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Nissan 370Z (2018 year). Instruction - part 27

Fluid type

Capacity (approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Metric

Measure

Imperial

Measure

Brake fluid

Refill to the proper oil level according

to the instructions in the “8. Do-it-

yourself” section.

For NISMO models:

Â Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special ll

*2 *3

: Never mix different types of fluids.

: Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II is the factory fill brake fluid.

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) unit and other related parts were

specially designed for this brake fluid. Using any other non-equivalent

fluid may result in improper operation of the brake system which could

result in serious injury or death.

Except for NISMO models:

Â Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid

or equivalent DOT3

: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.

Clutch fluid

Â Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II

*5 *6

or equivalent DOT4

: Never mix different types of fluids.

: NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid R35 Special II

available at a NISSAN dealer.

Multi-purpose grease

—

Â NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant

—

Â HFC-134a (R-134a)
Â For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” (P.10-12) for air

conditioner specification label.

Air conditioning system lubricants

—

Â NISSAN UV Luminous Oil Type S or exact equivalent

Window washer fluid

4.5

4-3/4

Â Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or

equivalent

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FUEL INFORMATION
VQ37VHR engine

Use unleaded premium gasoline with an

octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-

Knock Index) number (Research octane

number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not

available, unleaded regular gasoline with

an octane rating of at least 87 AKI

number (Research octane number 91)

may be temporarily used, but only under

the following precautions:
. Have the fuel tank filled only partially

with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill

up with unleaded premium gasoline

as soon as possible.

. Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt

acceleration.

Use unleaded premium gasoline for

maximum vehicle performance.

CAUTION

. Using a fuel other than that spe-

cified could adversely affect the

emission control system, and

may also affect warranty cover-

age.

. Under no circumstances should a

leaded gasoline be used, because

this will damage the three-way

catalyst.

. Do not use a fuel containing more

than 15% ethanol in your vehicle.

Your vehicle is not designed to

run on a fuel containing more

than 15% ethanol. Using a fuel

containing more than 15% etha-

nol in a vehicle not specifically

designed for a fuel containing

more than 15% ethanol can ad-

versely affect the emission con-

trol devices and systems of the

vehicle. Damage caused by such

fuel is not covered by the NISSAN

new vehicle limited warranty.

. Do not use fuel that contains the

octane booster methylcyclopen-

tadienyl manganese tricarbonyl

(MMT). Using fuel containing

MMT may adversely affect vehicle

performance and vehicle emis-

sions. Not all fuel dispensers are

labeled to indicate MMT content,

so you may have to consult your

gasoline retailer for more details.

Note that Federal and California

laws prohibit the use of MMT in

reformulated gasoline.

. U.S. government regulations re-

quire 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.

Gasoline specifications

NISSAN recommends using gasoline that

meets the World-Wide Fuel Charter

(WWFC) specifications where it is avail-

able. Many of the automobile manufac-

turers developed this specification to

improve emission system and vehicle

performance. Ask your service station

manager if the gasoline meets the

World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi-

cations.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing

reformulated gasolines. These gasolines

are specially designed to reduce vehicle

emissions. NISSAN supports efforts to-

wards cleaner air and suggests that you

use reformulated gasoline when avail-

able.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline contain-

ing oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE

and methanol with or without advertising

their presence. NISSAN does not recom-

mend the use of fuels of which the

oxygenate content and the fuel compat-

ibility for your NISSAN cannot be readily

determined. If in doubt, ask your service

station manager.
If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline,

please take the following precautions as

the usage of such fuels may cause vehicle

performance problems and/or fuel sys-

tem damage.
. The fuel should be unleaded and

have an octane rating no lower than

that recommended for unleaded

gasoline.

. If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a

methanol blend, is used, it should

contain no more than 15% oxyge-

nate.

