2020 Nissan LEAF | Owner's Manual | Nissan USA

2020 LEAF®

OWNER’S MANUAL

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.

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Printing : October 2019Publication No.:

Printed in the U.S.A.OM20EA 0ZE1U0

The information contained within this supplement updates the following information in the 2020NISSAN Leaf Owner’s manual.In “APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUND FOR PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEM” in the “EV Overview”section of the Owner’s manual.

Please read carefully and keep in the vehicle.

Printing: March 2020Publication No. SU20EA 0ZE1U0

OWNER’S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT

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APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUNDFOR PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEMThe Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-trians (VSP) system is a function that usessound to alert pedestrians of the presenceof the vehicle when it is being driven at alow speed.When the vehicle starts to move, it pro-duces a sound.The sound stops when the vehicle speed ismore than 25 mph (40 km/h) while acceler-ating.

The sound starts when the vehicle speed isless than 22 mph (35 km/h) while deceler-ating.

WARNING

• If the sound cannot be heard, pedes-trians may not notice the oncomingvehicle, which may cause an accidentresulting in serious injury or death. Itis recommended that you immedi-ately visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for VSP system inspection.

• If the VSP system OFF warning lightilluminates while the power switch isin the ON position, or in the READY todrive position, it may indicate the VSPsystem is not functioning properly.Have the VSP system checked. It isrecommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice. For additional information,refer to “Approaching Vehicle Soundfor Pedestrians (VSP) system OFFwarning light” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

NOTE:

The volume of the (VSP) sound cannot beraised or lowered.

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This manual was prepared to help you un-derstand the operation and maintenanceof your vehicle so that you may enjoy manymiles of driving pleasure. Please readthrough this manual before operating yourvehicle.A separate Warranty Information Book-let explains details about the warrantiescovering your vehicle. The NISSAN Ser-vice and Maintenance Guide explains de-tails about maintaining and servicingyour vehicle. Additionally, a separateCustomer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S.only) will explain how to resolve any con-cerns you may have with your vehicle, aswell as clarify your rights under yourstate’s lemon law.In addition to factory installed options, yourvehicle may also be equipped with addi-tional accessories installed prior to deliv-ery. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for detailsconcerning the particular accessories withwhich your vehicle is equipped. It is impor-tant that you familiarize yourself with alldisclosures, warnings, cautions and in-structions concerning proper use of suchaccessories prior to operating the vehicleand/or accessory. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for

details concerning the particular accesso-ries with which your vehicle is equipped.A NISSAN certified LEAF dealer knows yourvehicle best. When you require any serviceor have any questions, we will be glad toassist you with the extensive resourcesavailable to us.

Before driving your vehicle, read your Own-er’s Manual carefully. This will ensure famil-iarity with controls and maintenance re-quirements, assisting you in the safeoperation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION RE-MINDERS!Follow these important driving rules tohelp ensure a safe and comfortable tripfor you and your passengers!• NEVER drive under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.• ALWAYS observe posted speed limits

and never drive too fast for conditions.• ALWAYS give your full attention to

driving and avoid using vehicle fea-tures or taking other actions thatcould distract you.

• ALWAYS use your seat belts and ap-propriate child restraint systems.Pre-teen children should be seated inthe rear seat.

• ALWAYS provide information aboutthe proper use of vehicle safety fea-tures to all occupants of the vehicle.

• ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manualfor important safety information.

FOREWORD READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLEThis vehicle should not be modified.Modification could affect its perfor-mance, safety or durability, and mayeven violate governmental regulations.In addition, damage or performanceproblems resulting from modificationmay not be covered under NISSANwarranties.

WARNING

Installing an aftermarket On-Board Di-agnostic (OBD) plug-in device that usesthe port during normal driving, for ex-ample remote insurance companymonitoring, remote vehicle diagnos-tics, telematics or engine reprogram-ming, may cause interference or dam-age to vehicle systems. We do notrecommend or endorse the use of anyaftermarket OBD plug-in devices, un-less specifically approved by NISSAN.The vehicle warranty may not coverdamage caused by any aftermarketplug-in device.

This manual includes information for allfeatures and equipment available on thismodel. Features and equipment in your ve-hicle may vary depending on model, trimlevel, options selected, order, date of pro-duction, region or availability. Therefore,you may find information about features orequipment that are not included or in-stalled on your vehicle.All information, specifications and illustra-tions in this manual are those in effect atthe time of printing. NISSAN reserves theright to change specifications, perfor-mance, design or component supplierswithout notice and without obligation.From time to time, NISSAN may update orrevise this manual to provide Owners withthe most accurate information currentlyavailable. Please carefully read and retainwith this manual all revision updates sentto you by NISSAN to ensure you have ac-cess to accurate and up-to-date informa-tion regarding your vehicle. Current ver-sions of vehicle Owner's Manuals and anyupdates can also be found in the Ownersection of the NISSAN website at https://owners.nissanusa.com/nowners/navigation/manualsGuide. If you havequestions concerning any information inyour Owner's Manual, contact NISSAN Con-sumer Affairs. For contact information, re-

fer to the NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PRO-GRAM page in this Owner’s Manual.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUTTHIS MANUALYou will see various symbols in this manual.They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence ofa hazard that could cause death or se-rious personal injury. To avoid or re-duce the risk, the procedures must befollowed precisely.

CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence ofa hazard that could cause minor ormoderate personal injury or damage toyour vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk,the procedures must be followed care-fully.

WHEN READING THE MANUAL

If you see the symbol above, it means “Donot do this” or “Do not let this happen”.

If you see a symbol similar to those abovein an illustration, it means the arrow pointsto the front of the vehicle.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar tothose above indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar tothose above call attention to an item in theillustration.[ ]: Indicates a key/item displayed on thescreen.

CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATEADVISORYSome vehicle parts, such as lithium bat-teries, may contain perchlorate material.The following advisory is provided: “Per-chlorate Material - special handling mayapply. For additional information, referto www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”

© 2019 NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’sManual may be reproduced or stored in aretrieval system, or transmitted in anyform, or by any means, electronic, me-chanical, photocopying, recording or oth-erwise, without the prior written permis-sion of Nissan North America, Inc.

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NISSAN CARES ...Both NISSAN and your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicleand your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer are our primary concerns. Your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer is always available to assist you withall your automobile sales and service needs.However, if there is something that yourNISSAN certified LEAF dealer cannot assistyou with or you would like to provideNISSAN directly with comments or ques-tions, please contact the NISSAN Con-sumer Affairs Department using our toll-free number:For U.S. customers

1-877-NOGASEV(1-877-664-2738)

For Canadian customers1-800-387-0122

The Consumer Affairs Department will askfor the following information:– Your name, address, and telephone

number

– Vehicle identification number (attachedto the top of the instrument panel on thedriver's side)

– Date of purchase– Current odometer reading– Your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer’s

name– Your comments or questionsORYou can write to NISSAN with the informa-tion at:For U.S. customers

Nissan North America, Inc.Consumer Affairs Department

P.O. Box 685003Franklin, TN 37068-5003or via e-mail at:[email protected]

For Canadian customersNissan Canada Inc.5290 Orbitor DriveMississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5or via e-mail at:[email protected]

If you prefer, visit us at:www.nissanusa.com (for U.S. customers)orwww.nissan.ca (for Canadian customers)

We appreciate your interest in NISSAN and thank you for buying a quality NISSAN vehicle.

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM

Table ofcontents

Illustrated table of contents

EV Overview

Charging

Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

0

EV

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2

3

4

5

6

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10

0 Illustrated table of contents

Seats, seat belts and Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2Exterior front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3Exterior rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-5Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-6

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-8Meters and Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-9Motor compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-10Warning and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0-11

1. Rear head restraints/headrests (P. 1-7)2. Child restraint anchor points (for top

tether strap child restraint) (P. 1-21)3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and

rollover air bags (P. 1-43)4. Rear-outboard seat-mounted side-

impact supplemental air bags (P. 1-43)5. Front head restraints/headrests (P. 1-7)6. Front seat belt with pretensioner(s) and

shoulder height adjuster (P. 1-10, 1-43)7. Front seats (P. 1-2)8. Supplemental front-impact air bags

(P. 1-43)9. Driver and passenger supplemental

knee airbags (P. 1-43)10. Occupant classification sensor (weight

sensor) (P. 1-43)11. Front seat-mounted side-impact

supplemental air bags (P. 1-43)12. LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system (P. 1-21)

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SEATS, SEAT BELTS ANDSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS)

0-2 Illustrated table of contents

1. Charge port lid/Charging lid switch(P. 3-21)

2. Hood (P. 3-18)3. Wiper and washer switch/Switch opera-

tion (P. 2-46)Blade replacement (P. 8-14)Windshield-washer fluid (P. 8-11)

4. Outside mirrors/Switch operation(P. 3-25)Side camera (if so equipped) (P. 4-11)

5. Power windows (P. 2-66)6. Child safety rear door lock (P. 3-4)7. Doors (P. 3-4)

Keys (P. 3-2)Door locks (P. 3-4)NISSAN Intelligent Key® system (P. 3-7)Security system (P. 2-43)

8. Wheels and tires (P. 8-28, 9-4)Flat tire(P. 6-3)Tire Pressure Monitoring System(P. 2-19, 5-4, 6-3)

9. Headlight and turn signal lights/Switchoperation (P. 2-49)Bulb replacement (P. 8-24)LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)(if so equipped) (P. 2-53)

10. Fog lights/Switch operation(if so equipped) (P. 2-55)Bulb replacement (P. 8-24)

11. License plate installation (P. 9-9)12. Front view camera (if so equipped)

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EXTERIOR FRONT

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1. Rear wiper and washer switch (P. 2-46)Windshield-washer fluid (P. 8-11)

