A-Z of Ownership & Maintenance

As a club, we focus heavily on helping our members maintain their cars. Below are helpful links to enable you to do much of the work yourself and find suppliers to assist you. For further information see Video Tutorials & Forum

The following articles are listed in an A-Z order to help navigate you to the correct page.

12 ways to add value to your Nissan Figaro

We believe if you are prepared to put the time in and spend money wisely you can actually retain your car’s value and in some cases actually increase it! Over the years the clubs processed hundreds of insurance valuations. We are pleased to report in most cases… Read More

Published on 21st December 2019

Air Conditioning - Fault Finding Guide

A few Figaros were produced without A/C This new guide provided by The Figaro Shop can be a great help when it comes to identifying issues with your A/C before you have to take it to the garage. It will help you identify any… Read More

Published on 30th September 2023

Air Conditioning - LED Lamp Upgrade

The existing A/C lamp is very dull and hard to see. You can upgrade it to be much brighter which is better as you can see if you have left the A/C on! There are two options for upgrades… OPTION 1 – PCB Modification £20 Club member Andy Knowles can… Read More

Published on 23rd November 2022

Alarm - How to fit a Low Coolant Alarm

Words and Pictures: Simon Smith A common issue with the Figaro’s is Head Gasket and Piston damage caused by the failure of hoses, thereby causing a loss of coolant and overheating. Figaros only have a temperature gauge meaning you have to keep an eye on the gauge to… Read More

Alarms - Warning Alarms, Buzzers and Bleeps on a Nissan Figaro Video

If you want to know what problem your Figaro is reporting from the sound of the beep, then you need to learn to speak Figgy! Fortunately, help is at hand and our 2 minute Figgy language training course will teach you all you need to know! This video is published… Read More

Published on 28th July 2021

Annual Servicing - A comprehensive Video of what should be covered during a service

IF YOU OWN A NISSAN FIGARO YOU MUST WATCH THIS VIDEO AND WE CAN GUARANTEE YOU WILL LEARN SO MUCH ABOUT YOUR CAR! We took the club car ‘Belle’ to Oxford-based The Figaro Shop for an annual service and decided to make a video of what areas are… Read More

Published on 13th April 2024

Battery - How to replace the battery on a Nissan Figaro Video

Car Batteries like most things, don’t last forever, at some point they do need replacing. A flat, unreliable battery, is always an inconvenience and at times compromises safety and can be positively dangerous. Often, the reason a car battery fails is because it is simply too old and no longer… Read More

Published on 9th April 2018

Battery - Moving a Nissan Figaro with a flat battery Video

This is one of the most frequent distress calls that we receive – especially if the car is in “Park” when the battery goes flat. The problem is that you will need to put the car into neutral before you can move it or manoeuvres it onto a tow truck… Read More

Bonnet - How to adjust your Bonnet/Hood height

The club founder Kevin shows you how easy it is to move your Bonnet/Hood up or down and align it with the car’s bodywork. Nissan provided two bonnet height adjuster rubbers which are located inside the corners of the bonnet/hood. Few owners know that these can be turned to allow… Read More

Published on 17th April 2023

Boot - How to open the top boot if you have a flat battery

If your battery is flat or your top boot opener switch will not release the top boot, you can still access it by pulling entering the lower boot and locating two release wires which are in each corner of the lower boot. Simply pull each wire and the top boot… Read More

Published on 19th April 2022

Brake - Brake Light Switch Stopper

If your brake lights stay on permanently, even when you remove the keys and lock the car then chances are the Green Brake Light Switch Pedal Stopper has broken and fallen off the stopper bracket.  Over time, the stopper can become brittle and break into multiple pieces. If the stopper… Read More

Published on 8th August 2024

Brakes - How to change your front and rear brakes Video

Here is our ultimate brake fitting guide for your Figaro! Our experts guide you through how to change the front and rear brakes on your Figaro This video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop   Watch more of our YouTube Ownership Help Guides Subscribe… Read More

Published on 2nd March 2022

Brakes - How to change your front brake pads

Words & Pictures: Tobyn Brooks With spring in the air, now is the time to start preparing your Figaro for the season. You will see elsewhere on this site that we have covered the rear brakes but also wanted to talk about the fronts. Although in some ways they… Read More

Published on 11th February 2023

Brakes - How to check the Disk Brakes on a Nissan Figaro Video

A video that shows a guide on how to check front and rear brakes on a Nissan Figaro. Expert guidance on knowing when the pads, shoes, discs and also sliders are worn on this floating style calliper. Note: This Video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop  … Read More

Bulbs - Specification of Bulbs on the Nissan Figaro

Many manufacturers use the same code number for bulbs eg the interior light bulb would be LLB501 for Lucas, BLB501 for Bosch, R501 for Ring, 501 for Halfords. However, Osram, Phillips, Tungsrtram, etc use completely different numbers so you’d need to use the conversion chart in their parts book. Read More

Published on 14th March 2021

Clarion - CD/Tape/Radio wiring diagram

With the Clarion unit now over 30 years old, the electronics and wiring can become problematic. Often the unit may stop working completely but before you think it’s faulty, this could be down to the connections at the back of the unit. How to check the connections? Remove the… Read More

Published on 7th January 2022

Clarion - CD/Tape/Radio, User Video

Those of you familiar with Figaro’s original car stereos will be delighted to learn that Clarion has developed a sophisticated CD/Radio for the Figgy that addresses some of the originality failing features. Many of our recent refurbishments have included a new Clarion CD/Radio system that combines CDs and MP3s with… Read More

Cleaning - A guide to cleaning the Engine Bay

Having a clean engine bay is not just for the purest it can also help you spot problems such as oil leaks and perished seals. Here are 10 things you can do to improve your engine bay so you could eat your dinner off it! Some cost money but many… Read More

Published on 17th June 2020

Cleaning - A Review of Nissan Figaro Cleaning Agents Video

With spring on its way in the UK, now is the time to get your car ready for the season! Club founder Kevin Fagan shares his experience with using some household & car cleaning products, plus some useful tips to get your Figgy sparkling this season! Product Summary (Google the… Read More

Published on 26th March 2018

Cleaning - Cleaning, detailing & valeting

We have partnered up with two companies Dream Clean Autocare & Heritage Detailing Centre. What is detailing? Put simply, getting your car ‘detailed’ means a top-to-bottom thorough deep cleaning of your Figaro using specialized tools and products (to clean to the edge of the trim for example). Read More

Published on 31st July 2019

Cleaning - Detailing Chrome Trim on a Nissan Figaro Video

If you look closely you may see a dirt line running up each side of the gorgeous chrome trim that surrounds the car. This can be removed by making a small wooden wedge and by using a duster to get into the area. Watch our short video   Watch more… Read More

Cleaning - How polish Windscreen Surround On A Nissan Figaro Video

One of the many endearing features of the Figaro is the chrome & stainless steel used throughout the car. One such item is the wide stainless steel trim that runs up the side and along the top of the roof, just in front of the windscreen. Over the years, this… Read More

Published on 21st November 2017

Cleaning - How to clean the drain holes to allow water to drain video

Due to the Figaros drop roof, there are a number of water drainage areas that need to be checked and are working. TWO TOP RUBBER ROOF DRAIN HOLES You can check and if required re-route the hoses that drain to the bottom of the car to drain inside the… Read More

Cleaning - How To Clean The Nissan Figaro Engine Bay Video

How to clean your engine bay so you could eat your dinner off it (well almost). Kevin shows you some of the tips to get your engine bay looking as clean as the rest of your Figaro. All that’s required is some time and effort and a few cleaning agents. Read More

Published on 11th May 2020

Cleaning - How to clean the seat belts on a Nissan Figaro Video

Over the years the Ivory seat belts can discolour and become more stuck as you unbuckle and they try to retract. Club founder Kevin Fagan demonstrates how you can bring them back to looking just like new and improve the retraction of the belt. You will require a bucket of… Read More

Published on 12th April 2020

Cleaning - How to wash your Figaro Carpets Video

With the car reaching the ripe old age of 32, chances are although the carpets have enjoyed hovering over the years the carpet has never been washed. Anyone who ever washed their home carpets and seen and results (normally the dirt ending up in a clear container on the machine)… Read More

Published on 21st June 2023

Cleaning - Kevin discovers wonder polish to use on your Figaro

Words and video Kevin Fagan – Club founder Watch this video where Kevin used this amazing show glaze on the club car. Poorboy’s World White Diamond is a show glaze for light-coloured cars, leaving a glossy, slick show car shine to your finish. White Diamond hides minor imperfections, such as… Read More

Published on 30th August 2023

Cleaning - Microfibre Cleaning Products - Ideal for your Figgy!

