check engine NISSAN 370Z COUPE 2010 Service Manual

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vehicle jack-up points.
. A suitable adapter should be attached to
the jack stand saddle.
5. Remove the plastic engine undercover. a. Remove the small plastic clips at thecenter of the undercover.
b. Then remove the bolts that hold the undercover in place.
CAUTION
Make sure the correct lifting and sup-
port points are used to avoid vehicle
damage.
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Engine oil and filter1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug
*1
with a wrench
and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
. Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
. Check your local regulations. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine
oil filter change is needed.)
4. Loosen the oil filter
*2
with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber
gasket remaining on the mounting sur-
face of the engine. Failure to do so
could lead to engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten additionally
more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug
with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
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Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and install the oil filler
cap securely.
See “CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical
and consumer information” section for drain
and refill capacity. The drain and refill
capacity depends on the oil temperature
and drain time. Use these specifications for
reference only. Always use the dipstick to
determine the proper amount of oil in the
engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.
Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation1. Install the engine undercover into position as
the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic clipout.
b. Hold the engine undercover into posi- tion. c. Insert the clip through the undercover
into the hole in the frame, then push the
center of the clip in to lock the clip in
place.
d. Install the bolts that hold the undercover in place. Be careful not to strip the bolts
or over-tighten them.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
WARNING
. Prolonged and repeated contact
with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.
. Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
. Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children. When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.
CAUTION
.
Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF. Do not mix with other fluids.
. Using automatic transmission fluid
other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF will cause deterioration in dri-
veability and automatic transmis-
sion durability, and may damage
the automatic transmission, which
is not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty.AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
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SDI1765A
Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked with the
engine off using the HOT range (
*1:HOT
MAX.,
*2: HOT MIN.) at fluid temperatures of
122 to 176 8F (50 to 80 8C) or using the COLD
range (
*3: COLD MAX.,
*4: COLD MIN.) at
fluid temperatures of 32 to 86 8F(0to30 8C) .
If the fluid is below the MIN line, add Genuine
NISSAN PSF or equivalent. Remove the cap
and fill through the opening.
CAUTION
. Do not overfill.
. Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or
equivalent. For further brake and clutch fluid information,
see “CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical and
consumer information” section of this manual.
WARNING
.
Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
and clutch system.
. Be sure to clean the filler cap before
removing.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, wash the surface with
water.
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or adjusted by a NISSAN dealer.
2. Have the belt condition checked regularly.
WARNING
Be sure the engine and the ignition
switch are off and that the parking
brake is engaged securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to
remove the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.
SDI2020
REPLACING SPARK PLUGSIf replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer
for servicing.Iridium-tipped spark plugsIt is not necessary to replace the iridium-tipped
spark plugs as frequently as the conventional
type spark plugs since they will last much longer.
Follow the maintenance schedule in “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”, but do not
reuse them by cleaning or regapping.
Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.
SPARK PLUGS
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If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKESYour vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the
brake pedal is applied.
WARNING
See a NISSAN dealer for a brake
system check if the brake pedal height
does not return to normal.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. This scraping sound will
first occur only when the brake pedal is
depressed. After more wear of the brake pad
the sound will always be heard even if the brake
pedal is not depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the wear warning
sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other noise
may be heard. Occasional brake noise during
light to moderate stops is normal and does not affect the function or performance of the brake
system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.
For additional information, see the
maintenance log section of your “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”.
SDI1479A
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the headlight
switch is turned to OFF.
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2. Open the engine hood and remove thecover on the battery and the fuse/fusible link
holder.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller located in the passenger compartment fuse box.
SDI1754
5. If the fuse is open
*A
, replace it with a new
fuse
*B. Spare fuses are stored in the
passenger compartment fuse box.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked and repaired by a NISSAN
dealer.
Fusible linksIf any electrical equipment does not operate and
fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
links. If any of these fusible links are melted,
replace only with genuine NISSAN parts.
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vehicles.
If any undesirable driveability problems such as
engine stalling or hard hot starting are experi-
enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, im-
mediately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a
fuel with a low blend of MTBE.
Take care not to spill gasoline during
refueling. Gasoline containing oxygenates
can cause paint damage.