2. High-mounted stop light (P. 8-24)3. Rear window defroster (P. 2-48)4. Rear combination lights (P. 8-24)

Bulb replacement (P. 8-24)5. Rear sonar sensors (P. 5-134, 5-163)6. Rear reflex reflector7. Rear hatch (P. 3-19)

Rear view camera (P. 4-3, 4-11)

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EXTERIOR REAR


1. Emergency tire puncture repair kit(P. 6-3)

2. Map lights (P. 2-69)Switch operation (P. 2-69)Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Systemmicrophone*Sunglasses holder (P. 2-61)

3. Sun visors (P. 3-24)4. Inside rearview mirror (P. 3-25)

HomeLink® (if so equipped) (P. 2-71)5. Front cup holders (P. 2-61)6. Console box (P. 2-61)

USB/iPod® charging port (P. 4-43)7. Cargo area (P. 2-61)

Tonneau cover (if so equipped) (P. 2-61)EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equip-ment) (P. CH-5)

*For additional information, refer to theNissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf)

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT


1. TRIP RESET switch for twin tripodometer (P. 2-6)Instrument brightness control switch(P. 2-54)

2. Headlight, fog light (if so equipped) andturn signal switch (P. 2-49)

3. Steering-wheel-mounted controls(left side)—Audio control*—Vehicle information display controls(P. 2-25)

4. Steering wheel (P. 5-156)Power steering system (P. 5-156)Horn (P. 2-55)Driver's supplemental air bag (P. 1-43)

5. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-46)6. Steering-wheel-mounted controls

(right side)—Cruise control switches (if soequipped) (P. 5-66)—Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-69)—ProPILOT Assist switch (if so equipped)(P. 5-92)—Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Systemcontrol*

7. Shift lever (P. 5-15)ECO switch (P. 2-55)e-Pedal switch (P. 5-22)

8. Console box (P. 2-61)LII2624

COCKPIT


9. Parking brake (switch type)(if so equipped) (P. 5-19)

10. Tilt and telescopic steering wheellever(P. 3-23)

11. Lower instrument panel switches(P. 3-21)—Charge port lid switch (P. 3-21)—Immediate charge switch (P. 2-58)—Heated steering wheel switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-57)—Steering Assist switch (if so equipped)(P. 5-92)—Dynamic driver assistance switch(if so equipped) (P. 5-92, 5-31, 5-47)

12. Fuse box cover (P. 8-18)*For additional information, refer to theNissanConnect® manual (for Leaf)


1. Vents (P. 4-27)2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-5)3. Center multi-function control panel*4. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)5. Rear window and outside mirror (if so

equipped) defroster switch (P. 2-48)6. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-43)7. Glove box (P. 2-61)8. Passenger supplemental knee airbag

(P. 1-43)9. Heater and air conditioner control

(P. 4-28)10. Power outlet (P. 2-61)11. Front heated seat switches

(if so equipped) (P. 2-56)12. USB connection port*13. Push-button power switch (P. 5-10)14. Front passenger air bag status light

(P. 1-43)15. Driver supplemental knee air bag

(P. 1-43)16. Hood release handle (P. 3-18)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL


1. Vehicle information display (P. 2-25)Clock (P. 2-13)Outside air temperature (P. 2-12)Li-ion battery available charge gauge(P. 2-9)Driving range (P. 2-9)Odometer/twin trip odometer (P. 2-6)Indicator for timer (P. CH-43)Power meter (P. 2-8)

2. Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-14)Turn signal/Hazard indicator light(P. 2-49)READY to drive indicator light (P. 2-23)ECO mode indicator (P. 2-13)

3. Speedometer (P. 2-6)

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METERS AND GAUGES


1. Fuse/Fusible link holder (P. 8-18)2. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-10)3. 12-volt battery (P. 8-12)4. Fuse holder (P. 8-18)5. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

(P. 8-11)6. Fuse/Fusible link holder (P. 8-18)7. Coolant reservoir cap (P. 8-8)

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MOTOR COMPARTMENT


Warninglight Name Page

12-volt batterycharge warninglight

2-15

or Anti-lock BrakingSystem (ABS)warning light

2-16

Approaching Ve-hicle Sound forPedestrians (VSP)OFF systemwarning light

2-16

Automatic Emer-gency Braking(AEB) with Pedes-trian Detectionsystem warninglight

2-16


orBrake systemwarning light (yel-low)

2-17

or Brake warninglight (red) 2-17

or

Electronic parkingbrake systemwarning light (yel-low) (if soequipped)

2-18

Electric shift con-trol system warn-ing light

2-18


Electric Vehicle(EV) system warn-ing light

2-19

Low tire pressurewarning light 2-19

Master warninglight (red/yellow) 2-20

Power steeringwarning light 2-21

Rear AutomaticBraking (RAB)warning light

2-21

Seat belt warninglight 2-21

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS



Supplemental airbag warning light 2-21

Indicatorlight

Name Page

or Electronic parkingbrake indicatorlight

2-22

Exterior light indi-cator light 2-22

Front fog light in-dicator light (if soequipped)

2-22

Indicatorlight

Name Page

Front passengerair bag statuslight

2-22

High Beam Assistindicator light 2-22

High beam indi-cator light (blue) 2-22

Plug-in indicatorlight 2-23

Power limitationindicator light 2-23

READY to driveindicator light 2-23

Indicatorlight

Name Page

Security indicatorlight 2-24

Slip indicator light 2-24

Turn signal/hazard indicatorlights

2-24

Vehicle DynamicControl (VDC) OFFindicator light

2-24


EV Overview

The EV (Electric Vehicle) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-2Li-ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-2

Driving with a discharged Li-ion battery . . . . .EV-3Charging the 12-volt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-5Li-ion battery warmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-5

High voltage precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-8High-voltage components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-8

Road accident precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-9Emergency shut-off system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-10

EV characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-11Noise and vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-11

Life with an EV (scene guide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-12Charging the Li-ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-12Before driving your vehicle(models with Navigation System) . . . . . . . . . . . EV-15Checking Li-ion battery chargingstatus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-15Operating the climate control systembefore driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-16

Starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-17Driving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-18Charging after driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-21

Efficient use of your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-22Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-22Improve driving range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-22Li-ion battery life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-23Li-ion battery maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-24

EV unique information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-24Meters and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-24Approaching Vehicle Sound forPedestrians (VSP) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-27Electric shift control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-28LED headlight (low beam)(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-28Driving range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EV-28

The LEAF is an electric vehicle. Some of thevehicle’s systems operate differently andhave different operating characteristicsthan vehicles equipped with an internalcombustion engine. It is important to care-fully review the entire Owner's Manual forthis reason. The main difference is the LEAFis powered by electricity. The LEAF does notrequire and it is not capable of using gaso-line like a vehicle powered by a traditionalinternal combustion engine. The LEAF useselectricity stored in the lithium ion (Li-ion)battery. The vehicle’s Li-ion battery mustbe charged with electricity before the ve-hicle can be driven. As the vehicle operates,the Li-ion battery gradually discharges. Ifthe Li-ion battery becomes completely dis-charged, the vehicle will not operate until itis re-charged.This vehicle uses two types of batteries.One is the 12-volt battery that is the sameas the battery in vehicles powered bygasoline engines, the other is the Li-ionbattery (high voltage).The 12-volt battery provides power to thevehicle systems and features such as theaudio system, supplemental restraint sys-tems, headlights and windshield wipers.

The Li-ion battery provides power to theelectric motor (traction motor) that movesthe vehicle.The Li-ion battery also charges the 12-voltbattery.The vehicle must be plugged in for the Li-ion battery to be charged. Additionally, thevehicle system can extend the vehiclerange by converting driving force into elec-tricity that is stored in the Li-ion batterywhile the vehicle is decelerating or beingdriven downhill. This is called regenerativebraking. This vehicle is considered to be anenvironmentally friendly vehicle because itdoes not emit exhaust gases, such as car-bon dioxide and nitrogen oxide.

WARNING

Your vehicle contains a sealed Li-ionhigh voltage battery. If the Li-ion bat-tery is disposed of improperly, there is arisk of severe burns and electricalshock that may result in serious injuryor death and there is also a risk of envi-ronmental damage.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the Li-ion bat-tery:• Do not expose the vehicle to extreme

ambient temperatures for extendedperiods.

• Do not store the vehicle in tempera-tures below −13°F (−25°C) for morethan seven days.

• Do not leave the vehicle for morethan 14 days where the Li-ion batteryavailable charge gauge reaches azero or near zero.

• Do not use the Li-ion battery for anyother purpose.

THE EV (Electric Vehicle) SYSTEM LI-ION BATTERY

EV-2 EV Overview

NOTE:• If the outside temperature is −13°F

(−25°C) or less, the Li-ion battery mayfreeze and it cannot be charged or pro-vide power to run the vehicle. Move thevehicle to a warm location.

• The capacity of the Li-ion battery inyour vehicle to hold a charge will, likeall such batteries, decrease with timeand usage. As the battery ages and ca-pacity decreases, this will result in adecrease from the vehicle’s initial mile-age range. This is normal, expected,and not indicative of any defect in yourLi-ion battery.

• The Li-ion battery has limited servicelife, and when its charging capacityfalls below a specific level, the EV sys-tem warning light will illuminate. Own-ers should bring their vehicle in for in-spection and possible batteryreplacement.

• It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for infor-mation about recycling or disposal ofthe Li-ion battery. Do not attempt torecycle or dispose of the Li-ion batteryyourself.

