NISSAN 370Z COUPE 2010 Owners Manual

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1. API certification mark
2. API service symbolENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oilIt is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance, see
“CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS” earlier in this section. 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 or Interna-tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity 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.
Oil additivesNISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used and
maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
been previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosityThe engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
that the engine oil viscosity be selected based
on the temperatures at which the vehicle will be
operated before the next oil change. Choosing
an oil viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.Selecting the correct oil filterYour new vehicle is equipped with a high-quality
genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replacing, use
the genuine oil filter or its equivalent for the
reason described in change intervals.Change intervalsThe oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than the
specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals
longer than recommended could reduce engine
life. Damage to engines caused by improper
maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter
quality and/or viscosity is not covered by the
new NISSAN vehicle limited warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality engine
oil when it was built. You do not have to change
the oil before the first recommended change
interval. Oil and filter change intervals depend
upon how you use your vehicle. Operation under
the following conditions may require more
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frequent oil and filter changes.
.repeated short distance driving at cold
outside temperatures,
. driving in dusty conditions,
. extensive idling,
. stop and go “rush hour” traffic,
Refer to the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide” for the maintenance schedule.AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE-
COMMENDATIONSThe air conditioning system in your
NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the
lubricant, NISSAN UV Luminous Oil Type
S or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or
lubricant will cause severe damage to
the air conditioning system and will
require the replacement of all air con-
ditioner system components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
NISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect
the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental
regulations require the recovery and recycling of
any refrigerant during automotive air condition-
ing system service. Your NISSAN dealer has the
trained technicians and equipment needed to
recover and recycle your air conditioning system
refrigerant.
Contact a NISSAN dealer when servicing your
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ENGINEModelVQ37VHR
Type Gasoline, 4-cycle
Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slanted at 608
Bore 6Stroke in (mm) 3.76063.385 (95.5 686.0)
Displacement cu in (cm
3) 225.54 (3,696)
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Idle speed rpm
No adjustment is necessary.
Ignition timing (B.T.D.C.) degree/rpm
Spark plug Standard FXE24HR-11
Spark plug gap (Normal) in (mm) 0.043 (1.1)
Camshaft operation Timing chain
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
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VQ37VHR engine
SPECIFICATIONS
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheelTypeSizeOffset in (mm)
Conventional Front: 18
68J 1.69 (43)
Rear: 18 69J 0.59 (15)
Front: 19 69J 1.85 (47)
Rear: 19 610J 1.18 (30)
NISMO models Front: 1969.5J 1.57 (40)
Rear: 19 610.5J 0.90 (23)
Spare 17
64T*1 1.18 (30)
18 64T*1 0 (0)
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TireTypeSize Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]
Conventional Front: 225/50R18
35 (240)*2
Rear: 245/45R18 38 (260)*3
Front: 245/40R19 35 (240)
Rear: 275/35R19
NISMO models Front: 245/40R19
35 (240)
Rear: 285/35R19
Spare (T-type) T145/80D17*1
60 (420)
T145/70R18*1
—*3, *4
*1: if so equipped
*2: Coupe models
*3: Roadster models
*4: The emergency tire puncture repair kit is supplied.
DIMENSIONS
in (mm)
Overall length 167.2 (4,246)*1
167.4 (4,253)*2
173.4 (4,405)*1, *3
173.5 (4,407)*2, *3
Overall width 72.6 (1,845)
Overall height 51.8 (1,315)
52.2 (1,325)*4
Front tread 61.0 (1,550)*5
60.6 (1,540)*6
61.2 (1,555)*6, *3
Rear tread 62.8 (1,595)*5
61.6 (1,565)*6
62.2 (1,580)*6, *3
Wheelbase 100.4 (2,550)
*1: Without front license plate bracket
*2: With front license plate bracket
*3: NISMO models
*4: Roadster models
*5: 18-inch wheel models
*6: 19-inch wheel models
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If you plan to travel in another country,you
should first find out if the fuel available is suitable
for your vehicle’s engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas
where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district, it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into
another country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, transpor-
tation, and registration are the responsi-
bility of the user. NISSAN is not
responsible for any inconvenience that
may result.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATEThe vehicle identification number plate is at-
tached as shown. This number is the identifica-
tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle
registration.
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(chassis number)The number is stamped as shown in the engine
compartment.
WHEN TRAVELING OR
REGISTERING YOUR VEHICLE IN
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERThe number is stamped on the engine as shown.
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F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION
LABELThe Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certification
label is affixed as shown. This label contains
valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross
Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) , month and year of
manufacture, Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) , etc. Review it carefully.
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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
LABELThe emission control information label is at-
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TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
LABELThe cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label affixed to the pillar as
illustrated.
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AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATION
LABELThe air conditioner specification label is at-
tached as shown.
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EXCEPT FOR NISMO MODELSUse the following steps to mount the license
plate:
Before mounting the license plate, confirm that
the following parts are enclosed in the plastic
bag.
.License plate bracket
. J-nut 62
. Screw 62
. Screw grommet 62
1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground. Locate the two dents
*A
on the front bumper.
Carefully drill two pilot holes using a 0.39 in
(10 mm) drill bit. (Be sure that the drill
only goes through the bumper fascia.)
2. Insert grommets into the hole on the bumper fascia.
3. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grommet hole to add 90 8turn onto the part
*B.
4. Make sure the side end surface of the license plate bracket is aligned with the
bumper
*C.
INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE
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Mark the center of the hole
*D
on both
sides with a felt-tip pen. Remove the bracket
from the bumper, and then open 0.9 to 1.0
inch (22 to 25 mm) diameter holes on the
bumper using the marks
*D
as a center.
5. Insert J-nuts into the license plate bracket before placing the license plate bracket on
the fascia.
6. Install the license plate bracket with screws.
7. Install the license plate with bolts that are no longer than 0.55 in (14 mm) .
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