Foreword
Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN
tenance requirements, assisting you in the
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with
safe operation of your vehicle.
confidence. It was produced using the latest
This vehicle should not be modified. Modi-
techniques and strict quality control.
fication could affect its performance,
WARNING
safety or durability, and may even violate
This manual was prepared to help you under-
governmental regulations. In addition,
stand the operation and maintenance of your
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-
damage or performance problems result-
vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of
TION
ing from modification may not be covered
driving pleasure. Please read through this
REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!
under NISSAN warranties.
manual before operating your vehicle.
Follow these important driving rules to
WHEN READING THE MANUAL
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
explains details about the warranties cov-
This manual includes information for all
ering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service
for you and your passengers!
options available on this model. There-
and Maintenance Guide explains details
fore, you may find some information that
¼ Never drive under the influence of
does not apply to your vehicle.
about maintaining and servicing your ve-
alcohol or drugs.
hicle. Additionally, a separate Customer
All information, specifications and illustrations in
Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will
¼ Always observe posted speed limits
this manual are those in effect at the time of
explain how to resolve any concerns you
and never drive too fast for condi-
printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change
may have with your vehicle, as well as
tions.
specifications or design at any time without
clarify your rights under your state’s lemon
¼ Always use your seat belts. Refer to
notice.
law.
“Child safety” and “Child restraints”
Your NISSAN dealer knows your vehicle best.
in the “Seats, restraints and supple-
When you require any service or have any
mental air bag systems” section for
questions, he will be glad to assist you with the
precautions regarding children.
extensive resources available to him.
¼ Always provide information about the
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE
proper use of vehicle safety features
SAFELY
to all occupants of the vehicle.
Before driving your vehicle please read
¼ Always review this Owner’s Manual
your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will
for important safety information.
ensure familiarity with controls and main-
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
WARNING
You will see various symbols in this manual.
They are used in the following ways:
WARNING
WARNING
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to State of
This is used to indicate the presence of a
California to cause cancer and birth de-
hazard that could cause death or serious
fects or other reproductive harm.
personal injury. To avoid or reduce the
risk, the procedures must be followed
precisely.
SIC0697
CAUTION
If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this
or Do not let this happen.
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause minor or moder-
ate personal injury or damage to your
vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the
procedures must be followed carefully.
© 2002 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.
TOKYO, JAPAN
All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s Manual may be
reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical,
photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
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Welcome To The World Of NISSAN
to the supply of lubricants, parts and accessories.
NISSAN pioneered the use of electronics and
computers in automobiles, and has led the industry
in improving both performance and fuel efficiency
through new engine designs and the use of syn-
thetic materials to reduce vehicle weight. The
company has also developed ways to build quality
into its vehicles at each stage of the production
process, both through extensive use of automation
and — most importantly — through an awareness
that people are the central element in quality
control.
From the time the parts arrived from our suppliers
until you took delivery of your new Nissan, dozens
of checks were made to ensure that only the best
WFW0002
job was being done in producing and delivering
your vehicle. NISSAN also takes great care to
Your new NISSAN is the result of our dedication to
the facilities include the Nissan Manufacturing
ensure that when you take your NISSAN to your
produce the finest in safe, reliable and economical
facility in Smyrna, Tennessee, vehicle styling de-
dealer for maintenance, the service technician will
transportation. Your vehicle is the product of a
sign at Nissan Design America in San Diego,
perform his work according to the quality stan-
successful worldwide company that manufactures
California, and engineering at Nissan Technical
dards that have been established by the factory.
cars and trucks in over 17 countries and distributes
Center North America in Farmington Hills, Michi-
them in 170 nations.
gan. Additionally, NISSAN employs nearly 18,000
Safety has also been built into your NISSAN. As
people throughout the United States, Canada, and
you know, seat belts are an integral part of the
NISSAN vehicles are designed and manufactured
Mexico. An additional 71,000 people work for the
safety systems that will help protect you and your
by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. which was founded in
1,500 NISSAN and INFINITI dealers across North
passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an
Tokyo, Japan in 1933, and NISSAN affiliates world
America.
accident. We urge you to use the seat belts every
wide, collectively growing to become the fifth
time you drive the vehicle.
largest automaker in the world. In addition to cars
NISSAN is also a substantial contributor to the
and trucks, NISSAN also makes forklift trucks,
Canadian economy. Nissan Canada Inc., its sup-
The NISSAN story of growth and achievement
marine engines, boats and other diversified prod-
pliers and over 140 dealers employ approximately
reflects our major goal: to provide you, our cus-
ucts.
4,500 people. These include company employees
tomer, with a vehicle that is built with quality and
and the staffs of NISSAN dealers all across
craftsmanship — a product that we can be proud
NISSAN has made a substantial and growing
Canada. In addition, many Canadians work for
to build and you can be proud to own.
investment in North America. NISSAN’S commit-
companies that supply NISSAN and NISSAN deal-
ment is nearly $4 billion dollars in capital invest-
ers with materials and services ranging from op-
ments in facilities across the continent. Some of
eration of port facilities and transportation services
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NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
NISSAN CARES ...