DRIVING WITH A DISCHARGEDLI-ION BATTERYWhen a destination is set in the navigationsystem (if so equipped) that exceeds theavailable vehicle range, the navigation sys-tem automatically searches the location ofnearby charging stations. When the nearbycharging station locations are displayed,charge the Li-ion battery as soon as possible.Warning lights illuminate on the instru-ment panel and messages are displayedon the vehicle information display to in-form you that the Li-ion battery charge islow. Instructions are also displayed on thenavigation system screen (if so equipped)to direct you to nearby charging stations.The vehicle's range is very limited whenthese warning lights illuminate and mes-sages are displayed. Follow the instruc-tions on the navigation system screen (if soequipped) and immediately charge the ve-hicle at the nearest charging station.There are three levels of information thatwill be displayed as the Li-ion battery be-comes discharged:1. The following warning lights illuminate

on the instrument panel and messagesare displayed on the vehicle informationdisplay at the same time to indicate lowLi-ion battery charge:

• The low battery charge indicator• The master warning light• The “Battery charge is low, Charge

now” warning message is displayedon the vehicle information display.

• Messages are displayed on the navi-gation system screen (if so equipped).

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EV Overview EV-3

• For additional information, refer to“Low battery charge indicator” in the“Instruments and controls” section ofthis manual.

• The driving range flashes O1 .

NOTE:Due to traffic conditions, it may be dif-ficult to get to the charging stationsuggested by the navigation system(if so equipped). If the Li-ion battery isalmost completely discharged, drivedirectly to the nearest charging sta-tion.

2. If the vehicle is driven and the Li-ion bat-tery continues to discharge, the drivingrange on the instrument panel changesto “— — —” O2 .Messages are displayed on the naviga-tion system screen (if so equipped). Foradditional information, refer to “Li-ionbattery available charge gauge” in the“Instruments and controls” section ofthis manual.

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EV-4 EV Overview

3. When the power limitation indicatorlight illuminates, traction motoroutput is limited resulting in reduced ve-hicle speed. Stop the vehicle in a safelocation before the Li-ion battery be-comes completely discharged andthere is no power available to drive thevehicle. Contact Roadside AssistanceService shown in your NISSAN WarrantyInformation Booklet. For additional in-formation, refer to “If the Li-ion batterybecomes completely discharged” in the“In case of emergency” section of thismanual.

CHARGING THE 12-VOLT BATTERYThe 12-volt battery is charged automati-cally using electricity stored in the Li-ionbattery.When the 12-volt battery is being charged,the charge status indicator light on the in-strument panel flashes (except whencharging the Li-ion battery or the powerswitch is in the READY to drive position). Foradditional information, refer to “Chargingstatus indicator lights” in the “Charging”section of this manual.

While vehicle is drivenThe Li-ion battery charges the 12-volt bat-tery as necessary when the power switchis in the READY to drive position.The 12-volt battery is not charged in thefollowing conditions.• When the power switch is in the ACC po-

sition.• When the power switch is in the ON posi-

tion and the shift position is in the N (Neu-tral) position.

While the vehicle is not in useWhen the EV system is off for an extendedtime, the 12-volt battery may be automati-cally charged for a short period of time on aregular basis.

LI-ION BATTERY WARMERFor models with 40 kWh battery

CAUTION

The Li-ion battery warmer does not op-erate if the available Li-ion batterycharge is less than approximately 15%and the charger is not connected to thevehicle. To help prevent the Li-ion bat-tery from freezing, do not leave the ve-hicle in an environment if temperaturesmay go below -1°F (-17°C) unless the ve-hicle is connected to a charger.

The Li-ion battery warmer helps to preventthe Li-ion battery from freezing and helps toprevent significant reductions in the Li-ionbattery output when the temperature is cold.The Li-ion battery warmer automaticallyturns on when the Li-ion battery tempera-ture is approximately -1°F (-17°C) or colder.The Li-ion battery warmer automaticallyturns off when the Li-ion battery tempera-ture is approximately 14°F (-10°C) or higher.The Li-ion battery warmer uses electricalpower from an external source when acharger is connected to the vehicle. TheLi-ion battery warmer uses electricalpower from the Li-ion battery when thecharger is not connected to the vehicle.

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NOTE:• Connect the charger to the vehicle and

place the power switch in the OFF posi-tion when parking the vehicle if tem-peratures may go below -1°F (-17°C). Thisprovides external power to the Li-ionbattery warmer when it operates anddoes not discharge the Li-ion battery.

• The charging status indicator lights il-luminate in a specific pattern when theLi-ion battery warmer operates. Thecharging status indicator lights use thesame pattern to indicate 12-volt bat-tery charging, Climate Ctrl. Timer op-eration or Remote Climate Control op-eration (models with NavigationSystem). The charging status indicatorlights do not change if the Li-ion bat-tery warmer operates at the same timeas the above features. For additionalinformation, refer to “Charging statusindicator lights” in the “Charging” sec-tion of this manual.

• The Li-ion battery warmer uses Li-ionbattery power to operate, even if thevehicle is connected to a charger when:– The vehicle's power switch is in the

ON position.– There is no electrical power being

supplied to the charging equipment.

• When the Li-ion battery warmer is al-ready in operation using an externalpower source, it will continue to use theexternal power even if the powerswitch is placed in the ON position.

• Vehicle driving range is reduced if theLi-ion battery warmer operates (Li-ionbattery temperature approximately-1°F (-17°C) or colder) while driving thevehicle. You may need to charge theLi-ion battery sooner than in warmertemperatures.

• The Li-ion battery requires more timeto charge when the Li-ion batterywarmer operates.

• The predicted charging time displayedon the meter and navigation system (ifso equipped) increases when the Li-ionbattery warmer operates.

• Climate control performance is re-duced when using the Climate Ctrl.Timer or Remote Climate Control(models with Navigation System) whilethe Li-ion battery warmer operates.

• The Li-ion battery may not charge tothe expected level using the chargingtimer while the Li-ion battery warmeroperates.

For models with 62 kWh battery

CAUTION

The Li-ion battery warmer does not op-erate if the normal charger is not con-nected to the vehicle. To help preventthe Li-ion battery from freezing, do notleave the vehicle in an environment iftemperatures may go below -4°F(-20°C) unless the vehicle is connectedto a charger.

The Li-ion battery warmer helps to preventthe Li-ion battery from freezing when thetemperature is cold. The Li-ion batterywarmer automatically turns on when theLi-ion battery temperature is approxi-mately -4°F (-20°C) or colder and outsidetemperature is approximately -11°F (-24°C)or colder. The Li-ion battery warmer auto-matically turns off when the Li-ion batterytemperature is approximately 0°F (-18°C) orhigher, or outside temperature is approxi-mately -8°F (-22°C) or higher.The Li-ion battery warmer operates whenthe normal charger is connected to thevehicle, and it automatically uses electricalpower from either the external source orfrom the Li-ion battery.

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place the power switch in the OFF po-sition when parking the vehicle if tem-peratures may go below -4°F (-20°C).The Li-ion battery warmer automati-cally uses electrical power from eitherthe external source or from the Li-ionbattery, based on the amount of re-maining Li-ion battery.

• The charging status indicator lights il-luminate in a specific pattern when theLi-ion battery warmer operates. Thecharging status indicator lights use thesame pattern to indicate 12–volt bat-tery charging, Climate Ctrl. Timer op-eration or Remote Climate Control op-eration (models with NavigationSystem). The charging status indicatorlights do not change if the Li-ion bat-tery warmer operates at the same timeas the above features. For additionalinformation, refer to “Charging statusindicator lights” in the “Charging” sec-tion of this manual.

• The automatic climate control auto-matically turns on when the Li-ion bat-tery warmer uses electrical powerfrom the Li-ion battery. This is not amalfunction. When the Li-ion batterywarmer operates, the temperature in-side the vehicle may be warmed up.

• The Li-ion battery will be automaticallycharged when the Li-ion batterywarmer uses electrical power from anextended source. When outside tem-perature goes below -4°F (-20°C) formany days, frequent Li-ion batterywarmer operation may occur, andmore electric power will be chargedfrom an external source. Do not con-nect the normal charger to the vehicleif you do not want to turn on the Li-ionbattery warmer. In this case, do notleave the vehicle in an environment iftemperatures may go below -4°F(-20°C).

• When the Li-ion battery warmer is al-ready in operation using an externalsource, it will continue to use the exter-nal power even if the power switch isplaced in the ON position.

• The Li-ion battery warmer will stop ifthe power switch is placed in the ONposition while the Li-ion batterywarmer is using electrical power fromthe Li-ion battery. To turn on the Li-ionbattery warmer again, place the powerswitch in the OFF position.

• The Li-ion battery warmer will stop ifthe charging connector is removedfrom the normal charger while the Li-ion battery warmer is operating. Toturn on the Li-ion battery warmeragain, connect the charging connectorto the vehicle. The Li-ion batterywarmer will operate again after about1 hour.

• The Li-ion battery warmer will stop ifthe charging connector of the quickcharger is connected to the vehiclewhile the Li-ion battery warmer is op-erating. To turn on the Li-ion batterywarmer again, remove the chargingconnector of the quick charger fromthe vehicle.

• The Li-ion battery requires more timeto charge to the expected level whenthe Li-ion battery warmer operates.

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• The predicted charging time displayedon the meter increases when the Li-ionbattery warmer uses electrical powerfrom the Li-ion battery.

• The Climate Ctrl. Timer or Remote Cli-mate Control (models with NavigationSystem) does not turn on while the Li-ion battery warmer operates. This isnot a malfunction.