. If a methanol blend is used, it should

contain no more than 5% methanol

(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It

should also contain a suitable

amount of appropriate cosolvents

and corrosion inhibitors. If not prop-

erly formulated with appropriate

cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors,

such methanol blends may cause

fuel system damage and/or vehicle

performance problems. At this time,

sufficient data is not available to

ensure that all methanol blends are

suitable for use in NISSAN vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems

such as engine stalling or hard hot

starting are experienced after using oxy-

genate-blend fuels, immediately 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 oxyge-

nates can cause paint damage.

E-15 fuel

E-15 fuel is a mixture of approximately

15% fuel ethanol and 85% unleaded gaso-

line. E-15 can only be used in vehicles

designed to run on E-15 fuel. U.S. govern-

ment regulations require fuel ethanol

dispensing pumps to be identified with

small, square, orange and black label with

the common abbreviation or the appro-

priate percentage for that region.

E-85 fuel

E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately

85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gaso-

line. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible

Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in

your vehicle. U.S. government regulations

require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to

be identified by a small, square, orange

and black label with the common abbre-

viation or the appropriate percentage for

that region.

Fuel containing MMT

MMT, or methylcyclopentadienyl manga-

nese tricarbonyl, is an octane boosting

additive. NISSAN does not recommend

the use of fuel containing MMT. Such fuel

may adversely affect vehicle perfor-

mance, including the emissions control

system. Note that while some fuel pumps

label MMT content, not all do, so you may

have to consult your gasoline retailer for

more details.

Aftermarket fuel additives

NISSAN does not recommend the use of

any aftermarket fuel additives (Example:

fuel injector cleaner, octane booster, in-

take valve deposit removers, etc.) which

are sold commercially. Many of these

additives intended for gum, varnish or

deposit removal may contain active sol-

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vent or similar ingredients that can be

harmful to the fuel system and engine.

Octane rating tips

Using unleaded gasoline with an octane

rating lower than recommended above

can cause persistent, heavy spark

knock. (Spark knock is a metallic rap-

ping noise.) If severe, this can lead to

engine damage. If you detect a persis-

tent 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, it is recommended you have a

NISSAN dealer correct the condition.

Failure to correct the condition is mis-

use 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 con-

sumption 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.

JVT0159X

API certification mark
API service symbol

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-

COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil

It is essential to choose the correct grade,

quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure

satisfactory engine life and performance,

see “Capacities and recommended fluids/

lubricants” (P.10-2). 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) certifi-

cation or International Lubricant Standar-

dization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)

certification and SAE viscosity 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 additives

NISSAN 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 fol-

lowed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or

has been previously used should not be

used.

Oil viscosity

The engine oil viscosity or thickness

changes with temperature. Because of

this, it is important that the engine oil

viscosity be selected based on the tem-

peratures at which the vehicle will be

operated before the next oil change.

Choosing an oil viscosity other than that

recommended could cause serious en-

gine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter

Your 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 intervals

The 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 cov-

ered by the new NISSAN vehicle limited

warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality

engine oil when it was built. You do not

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have to change the oil before the first

recommended change interval.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-

FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE-

COMMENDATIONS

The 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 may cause severe damage

to the air conditioning system and

may require the replacement of all

air conditioner 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 refrig-

erant during automotive air conditioning

system service. Your NISSAN dealer has

the trained technicians and equipment

needed to recover and recycle your air

conditioning system refrigerant.

It is recommended you visit a NISSAN

dealer when servicing your air condition-

ing system.

ENGINE

Model

VQ37VHR

Type

Gasoline, 4-cycle

Cylinder arrangement

6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60°

Bore × Stroke

in (mm)

3.760 × 3.385 (95.5 × 86.0)

Displacement

cu in (cm

)

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.