Both NISSAN and your NISSAN dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN dealer
are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service needs.
However, if there is something that your
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask for
You can write to NISSAN with the information
NISSAN dealer cannot assist you with or you
the following information:
on the left at:
would like to provide NISSAN directly with
— Your name, address, and telephone
For U.S. mainland and Alaska customers
comments or questions, please contact our
number
Nissan North America, Inc.
(NISSAN’s) Consumer Affairs Department us-
— Vehicle identification number (on dash panel)
Consumer Affairs Department
ing our toll-free number:
— Date of purchase
P.O. Box 191
For U.S. mainland customers
— Current odometer reading
Gardena, California 90248-0191
1-800-NISSAN-1
— Your NISSAN dealer’s name
For Hawaii customers
(1-800-647-7261)
— Your comments or questions
Nissan Motor Corporation in Hawaii
For Hawaii customers
OR
2880 Kilihau St.
(808) 836-0888 (Oahu Number)
Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
For Canadian customers
For Canada customers
1-800-387-0122
Nissan Canada Inc.
5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.
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Table of
Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems
Contents
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater, air conditioner and audio systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Technical and consumer information
Index
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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air
bag systems
Seats ......................................................................................... 1-2
Precautions on seat belt usage................................. 1-18
Front manual seat adjustment....................................... 1-3
Child safety ..................................................................... 1-20
Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped)......... 1-4
Obtaining an air bag ON/OFF switch...................... 1-21
Seat lifter (for driver’s seat)........................................... 1-5
After an air bag ON/OFF switch is installed.......... 1-21
Tilting and reclining passenger’s seat from driver’s
Pregnant women............................................................ 1-21
seat ...................................................................................... 1-5
Injured persons............................................................... 1-22
Head restraint adjustment.............................................. 1-5
Three-point type seat belt........................................... 1-22
Supplemental restraint system ........................................... 1-6
Seat belt extenders....................................................... 1-24
Precautions on supplemental restraint system......... 1-6
Seat belt maintenance ................................................. 1-24
Components of the supplemental restraint
Child restraints..................................................................... 1-25
systems ............................................................................ 1-11
Precautions on child restraints................................... 1-25
Supplemental air bag warning labels ....................... 1-16
Supplemental air bag warning light .......................... 1-16
Top tether strap child restraint................................... 1-27
Seat belts .............................................................................. 1-18
Installation on front passenger seat.......................... 1-28
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SEATS
SSS0133
WARNING
¼ For most effective protection when
the vehicle is in motion, the seat
¼ Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
should be upright. Always sit well
the seatback is reclined. This can be
back in the seat and adjust the seat
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
belt properly. See “Precautions on
be against your body. In an accident
seat belt usage” later in this section.
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal
injuries.
1-2 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems
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FRONT MANUAL SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
¼ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation. The seat may
move suddenly and could cause loss
of control of the vehicle.
¼ After adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely
locked.
SSS0200
k
1 Forward and backward
k
2 Reclining
Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward
To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and
or backward to the desired position. Release the
lean back. To bring the seatback forward again,
lever to lock the seat in position.
pull the lever and move your body forward. The
When sliding the passenger’s seat backward,
seatback will move forward.
be careful not to knock something in the seat-
back pocket against the rear floor box.
Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-3
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FRONT POWER SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)
WARNING
¼ Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
¼ Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
SSS0201
k
1 Forward and backward
k
2 Reclining (for driver’s seat)
Operating tips
Moving the sliding switch forward or backward
Move the reclining switch backward until the
¼ The seat motor has an auto-reset overload
will slide the seat forward or backward to the
desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback
protection circuit. If the motor stops during
desired position.
forward, move the switch forward and move your
operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate
When sliding the passenger’s seat backward,
body forward. The seatback will move forward.
the switch.
be careful not to knock something in the seat-
k
2 Reclining (for passenger’s seat)
¼ Do not operate the power support seat
back pocket against the rear floor box.
The passenger’s seat is equipped with a manual
for a long period of time when the engine is
lever for reclining. See “Front manual seat ad-
off. This will discharge the battery.
justment” earlier in this section.
1-4 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems
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SSS0202
SSS0203
SSS0204
SEAT LIFTER (for driver’s seat)
TILTING AND RECLINING
HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT
Turn the dial and adjust the angle of the seat
PASSENGER’S SEAT FROM
To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To
cushion to the desired position.
DRIVER’S SEAT
lower, push the lock knob k
A and push the head
The passenger’s seatback can be adjusted from
restraint down.
the driver’s seat to make it easier for the driver to
use the rear parcel box or rear floor box, or to
help the passenger get in the vehicle.
To tilt or recline the passenger’s seatback, pull
up the lever k
A located on the back side of it, and
move the seatback forward or backward.
Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems 1-5
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Document Outline

• 2003 Nissan 350Z
• Table of Contents

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