NISSAN 370Z COUPE 2012 Owners Manual

horn operates.Hazard indicator and horn mode:
DOOR LOCKDOOR UNLOCK
Intelligent Key system
(Using door handle or rear hatch/trunk request switch) HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME - twiceHAZARD -
once
OUTSIDE CHIME - once
Remote keyless entry system (Using
orbutton) HAZARD -
twice
HORN - once HAZARD -
once
HORN - none
Hazard indicator mode:
DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK
Intelligent Key system
(Using door handle or rear hatch/trunk request switch) HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME - none HAZARD - none
OUTSIDE CHIME - none
Remote keyless entry system (Using
orbutton) HAZARD -
twice
HORN - none HAZARD - none
HORN - none
Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn (chime)
operation, push the LOCK
*1and UN-
LOCK
*2buttons on the Intelligent 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.
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1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1
located below the instrument panel; the
hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the hood
with your fingertips and raise the hood.
3. Hold the insulator
*3of the support rod
and insert its end into the slot
*4on the
front edge of the hood.
4. When closing the hood, store the support rod to its original position, then slowly close
the hood and make sure it locks into place.
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 coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
WARNING
Do not drive with the rear hatch open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)”
(P.5-2) of this manual.
HOOD REAR HATCH (Coupe models)

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REAR HATCH OPENER SWITCH
The rear hatch can be opened by pushing the
rear hatch opener switch when the Intelligent
Key is within the operating range of the rear
hatch lock/unlock function regardless of the
inside lock knob position. (See “Intelligent Key
system” (P.3-6) .)
To close the rear hatch, push it down securely.
SPA2646
NISMO models
CAUTION
Do not use the rear spoiler*Ato open
or close the rear hatch. Doing so may damage the rear spoiler.
Always hold area
*Bto open or close the rear
hatch.
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SPA2580
SECONDARY REAR HATCH RELEASE
The secondary rear hatch release mechanism
allows opening the rear hatch in the event of
discharged battery or emergency.
The release handle is located under the cargo
room floor. To open the rear hatch from the
passenger compartment, perform the following
procedure.
1. Remove the cargo floor mat.
2. Find the rear hatch release handle
*1as
shown in the illustration.
3. Free the release handle that is fixed with velcro. 4. Firmly pull the release handle until the rear
hatch releases.
WARNING
.Do not drive with the trunk lid open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monox-
ide)” (P.5-2) of this manual.
. Closely supervise children when
they are around cars to prevent
them from playing and becoming
locked in the trunk where they could
be seriously injured. Keep the car
locked, with the trunk closed, when
not in use, and prevent children’s
access to Intelligent Keys.
TRUNK LID (Roadster models)

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TRUNK LID OPENER SWITCH
The trunk lid can be opened by pushing the
trunk lid opener switch when the Intelligent Key
is within the operating range of the trunk lock/
unlock function regardless of the inside lock
knob position. (See “Intelligent Key system”
(P.3-6) .)
SPA2681
TRUNK RELEASE POWER CANCEL
SWITCH
When the switch located inside the glove box is
in the OFF position
*A, the power to the trunk
lid will be canceled and the trunk lid cannot be
opened by the trunk lid opener or trunk request
switch.
When you have to leave the vehicle with a valet
and want to keep your belongings safe in the
glove box and the trunk, push this switch to OFF
and lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
Then leave the vehicle and the Intelligent Key
with the valet and keep the mechanical key with
you.
See “Keys” (P.3-2) . To connect the power to the trunk lid, push the
switch to the ON
*Bposition.
INTERIOR TRUNK LID RELEASE
WARNING
Closely supervise children when they
are around cars to prevent them from
playing and becoming locked in the
trunk where they could be seriously
injured. Keep the car locked, with the
trunk lid securely latched, when not in
use, and prevent children’s access to
Intelligent Keys.
The interior trunk lid release mechanism allows
opening of the trunk lid in the event that people
become locked inside the trunk.
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SPA2682
Releasing inside the trunk
To open the trunk lid from the inside, pull the
release handle
*Auntil the lock releases and
push up on the trunk lid. The release lever is
made of a material that glows in the dark after a
brief exposure to ambient light.
The handle
*Ais located inside the trunk
compartment as illustrated.
SPA2683
SECONDARY TRUNK LID RELEASE
The secondary trunk lid release mechanism
allows opening the trunk lid in the event of
discharged battery or emergency.
1. Open the rear parcel box.
2. Remove the cap
*1with a suitable tool*2.
3. Insert the key into the key cylinder and turn it counterclockwise. The trunk lid will open.

