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2013 Nissan 370Z

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2013 370Z.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S7)

The 2013 Nissan 370Z arrives as a passenger car fitted with a seven-speed automatic transmission and a powertrain requiring 5.2 quarts of 5W-30 API oil, delivering EPA ratings of 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. With zero recalls logged and only 17 total owner complaints registered—a significant reduction from the 153 complaints recorded for 2009—this model year represents a stabilized point within the 2009–2019 production span. While powertrain issues remain the top complaint category, the 2013 edition sits well below the historical peak in reported problems, indicating a vehicle past the high-volatility early years yet preceding the minimal complaint counts of the 2019 swan song.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque72-87 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/26/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire sizeP245-45R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1520865F0E
Engine air filter16546JK20A
Spark plug22401JK01D
Front wiper blades288901EA5B alt 288903EV6A
Serpentine belt11720EY00A
Thermostat1305031U00 alt 2120031U03
Cabin air filterB72771EA0B

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length166.9 in
Overall width72.4 in
Overall height52 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Curb weight3280 lb
Track (front / rear)60.6 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 26 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 370Z of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.6–5.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.60 sec — 2009 Touring Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2012Coupe 3.7L V64.80 sec13.40 sec332 hpRWD
2011Touring Coupe 3.7L V64.90 sec13.40 sec332 hpRWD
2010Coupe 3.7L V64.80 sec13.40 sec332 hpRWD
2010Touring Roadster 3.7L V64.80 sec13.40 sec332 hpRWD
2010Touring Roadster 3.7L V64.90 sec13.60 sec332 hpRWD
2010Touring Roadster 3.7L V65.00 sec13.50 sec332 hpRWD
2010Touring Roadster 3.7L V65.10 sec13.70 sec332 hpRWD
2010Touring Roadster 3.7L V65.40 sec13.60 sec332 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.2 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, ATF in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 72-87 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidNissan Matic-S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.7
Differential Gear OilATF
Differential Gear Oil Capacity0 Pints
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5.2 qt
Manual Transmission Fluid75W-85
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity6

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts65 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts72-87 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub74-77 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Ignition Coil Primary ResistanceExcept 0 or Between terminals 1 and 2 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary ResistanceExcept 0 Between terminals 1 and 3
Ignition Timing10, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance5 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPMIdle rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.10 lbs
Oil TypeNISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent
Oil Capacity5.07-5.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Service checks

Injector Primary Resistance11.1-14.3 ohms
Engine Compression242-341 psi. 14 maximum variation psi.
Engine Oil Pressure14 psi @ Idle, 43 psi @ 2000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012-0.017 in

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle62 ft-lbs / 98 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket32 ft-lbs
Brake ApplicationWITH FN3
Torque Caliper to Bracket20 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle98 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0022 in / 0.0014 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
11.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 4.3 ft. lbs., Step 3: 7.01.4 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
121 ft. lbs., Step 2: Back off 360 degrees, Step 3: 18 ft. lbs., Step 4: 9021 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., step 2: 9033 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages
177 ft. lbs.77 ft. lbs
2Completely loosen all cylinder head bolts in reverse order0 ft. lbs
330 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
4Check the tightening angle using the angle wrench95 degrees
595 degrees; Check diameter of bolts at two points, 11 mm and 48 mm from the end. Whenever the difference between these two points exceeds the limit of 0.18 mm, replace bolts.95 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. Point A = 11.00 mm from thread end and point B = 48.00 mm from thread end. If either diameter is less than 0.18 mm use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

177.0 ft. lbs.77 ft. lbs
2Loosen bolts 360 degrees in reverse order360 degrees
330.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
495 degrees95 degrees
595 degrees95 degrees
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
15 ft. lbs., step 2: 19 ft. lbs., step 3: intake collector: 85 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 17-2618 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 12,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 105,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 180,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Across the 370Z generation, complaints fell sharply from 153 in 2009 to 16 in 2012, then stabilized at low levels — and the 2013 model year sits right at that inflection point with 17 complaints, essentially flat with 2012 and only modestly above the 10 recorded for 2014. Recalls are rare across the entire generation (just one each in 2011 and 2018), and 2013 carries zero recalls with one investigation, consistent with the low-risk profile of the later production years. TSBs for 2013 total 118, slightly below the 2010–2012 peak of 125–133 but well above the generation's tail, suggesting Nissan's technical guidance was still being actively refined. The dominant complaint area for 2013 is Power Train (10 of 17 complaints), with minor counts in Engine, Service Brakes, and Air Bags; the data does not specify root causes for these. With crash and fire complaints both at zero and complaint volume near the generation's floor, 2013 represents a solid point in the 370Z's reliability arc — a mature, low-complaint year that is a reasonable buy, provided the powertrain is thoroughly inspected.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
118
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
17
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 17 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Power Train10
Engine2
Service Brakes1
Air Bags1
Power Train,Service Brakes1
Electrical System,Engine1
Structure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 118 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB13-107G2024-05-20Electrical SystemVEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been…
NTB13-027D2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See…
NTB10-066C2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2013 370Z take?

5.2 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2013 370Z have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 370Z get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg.