2012 Nissan 370Z Technical Service Bulletins

125 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Nissan 370Z. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10120566Jul 21, 2017Equipment. NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING IF YOU CONFIRM The MIL is ON in an APPLIED VEHICLE with DTC P0456 (EVAP VERY SML LEAK) AND - DTC P0456 is not caused by a loose fuel fill cap (refer to NTB13-097). - An EVAP leak has been detected where the vent control valve mounts to the canister. - The vent control valve O-ring seal is determined to be the cause. ACTION 1. DO NOT REPLACE the vent…
• 10119232Jul 13, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 2009 ? 2017 370Z COUPE; DOOR WINDOW DOES NOT LOWER SLIGHTLY WHEN DOOR IS OPENED IF YOU CONFIRM The door window does not lower slightly when the door is opened, or the customer reports this issue. NOTE: Normal operation: - When the door is being opened, the window is automatically lowered slightly to avoid contact between the window and the side roof panel. - When the door is closed, the window is automatically…
• 10116292Jun 20, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES section has been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
• 10109250Apr 10, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. NAVIGATION SYSTEM REBOOTS WHEN SXM TRAFFIC IS ENABLED This bulletin applies only to vehicles located in the state of Oregon. IF YOU CONFIRM The Navigation system in an Applied Vehicle reboots when SXM Traffic is enabled. NOTE: Perform the steps in this bulletin ONLY if the above condition occurs while the vehicle is in the state of Oregon. ACTION Update the Navigation system software using the DVD shown on page 2.
• 10109214Mar 20, 2017Fuel system. NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS SLOW OR DIFFICULT TO FILL IF YOU CONFIRM The fuel tank is slow or difficult to fill (filling nozzle shuts off before tank is full). IMPORTANT: Make sure this incident has been duplicated at a gas station by dealer service staff. ACTION Perform the Service Procedure in this bulletin, starting on the next page.
• 10109211Mar 7, 2017Equipment, Suspension. BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). The updated information in this bulletin is a correction and a supplement to the ESM.
• 10119282Nov 28, 2016Engine. NISSAN; DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION FOR ABS DTC C1130 SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing for DTC C1130 (ENGINE SIGNAL): ECM related DTCs (P-codes) must be diagnosed, repaired, and DTCs erased first. - DTC C1130 is an ABS DTC that indicates an output signal of the ECM is not recognized. - Absent or incorrect ECM signals, that are indicated by corresponding P-codes, may trigger C1130 in the ABS control unit.
• 10091576Sep 28, 2016Equipment. "no audio during phone call with apple ios 10, navigation system reboots, and/or audio controls will not respond this bulletin has been amended. The title and if you confirm section have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin."
• 10091503Aug 4, 2016Equipment. "all model year 2012 and newer nissan vehicles; evap leak dtc p0442, p0455, p0456 information this bulletin has been amended. The title has been revised, and the bulletin now includes vehicles in production as of the date of this update. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin."
• 10192840Jun 9, 2016Equipment, Tires. SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most cases it is temporary. In extreme cases it can be permanent. Vehicles should be moved every 30 days, in one direction only, enough to rotate the tires 90° (see Figure 1). Moving…
• 10192805Apr 18, 2016Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM A refrigerant leak at a refrigerant pipe/hose joint location. ACTIONS 1. Inspect the metal surfaces of the pipe/hose joint for damage or contamination. NOTE: Do not replace a refrigerant pipe, hose, or other A/C component if an o-ring seal will solve the leak incident, if it should occur. 2. If no damage is found to the joint metal surfaces, replace the O-ring seal. See this bulletin for further…
• 10192801Apr 13, 2016Equipment, Forward collision avoidance. SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10194184Mar 29, 2016Equipment, Fuel system. Fuel Filler Cap tether clip service information
• 10192787Mar 29, 2016Fuel system, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION If the clip for the fuel filler cap tether becomes lost or is detached for any reason, it is no longer necessary to replace the fuel filler cap. The clip or "pin" is now available as a separate service part. NOTE - Do not replace the fuel filler cap if only the pin is needed. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10194200Mar 8, 2016Brakes, Equipment. 370Z; 4-Piston front caliper brake Judder
• 10192761Mar 8, 2016Brakes. IF YOU CONFIRM: "Brake Judder" during braking, especially when braking at highway speeds. Symptoms of "brake judder": - steering wheel shake - body vibration - brake pedal pulsation IMPORTANT NOTES: If any symptom above occurs when cruising or coasting (not braking), it is not "Brake Judder" and may be tire/wheel related.
