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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Brake Booster Output Rod -> Brake Pedal
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

Brake Booster Output Rod

  • Apply 19.96 inch HG of vacuum to brake booster using a suitable vacuum pump, Fig. .
  • Inspect output rod length as outlined in Fig. .
  • Adjust output rod length to .4045-.4144 inch.

Brake Pedal

  • Adjust brake pedal free height dimension "H" in Fig. , to specifications Fig. , using brake booster input rod Fig. . Ensure tip of input rod stays inside clevis pin.
  • With motor running, measure brake pedal depressed height dimension "D" in Fig. , is within specifications Fig. . If not w...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and rear wheels.
  • Remove rear wheel hub, cotter pin and nut. Do not apply pressure to wheel bearing from vehicle weight to avoid possible damage when driveshaft nut is loosened.
  • Remove stabilizer connecting rod mounting bracket bolt and free stabilizer connecting rod.
  • Remove nuts an...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

The Low Tire Pressure Warning lamp will illuminate briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is placed in the On position. This system uses radio frequency pressure sensors which monitor pressure in all 4 tires. When operating the vehicle at a speed above 25 mp...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine undercover.
  • Remove radiator cooling fan.
  • Remove A/C compressor mounting bolts and position air conditioning compressor aside and secure with suitable wire.
  • Remove mounting bolts and alternator adjusting bar.
  • Remove mounting b...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Automatic Transmission (AT) Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

The Automatic Transmission (AT) Check lamp will be illuminated for approximately 2 seconds when the ignition switch is placed in the on position as a bulb check and then go Off. If it remains lit or comes on at any other time, a malfunction in the a...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove engine under cover and drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper and lower radiator hoses, Fig. .
  • ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Remove bolts from engine cover subassembly, then remove engine cover.
  • Remove bolts from coolant reservoir tank, and place reservoir aside.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensi...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2003 Nissan 350Z  3.5 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Coil Harness Connector
  • SRS Components Diagram for 2003 Nissan 350Z  3.5 V6 GASSRS Components Diagram for 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt Buckle Switch
  • Air Bag Module
  • Spiral Cable
  • Crash Zone Sensor
  • Side Air Bag Module
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 Nissan 350Z  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Combination Switch
  • Illumination
  • Cooling Fan
  • Wiper
  • 2003 Nissan 350Z  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Body Control Module
  • Security Indicator Lamp
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C SYSTEM O-RING SEAL LEAKS
    Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: WINDSHIELD CRACKING
    Vehicle: 2003 Nissan 350Z 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Nissan 350Z AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2003 Nissan 350Z cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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