Roadster Rear Fog Light

Robert_Nash · 11-21-2009, 03:02 PM

For anyone interested, I just had my J Spec Rear Fog Light installed in my new roadster which presented a new problem as compared to my coupe...in my coupe I used a "third" heated seat rocker switch in the middle/unused center console location ( Nissan 370Z Forum - Robert_Nash's Album: J-Spec Functional Rear Fog Light - Picture ) but that location isn't available in the roadster because that is where the control for the convertible top is located.

So, my mechanic and I solved this problem by placing a second "hazard light" switch in the upper right of the transmission shift lever (where the synchro-revmatch on/off switch is located in a manual with the feature). In an 7AT (as I have) or a manual without rev match that upper right location is simply a "blank/empty" location. Of course, that position is not available if you have a manual with the rev matching option but it works for me and it looks quite "factory" and unobtrusive.

I understand why Nissan doesn't make the rear fog functional for the U.S. but I certainly wish they would...I've found it very useful in fog and low visibility conditions when in my coupe plus a real light/lens looks a hell of a lot better than the blacked out dummy unit our U.S. spec cars are shipped with.

kdo2milger · 11-21-2009, 03:07 PM

this is a mod i want to do very soon...

jookiyaya · 11-21-2009, 03:58 PM

ahhhh ^_^ luv it.
jdm bonus ^^

what a nice @$$

John Bradley · 11-22-2009, 11:15 PM

Robert, is it possible to wire so it just comes on with the brake light and when your lights are on?? so I dont need a seperate switch, I have a 6sp so I dont have the extra button

Robert_Nash · 11-22-2009, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Bradley

Robert, is it possible to wire so it just comes on with the brake light and when your lights are on?? so I dont need a seperate switch, I have a 6sp so I dont have the extra button

Well, mine is already wired so that it can only come on if the vehicle is running so obviously that's possible but as far as coming on with the brake lights I personally don't recommend that.

You can do what you want of course but keep in mind that this is a FOG light; not a brake light and I would suggest it be used just as a fog light. However, I'm sure it can be wired that way and I believe there are threads on here that describe doing that in detail.

If you do a search on "rear fog light" in the DYI/technical section in particular you should be able to find the thread.

lemansz20 · 11-22-2009, 11:30 PM

Robert, put some pics up of your car, your the first to get a roadster, man I wish i was in your shoes.

Robert_Nash · 11-22-2009, 11:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lemansz20

Robert, put some pics up of your car, your the first to get a roadster, man I wish i was in your shoes.

Already did

Pics Here!

John Bradley · 11-22-2009, 11:33 PM

Thanks Robert

Robert_Nash · 11-24-2009, 11:02 AM

Another thought...

As with my coupe, to which I also made this mod, the tech ended up CUTTING the studs that held the dummy unit in place because these things are fastened on at the factory with lockite that just loosening the nuts is extremely difficult.

All this to say, if you are going to make this modification or something similar and plan to do it on your own; just be prepared for this problem...other than that, the installation is pretty simple and straightforward.

Happy motoring!

axeman71 · 08-19-2010, 10:40 PM

Robert, where did you buy the extra hazard switch? I recently did the VSS bypass so I can see all the nav menus while the car is moving. Right now I have the switch hanging down by the driver's seat but I would like to set it up like you did your fog light.

sunset123 · 08-21-2010, 03:05 PM

I just wired into the back plate marker light wire, so when I turn on my markers or headlights the fog light comes on...no switch. 2010 Blue 370 vert.

