Applied Vehicle(s): Nissan 300zx Difficulty Rating: Estimated Labor Time: 1½ hours Written By: es.biggs Estimated Total Cost: $95.00 Find related tutorials and information on your vehicle in NICOclub’s Nissan Forums & Infiniti Forums Tools I used: Jack Jack stands or ramps Small block of wood (for jacking up the differential) 3/8″ Ratchet 14mm, 17mm sockets […]
Z32: Cheap Fix for Faded Third Brake Light
Applied Vehicle(s): Nissan 300zx Difficulty Rating: Estimated Labor Time: 4½ hours Written By: Z-owned Estimated Total Cost: $20.00 Find related tutorials and information on your vehicle in NICOclub’s Nissan Forums & Infiniti Forums Alright I made one that seems to have gotten wiped out with the new format so I am making it again. If […]
Z32: Wheel Fitment and Tire Size Guide
This article was written by ffrpwner, NICOclub’s Z32 Forum Moderator. Let’s start with the stock wheels. Note this setup is for the Twin Turbo model only, all others use the Front setup all around for all four (4) wheels. I will not explain or mention the spare tire/wheel here at all. Front: 16” x 7.5” […]
Z32: Projector Lens Cleaning
This may work on other cars as well, but I’ve only tested it on the Z32. The inside of the projector lens on the Z32 low beams gets dirty over time. If they’ve never been cleaned, that’s 15+ years of dirt and grime reducing your light output. Here’s a simple method to restore light to […]
Z32: Shifter Removal
Time – 1-2 hours Tools Needed: – Phillips screw driver – 12mm socket – 12mm wrench – Medium extension – Tiny-*** hands (not required, but very helpful) Procedure 1. Remove the radio bezel by removing 4 phillips screws (red circles) that are hidden behind some clips. The bottom two in the following picture already have […]
Z31: Replacing the Thermostat on a VG30ET
Replacing the Thermostat on a VG30ET by:winez31 1: drain the coolant by unbolting the coolant temp sensor at the bottom of the radiator. It will have two wires coming out of it just follow them up and unplug it. 2: unscrew and remove the hose clamps from the small hose thats connected to the thermostat […]
Z32: ECU Diagnostic/O2 Sensor Test
This write-up explains how to check the codes of the ECU in a ’90-’95 300ZX. You guys with the ’96 300ZX have the OBDII system. Tools Needed: – 10mm socket or Phillips screwdriver – Flathead screwdriver Procedure 1. Pull back the floor mat. 2. Pull back the carpet. It is held down with three Velcro […]
Z32: Glare Guard Removal for Brighter Foglights
This is an instant and free mod to do to your Z. Tools needed: – Phillips Screwdriver – 10mm Socket – Pair of dykes (cutters) Removing the foglights: 1. First you will need to remove the turn signal. The turn signal is held in with two phillips screws (red circles), undo them and the turn […]
Z32: Fuel Controller/Computer replacement
Since searching around on the internet revealed this is becoming a more common problem as the 300zx ages, I figured I’d address it. If you have the symptom that you turn your key off and remove it and your Z won’t shut off, it is most likely your fuel controller. Removal and replacement is simple […]
Z32: Headlight Removal
Time: 2 Hours Tools Needed: – 10mm socket – 12mm socket – Phillips screw driver – Small and Medium Extensions Procedure 1. There are two (2) 12mm nuts on the front of the headlight and two (2) 12mm bolts on the back of the headlight. The front two the the rear one closest to the […]