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So I got a warning light saying my washer fluid is low. Topped it up, and then the front windscreen washers are now not working at all. The headlight washers are still working. Thought the nozzles may be blocked but they both stopped working at the same time so guessing that there is no washer fluid actually getting to them. I replaced the windscreen washer pump about 12 months ago and I can hear it whirring when I try to activate the washers so I know thats not the problem. It looks like the tubing going from the reservoir to the nozzles runs down into the engine bay underneath everything. Does anyone know how easy it is to get to so I can check for leaks etc. Many thanks.

Hi Guys, I have a 2009 370z GT, I noticed today that the clutch pedal was starting to feel noticeably 'heavier' and was sticking and taking longer than normal to return to it's position after I released the pressure. The car has just had a full service a few weeks ago, it is still driveable at the moment but obviously it may get worse and I don't want to risk causing further damage to the car by continuing to drive it in its current state. Having done a bit of digging on the forum I have found that the issue might be the Clutch Slave Cylinder. Having spoken to Nissan, they have stated that their charge to 'diagnose' the problem is about £100. Then if it is the CSC, the part is about £150 and labour would be about 3 hours work at £100 per hour . So all in about £600. Does this sound reasonable and would there be any alternatives? I am based between Birmingham and Cheshire. Thanks for reading

Thanks for all the advice, really helpful. Im gonna get a second opinion on the cats out of curiosity but either way think for the time being im just going to go for the new cat back Gemini exhaust. If the cats fail me down the line with the MOT, ill deal with them then.

So I had taken my Z to kwik fit for a quick free 'exhaust check'. They have basically said due to corrosion etc I would need a whole new exhaust system including new catalytic converters. I have never had any issue passing the emissions on the MOT with the stock cats currently fitted. Having spoken to Tarmac Sportz, they are quoting me £120 for fitting the Invidia Gemini Cat-Back. So my question would be, shall I just get the Invidia Exhaust system or should I replace the cats as well with HFC's as Kwik Fit stated that they needed changing due to corrosion (although as previously stated they were fine for the MOT). Any other benefits of investing in HFC's? I'm assuming they would provide a small boost in power and noise in addition to the noise/power increase of the Invidia exhaust? Apologies I'm not very clued up with regards to exhausts systems (or modding in general)

Hi all, I'm looking at getting a new exhaust fitted to my 370z, really love the sound of the Invidia Gemini but would consider others if they can provide the required 'drama' I am looking for . I am based in Birmingham, can anyone on the forum recommend a local place to supply and fit? Many thanks

Are there not any inherent risks with just removing the heat shield though? Surely it is there for a reason?? Would it not lead to an increased risk of components overheating or burning or even catching fire? Do many people do this? Apologies, I'm not great with the mechanical side of things.

Hi guys, Just after a bit of advice, during my first track day at Donnington 6 months ago, the heat shield around the exhaust/catalytic convertor came a bit loose and was making a rattling sound. I took it to a local garage, they told me that the heat shield had some corrosion and they managed to secure it as best they could. However there is still quite a bit of rattling from underneath the car, especially on starting the engine and manouervering at slow speeds. Very annoying and want to get it sorted. Can't hear it at all during normal driving. Just took the car in for service/MOT which it sailed through but they did note - "Exhaust rattle from offside heat shield rotten". They couldn't secure it anymore unfortunately. Is this something I would need to take to a Nissan dealership if it requires a new heat shield? If so would it be relatively cheap to sort or would they completely rip me off? And would there be any other alternative? Thanks.

Thanks for all your advice guys, had new pads/discs and tyres all round a few months ago so they should be fine but will check tyre pressures and tyres for bulges and other damage etc. Looking forward to it!

Got my first track day at Donnington coming up. Was just wondering if there was anything special I had to do to 'prepare' my 370z for track use? Apologies if there are similar posts or a guide somewhere, I did have a search but couldn't find anything comprehensive. Thanks.

To OP.... I had this same issue 5 months ago, with my 59 plate 370z, it had already had the steering lock replaced 4 years ago under the recall but failed again. I also took mine to Arbury Nissan in Bromsgrove, they charged me £1900, the part itself was around £1400. I would be very interested to know how they can quote you £900?!?! Nissan customer services and Arbury were horrendous throughout, in terms of keeping me updated, providing me with a courtesy car etc and Nissan customer services refused to pay anything towards the repair, stating it was a 'wear and tear' issue, despite the fact that the steering lock issue is widespread and well evidenced.... In fact I was on the verge of just selling the damn car (which I love) in protest,, as I was so aggrieved by this. I am still on the fence about it. Anyway, rant over.

Hi Guys/Gals, Long time forum lurker here from the West Midlands. I’ll try and make this brief and to the point, although its very hard when you can feel the anger welling up inside you! I bought a 59 plate 370z GT almost 4 years ago, Jan 2014. Absolutely love it. It is my pride and joy. Unfortunately the previous owner had neglected to take the vehicle in for the electronic steering lock recall which affected 59 and 10 plate 370z’s in addition to a load of other Nissans. Predictably, my Z breaks down with this problem within 3 weeks of buying it. Had it recovered to Arbury Nissan in Bromsgrove, who fixed it under the recall free of charge. The replacement part number fitted was D8700-JF00D. All good so far. Fast forward to two weeks ago, and my Z again falls foul of the steering lock problem. Again had the vehicle recovered to Arbury Nissan, who have quoted me £1800 to fix it!! Along with a number of other customer service related issues (not updating me for days despite me repeatedly chasing them up, not sorting a courtesy car etc) I contacted Nissan head office who assigned a case worker to the case. Bottom line, they said that although it’s the same part that has failed again, any parts they fitted under the original recall only have a 12 month warranty, and that any failure of the part at this point they would regard as ‘wear and tear’. They said they were not willing to contribute anything towards the repair. (I have not always used Nissan for servicing but they said they would not contribute anything even if I had). The new part number they will fit is 487001NC1B. I informed them that I did not consider the steering lock to be a consumable part on a car such as tyres, brakes etc, and that a second failure of the part within 4 years shows that there are clearly serious ongoing issues with it. I also pointed out that the replacement part which they fitted under the recall did not even last as long as the original part for which they recalled the vehicle in the first place!! How can that be possible?? I have spent a long time reading posts on this forum regarding this, the fact that new 370z’s aren’t even built with steering locks any more, I have seen mention of the fact other owners have experienced a second steering lock failure after the original recall. I am not averse to spending money on my Z, its not exactly an economical car, I spend a lot on tyres, road tax, and a small fortune on fuel. But I knew all this when I bought it and am fine with it. I just cannot get over the feeling that I have been well and truly wronged with this steering lock issue. Am I supposed to just stump up £1800 every few years every time this part fails?! I am seriously considering taking this up with the Motoring Ombudsman. Has anyone had any experience of the steering lock failing for a second time and also what are people’s experiences of referred disputes to the Motoring Ombudsman? Many thanks, from a very unhappy Z owner.