E-85 fuelE-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can
only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) . Do
not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern-
ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing
pumps to be identified by a small, square,
orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for
that region.Aftermarket fuel additivesNISSAN does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (Example: fuel injector
cleaner, octane booster, intake valve deposit
removers, etc.) which are sold commercially.
Many of these additives intended for gum,
varnish or deposit removal may contain active
solvent or similar ingredients that can be harmful
to the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tipsUsing unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended above can
cause persistent, heavy spark knock.
(Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.)
If severe, this can lead to engine damage.
If you detect a persistent heavy spark
knock even when using gasoline of the
stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed
on level roads, have a NISSAN dealer
correct the condition. Failure to correct
the condition is misuse of the vehicle, for
which NISSAN is not responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,
after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause
excessive fuel consumption or damage to the
engine. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked at a
NISSAN dealer or other competent service
facility.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
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If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying NISSAN.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot be-
come involved in individual problems be-
tween you, your dealer, or NISSAN.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Ad-
ministrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington DC 20590. You can also
obtain other information about motor vehi-
cle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
You may notify NISSAN by contacting our
Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at
1-800-662-6200.
Due to legal requirements in some states/ areas,
your vehicle may be required to be in what is
called the “ready condition” for an Inspection/
Maintenance (I/M) test of the emission control
system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when
it is driven through certain driving patterns.
Usually, the “ready condition” can be obtained
by ordinary usage of the vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a “not ready condition”. Before taking
the I/M test, check the vehicle’s inspection/
maintenance test readiness condition. Push the
ignition switch to the ON position without
starting the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds and
then blinks for 10 seconds, the I/M test
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is
“ready”.
If your vehicle does not pass an I/M test, the MIL
may not come on. Contact a NISSAN dealer to
prepare the vehicle for retesting.
If the MIL indicates the vehicle is in a “not ready”
condition, drive the vehicle through the following
pattern to set the vehicle to the “ready condi-
tion”. If you cannot or do not want to perform the
driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it
for you.
WARNING
Always drive the vehicle in a safe and
prudent manner according to traffic
conditions and obey all traffic laws.
1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle points between the C and H (normal
operating temperature) .
2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) , then quickly release the accelerator
pedal completely and keep it released for at
least 10 seconds.
3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of
53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 9
minutes.
4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine running.
5. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for 2 minutes.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 10 times.
7. Quickly release the accelerator pedal com- pletely and keep it released for at least for 1
minute. Maintain the speed for at least 5
minutes.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (US
only) READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
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Technical and consumer information

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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .................. 5-26
Advanced air bag system ......................... 1-32
Air bag system Advanced air bag system ..................... 1-32
Front passenger air bag and status light .... 1-33
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system .................. 1-36
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system .................. 1-36
Air bag warning labels ............................. 1-39
Air bag warning light ....................... 1-39, 2-12
Air cleaner housing filter .......................... 8-18
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ...................... 4-17
Air conditioner service ......................... 4-24
Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .............. 4-24, 9-6
In-cabin microfilter ............................. 4-23
Air deflectors ....................................... 9-16
Alarm, How to stop alarm
(see vehicle security system) ..................... 2-26
Alcohol, drugs and driving .......................... 5-7
Antenna ............................................. 4-73
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................. 5-26
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light ..... 2-9
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ........................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ........................ 7-5
Audible reminders ................................. 2-15
Audio operation precautions ...................... 4-24 Audio system
....................................... 4-24
Steering wheel audio controls ................ 4-71
Autochanger Compact Disc (CD) ........................... 4-42
Autolight system ................................... 2-30
Automatic Air conditioner (Type A) ....................... 4-18
Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ................................ 2-43
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-11
Door locks ........................................ 3-5
Driving with automatic transmission .......... 5-12
Auxiliary input jacks ................................ 4-69
Avoiding collision and rollover ...................... 5-5
B
Battery .............................................. 8-14
Battery saver system .......................... 2-31
Intelligent Key .................................. 8-22
Variable voltage control system ............... 8-16
Before starting the engine ........................ 5-10
Belts (See drive belts) ............................. 8-16
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-74
Bluetooth®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .............. 4-85
Booster seats ...................................... 1-23
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .............. 5-26
Brake and clutch fluid ......................... 8-12
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-13
Brake system ................................... 5-25 Parking brake operation
....................... 5-20
Warning light ..................................... 2-9
Break-in schedule .................................. 5-22
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ......................... 4-6
Instrument panel ............................... 2-32
Bulb check/instrument panel ........................ 2-8
Bulb replacement .................................. 8-24
C
Cabin air filter ...................................... 4-23
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ..... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ............................ 4-74
Cargo cover ........................................ 2-41
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ............ 5-2
Center multi-function control panel
(models with navigation system) .................... 4-2
Child restraint, Installation using the seat
belts ................................................. 1-19
Child restraints ..................................... 1-17
Booster seats .................................. 1-23
Precautions on child restraints ................ 1-17
Top tether strap ................................ 1-19
Child safety ......................................... 1-11
Chimes Audible reminders ............................. 2-15
Seat belt warning light and chime ............ 2-11
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ....................... 8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior ................. 7-2, 7-5
Clock .......................................... 2-7, 2-23
Clutch fluid ......................................... 8-12
Cockpit ............................................... 2-2
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10-2Cold weather driving.............................. 5-30
Command (See Bluetooth
®Hands-Free
Phone System) .............................. 4-76, 4-91
Command
(See NISSAN voice recognition system) ....... 4-103
Compact Disc (CD) changer
(See audio system) ................................ 4-42
Compact Disc (CD) player
(See audio system) ......................... 4-37, 4-48
Compact spare tire ................................ 8-36
Console box ........................................ 2-40
Coolant Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ........................ 8-9
Checking engine coolant level .................. 8-8
Corrosion protection ................................. 7-7
Cover, Cargo cover ................................ 2-41
Cruise control ...................................... 5-20
Cup holders ........................................ 2-38
D
Dampers, Performance dampers ................. 5-29
Daytime running light system ..................... 2-32
Defroster switch, Rear window defroster
switch ............................................... 2-29
Dimensions ........................................... 9-9
Display cleaning ...................................... 4-5
Drive belts .......................................... 8-16
Driving Cold weather driving .......................... 5-30
Driving with automatic transmission .......... 5-12
Driving with manual transmission ............. 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving ......... 5-2DVD player operation
.............................. 4-49
E
Economy, Fuel ..................................... 5-23
Elapsed time ....................................... 2-21
Emergency tire puncture repair kit .................. 6-7
Emission control information label ................ 9-11
Emission control system warranty ................ 9-21
Engine Before starting the engine .................... 5-10
Break-in schedule .............................. 5-22
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ........................ 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level .................. 8-8
Checking engine oil level ........................ 8-9
Coolant temperature gauge ..................... 2-6
Engine block heater ........................... 5-31
Engine compartment check locations .......... 8-7
Engine cooling system .......................... 8-8
Engine oil ......................................... 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ....... 9-5
Engine oil replacement indicator .............. 2-19
Engine oil temperature gauge ................... 2-7
Engine oil viscosity .............................. 9-5
Engine serial number .......................... 9-11
Engine specifications ............................ 9-7
Engine start operation indicator .............. 2-16
Engine start operation indicator
(Manual Transmission models) ................ 2-17
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 6-18
Starting the engine ............................ 5-11
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ..................... 9-23Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
.................... 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ......... 9-11
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ...................... 8-18
Changing engine oil and filter ................... 8-9
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . . . 2-33
Flat tire ................................................ 6-2
Repairing flat tire
(with emergency tire puncture repair kit) ....... 6-7
Flat towing .......................................... 9-20
Floor mat cleaning ................................... 7-6
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ........... 8-11
Brake and clutch fluid ......................... 8-12
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-13
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Engine coolant ................................... 8-8
Engine oil ......................................... 8-9
Power steering fluid ........................... 8-12
Window washer fluid .......................... 8-13
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player ............................................... 4-36
FM-AM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
changer (models without navigation system) .... 4-41
FM-AM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player (models with navigation system) .......... 4-45
Fog light switch .................................... 2-33
Front manual seat adjustment. ...................... 1-4
Front passenger air bag and status light ........ 1-33
Front power seat adjustment ....................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .................. 1-3
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