• The charging timer or remote charge(models with Navigation System) doesnot turn on while the Li-ion batterywarmer operates. This is not a mal-function.

• The Li-ion battery may not be chargedto the expected level using the charg-ing timer while the Li-ion batterywarmer operates.

• If the Li-ion battery warmer automati-cally stops because of the Li-ion bat-tery temperature or outside tempera-ture change, charging will continueuntil the Li-ion battery is fully charged.

HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTSWARNING

• The EV system uses high voltage upto approximately DC 400 volt. Thesystem can be hot during and afterstarting and when the vehicle is shutoff. Be careful of both the high volt-age and the high temperature. Fol-low the warning labels that are at-tached to the vehicle.

• Never disassemble, remove or re-place high-voltage parts and cablesas well as their connectors becausethey can cause severe burns or elec-tric shock that may result in seriousinjury or death. High-voltage cablesare colored orange. The vehicle highvoltage system has no user service-able parts. It is recommended thatyou take your vehicle to a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for any neces-sary maintenance.

HIGH VOLTAGE PRECAUTIONS

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1. Traction motor and reduction gear

2. Traction motor inverter

3. Power delivery module (PDM) (Charger,DC/DC converter, junction box)

4. High-voltage wire harnesses (coloredorange)

5. Li-ion battery

6. Service plug

WARNING

In case of a collision:• If your vehicle is drivable, pull your

vehicle off the road, push the P (Park)position switch on the shift lever, ap-ply the parking brake and turn the EVsystem off.

• Check your vehicle to see if there areexposed high-voltage parts orcables. For their locations, refer to“High voltage components” in thissection. To avoid personal injury,never touch high-voltage wiring,connectors, and other high-voltageparts, such as inverter unit and Li-ionbattery. An electric shock may occurif exposed electric wires are visiblewhen viewed from inside or outsideof your vehicle. Therefore, nevertouch exposed electric wires.

• If the vehicle receives a strong im-pact to the floor while driving, stopthe vehicle in a safe location andcheck the floor.

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• Leaks or damage to the Li-ion bat-tery may result in a fire. If you dis-cover them, contact emergency ser-vices immediately. Since the fluidleak may be lithium manganate fromthe Li-ion battery, never touch thefluid leak inside or outside the ve-hicle. If the fluid contacts your skin oreyes, wash it off immediately with alarge amount of water and receiveimmediate medical attention to helpavoid serious injury.

• If a fire occurs in the EV, leave thevehicle as soon as possible. Only usea type ABC, BC or C fire extinguisherthat is meant for use on electricalfires. Using a small amount of wateror the incorrect fire extinguisher canresult in serious injury or death fromelectrical shock.

• If your vehicle needs to be towed, doit with the front wheels raised. If thefront wheels are on the ground whentowing, the traction motor may gen-erate electricity. This may damagethe components of the EV systemand cause a fire.

• If you are not able to safely assessthe vehicle due to vehicle damage, donot touch the vehicle. Leave the ve-hicle and contact emergency ser-vices. Advise first responders thatthis is an electric vehicle.

• In the event of an accident that re-quires body repair and painting, theLi-ion battery pack and high voltageparts such as the inverter, includingthe wire harness, should be removedprior to painting. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for this service. Li-ion batterypacks exposed to heat in the paintbooth will experience capacity loss.Damaged Li-ion battery packs mayalso pose safety risks to untrainedmechanics and repair personnel.

EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF SYSTEMThe emergency shut-off system is acti-vated and the high-voltage system auto-matically turns off in the following condi-tions:- Front and side collisions in which the airbags are deployed.- Certain rear collisions.- Certain EV system malfunctions.

For the above collisions and certain otherEV system malfunctions, the READY to driveindicator light will turn off. For additionalinformation, refer to “Warning lights, indica-tor lights and audible reminders” in the “In-struments and controls” section of thismanual.The emergency shut-off activates for theabove collisions to minimize risk of anevent that could cause injury or an acci-dent. If the emergency shut-off system ac-tivates, the EV system may not be switchedto the READY to drive position; it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer. Even if the power switch isswitched to the READY to drive position, thesystem may shut-off suddenly. Therefore,drive cautiously to the nearest certified re-pair facility; it is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for ser-vice.

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WARNING

• Pay special attention to pedestrians.Because there is no engine noise, pe-destrians may not know the vehicleis approaching, moving or about tomove, and may step into the path ofvehicle travel.

• When leaving the vehicle, be sure toturn off the EV system.

• Be sure to push the P (Park) positionswitch on the shift lever and applythe parking brake when parking be-cause the vehicle can move when theREADY to drive indicator light is ON.When the READY to drive indicatorlight is ON, do not leave your vehiclein a shift position other than the P(Park) position.

• Keep the brake pedal depressed untilyou are ready to drive. When the ve-hicle is in the D (Drive) position, B or R(Reverse) position, if you release thebrake pedal and do not depress theaccelerator, the vehicle will creep andmay start abruptly. This may causeserious injury or death.

NOTE:• The vehicle cannot run with a dis-

charged Li-ion battery. Repeated ac-celeration consumes more power fromthe Li-ion battery than driving at asteady speed.

• This vehicle is equipped with a regen-erative brake system. The primary pur-pose of the regenerative brake systemis to provide some power to rechargethe Li-ion battery and extend drivingrange. A secondary benefit is “enginebraking” that operates based on Li-ionbattery conditions.

• In the D (Drive) position, when the ac-celerator pedal is released, the regen-erative brake system provides somedeceleration.

• When you put the shift lever in the Bmode and take your foot off the accel-erator pedal, more regenerative brakeis applied than in the D (Drive) position.

• Less deceleration is provided by the re-generative brake system when the Li-ion battery is fully charged. The regen-erative brake is automatically reducedwhen the Li-ion battery is fully chargedto prevent the Li-ion battery from be-coming overcharged. The regenerativebrake is also automatically reducedwhen the battery temperature is high/low (indicated by the red/blue zoneson the Li-ion battery temperaturegauge) to prevent Li-ion battery dam-age.

• The brake pedal should be used to slowor stop the vehicle depending on trafficor road conditions. The vehicle brakesare not affected by the regenerativebrake system operation.

NOISE AND VIBRATIONYou might experience the following noiseor vibration as a normal characteristic ofthis vehicle:• Traction motor noise from the motor

compartment.• Water pump and radiator fan noise while

charging.

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• Compressor and radiator fan noise whenthe Climate Ctrl. Timer or remote climatecontrol (models with Navigation System)is used.

• Relay operation noise and vibration atstart-up and shut-down of the EV system(power switch placed in the ON and OFFposition).

• Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestri-ans (VSP).

This section provides a brief explanationfor the most important LEAF functions. Foradditional information, refer to the specificsections of this manual for detailed expla-nations of the vehicle features and opera-tion.

CHARGING THE LI-ION BATTERYWARNING

The EV system uses a high voltage cur-rent. Failure to follow the proper han-dling instructions may cause seriousinjury or death. Be sure to read the“Charging” section and follow the pro-cedures and guidelines described.

LIFE WITH AN EV (scene guide)

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*1: V2X (Vehicle to Everything); The EV sup-plies electric power to a home or a building,etc. e.g. Vehicle to Home (V2H), Vehicle toBuilding (V2B), Vehicle to Grid (V2G), Vehicleto Load (V2L), Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V).

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BEFORE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE(models with Navigation System)The Li-ion battery charging status and theLi-ion battery warmer (if so equipped) op-eration can be checked using an internetenabled smart phone or personal com-puter at home. You may also choose tohave SMS messages (text messages) sentto a cellular phone. Additionally, the vehi-cle’s heater and air conditioner can be setto operate using the Climate Ctrl. Timerfunction or A/C-heater remote function, ifnecessary. For additional information, referto “Remote climate control” in the “Monitor,climate, audio, phone and voice recogni-tion systems” section of this manual.

NOTE:• To check the Li-ion battery charging

status or to use the remote heater andair conditioner using an internet en-abled smart phone or personal com-puter, the following conditions must bemet:– The vehicle must be located in a cel-

lular phone or smart phone cover-age area.

– The internet enabled cellular phoneor smart phone must be located in acellular phone or smart phone cov-erage area.

– The computer must be connected tothe internet.

– A cellular phone must be used tocommunicate with the vehicle.

– A cellular phone capable of text mes-saging must be used to receive textmessage regarding vehicle chargestatus.

• The remote heater and cooler can ad-just the in-cabin temperature.

• When the charge connector is discon-nected from the vehicle, the heater andair conditioner operates using vehicleLi-ion battery electric power.

• If the remote heater and air condi-tioner function and Li-ion batterycharging are performed at the sametime, Li-ion battery charging will takelonger than usual due to the powerused to heat or cool the vehicle.

CHECKING LI-ION BATTERYCHARGING STATUSThe Li-ion battery charge status can bechecked on the NISSAN Data Center web-site via an internet enabled smart phone orpersonal computer.If the Li-ion battery is not sufficientlycharged, you can start charging the Li-ionbattery via the remote charge function. Foradditional information, refer to “Chargingrelated remote function” in the “Charging”section of this manual.

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OPERATING THE CLIMATECONTROL SYSTEM BEFOREDRIVINGThe vehicle’s heating and air conditioningsystem can be turned on via remote con-trol with an internet enabled smart phoneor personal computer.

This allows the interior of the vehicle to beheated or cooled while the vehicle is charg-ing. This reduces the load on the Li-ion bat-tery while the vehicle is being driven andcan help increase the vehicle driving range.For additional information, refer to “Remoteclimate control” in the “Monitor, climate, au-dio, phone and voice recognition systems”section of this manual.