We have partnered with Paragon Microfibre who has been a leading innovator in the design and development of microfibre cloths for over 20 years. If you have ever used a microfibre cloth you will know just how amazing they are to use. The company manufacture a wide range of cloths… Read More

Published on 21st October 2021

Cleaning - Miroxol Metal Polish

With so much chrome on the Figaro it deserves a great metal polish! We have road tested this product on our club Figaro and cannot speak more highly of it! Ideal for the bumpers, wheels, trim and even many parts of the engine. The polish comes… Read More

Published on 6th December 2023

Cleaning - Roof Gutter Trim

The roof gutter trim runs around the top and aligns with the roof liner when closed. Over the years the ‘fur finish’ can be damaged and or become very dirty. It is very hard to clean and make good so in this video club founder Kevin shows you how you… Read More

Published on 21st April 2023

Cleaning - Sticky Interior Trim Panels

One of the most common issues found on the Figaro is the dreaded ‘sticky’ interior trim syndrome! When the car was manufactured back in 1991 Nissan finished the internal space in ivory and clad the cockpit using plastic trim panels, many of which use blind clips to hold them in… Read More

Published on 19th April 2023

Colour - How to find the original body, trim and cabin colour

As the Figaro was manufactured back in 1991 over the years you may find the car has been resprayed (sometimes twice). If you are buying a Figaro it’s important to find out as much as you can about the history and if any restoration work has been carried out on… Read More

Published on 12th February 2020

Covers - Bubble cover for your Figaro

Protect your Figaro in style with our weatherproof outdoor car cover storage solutions. The Outdoor Car Shield is manufactured by In The Garage sets up in minutes and guarantees nothing touches your car. Continuously filtered airflow reduces condensation keeping your vehicle dryer, safe and clean. UV, fire, cold and heat… Read More

Published on 21st August 2023

Covers - External and Internal Figaro Car Covers

The club works with two companies that specialise in custom-made Figaro car covers. CAR COVERS LTD – DISCOUNT AVAILABLE ON THIS RANGE For use externally. UK’s largest range of fully tailored, waterproof, breathable indoor and outdoor car covers. The company manufactures a car cover that fits the Figaro. This… Read More

Published on 27th July 2023

Dashboard - Step by step guide on removing and replacing

The Figaro dash top can suffer from cracking especially if the car has been left outside for much of its life. The reason this happens is the material used reacts over time to heat and UV rays causing it to expand then crack. Depending on where the crack appears this… Read More

Published on 26th January 2021

Door Card - How to remove this to access the window and speakers

Words and Pictures Simon Smith. There are a number of reasons you may need to get into the inner door workings. Typically these can be to lubricate the lock mechanism, replace speakers or find the 4/5 digit lock number. REMOVAL 1. Wind down the window as it is… Read More

Published on 19th August 2021

Door Card Removal Video

If you have to replace the speaker or window motor you will need to remove the internal door card. This video takes you through all the screws which you need to remove and how to slide the card out. This video is published under license provided by The Figaro Shop… Read More

Published on 9th March 2022

Door Chrome Window Rubber Edging Replacement Video

As our Figaros gracefully age into their mid-30s, certain areas, particularly the rubber edging, can show signs of wear. The degradation of rubber and the drying out of the original glue can lead to unsightly detachment, often resulting in repairs that don’t always look great. For those of us striving… Read More

Published on 5th March 2025

Door Locks - How to open the door when the lock appears to be jammed

One of the common issues with the Figaro, especially if the car has not been used for a while is opening the door after inserting and turning the key. In this Video, club founder Kevin shows you what’s going on by demonstrating it on a lock outside the car. Read More

Published on 3rd April 2024

Door Sill - How to replace the Door Sills

Words and Pictures by Tobyn Brooks The Figaro Shop Two ways to repair a sill on a Figaro: rust repair can be done on the sills of a Figaro with a relatively cheap ‘quick fix’ by welding over the top, but at The Figaro Shop… Read More

Published on 23rd August 2023