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This is where you will find diagrams, instructions, reviews, performance tests and how-to/diy tips, sourced from publications and manuals. ZCoA provides these documents as reference material to help you with the care and maintenance of your Z. But let’s be clear, you’re on you own and ZCoA takes no responsibility if you mess up!












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Manuals and Diagrams
Search our database of Z Series and L Series documents. You might find the rare bit of information you need.
- Datsun Z
Datsun Z
Nissan L SeriesTitle | Description | Version | Hits | Download |
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L Series Exploded | L24, L26, L28Exploded viewEngine Components | 27 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun Lock and Key | Set - Cylinder Lock and Key for HLS S30 Datsun ZCylinder, Lock & Key locationsCylinder, Lock & Key factory part numbers | 18 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z ’78 Owners Manual | Datsun 280z Owners Manual dated 1978Driving tips, safety features, dealer care and moreClear black & white illustrationsSome drawing are kinda hilarious | 14 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Wheel & Tire | Datsun 280z Wheels & Tire Service ManualSection WT - 5 pagesBasic Wheel and Tire specification & maintenance*Note: modern wheel and tire technology makes some of this info rather obsolete but valid if you have original parts | 20 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Steering System | Datsun 280z Steering System Service ManualSection ST - 17 pagesSteering System service & specsTroubleshooting and Special Tools | 22 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Prop Shaft & Differential | Datsun 280z Propeller Shaft and Differential Carrier Service ManualSection PD - 22 pagesProp (Drive) ShaftDifferential (Diff) CarrierService, Troubleshooting and Special Tools | 14 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Owners Manual 1977 | Datsun 280z Owners Manual dated 1977Operational Information and TipsBlack and white drawings112 pages of Owner knowhow | 17 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Owners Manual 1976 | Datsun 280z 1976 Owners ManualModel S30 SeriesOparational Instructions and TipsBlack and white Illustrations | 23 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Manual Transmission | Datsun 280z Manual Transmissions Service ManualSection MT - 16 pages4 Speed Operation, Service and TroubleshootingSpecial Tools | 17 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z General Information | Datsun 280z General Information Service ManualSection GI - 6 pagesModel Variations, ID numbersCapacities, Lifting Points and moreBlack & white Charts and Illustrations | 11 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Fuel System | Datsun 280z Fuel System Service ManualSection EF - 67 pagesAir Cleaner, Electric Fuel InjectionSystem Construction & FunctionBlack & white Charts, Illustrations | 14 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Fuel Injection | 280Z Electronic Fuel Injection Book77 pages of Theory and TroubleshootingConcise, easy to read, black & white diagrams | 18 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Front Axle | Datsun 280z Front Axle & Suspension Service ManualSection FA - 22 pagesInspection and adjustmentsAxle, Suspension Service DataTroubleshooting and special tools | 24 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Engine Tune Up | Datsun 280z Engine Tune Up Service ManualSection ET - 28 pagesBasic Mechanical, Ignition, Fuel, EmissionsTroubleshooting and more | 12 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Engine Removal & Installation | Datsun 280z Engine Removal & Installation Service ManualSection ER - 6 pagesRemoval, Installation, Mounting InsulatorsA lot of work explained in a few pages | 18 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Engine Mechanical | Datsun 280z Engine Mechanical Service ManualSection EM - 38 pagesDisassembly and AssemblyInspection and RepairService, Troubleshooting and more | 16 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Engine Lubrication | Datsun 280z Engine Lubrication System Service ManualSection EL - 6 pagesLubrication System, Service, Troubleshooting | 19 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Engine Electrical | Datsun 280z Engine Electrical System Service ManualSection EE - 48 pagesBattery, Charging, Ignition, Spark and moreLots of illustrations and diagramsCircuit Schematics | 18 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Engine, Fuel & Exhaust | Datsun 280z Engine Control, Fuel & Exhaust Systems Service ManualSection FE - 14 pagesEngine Control SystemFuel & Exhaust SystemsCalifornia ModelsBlack & white illustrations | 19 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Emission Control System | Datsun 280z Emission Control System Service ManualSection EC - 23 pagesCrankcase EmissionsExhaust EmissionsEvaporative EmissionsBlack and white illustrations | 17 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Cooling System | Datsun 280z Cooling System Service ManualSection CO - 8 pagesCooling System, Troubleshooting | 13 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Clutch System | Datsun 280z Clutch System Service ManualSection CL - 14 pagesClutch, Clutch Control, ServiceTroubleshooting and Special Tools | 11 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Brake System | Datsun 280z Brake System Service ManualSection BR - 24 pagesFront, Rear and Emergency systemsTrouble shooting and special service tools | 14 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z Automatic Transmission | Datsun 280z Automatic Transmission Service ManualSection AT - 64 pagesHydraulics, removal, installation, repairsTroubleshooting and service data | 14 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z '77 Wiring Diagram | Datsun 280z 1977 Schematic Wiring DiagramColor Coded©2004 ClassicZcars.com | 16 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z '77 Service Manual | Datsun 280z Service Manual dated 1977All 681 pagesQuick Reference GuideFacts, Figures, Charts and DiagramsBlack & white Diagrams | 18 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z '75 Wiring Diagrams | Datsun 280z 1975 Schematic Wiring DiagramBlack & White diagram with Color Codes Noted | 18 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun 280z '75 Service Manual | Datsun 280z Service Manual dated 1975The entire 687 pagesQuick Reference GuideFactory stats, numbers and color codesBlack & white diagrams | 11 | DownloadPreview | |
Datsun/Nissan Drivetrain Ratios | Datsun/Nissan Differential Ratios for 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX, 300ZXSpeedometer CogsRing Gear Identification #s5 Speed Identification '77-'83 | 16 | DownloadPreview | |
Cylinder Head Diagram | 17 | DownloadPreview |