Notification of the Li-ion batterywarmer operation (if so equipped)

You can be notified with the status of theLi-ion battery warmer operation on theNISSAN Data Center website via an internetenabled smart phone or personal computer.When the power switch is in the OFF posi-tion and the charge connector is not con-nected, if the Li-ion battery warmer startsor stops, it notifies you to connect the char-ger to the vehicle.For additional information, refer to theNissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf).

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STARTING YOUR VEHICLE1. Depress the brake pedal O1 .

2. Push the power switch O2 .

3. Check that the READY to drive indicatorlight O3 illuminates. For additional infor-mation, refer to “READY to drive indicatorlight” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.

4. For models with Navigation System: Ifroute guidance is necessary, enter thedestination in the navigation system.For additional information, refer to theNissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf).

5. Check the Li-ion battery level and theestimated driving range shown on themeter. For additional information, referto “Driving range” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

NOTE:• For additional information, refer to

“Range” in this section.• Before driving, compare the driving

distance to the destination displayedon the navigation system screen (if soequipped) with the estimated drivingrange shown on the meter. Determineif it will be necessary to charge the Li-ion battery before or while driving toyour planned destination.

• If it is necessary to charge the Li-ionbattery, use the navigation system (ifso equipped) to search for availablecharging stations on your planneddriving route.

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DRIVING THE VEHICLE1. Depress the brake pedal O1 .

2. Release the parking brake O2 .

3. Move the shift lever O3 into the D (Drive)position. When released, the shift leverreturns to its original center position.

4. Confirm that the vehicle is in the D (Drive)position. The indicator next to the “D” bythe shift lever illuminates and “D” is dis-played on the meter.

5. Release the brake pedal.

6. Depress the accelerator pedal and startdriving.

These are the following gear positions fordriving the vehicle forward:• Use the D (Drive) position for optimum

driving performance.• Use the B mode for downhill driving.

When the B mode is used, more regen-erative brake is applied when the accel-erator pedal is released in comparison tothe D (Drive) position.

For additional information, refer to “Drivingthe vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-tion of this manual.

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NOTE:

The regenerative brake converts the ve-hicle's forward motion to electric powerto help slow the vehicle.Use the ECO mode for maximum vehiclerange and for city driving. The ECO modehelps reduce power consumption by re-ducing acceleration when compared tothe same accelerator pedal position in theD (Drive) position (normal mode).

If the low battery charge indicatorilluminates yellow, the Li-ion battery chargeis too low for travel. For additional informa-tion, refer to "Li-ion battery availablecharge gauge" in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual. Chargethe Li-ion battery as soon as possible.

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Parking the vehicle1. When stopping the vehicle, apply the

foot brake, then push the P (Park) posi-tion switch O1 on the shift lever. Confirmthat the vehicle is in the P (Park) positionby checking the shift indicator locatednear the shift lever or on the vehicle in-formation display.

2. Apply the parking brake O2 . For modelswith the pedal type, firmly depress theparking brake. For models with theswitch type, the electronic parking brakeis applied automatically (or for manualoperation, pull the electronic parkingbrake switch up).

3. Push the power switch O3 to the OFFposition.

4. If a parking lot is equipped with chargingfacilities, charge the Li-ion battery asnecessary. For additional information,refer to the “Charging” section of thismanual.

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CHARGING AFTER DRIVINGCharging the Li-ion battery

When you return home, connect the ve-hicle to the charging device installed atyour home or the EVSE plugged to outletusing the normal charge connector.Charge the vehicle or set the chargingtimer function to have the vehicle chargeat a specific time. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Charging timer” in the “Charg-ing” section of this manual.

1. When the power switch is turned off, thesettings of the charging timer, and theClimate Ctrl. Timer and the charge con-nector lock functions are displayed onthe vehicle information display. For addi-tional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-mation display” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual.

2. Open the charge port lid and chargeport cap. For additional information, re-fer to “Charge port lid” in the “Pre-drivingchecks and adjustments” section of thismanual.

3. Connect the charge connector to thevehicle.

4. When the charging timer is turned on,charging starts at the set time. When thecharging timer is not turned on, charg-ing starts immediately.

NOTE:• Charging can be started remotely, even

if the charging timer is set up.• When you have forgotten to connect

the charge connector at home, there isa function that can notify you via a textmessage capable cellular phone, inter-net enabled smart phone or personalcomputer. For additional information,refer to “Charging related remote func-tion” in the “Charging” section of thismanual (models with Navigation Sys-tem).

• NISSAN recommends that you connectthe normal charge cable when gettingout of the vehicle, even if it is not goingto be used. By doing this, you can getthe most out of the remote climatecontrol (models with Navigation Sys-tem) and Climate Ctrl. Timer functionsthe next time you use the vehicle.

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RANGEThe distance you can drive the vehicle(range) varies considerably dependingupon available charge, weather, tempera-ture, usage, battery age, topography, anddriving style.Refer to the Monroney label (windowsticker) for the official EPA range. Your ac-tual range will vary and could be signifi-cantly less, either initially or as the batteryages and with use over time. For additionalinformation, refer to “Improve drivingrange” in this section for information on thefactors that affect vehicle range and howto use the vehicle to maximize vehiclerange.

IMPROVE DRIVING RANGEVehicle range depends on a number of fac-tors.Actual vehicle range will vary dependingupon:• Speed,• Vehicle load,• Electrical load from vehicle accessories,• Traffic and road conditions,• Distance driven without stopping,• Usage,

• Driving style,• Battery age,• Weather or temperature,• Topography,• Charging habits.NISSAN recommends the following driv-ing habits to help maximize vehiclerange:Before driving:• Follow recommended periodic mainte-

nance.• Keep tires inflated to correct pressure.• Keep wheels in correct alignment.• Pre-heat or pre-cool the interior cabin

while the vehicle is charging.• Remove unnecessary cargo from the ve-

hicle.While driving:• Drive in ECO mode

–– The ECO mode helps reduce powerconsumption by reducing accelerationwhen compared to the same accelera-tor pedal position in the D (Drive) posi-tion (normal mode).

• Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruis-ing speeds with constant accelerator po-sitions or by using cruise control whenappropriate.

• Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gentlypress and release the accelerator pedalfor acceleration and deceleration.

• Drive at moderate speeds on the high-way.

• Avoid extending highway driving withmultiple quick charges.

• Avoid frequent stopping and braking.Maintain a safe distance behind other ve-hicles.

• Turn off the air conditioner/heater whenit is not necessary.

• Select a moderate temperature settingfor heating or cooling to help reducepower consumption.

• Use the air conditioner/heater and closewindows to reduce drag when cruising athighway speed.

• Vehicle range may be substantially re-duced in extremely cold conditions (forexample, -4°F (-20°C)).

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• Using the climate control system to heatthe cabin when the outside temperatureis below 32°F (0°C) uses more electricityand affects vehicle range more thanwhen using the heater when the tem-perature is above 32°F (0°C).

• When it is cold, use the steering wheelheater in substitution for the heater/airconditioner. The steering wheel heaterconsumes less power than the heater/air conditioner.

• Release the accelerator pedal to slowdown and do not apply the brakes whentraffic and road conditions allow.–– This vehicle is equipped with a regen-

erative brake system. The primary pur-pose of the regenerative brake systemis to provide some power to rechargethe Li-ion battery and extend drivingrange. A secondary benefit is “enginebraking” that operates based on Li-ionbattery conditions. In the D (Drive) posi-tion, when the accelerator is released,the regenerative brake system pro-vides some deceleration and somepower to the Li-ion battery.

LI-ION BATTERY LIFEThe Li-ion battery's ability to hold a charge,like all batteries, decreases with batteryage and usage which results in decreasedvehicle range when compared to the ve-hicle range when the vehicle was new. Thisis normal and expected, and does not indi-cate a malfunction of the vehicle or Li-ionbattery.The Li-ion battery's ability to hold a chargecan be affected by how you drive the ve-hicle, store the vehicle, how you charge theLi-ion battery and Li-ion battery tempera-ture during vehicle operation and charging.To maximize the battery's useful life, usethe following driving and charging habitswhere possible:• Avoid exposing a vehicle to extreme am-

bient temperatures for extended periods.• Avoid storing a vehicle in temperatures

below −13°F (−25°C) for more than sevendays.

• Avoid leaving your vehicle for more than14 days where the Li-ion battery availablecharge gauge reaches a zero or near zero(state of charge).

• Allow the vehicle and Li-ion battery tocool down after use before charging.

• Park/store your vehicle in cool locationsout of direct sunlight and away from heatsources.

• Avoid sustained high battery tempera-tures (caused, for example, by exposureto very high ambient temperatures or ex-tending highway driving with multiplequick charges [if so equipped]) .

• Use the normal charging or trickle charg-ing methods to charge the Li-ion batteryand minimize the use of public FastCharge or Quick Charger.

• Moderate driving.• Use of ECO mode.• Do not operate the charging timer re-

peatedly while the charge connector isconnected to the vehicle after the Li-ionbattery charging is completed. Doing somay discharge the 12-volt battery.

• The power of the Li-ion battery can bechecked on the Li-ion battery availablecharge gauge. For additional information,refer to “Li-ion battery available chargegauge” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.

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LI-ION BATTERY MAINTENANCEIn addition to the regular maintenance rec-ommended by NISSAN, the LEAF requiressome special Li-ion battery inspections.• For additional information, refer to the

NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet forsignificant limitations, exclusions andpossible voiding of your warranty result-ing from failure to have these necessaryinspections, repairs and/or adjustmentsperformed.

• For additional information, refer to theNISSAN Service and Maintenance Guidefor a detailed explanation of the Li-ionbattery inspection and intervals.

METERS AND INDICATORSVarious meters and gauges related to theEV functions are displayed in the vehicleinformation display.

MeterMaster warning lightThe master warning light (red or yellow) O1

illuminates when messages are displayedon the vehicle information display.For additional information, refer to “Masterwarning light (red/yellow)” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

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Li-ion battery temperature gaugeThis gauge O2 displays the temperature ofthe Li-ion battery.For additional information, refer to “Li-ionbattery temperature gauge” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

Power meterThis meter displays the actual traction mo-tor power consumption and the regenera-tive brake power provided to the Li-ion bat-tery.For additional information, refer to “Powermeter” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.

Driving rangeThis indicator displays the estimated driv-ing range (calculated based on a programthat accounts for current driving style andoperational conditions) that can be drivenbefore recharging is necessary.For additional information, refer to “Drivingrange” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.

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Li-ion battery available charge gaugeThis indicator displays the available Li-ionbattery capacity remaining to drive the ve-hicle.For additional information, refer to “Li-ionbattery available charge gauge” in the “In-struments and controls” section of thismanual.The EV unique information is displayed onthe vehicle information display as well. Foradditional information, refer to “Vehicle in-formation display” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual.

Warning and indicator lightsThe EV system uses the following EV spe-cific warning and indicator lights:1. Master warning light (red)

2. Master warning light (yellow)

3. 12-volt battery charge warning light

4. Plug-in indicator light

5. READY to drive indicator light

6. Power limitation indicator light

7. EV system warning light

8. Electric shift control system warninglight

9. Brake system warning light (yellow)

10. Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-trians (VSP) system OFF warning light

For additional information, refer to “Warn-ing lights, indicator lights and audible re-minders” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.

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APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUNDFOR PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEMThe Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-trians (VSP) system is a function that usessound to alert pedestrians of the presenceof the vehicle when it is being driven at alow speed.When the vehicle starts to move, it pro-duces a sound.The sound stops when the vehicle speed ismore than 19 mph (30 km/h) while acceler-ating.

The sound starts when the vehicle speed isless than 16 mph (25 km/h) while deceler-ating.The sound stops when the vehicle stops.The sound does not stop with the vehicle inthe R (Reverse) position even if the vehiclestops.

WARNING

• If the sound cannot be heard, pedes-trians may not notice the oncomingvehicle, which may cause an accidentresulting in serious injury or death. Itis recommended that you immedi-ately visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for VSP system inspection.

• If the VSP system OFF warning lightilluminates while the power switch isin the ON position, or in the READY todrive position, it may indicate the VSPsystem is not functioning properly.Have the VSP system checked. It isrecommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice. For additional information,refer to “Approaching Vehicle Soundfor Pedestrians (VSP) system OFFwarning light” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

If you wish to make the sound of the VSPsystem louder, it is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice. It is not possible to make the soundlower.

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EV Overview EV-27

ELECTRIC SHIFT CONTROLSYSTEMThis vehicle is equipped with an electricshift control system. This control systemhas three features:• Smooth and easy shift lever operation.• To place the vehicle in the P (Park) posi-

tion, push the P (Park) position switch onthe shift lever.

• The vehicle automatically applies the P(Park) position when the power switch isplaced in the OFF position.

For additional information, refer to “Drivingthe vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-tion of this manual.

LED HEADLIGHT (low beam) (if soequipped)This vehicle uses an LED headlight for theheadlight low beam. The LED headlight hasthe following features:• Low power consumption• The shape is very compact.It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer to replace the head-light.

DRIVING RANGEOn the vehicle information display or navi-gation system screen (if so equipped), youcan check the estimated distance the ve-hicle may be driven with the available Li-ionbattery charge. For additional information,refer to the NissanConnect® Manual (forLeaf).

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EV-28 EV Overview

Charging

Precautions on charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-2Types of charge and how to charge the Li-ionbattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-5

How to normal charge (AC 220–240volt) by charging device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-9How to trickle charge (AC 110–120 volt)by L1 EVSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-11How to trickle charge (AC 110–120 volt)by L1 & L2 EVSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-18How to normal charge (AC 220–240volt) by L1 & L2 EVSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-26How to quick charge (if so equipped) . . . . . . CH-35How to charge/discharge using quickcharge port (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-38

Charge connector lock system . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-41Charging methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-43

Charging timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-43Timer Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-46Immediate charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-48Charging related remote function(models with Navigation System) . . . . . . . . . . CH-49

Charging related indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-50Charging status indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . CH-50EVSE (Electric Vehicle SupplyEquipment) control box indicator light . . . . . CH-53

Charging troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . CH-56

WARNING

• If you use any medical electric de-vices, such as an implantable cardiacpacemaker or an implantable cardio-vascular defibrillator, check with theelectric medical device manufac-turer concerning the effects thatcharging may have on implanted de-vices before starting the charge op-eration. Charging may affect theoperation.

• Make sure there is no water or for-eign materials in the charge port,charge connector, or electrical plug,and that they are not damaged oraffected by rust or corrosion. If any ofthese conditions are noticeable, donot charge the Li-ion battery. Thismay result in a short circuit or electricshock and could cause a fire whichmay result in serious personal injuryor death.

• To avoid serious personal injury ordeath when the Li-ion battery ischarging, be aware of the followingprecautions.

– Do not touch the metal contacts ofthe charge port, charge connec-tor, electrical plug or GenuineNISSAN Adapter.

– Do not touch the vehicle and EVSEwhen there is lightning.

– Do not pull, twist, bend, step on, ordrag the cable.

• Make sure the charge connector isremoved from the charge port beforestarting your vehicle. If the chargeconnector is only partially engagedand the connector latch is unlocked,it is possible to place the EV in theREADY to drive position.

• Do not touch the plug or the GenuineNISSAN Adapter if they are wet orwith wet hands. Do not put the plugor the Genuine NISSAN Adapter inwater, liquid or snow. This may causean electric shock which may result inserious personal injury or death.

• Do not disassemble or modify thecharge port, the EVSE or the GenuineNISSAN Adapter. This may cause afire or an electric shock which mayresult in serious personal injury ordeath.

• If you notice an unusual odor, smokeor abnormal noises coming from thevehicle, stop charging immediately.

• Be careful not to allow your hands,hair, jewelry or clothing to come intocontact with, or get caught in, thetraction motor cooling fan. The cool-ing fan can start at any time duringcharging.

• Do not use extension cords or adapt-ers unless they are Genuine NISSANparts.

• Do not use the Genuine NISSANAdapter with any devices except theGenuine NISSAN EVSE.

• Do not allow an unattended child tohandle or use this product.

• Use the EVSE with outlet and wiringinstalled according to theregulations/standards.

• Pass the lower side belt of the EVSEcase securely through the fasteneron the bottom of the luggage board.If the case suddenly becomes loose,it may cause serious injury or death.

PRECAUTIONS ON CHARGING

CH-2 Charging

CAUTION

• To prevent damage to the chargingequipment:– Do not close the charge port lid

without closing the charge portcap.

– Do not subject the chargingequipment to impact.

– Do not store and use chargingequipment in locations where thetemperature is over 185°F (85°C)

• Make sure the charge port cap isclosed on the charge port whencharging is finished. If the chargeport lid is closed when the chargeport cap is open, water or foreignmaterials may enter the charge port.

• Do not charge when a vehicle bodycover is in use. This may cause dam-age to the charge connector.

• Do not attempt to perform a jumpstart on the 12-volt battery at thesame time that the Li-ion battery isbeing charged. Doing so may dam-age the vehicle or charging equip-ment and could cause an injury. Foradditional information, refer to“Jump starting” in the “In case ofemergency” section of this manual.

• In normal charging (AC 220 - 240 volt)and trickle charging (AC 110 - 120 volt)using the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Sup-ply Equipment) provided with the ve-hicle, NISSAN recommends using anAC 220 - 240 volt, 50A and an AC 110-120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical cir-cuit and outlet. The dedicated circuitis used to help prevent circuit dam-age or the circuit breaker from trip-ping due to the high draw of chargingthe Li-ion battery. If the dedicatedcircuit is not used, the circuit maycause adverse interference on MCB(Moulded Circuit Board) and house-hold electrical appliances such astelevisions and audio systems. If thecircuit is shared, and another electri-cal device is being used at the sametime the vehicle is charging, thebreaker may trip. A qualified electri-cian should install a dedicated circuitif one is not already available.

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Charging CH-3

NOTE:• When charging the Li-ion battery, place

the power switch in the OFF position.When the power switch is in the ONposition, the Li-ion battery will notstart charging.

• For your safety, if the charge connectoris connected to the vehicle while thepower switch is in the READY to drive,the vehicle will automatically switch tothe ON position. Because charging willnot be started while the power switchis in this position, be sure to place thepower switch in the OFF position.

• When the ambient temperature is 32°F(0°C) or less, charging time may be lon-ger than normal and the level to whichthe Li-ion battery can be charged maybe less than at higher temperatures.

• Do not operate the charging timer re-peatedly while the charge connector isconnected to the vehicle after the Li-ion battery charging is completed. Do-ing so may discharge the 12-volt bat-tery. For additional information, referto “Charging timer” in this section. Ifthe Li-ion battery becomes dis-charged, charge it immediately.

• The power switch can be set to the ONposition and the climate control andnavigation system (if so equipped) canbe used while the Li-ion battery ischarging. However, because these op-erations consume Li-ion batterypower, it will take longer for the Li-ionbattery to become fully charged. Placethe power switch in the OFF position tohelp reduce Li-ion battery charge time.