• 10192750Feb 26, 2016Exterior lighting. SERVICE INFORMATION Occasionally customers may notice water vapor or fog in the headlamps. The information, illustrations, and flow chart in this bulletin are provided to help you in determining if an incident for water/condensation in the headlamps is normal or not. Nissan?s new vehicle limited warranty does not cover physically damaged (cracked or broken) headlamps. All current headlamp assemblies are vented to…
• 10192727Jan 28, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SERVICE INFORMATION The purpose of this bulletin is to give Nissan dealers guidelines to help determine if windshield breakage is covered under warranty or is the customer?s responsibility. Nissan North America (NNA) is not responsible for damage to glass that is a result of objects striking or scratching the glass. However, NNA is responsible for manufacturing issues such as distorted glass and cracks that are due…
• 10192707Dec 17, 2015Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION The Intelligent Keys used on the various Nissan vehicles may not be interchangeable between models and years. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192687Nov 20, 2015Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Design and process changes have been made to improve battery voltage at dealer receipt. Our goal is to deliver vehicles to customers with a 12 volt battery in excellent condition. Proper dealership storage and maintenance of vehicle 12 volt batteries is essential to insuring good battery operating life and customer satisfaction. Dealers are responsible for maintaining vehicles in their inventory.
• 10192677Nov 16, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most any foreign material on the surface of the Windshield can be cleaned off by using #0000 super fine steel wool. >The #0000 grade super fine steel wool can be found in most hardware stores. Please see this bulletin for further details.
• 10192650Oct 8, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states HomeLink will not operate or has improper operation. ACTIONS 1. To significantly reduce unnecessary repairs, make sure: a. The vehicle is not in "Transit Mode" (if equipped). - Not in Transit Mode: With the turn signal switch is in the OFF (center) position, turn the ignition from OFF to ON. If the turn signal indicators stay OFF (do not illuminate), the vehicle is not in Transit…
• 10192638Sep 15, 2015Brakes, Lane departure, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Data" (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711) condition - Sensor leaks - Moving TPMS/LTPWS wheel assemblies from one vehicle to another and TPMS/LTPWS sensor registration - Air pressure changes with…
• 10192615Aug 6, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. SERVICE INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is provided to help ensure correct diagnosis and repair of fluid leaks. All fluid leaks, when properly diagnosed, should be repaired (whether under warranty or customer pay) to ensure proper vehicle operation. However, certain normal operating conditions can be misdiagnosed as a leak requiring repair.
• 10192614Aug 6, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION If the AV Control Unit needs to be replaced on an Applied Vehicle for any reason, follow the steps in the Service Procedure to configure the Multi AV system. NOTE - The original AV Control Unit must be installed in the vehicle while performing part of this procedure. DO NOT remove the original AV Control Unit until instructed. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192605Jul 10, 2015Wheels, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Back-over prevention (rear…. IF YOU CONFIRM: Customers concern of a "clicking" noise coming from either left or right front/rear CV-type axles during take-off/acceleration. ACTION: Apply Molykote M77 grease (P/N 44003-7S000) to the hub bearing surfaces. NOTE: * Do not remove the axle from the hub or transmission for this bulletin * Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for model specific torque specifications. - For 2007-2013 Versa and…
• 10192597Jul 6, 2015Steering, Brakes, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Wheels, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when improperly dismounting and mounting tires. - TPMS sensors becoming damaged during mounting or dismounting tires are not covered under warranty.