ProfessorDave · 12-11-2010, 10:35 PM

Anybody have details about how to wire a hazard switch for this purpose? Specificallty, how do you wire up the 4 poles on a hazard switch?

cnocmmz · 12-12-2010, 12:15 PM

If this is set up while your lights are on...Does it get over heated and most importantly, is it legal while driving at night????? It is SWEET though :-)

11-21-2009, 03:02 PM	#1 (permalink)
Robert_Nash Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle TN/Savannah GA Posts: 762 Drives: '14 Q60IPL/'14Armada Rep Power: 17	Roadster Rear Fog Light For anyone interested, I just had my J Spec Rear Fog Light installed in my new roadster which presented a new problem as compared to my coupe...in my coupe I used a "third" heated seat rocker switch in the middle/unused center console location ( Nissan 370Z Forum - Robert_Nash's Album: J-Spec Functional Rear Fog Light - Picture ) but that location isn't available in the roadster because that is where the control for the convertible top is located. So, my mechanic and I solved this problem by placing a second "hazard light" switch in the upper right of the transmission shift lever (where the synchro-revmatch on/off switch is located in a manual with the feature). In an 7AT (as I have) or a manual without rev match that upper right location is simply a "blank/empty" location. Of course, that position is not available if you have a manual with the rev matching option but it works for me and it looks quite "factory" and unobtrusive. I understand why Nissan doesn't make the rear fog functional for the U.S. but I certainly wish they would...I've found it very useful in fog and low visibility conditions when in my coupe plus a real light/lens looks a hell of a lot better than the blacked out dummy unit our U.S. spec cars are shipped with. __________________ Robert -My Basset Hound Is Smarter Than Your Honor Student and Barack Obama - Last edited by Robert_Nash; 11-21-2009 at 03:05 PM.

11-21-2009, 03:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 59	this is a mod i want to do very soon... __________________ Project *NISMO*

11-21-2009, 03:58 PM	#3 (permalink)
jookiyaya Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: maryland Posts: 262 Drives: 2010 40th Z!?!? Rep Power: 16	ahhhh ^_^ luv it. jdm bonus ^^ what a nice @$$ __________________ "370z gives you wings!! "

11-24-2009, 11:02 AM	#9 (permalink)
Robert_Nash Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Middle TN/Savannah GA Posts: 762 Drives: '14 Q60IPL/'14Armada Rep Power: 17	Another thought... As with my coupe, to which I also made this mod, the tech ended up CUTTING the studs that held the dummy unit in place because these things are fastened on at the factory with lockite that just loosening the nuts is extremely difficult. All this to say, if you are going to make this modification or something similar and plan to do it on your own; just be prepared for this problem...other than that, the installation is pretty simple and straightforward. Happy motoring! __________________ Robert -My Basset Hound Is Smarter Than Your Honor Student and Barack Obama -

08-19-2010, 10:40 PM	#10 (permalink)
axeman71 Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Augusta, GA Posts: 129 Drives: '10 Conv A7 Blk Chry Rep Power: 15	Robert, where did you buy the extra hazard switch? I recently did the VSS bypass so I can see all the nav menus while the car is moving. Right now I have the switch hanging down by the driver's seat but I would like to set it up like you did your fog light. __________________ 2010 Roadster, 7AT, Black Cherry, Touring, Navigation, Lighted Kick Plates, Floor and Trunk Mats.

11-22-2009, 11:15 PM	#4 (permalink)
John Bradley Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Athens, Georgia Posts: 419 Drives: 2010 Silver RDZTER Rep Power: 16	Robert, is it possible to wire so it just comes on with the brake light and when your lights are on?? so I dont need a seperate switch, I have a 6sp so I dont have the extra button

11-22-2009, 11:30 PM	#6 (permalink)
lemansz20 Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: THe world Posts: 195 Drives: Nissan Maxima Rep Power: 0	Robert, put some pics up of your car, your the first to get a roadster, man I wish i was in your shoes.

11-22-2009, 11:33 PM	#8 (permalink)
John Bradley Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Athens, Georgia Posts: 419 Drives: 2010 Silver RDZTER Rep Power: 16	Thanks Robert

12-11-2010, 10:35 PM	#12 (permalink)
ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 19	Anybody have details about how to wire a hazard switch for this purpose? Specificallty, how do you wire up the 4 poles on a hazard switch? __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT

12-12-2010, 12:15 PM	#13 (permalink)
cnocmmz Base Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Virginia beach Posts: 21 Drives: 2010 auto black 370z Rep Power: 15	If this is set up while your lights are on...Does it get over heated and most importantly, is it legal while driving at night????? It is SWEET though :-)

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