• If electrical power is interrupted whilecharging, charging restarts automati-cally when the electrical power is re-stored.

• It is recommended to keep the chargecable connected to save Li-ion batterypower, when the heater and air condi-tioner are operating with remote op-eration (models with Navigation Sys-tem).

• If the charge port is frozen, melt the iceusing a hair dryer. After the ice hasmelted, charge the Li-ion battery. Forc-ing the charge connector to connectmay cause a malfunction.

• If foreign materials have entered thecharge connector and charge port andit is not possible to connect it, do notattempt to force the connection. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer. Forcing thecharge connector to connect maycause damage to the charging equip-ment and vehicle.

• There is a hole on the charge port forwater drainage. If the water drainagehole becomes blocked, or if water getstrapped inside the charge port, do notcharge. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

CH-4 Charging

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TYPES OF CHARGE AND HOW TOCHARGE THE LI-ION BATTERY

Charging CH-5

*1: V2X (Vehicle to everything); The EV sup-plies electric power to a home or a buildingetc. (e.g. Vehicle to home (V2H), Vehicle tobuilding (V2B), Vehicle to grid (V2G), Vehicleto load (V2L), and Vehicle to vehicle (V2V)).

This vehicle is an electric vehicle and it re-quires electricity to operate. The Li-ion bat-tery is the only source of power to operatethe vehicle. It is important to conserve powerand plan your charging needs when youdrive to avoid completely discharging theLi-ion battery and being unable to drive.

There are three methods available tocharge the Li-ion battery:• Normal charge• Trickle charge• Quick charge (if so equipped)• V2X charge/discharge (if so equipped)

LTI2438

CH-6 Charging

The time to completely charge the vehicleLi-ion battery varies based on the state ofcharge of the Li-ion battery, condition andage of the Li-ion battery, temperature ofthe Li-ion battery, ambient temperatureand condition of the power source con-nected to the vehicle, and whether theelectric equipment (such as the air condi-tioner, which consumes electric power) isused.Normal chargeNISSAN recommends using normal charg-ing for usual charging of the vehicle. Use ofquick charge should be minimized in orderto help prolong Li-ion battery life.Normal charging uses L1 & L2 EVSE (ElectricVehicle Supply Equipment), or an SAE J1772compliant charging device connected to adedicated AC 220 - 240 volt circuit. L1 & L2EVSE is provided with the vehicle (if soequipped). The charging device is a homecharging dock installed in your home by aqualified electrician. Contact your NISSANcertified LEAF dealer. For additional infor-mation, refer to “How to normal charge” inthis section.Trickle chargeTrickle charging is not recommended forregular use because it takes more time

than normal charging. Trickle charge canbe used when it is necessary to perform anemergency charge at a destination suchas a friend’s house.Trickle charge uses the EVSE (Electric Ve-hicle Supply Equipment) provided with thevehicle or an SAE J1772 compliant cord setto connect the vehicle to an AC 110–120 volt,15A dedicated outlet. The outlet should beprotected by a circuit breaker to avoidoverloading the circuit or other electricalhazard.For additional information, refer to “How totrickle charge” in this section.Quick charge (if so equipped)Quick charge capability is only available onvehicles manufactured with the quickcharge option, which includes the quickcharge port. If your vehicle does not havesuch a port, quick charging cannot beused.A vehicle equipped with a quick chargeport is compatible with most CHAdeMO(Japanese industry standard) connectorson charging stations. Charging stationsusing this standard are UL certified andsafe to use in the US. While supported byNISSAN, this connector may not becomethe US SAE standard.

Quick charging is possible (even severaltimes a day). If the battery temperature isnear the red zone, in order to protect thebattery, power of the quick charging will belimited.Public charging:This vehicle is compatible with any publiccharging station that is SAE J1772 compli-ant. If you attempt to charge from a non-compliant charging station, you may notreceive a complete charge, or you may notbe able to charge at all due to hardwareand software differences. NISSAN is work-ing with states, municipalities, utility com-panies and others to assist in the prepara-tion of markets and infrastructure.However, NISSAN makes no representa-tions that public charging stations will beavailable in locations where you wish tooperate the vehicle, nor can NISSAN predictthe period of time it may take for publiccharging infrastructure to be developed inyour area. Depending on where you live ordrive, there may not be sufficient publiccharging stations available to meet yourparticular needs for driving range andcharging away from your home. Trip plan-ning is therefore important, and you shouldplan trips with these facts in mind.

Charging CH-7

Quick charge uses public charging sta-tions (up to 50 kW of power [for 40 kWhbattery models] / 100 kW of power [for 62kWh battery models]).The time needed to charge the Li-ion bat-tery from discharged (low battery chargeindicator light illuminated) to 80% chargedusing the quick charger depends on manyfactors including the Li-ion battery tem-perature and the type of quick chargerused.It may take more time to charge the Li-ionbattery using the quick charger if the ve-hicle is parked in a cold location for a longtime.It may take more time to charge the Li-ionbattery using the quick charger if the tem-perature of the Li-ion battery is high or low.The Li-ion battery temperature gauge canbe used to estimate the approximate timeneeded to charge the Li-ion battery to 80%.If charging stops mid-charge, you can re-start charging by pressing the start buttonon the quick charger station again. Quickcharging is possible (even several times aday). If the battery temperature is near thered zone, in order to protect the battery,power of the quick charging will be limited.

V2X charge/discharge (if so equipped)V2X charge/discharge capability is onlyavailable on vehicles manufactured withthe V2X charge/discharge option, which in-cludes the quick charge port.A vehicle equipped with a quick chargeport is compatible with most CHAdeMO(Japanese industry standard) connectorson charging stations.Charging stations or V2X charging/discharging devices using this standardare UL certified and safe to use in the US.While supported by NISSAN, this connector

may not become the US SAE standard. V2Xcharging/discharging is possible (evenseveral times a day). If the battery tempera-ture is near the red zone, in order to protectthe battery, power of the V2X charging/discharging will be limited.For additional information, consult a V2Xdevice manufacturer or a V2X charging/discharging service provider.

LHA5087For 40 kWh battery models

LHA5184For 62 kWh battery models*

*Subject to charging equipmentcapability to output 100kW

CH-8 Charging

Power limitation modeThis mode protects the health and opera-tion of the vehicle's Li-ion battery. Thismode operates in certain extreme condi-tions (heat, cold, low state of charge). Poweravailable to vehicle systems, including itstraction motor, is limited resulting in limitedperformance, acceleration and top speed.Charging may be automatically termi-nated, especially with repeated quickcharging in extreme hot weather.Checking Li-ion battery chargeThe three methods for checking theamount of charge are as follows:• Check by using the Li-ion battery avail-

able charge gauge on the vehicle infor-mation display when the power switch isplaced in the ON position. For additionalinformation, refer to “Li-ion battery avail-able charge gauge” and “Low batterycharge indicator” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual.

• Check by using an internet enabledsmart phone or personal computer. Foradditional information, refer to the“NissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf).

• Check by using the charging status indi-cator light. For additional information, re-fer to “Charging status indicator lights” inthis section.

NOTE:• During the charge operation, charge

continues when the power switch isplaced in the ON position.

• The Li-ion battery cannot be charged ifthe quick charge connector and thenormal charge connector are con-nected at the same time. If anothercharge connector is connected mid-charge, charging will stop.

• For safety reasons, it is not possible toswitch to the READY to drive positionwhile a charge connector is connected.

• During charging, it is possible that theradio may be inaudible due to noise bythe electromagnetic wave.

HOW TO NORMAL CHARGE (AC220–240 volt) BY CHARGINGDEVICE

WARNING

• If you use any medical electric de-vices, such as an implantable cardiacpacemaker or an implantable cardio-vascular defibrillator, check with theelectric medical device manufac-turer concerning the effects thatcharging may have on implanted de-vices before starting the charge op-eration. Charging may affect theoperation.

• Be sure to follow the precautions forusing the charging device that can beinstalled in your home. Failing to doso could result in serious injury ordeath.

CAUTION

Do not use any charging equipmentthat is not compatible with the LEAF.Doing so could prevent the Li-ion bat-tery from charging properly or couldresult in damage to the vehicle or Li-ionbattery.

Charging CH-9

• Normal charge uses the charging device(AC 220 - 240 volt, 16A or 32A) that can beinstalled in your home to charge the Li-ion battery.

• Immediate charge, charging timer andremote charge (models with NavigationSystem) can be performed in the normalcharge mode. For additional information,refer to “Charging methods” in this sec-tion.

• The charging equipment communicateswith the vehicle before Li-ion batterycharging starts. If this communicationdoes not occur because other equip-ment is used, the Li-ion battery will notcharge.

• NISSAN recommends that you connectthe charging device when getting out ofthe vehicle, even if it is not going to beused. By doing this, you can get the mostout of the remote climate control (mod-els with Navigation System) and ClimateCtrl. Timer functions the next time youuse the vehicle.

To start normal charge:1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place

the vehicle in the P (Park) position andapply the parking brake.

2. When charging the Li-ion battery, placethe power switch in the OFF position.When the power switch is in the ON po-sition, the Li-ion battery will not startcharging.

3. Open the charge port lid and chargeport cap. For additional information, re-fer to “Charge port lid” and “Charge portcap” in the “Pre-driving checks and ad-justments” section of this manual.

4. Connect the charge connector to thecharge port. If it is connected normally, abeep will sound once.

5. If charging has started or if the battery iswaiting for the charging timer, a beepwill sound twice and the charging statusindicator light display will change. Foradditional information, refer to “Charg-ing status indicator lights” in this section.