• 10192594Jun 30, 2015Engine cooling. IF YOU CONFIRM: The MIL is ON with DTC P0101 and/or P010B (MAF SEN/CIRCUIT-B1/B2) and there are no drivability issues. ACTION: 1. Refer to step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the vehicle you are working on. 2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the ECM. NOTE: If this bulletin does apply (the ECM needs to be reprogrammed), do NOT replace the mass air flow sensor(s). See this bulletin…
• 10192591Jun 24, 2015Engine cooling. SERVICE INFORMATION After ECM reprogramming, the Calibration Verification Number (CVN) needs to be automatically calculated prior to State emissions testing (also known as Inspection Maintainence, I/M, or SMOG testing depending upon location). Allowing the vehicle to idle for 22 minutes will allow for faster CVN calculation. It is recommended that customers utilize this method if the vehicle needs to be tested for…
• 10192577Jun 4, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION All parts listed in this bulletin's table are currently on parts restriction. If any of these parts are needed for any reason, order the part(s) using the order form in this bulletin. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192574May 7, 2015Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION The appearance of painted alloy wheels can be damaged if acidic cleaners are used. DO NOT use Chrome Wheel Cleaner on Painted Wheels. Many chrome wheel cleaners have acidic ingredients. Make sure to follow all instruction in the Appearance and Care Section of the Owner?s Manual. Damage to wheel appearance due to the use of inappropriate chemicals or cleaning products is not covered under…
• 10192542Mar 16, 2015Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION For vehicles delivered to the dealers with wheel protector covers - Do not remove the wheel protector covers during Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Wheel protector covers help prevent cosmetic rotor corrosion. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192532Mar 11, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION NOTE - Failure to follow the procedures in this bulletin may result in the denial of a warranty claim. In an effort to protect the paint finish, Paint Guard Film (PGF) is applied on many new Nissan vehicles. Paint Guard Film is a temporary white plastic protective film that is applied by the factory to the horizontal painted surfaces of the vehicle.
• 10075201Mar 8, 2015Brakes. 370Z; 4-PISTON FRONT CALIPER BRAKE JUDDER “Brake Judder” during braking, especially when braking at highway speeds. Symptoms of “brake judder”: • steering wheel shake • body vibration • brake pedal pulsation IMPORTANT NOTES:  If any symptom above occurs when cruising or coasting (not braking), it is not “Brake Judder” and may be tire/wheel related. Refer to ASIST for further diagnostic assistance.
• 10192530Feb 26, 2015Brakes, Transmission and drivetrain. IF YOU CONFIRM: The clutch pedal on an applied vehicle does not return to its normal (rested) position after being depressed to the floor OR the customer states the clutch pedal on an applied vehicle does not return to its normal (rested) position after being depressed to the floor AND there are no leaks in the clutch hydraulic system. ACTION: Flush (remove) ALL existing clutch hydraulic system fluid, and refill…
• 10192513Jan 16, 2015Equipment, Air bags, Back-over prevention (rear camera). SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could result in serious personal injury or death. Nissan STRONGLY RECOMMENDS AGAINST making any change to seat trim materials from the factory equipped condition.
• 10192508Jan 15, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION DTC B2190 (NATS ANTENNA AMP) can be stored for the following reasons: 1. Something other than an Intelligent Key is inserted into the Key-Slot. 2. An Intelligent Key issue. 3. A wiring issue between the Key-Slot and the BCM. 4. A Key-Slot issue. If DTC B2190 is stored due to 1 or 2 above, it will not erase, or go to "PAST", until a known good registered Intelligent Key is inserted into the…
• 10192478Nov 25, 2014Electrical system, Engine. SERVICE INFORMATION Starting with 2010 Model Year, Nissan vehicles have been gradually incorporating a new type of DTC known as Permanent DTC or P-DTC. If a vehicle is equipped with P-DTCs, all emission related DTCs will also set a P-DTC if the MIL is turned ON. A listing of which DTCs that will also set a P-DTC is found in the DTC Index in the EC-Engine Control section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM).
