2005 Nissan 350Z Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 2005 Nissan 350Z is built around this exact year, its 3.5L V6 (VQ35DE), and every trim on the lineup, so the specifications and repair sequences you get are the ones Nissan published for this car rather than a generic 350Z-era approximation.

Engines covered

• 3.5L V6 — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 2-door convertible
• 2-door coupe

Trims covered

• Base
• 35th Anniversary Edition
• Enthusiast
• Grand Touring
• Performance
• Touring
• Track

Known issues on the 2005 350Z. Two recalls are on federal record for this model year. The first covers replacement clutch kits with an oversized clutch disc, which can let the car move unintentionally on initial start-up if the driver doesn't apply the service brakes, risking a crash or injury to bystanders. The second covers aftermarket combination headlight and side marker lamps sold without amber side reflectors, which leaves the vehicle poorly illuminated and can lead to a crash without warning. Owners have filed 83 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind each of those systems are here.

Whether you're swapping a clutch, sorting out exterior lighting, or working through routine VQ35DE maintenance, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2005 350Z.