A faulty fuel damper can produce a ticking noise, which can be heard inside the cabin when the engine is idling. Replacement of the failed dampener should correct this problem.
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Nissan 350Z Problems
Engine May Stall Due to Failed Crankshaft and/or Camshaft Sensor
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The engine may stall at times due to a failed crankshaft position sensor and/or camshaft position sensor, These sensors can fail intermittently as they warm with the engine. Sensors on certain models have been recalled by Nissan and will be replaced as necessary. Please visit our recall section for this model to see if your vehicle is covered by this recall.
Check oil frequently since engine burns oil faster than most
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This engine may burn engine oil faster than similar models. Frequent oil checks are important.
Service Bulletin Addressing Problem With Front Tire Wear/Noise
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There was a service bulletin addressing a problem with front tire wear and tire noise. The tires would "growl" or "roar" at speeds under 30 mph or under moderate braking on smooth roads. The repair first involved resetting the front alignment and then either replacing or rotating (side-to-side) the front tires. This fixed the concern for some, though others still reported a recurring issue.
Failing navigation unit may display disc error on screen
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A navigation unit that is failing can intermittently display a disc error on the screen.
Nissan 350Z Recalls (Recent)
Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy
Body, Interior & Misc., November 4, 2008
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This recall affects certain vehicles equipped Occupant Classification System (OCS) control units manufactured by Continental Automotive Systems. A varistor in the OCS control unit may have been manufactured out of specification. Under certain conditions, this could interupt the signal between the OCS and the air bag control unit (ACU), causing the passenger air bag to be suppressed in an accident. If the air bag does not deploy when needed in a crash, the risk of injury is increased. Dealers will test the signal between the OCS and ACU with a special tool to verify proper function. The seat cushion containing the OCS hardware will be replaced as necessary. The recall began November 4, 2008.
Engine May Stop Running Without Warning
Engine, December 22, 2003
RepairPal Expert Overview:
The circuit board for the crank position sensor and cam position sensor may have improper solder joints. This could cause the Service Engine Soon lamp to come on, the engine may not start, you could experience reduced power, or the engine may stall without warning, which could result in a crash. Dealers will replace the the crank position sensor, cam position sensors, and in some cases, the variable timing control sensors. The recall began on December 22, 2003. The Nissan recall number is R2022 and the Infiniti recall number is R3021.
Fuel May Leak from the Fuel Filler Hose
Engine, February 27, 2006
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The fuel filler hose may crack and result in fuel leaking while filling the gas tank. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel filler hose. The recall began on March 13, 2006. The Infiniti recall number is R0508 and the Nissan recall number is R0505.
Nissan 350Z Questions and Answers
edzz, 2003 Nissan 350Z, Greensboro, NC
When I changed my spark plugs I had oil in the plug holes. Will changing the valve cover gaskets fix this? Could this damage the coils?
cher, 2003 Nissan 350Z, New Berlin, WI
I just moved here from Texas... any suggestions for reputable, inexpensive places to get my window motor replaced? I have been quoted $400 for parts/labor... is that the norm?
sunroof1, 2003 Nissan 350Z, Orlando, FL
Driving AC quitand radio and dash lights went out. Shut the car off loud sqreach squeel.Restart car and everything is working again weird any ideas?
jennamen83, 2003 Nissan 350Z, Fort Payne, AL
The only way my heat will come on is if I punch it...at lower speeds or without gunning the engine, I have no heat whatsoever. Does anyone know what this signifies or what the repair would entail?
jennamen83, 2003 Nissan 350Z, Fort Payne, AL
When closing the driver side door, the window will automatically roll a quarter of the way down. It will do this repeatedly with no rhyme or reason.
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Nissan 350Z Reviews
covertable top will not open
This car is excellent overall except that the passenger's compartment gets hotter
then it should be after I've driven the car for 5 minutes especially in the summer.
This only occurs after I've stopped and parked the car for a short while because
a heat transfer from the hot engine compartment to the passenger compartment
via the hot water lines allows the whole ventilation system to get hot and because when the car is parked there is no longer cool air running through the air ducts to keep them from getting hot. This problem occurs because the heater vent gets partially stuck open.
I live in Southern California so I normally just like to run the fan only and get fresh air.
The problem can be overcome by running the air conditioner. Because 350Z's run
pretty temperature hot anyway and transfer a lot of that heat via the radiator fluid under
the dashboard to the heat exchanger, I prefer to bypass the heater by re-routing the heater hose. It works great and I believe that it helps to keep the electronics under the dashboard cooler (particularly under the center console) and over the longer period
helps to prevent wiring malfunctions.
a great car, when you have a chance, purchase a twin turbo kit from japan or hobby shops. this 290hp baby will boost up to 500hp. monstrous yet still can be driven daily with full interiors. wow!
I purchased my 350Z brand new as soon as it was announced by Nissan in 2003. I had a 6 month wait to get my Daytona Blue Z, and it was the longest 6 months of my life. I keep it in the garage, and I coat it with Zaino several times each year, so it still looks like it did in the showroom. This baby still gets stares when I drive it.
I have owned this car since 2003, I bought it new and I'm going on 6 years now. It has been a great car, except both window motors went out which isn't cheap as well as the wiring in the drivers' seat. Brakes tend to wear out fast, probably cause the speed of the car itself :)
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