SPA2685
Interior/exterior view1. Soft top indicator light (on the combinationmeter)
2. Soft top operating switch
3. Top lock hole
4. Soft top
5. Top storage lid
6. Trunk lid
7. Rear window
BEFORE OPERATING THE TOP
The soft top of this vehicle is electrically
operated. You can fully open or close the top
only by pressing the operating switch located on
the center console.
The soft top operating switch must be operated under all of the following conditions:
.
When the trunk is closed.
. When the vehicle is stopped.
. When the engine is running.
. When the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
. When the selector lever or shift lever is in a
position other than the R (Reverse) position.
CAUTION
Always keep the engine running while
operating the soft top. The top will also operate when the ignition switch is in
the ON position, but run the engine to
prevent a discharged battery.
Be sure to follow the operating instructions, and
all the warnings and cautions in this section.
Improper operation of the top could cause
a system malfunction, damage, or dete-
rioration of the top material and related
parts.
WARNING
. Park the vehicle in a safe and level
place and apply the parking brake.
. Make sure the area is clear of
obstacles and there is enough clear-
ance over the top (for example, in a
garage or a covered area) . More
than approximately 6.6 ft (2 m) from
the ground is required to open or
close the top safely. Otherwise, the
top may damage any objects above
it while moving. The top operating
system could also be damaged.
. Do not operate the top in a strong
wind. It could be blown by the wind,
striking someone or damage the
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top.
. Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
of the opening while the vehicle is in
motion or while the top is being
operated.
. In an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle with an open top.
Always use seat belts and proper
child restraints.
CAUTION
.Do not operate the top when the
temperature is below 328 F(08C) .
This may result in damage to the
top material or operating system.
. Remove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the top, and dry the
surface of the top completely before
opening it.
. Do not open the top when it is wet
or damp. This may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew on
the top material.
. Be sure to turn off the rear window
defroster switch. Never turn it on while the top is being operated or
fully opened. The heat may damage
the top material.
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CAUTION
.
Do not place any objects between
the top cloth and the structure.
Doing so could interfere with top
operation and cause damage to the
top operating system or the objects.
. Do not place anything on the top
and the storage lid. Even small
items may interfere with the top
operation and could cause damage
to the top or the vehicle body.

.Do not place anything in the top
storage area. The top will not fit
there properly, and this could da-
mage the top and/or the vehicle
body.
. Do not sit or place excessive weight
on the top and the storage lid,
especially when the top is being
operated. The top may be damaged.
. Do not drive the vehicle with the top
partially opened. Always make sure
the top is either fully opened or
closed before driving.
. Secure items so that they cannot be
blown from the vehicle while driving
with the top open.
. Do not operate the top manually
except for emergency cases. Manual
operation may damage the top.
. Be sure to fully open or fully close
the top. Do not release the switch
half way through the roof opening
or closing process. If the top is only
partially opened, significant da-
mage to the top could occur.
Make sure the trunk lid is securely closed before
operating the top.
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WHEN OPERATING THE TOP
WARNING
Keep hands and other parts of the body
away from moving parts such as the
top, storage lid, side flap
*Aand power
windows.
CAUTION
Keep all parts of the top linkage clear of
obstructions, or the top latch may not be securely locked.
NOTE:
. In case of low battery or low tempera-
ture, the top may temporarily stop
moving during the operation. This func-
tions to protect the top control me-
chanism, and it is not a malfunction.
. If the top is opened and closed repeat-
edly in a short period of time or the top
operation is stopped while opening or
closing, the top operation may be
automatically stopped to protect the
system. Wait for approximately 5 min-
utes before operating the top again.
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Soft top indicator light
The soft top indicator light in the instrument
panel shows the conditions of top operation.
The light illuminates when the soft top is being
operated or if it is stopped before reaching the
fully opened or closed position. When the top is
fully opened or closed, the light will turn off.
The light blinks while the soft top is not fully
opened or closed under the following condi-
tions:
.When the vehicle is driven.
. When the selector lever or shift lever is in
the R (Reverse) position.
Be sure to fully open or close the soft top when driving the vehicle.
When the soft top is operating, and any of the
following conditions occur, the top will stop
operating.
.
When the selector lever or shift lever is in
the R (Reverse) position.
. When the vehicle moves at a speed of 3
MPH (5 km/h) or more.
. When the battery voltage is extremely low.
. When the temperature of the soft top
system becomes extremely high.
Release the soft top operating switch, and push
the switch again to move the top to the fully
opened or closed position. The soft top indicator
light will turn off when the top operation is
completely finished.
If the soft top indicator light illuminates with the
ignition switch ON (whether the top is operated
or not, and when the top is engaged) , it may
indicate the top operating system is not
functioning properly. Have your vehicle checked
by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
Automatic window lowering
When the soft top operating switch is pressed,
the power windows will automatically be low-
ered completely. The windows do not rise
automatically after the top operation is com-
pleted. Use the power window switches to raise
them.