scatman Posted September 3, 2007 Posted September 3, 2007 Getting really fed up with my new 350z (2007 model) as the alarm goes off for no reason and then you cannot disarm it without driving off in the car for about 100yards with the alarm going off. Been back to the dealer for 3 days out of the 14days I've owned it, they have replaced the control unit etc. but still doing it. HELP! Quote
stevie_350z Posted September 3, 2007 Posted September 3, 2007 fookin nightmare, mate, will you be on Beadle's About soon? Quote
max Posted September 3, 2007 Posted September 3, 2007 Mine kept going off,lift the carpet in the boot and you will see the alarm just behind the spare wheel make sure the connection is pushed fully together mines ok now. max Quote
bronzee Posted September 4, 2007 Posted September 4, 2007 If Tere is along, she's had this problem with her 350. Had a fix for it. Quote
rmmackfc Posted September 4, 2007 Posted September 4, 2007 Try this... Seriously though, a loose connection could be the route of the problem, the alarm is a bit exposed IMO and could get a knock. Quote
Tere Posted September 4, 2007 Posted September 4, 2007 If Tere is along, she's had this problem with her 350. Had a fix for it.I was going to suggest swapping to your other key fob -- could be the panic button on the one you're using is overly sensitive or not working correctly. Failing that, connections (as previously mentioned) and if not, then the BCM might need a look see. By the way, I've had the panic button get activated when the keys are in my purse -- something happened to push against it. My nightmare is the NATS -- the immobilizer does work, and in my case, it seems to have a mind of its own. I'm pretty adept with the ignition unlock voodoo. Quote
scatman Posted September 9, 2007 Author Posted September 9, 2007 Tried allsorts ... been back tot he garage for 2 more days ... changed the Control Module and some other components. Just had to drive back from the shop with the f'in thing going off with no chance of shutting it up. Starting to really get fed up. Tried connections in the boot seemed ok and tried the spare key ... no .. Really starting to turn into a love hate relationship with this car! Quote
bronzee Posted September 9, 2007 Posted September 9, 2007 Hmm, kind of left centre, but in my last Nissan Spec R-S15, when the car battery started to get a bit low, the alarm started acting up on a regular basis, was sweet after new battery. Long shot, but you never know. Sorry I only just recalled this. Presuming the UK spec 350's are the same, what is your volt gauge/pod showing?? Quote
scatman Posted September 10, 2007 Author Posted September 10, 2007 Showing 15v - which guess is normal / healthy Quote
GC350z Posted September 10, 2007 Posted September 10, 2007 15 seems a bit high. Will go check now. Yea, I would say that's a bit high. Mine sits nicely between 12.5 and 13. Quote
bronzee Posted September 11, 2007 Posted September 11, 2007 Hmm, all the 16 + mine I've driven sit around 13 - 15. Quote
GC350z Posted September 11, 2007 Posted September 11, 2007 Watched it all the way to work today and it settled slightly over 14 after warming up. Quote
bronzee Posted September 14, 2007 Posted September 14, 2007 Usually with mine, when you first start will be about 14.25 if that makes sense, when it's been running a while, about 14, or on longer runs (not that it's had any of those for a very long time) will run just over 14. That's with the soundZ going, the aircond, the head lights on irrespective of the weather. Quote
M13KYF Posted September 14, 2007 Posted September 14, 2007 can you bit a bit more precise with the timings bronzee Quote
scatman Posted September 29, 2007 Author Posted September 29, 2007 Well this really sucks. Took the car back to the dealer, was told that Nissan Technical recommended replacing the alarm control module (agian?) but this was on a 18 day back order ... The part arrived, was fitted the guys at the dealer drove it around for a couple of days. Returned it as OK, and before I could pick the keys up from the reception at work the alarm was going off ... Had enough now looking to get my money back! Thanks for the help though Quote
bronzee Posted September 29, 2007 Posted September 29, 2007 Scatman I wonder if your Z has an electrical short going on somewhere??? Probably the hardest thing to trace too if it is. Quote
Austinp Posted April 11, 2008 Posted April 11, 2008 Well this really sucks. Took the car back to the dealer, was told that Nissan Technical recommended replacing the alarm control module (agian?) but this was on a 18 day back order ... The part arrived, was fitted the guys at the dealer drove it around for a couple of days. Returned it as OK, and before I could pick the keys up from the reception at work the alarm was going off ... Had enough now looking to get my money back! Thanks for the help though Hi, Did you ever get your alarm fixed or did you get rid of the car? I got my Z at the beginning of January and I have the same alarm problem. The only way I can cancel it is by removing the negative lead from the battery. I now carry a 10mm spanner with me! Just wondering if anyone definitely had a fix for this. Thanks in advance, Austin Quote
Austinp Posted April 11, 2008 Posted April 11, 2008 try changing the car battery first. Thanks for the advice Mike. It was a new car in January so I don't think it's the battery. It sometimes won't happen for weeks and then can happen a few times in 1 week. Various members on forums have had modules replaced which seemed to have helped which leads me to believe it's a common fault on the MY07 cars. I just need to find someone who has had theirs fixed and find out what was done. Thanks again for your help, Austin Quote
bronzee Posted April 12, 2008 Posted April 12, 2008 try changing the car battery first. Thanks for the advice Mike. It was a new car in January so I don't think it's the battery. It sometimes won't happen for weeks and then can happen a few times in 1 week. Various members on forums have had modules replaced which seemed to have helped which leads me to believe it's a common fault on the MY07 cars. I just need to find someone who has had theirs fixed and find out what was done. What about putting in an aftermarket alarm system (or don't you guys do that much in the UK)? They normally go through the whole system as they work to make sure everything is okay. Kind of expensive, but peace of mind. Quote
Austinp Posted April 12, 2008 Posted April 12, 2008 try changing the car battery first. Thanks for the advice Mike. It was a new car in January so I don't think it's the battery. It sometimes won't happen for weeks and then can happen a few times in 1 week. Various members on forums have had modules replaced which seemed to have helped which leads me to believe it's a common fault on the MY07 cars. I just need to find someone who has had theirs fixed and find out what was done. What about putting in an aftermarket alarm system (or don't you guys do that much in the UK)? They normally go through the whole system as they work to make sure everything is okay. Kind of expensive, but peace of mind. Hi Bronzee, It's not an option at the minute as the car is under warranty and the Nissan alarm should work. Thanks, Austin Quote
M13KYF Posted April 14, 2008 Posted April 14, 2008 no need to change the alarm over here bronzee. The UK one does the job. Sounds like your in the hands of the dealers Austin Quote
Austinp Posted April 14, 2008 Posted April 14, 2008 no need to change the alarm over here bronzee. The UK one does the job. Sounds like your in the hands of the dealers Austin Hi Mike, I got an answer from someone on the other forum that they had their alarm fixed by getting a module replaced. I'm just waiting for confirmation on whether it was the alarm module or the BCM. I'll post here if and when I get mine fixed. Thanks for your help. Austin Quote
M13KYF Posted April 14, 2008 Posted April 14, 2008 yes so you mentioned before on here. Keep us updated Quote
Austinp Posted May 7, 2008 Posted May 7, 2008 Just a quick update:- Nissan finally found the alarm problem and issued a re-call last week. The Body Control Module was changed on my car last Friday. So far so good but it is early days. Austin Quote
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