STI0425

VQ37VHR engine

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WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheel

Type

Size

Offset in (mm)

Conventional

Front: 18 × 8J

Rear: 18 × 9J

1.69 (43)

0.59 (15)

Front: 19 × 9J

Rear: 19 × 10J

1.85 (47)

1.18 (30)

NISMO models Front: 19 × 9.5J

Rear: 19 × 10.5J

1.57 (40)

0.90 (23)

Spare

17 × 4T*1

18 × 4T*1

1.18 (30)

0 (0)

*1:

if so equipped

Tire

Type

Size

Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]

Conventional

Front: 225/50R18 95W

Rear: 245/45R18 96W

35 (240)*2

38 (260)*3

Front: 245/40R19 94W

Rear: 275/35R19 96W

32 (220)

NISMO models Front: 245/40R19 98Y

Rear: 285/35R19 99Y

35 (240)

Spare (T-type)

T145/80D17 107M*1

T145/70R18 107M*1

60 (420)

—*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

167.6 (4,255)*1

167.7 (4,260)*2

170.5 (4,330)*3

Overall width

72.6 (1,845)

73.6 (1,870)*3

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 stan-

dards vary according to the country,

state, province or district; therefore, vehi-

cle specifications may differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into

another country, state, province or dis-

trict and registered, its modifications,

transportation, and registration are the

responsibility of the user. NISSAN is not

responsible for any inconvenience that

may result.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

(VIN) PLATE

The vehicle identification number plate is

attached as shown. This number is the

identification 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

IN ANOTHER COUNTRY

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine as

shown.

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F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICATION

LABEL

The 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 informa-

tion, such as: Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

ings (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

LABEL

The emission control information label is

attached as shown.

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TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION

LABEL

The 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

LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is

attached as shown.

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EXCEPT FOR NISMO MODELS

Use the following steps to mount the

license plate:
Before mounting the license plate, con-

firm that the following parts are enclosed

in the plastic bag.
. License plate bracket

. J-nut × 2

. Screw × 2

. Screw grommet × 2
1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground.

Locate the two dents

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 bum-

per fascia.)

2. Insert grommets into the hole on the

bumper fascia.

3. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the

grommet hole to add 90° turn onto

the part

4. Make sure the side end surface of the

license plate bracket is aligned with

the bumper

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Mark the center of the hole

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

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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FOR NISMO MODELS

Use the following steps to mount the

license plate:
Before mounting the license plate, con-

firm that the following parts are enclosed

in the vinyl bag.
. License plate bracket

. J-nut × 2

. Screw × 4

. Screw grommet × 4
1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground.
2. Temporarily place the license plate

bracket while aligning points

of the

front bumper fascia with holes

the license plate bracket.

3. Confirm that points

and

are

aligned. Hold the license plate bracket

and mark the points

on the bumper

facia through the center of the holes

with a felt-tip pen.

4. Remove the license plate bracket.
5. Carefully drill two shallow pilot holes

and

using a 0.39 in (10 mm) drill bit

at the marked locations. (Be sure that

the drill only goes through the fas-

cia.)

6. Insert grommets into the hole on the

fascia.

7. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the

grommet hole to add a 90° turn onto

the part

8. Insert a J-nut into the license plate

bracket before placing the license

plate bracket on the fascia.

9. Install the license plate bracket with

the screws.

10. Install the license plate with bolts that

are not longer than 0.55 in (14 mm).

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Left side

This vehicle is equipped with air deflec-

tors in front of the front wheels. The

deflectors will change the air flow to help

improve aerodynamic performance.
When transporting your vehicle on a

trailer, the air deflectors may interfere

with a steep slope to a trailer bed. In this

case, remove the deflectors from the

undercover of the vehicle.
1. Loosen three screws as shown and

remove the left-side air deflector

2. Tighten the removed screw

in its

original position.

3. Perform the same procedure to re-

move the right-side air deflector.

4. Store the two air deflectors and four

screws to reinstall in the reverse order.

5. When reinstalling, make sure all six

screws are firmly tightened on both

air deflectors.

REMOVING AIR DEFLECTORS

(except for NISMO models)

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