• 10192474Nov 20, 2014Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair: * Check for stored DTCs. * Check if the driver is resting their left foot on the brake pedal while accelerating. Advise the customer not to rest their foot on the brake while accelerating. * Use CONSULT-III plus in Engine Data Monitor to check operation of the brake lamp circuit…
• 10192434Sep 3, 2014Brakes. IF YOU CONFIRM: The rear brakes squeak when braking while the brakes are at normal operating temperature AND the applied vehicle is equipped with single piston rear brake calipers. ACTION: Replace the hardware on both rear brake calipers with the kit listed in PARTS INFORMATION in this bulletin. NOTE: Machining of the rotors is not necessary. Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section BR-Brake System…
• 10192404Jul 8, 2014Body and structure, Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM: The soft top will not fully close due to the fifth bow being mispositioned in the storage area below the storage lid AND The fifth bow is mispositioned due to the left or right fifth bow bracket pin having come out of its drag link channel. ACTION: 1. Measure the drag link opening, adjust as necessary. 2. Reposition the locator pin back into the drag link channel. - Go to SERVICE PROCEDURE for…
• 10192403Jul 8, 2014Equipment, Body and structure. IF YOU CONFIRM: When opening the soft top, the storage lid rubs the fifth bow on the left and/or right side. - This issue may not occur every time the soft top is opened. The vehicle may have to be parked for a day before the issue can be duplicated again. ACTION: 1. Adjust both soft top pressure links. 2. Lube both pressure link pivot joints. 3. Adjust the storage lid. - Go to SERVICE PROCEDURE for repair…
• 10192394Jun 24, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION Related to communication codes U1000, U1001, U1002, U1010: - Always diagnose the communication codes first. - When a module reports a U1000 code, it is typically operating normally; however, there is a communication error external to that module on the CAN network. - U1000 indicates an error. V-CAN diagram or CAN Diag Support Monitor provides data to determine the location of the error. See this…
• 10192354Apr 29, 2014Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty claims coding for repairing wiring harnesses for all Nissan vehicles has changed. This bulletin gives an outline of the technician?s responsibilities in assisting the dealer?s claims administrator to properly code a harness repair. Failure to provide correct information may result in claims suspension or rejection. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192347Apr 9, 2014Equipment, Body and structure. SERVICE INFORMATION After replacing the soft top assembly or soft top cover outer (canvas) for any reason, the soft top may not fully close (see example in Figure 1). The canvas material may need to be "stretched". This bulletin gives information on how to properly "stretch" the soft top canvas.
• 10192346Apr 7, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when actually, it?s not. Use this service bulletin to help make a more accurate diagnosis of the steering rack. - Go to Power Steering Gear Inspection starting on page 2. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192322Feb 12, 2014Engine cooling, Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM: The MIL is ON and one or both of the following DTCs are found stored in the ECM: - P0139 (heated oxygen sensor 2 (B1) circuit slow response) - P0159 (heated oxygen sensor 2 (B2) circuit slow response) ACTION: 1. Confirm this bulletin applies. - Compare the vehicle's current ECM part number to those listed in Table A (see page 4). 2. If the ECM part number does not match one listed in Table A, this…
• 10192305Jan 27, 2014Equipment, Air bags. SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192293Jan 13, 2014Engine, Engine cooling. SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement Engine Control Modules (ECMs) for many newer Nissan vehicles are now "Blank" ECMs. Blank ECMs come without software and must be programmed (not reprogrammed) before they will function. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10053958Nov 15, 2013Fuel system. Nissan: certain vehicles would display, in the instrument cluster, a warning light illumination of a loose fuel cap warning. Model years 2012-2014. No models listed.

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