPTIONS:
The 3 option menus can be set to your
preference.
. LANGUAGE
Select this submenu to choose English
or French for display.
. UNIT
Select this submenu to choose the
unit from US or METRIC.
. EFFECTS
Select this menu to set the dial effects
described below to on or off.
— The indicator needles sweep in the
meters when the engine is started.
To return to the top page of the setting
mode, select “BACK”.
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