Nissan 370Z Forum - Taillights Not Lighting Up

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johncy2000

09-11-2012 11:27 PM

Taillights Not Lighting Up

Hey guys. Just picked up my nismo 370Z and the license plate bulbs went out. After awhile when one of the bulbs went out, I realized that my taillights were not lighting up. What do you guys think is the problem? Thanks

Trips

09-11-2012 11:30 PM

Check the fuses for one and be sure that the bulb you replaced is of the same type as the original for starters

johncy2000

09-11-2012 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Triple's (Post 1912203)

Check the fuses for one and be sure that the bulb you replaced is of the same type as the original for starters

I made sure it was a 194 bulb. But where is the fuse box on the Z? and which fuse? Thanks

Trips

09-11-2012 11:37 PM

Here's a thread that may help you

http://www.the370z.com/exterior-inte...t-working.html

johncy2000

09-11-2012 11:53 PM

How do I know if the fuse is blown out? I don't have a voltage tester.

Trips

09-11-2012 11:57 PM

If it is an open fuse then just pull it out and see the inside and if you see the small thin wire connecting the two ends is broken then the fuse is blown. Similarly if it a small tubular bulb fuse also you can see if the filament inside is connected or broken and if it is broken then the fuse is blown.

Vichtz

09-12-2012 12:00 AM

1 is fuse unbroken. 2 is broken fuse

http://www.greatautohelp.com/images/Blown-Fuse2.gif

Trips

09-12-2012 12:01 AM

Thank You ^^ :tiphat:

johncy2000

09-12-2012 01:39 AM

Guys, how do you remove the fuse box behind the battery? I need to get to the tail lamp fuse and replace it.

Trips

09-12-2012 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by jikhead (Post 1734218)

For future reference to get to this fuse:

It's in the fusebox that is located to the left of the battery on the inner fender sidewall. You can attempt to remove the fusebox without taking the battery out (and maybe the plastic outer cover that sits over the battery area).

There are plastic clips on each side of the fusebox that are held in place in/on bare metal brackets. Release the clips from the metal brackets; then pull the fusebox straight up and out of that bracket holder. You then need to remove the fusebox cover, which first releases from the bottom.

Hopefully this will Help

USMCASA

09-12-2012 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by johncy2000 (Post 1912321)

Guys, how do you remove the fuse box behind the battery? I need to get to the tail lamp fuse and replace it.

remove the battery cover(the thing most ppl buy in carbon fiber) and then there is a tab you press in on the back of the fuse panel. it then comes out with plenty of wire to let you get full access to it. i had to find this out the hard way when i put led's in the license plates and blew the fuses.

johncy2000

09-12-2012 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by USMCASA (Post 1912380)

Thank you sir! Is there a separate fuse for the license plate bulbs? Also, does the Z come with spare fuses? Thanks

johncy2000

09-12-2012 10:13 AM

I found spare fuses in under the kick panel. I replaced the taillight fuse and it still does not work. What do I do now? Could it be the electronic control module? I still have my reverse lights and brake lights but no running lights for the tails.

MattP725

09-12-2012 07:34 PM

Stupid question but are the lights switched to ON or AUTO (when it is dark). Are the headlights working?

If you changed the fuse and nothing was resolved, take it to Nissan... you're likely still under warranty.

weiboy718

09-12-2012 08:53 PM

Another thing I would like to ask is, do you have LED bulbs on the license plate lights or LED reverse light?

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