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CH-10 Charging

To stop normal charge:1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is

not engaged. For additional information,refer to “Charge connector lock system”in this section.

2. Press the button on the charge connec-tor, release the lock and remove thecharge connector from the charge portand properly store it.

3. Close the charge port cap.

4. After closing the charge port cap on thecharge port, close the charge port lid.

NOTE:

To stop charging mid-charge, removethe charge connector. Charging auto-matically stops.

HOW TO TRICKLE CHARGE (AC110–120 volt) BY L1 EVSE

WARNING

• If you wear a pacemaker or an im-plantable cardiovascular defibrilla-tor (ICD), stay at least 6 in (15 cm)away from the EVSE.

• If you wear a pacemaker or an im-plantable cardiovascular defibrilla-tor (ICD), check with the electricmedical device manufacturer con-cerning the effects that chargingmay have on implanted devices be-fore starting the charge operation.Charging may affect the operation.

• In order to avoid an electric shock orfire due to a short circuit, connect to aGFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) circuitbreaker and use a waterproof electri-cal ground socket.

• Discontinue EVSE use immediately ifplug or outlet becomes hot to thetouch or if you notice any unusualodors.

• Never use extension cords or plugadapters with EVSE.

• Always unplug the EVSE when not inuse.

• The NISSAN Genuine L1 EVSE charg-ing device draws 12 amps continu-ously while charging the Li-ion bat-tery with AC 110–120 volt outlet. Donot plug in to any electrical circuitunless it is inspected by a qualifiedelectrician to confirm that the elec-trical circuit can accept a 12 ampdraw. Any electrical circuit has amuch higher likelihood of beingcompromised in the following condi-tions listed below.– Improper use of the EVSE may re-

sult in a fire and serious injury ordeath.

– Do not use the EVSE in structuresmore than 40 years old.

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Charging CH-11

– Do not use the EVSE in structuresusing fuse-based circuit protec-tion. Use only with electrical cir-cuits protected by circuitbreakers.

– Do not use the EVSE on electricalcircuits with two-prong outlets.

– Do not use the EVSE if other de-vices are plugged into the samecircuit.

– When unplugging, be sure to pullby the plug or the EVSE, not thecord.

– Do not pull, twist, bend, step on ordrag the cable.

– Do not attach or detach the Genu-ine NISSAN Adapter while theGenuine NISSAN Adapter is in-serted into an outlet.

– Do not use the Genuine NISSANAdapter if the plug is not fully in-serted and not locked.

– If you use the EVSE holder, handleit with care to avoid injuries due tocontact with its edges or otherparts.

– Do not use the EVSE if the cable orcord is frayed, has broken insula-tion, or shows any other indica-tions of damage.

– Stop using the EVSE immediatelyif charging stops before comple-tion when you move the plug orcord.

– Do not use the EVSE if the controlbox, plug, the EVSE or charge con-nector is broken, cracked, open,corroded or shows any other indi-cations of damage.

– Do not use the EVSE if the plug hasa loose connection with the outletor if the outlet is damaged orrusted.

– Before you connect the EVSE, besure to check the rated currentshown on the EVSE to ensure thatthe outlet and circuit have enoughcurrent capacity to charge yourvehicle safely. If the capacity ofthe outlet and circuit is notenough, wiring may cause over-heating or a fire.

– If in any doubt about the outletand circuit, consult a qualifiedelectrician.

– The EVSE has parts that mayspark inside. Do not use it wheregasoline, paint, or flammable liq-uids are used or stored.

– Do not use if a malfunction occursor if the EVSE has been damagedin any manner. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for replacement.

– The EVSE contains no user ser-viceable parts. Do not attempt torepair the EVSE, doing so will voidyour warranty.


CH-12 Charging

CAUTION

• Only charge using a standard AC 110 -120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical out-let (for example, do not use an elec-tric generator). Failure to do so maycause charging to fail and couldcause damage to the vehicle or theEVSE equipment due to powersurges.

• NISSAN recommends using GenuineNISSAN charging equipment tocharge the vehicle. Using non-NISSAN equipment could cause theLi-ion battery to not charge correctlyand may damage the vehicle.

Precautions on storage• Do not store the EVSE in a place exposed

to direct sunlight.• Do not store the EVSE in a place exposed

to wind or rain.• Be sure to store the EVSE with the protec-

tive cap on to keep the terminal of thecharge connector away from dirt anddust.

• Do not store the EVSE with the cableand/or cord wound around the controlbox.

• Do not store the EVSE in a condition inwhich the cable and/or cord are twisted.

• The control box will become hot while theEVSE is charging. This is not amalfunction.

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Charging CH-13

To start trickle charging:

NOTE:

Charging timer, remote charge (modelswith navigation system) and immediatecharge can be performed in the tricklecharge mode. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Charging methods” in thissection.1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place



3. Open the charge port lid. For additionalinformation, refer to “Charge port lid” inthe “Pre-driving checks and adjust-ments” section of this manual.

4. Take out the EVSE from the rear hatch.

5. Connect the electrical plug to the AC 110- 120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet.If it is connected normally, the green lighton the EVSE control box indicator lightilluminates.

NOTE:You can pass a rope through the holesOA in the control box in order to hang itup while the Li-ion battery is charging.Use the EVSE with the plug in an up-right position (the cord should extenddown from the outlet).

6. Open the charge port cap. For additionalinformation, refer to “Charge port cap” inthe “Pre-driving checks and adjust-ments” section of this manual.

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CH-14 Charging

7. Remove the safety cap from the chargeconnector.


9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ionbattery is waiting for the charging timer,a beep will sound twice and the charg-ing status indicator light display willchange. For additional information, referto “Charging status indicator lights” inthis section.

10. When recharging outside, such as inyour driveway, use a commerciallyavailable padlock attached in positionOA to prevent theft.

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Charging CH-15

To stop trickle charge:1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is


2. Press the button on the charge connec-tor, release the lock and remove thecharge connector from the charge port.

3. Close the charge port cap.

4. Attach the safety cap to the EVSE.

5. Remove the electrical plug from the AC110 - 120 volt, 15A dedicated electricaloutlet.

6. Store in its case.NOTE: Perform the following proce-dure to store the EVSE in the case:a. Wind the charge cable into a size that

will allow it to be stored in the case(approximately 14 in (36 cm) in diam-eter). Winding the charge cable in thedirection shown below avoids short-ening of cable life.

b. Place the EVSE into the case.LCH2105 LCH2138

CH-16 Charging

c. Pass the lower side belt from the casethrough the fastener on the bottom ofthe luggage board OC .

LCH2110 LCH2139 LCH2137

Charging CH-17

d. Hang the hook OD from the case tothe ring from the trim.

e. Fix the belt OE with the hook-and-loopfastener on the side of the case bypulling the end of the belt.

WARNING

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSEcase securely through the fastener onthe bottom of the luggage board. If thecase suddenly becomes loose, it maycause serious injury or death.

7. After closing the cap on the charge port,close the charge port lid.

NOTE:


HOW TO TRICKLE CHARGE (AC110–120 volt) BY L1 & L2 EVSE

WARNING

• If you wear a pacemaker or an im-plantable cardiovascular defibrilla-tor (ICD), stay at least 6 in (15 cm)away from the EVSE.

• If you use any medical electric de-vices, such as an implantable cardiacpacemaker or an Implantable Car-diovascular Defibrillator (ICD), checkwith the electric medical devicemanufacturer concerning the effectsthat charging may have on im-planted devices before starting thecharge operation. Charging may af-fect the operation.



• Never use extension cords.• Never use plug adapters other than

the Genuine NISSAN Adapter forEVSE.


• The NISSAN Genuine L1 & L2 EVSEdraws 12 amps continuously whilecharging the Li-ion battery with AC110–120 volt outlet. Do not plug in toany electrical circuit unless it is in-spected by a qualified electrician toconfirm that the electrical circuit canaccept a 12 amp draw. Any electricalcircuit has a much higher likelihoodof being compromised in the follow-ing conditions listed below.– Improper use of the EVSE may re-



LCH2206

CH-18 Charging




– When unplugging, be sure to pullby the plug or the Genuine NISSANAdapter, not the cord.


– Do not attach or detach the Genu-ine NISSAN Adapter while theGenuine NISSAN Adapter is in-serted into an outlet.

– Do not use the Genuine NISSANAdapter if the plug is not fully in-serted and not locked.


– Do not use the EVSE or GenuineNISSAN Adapter if the cable orcord is frayed, has broken insula-tion, or shows any other indica-tions of damage.

– Stop using the EVSE or GenuineNISSAN Adapter immediately ifcharging stops before completionwhen you move the GenuineNISSAN Adapter, the plug or thecord.

– Do not use the EVSE or GenuineNISSAN Adapter if the control box,plug, Genuine NISSAN Adapter orcharge connector is broken,cracked, open, corroded or showsany other indications of damage.

– Do not use the EVSE or GenuineNISSAN Adapter if the plug orGenuine NISSAN Adapter has aloose connection with the outletor if the outlet is damaged orrusted.

– Before connecting the EVSE, besure to check the rated currentshown on the EVSE to ensure thatthe outlet and circuit have enoughcurrent capacity to charge yourvehicle safely. If the capacity ofthe outlet and circuit is notenough, wiring may cause over-heating or a fire.


– The device has parts that mayspark inside. Do not use it wheregasoline, paint, or flammable liq-uids are used or stored.

– Do not use if a malfunction occursor if the EVSE or Genuine NISSANAdapter has been damaged in anymanner. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for replacement.

– The EVSE or Genuine NISSANAdapter contains no user service-able parts. Do not attempt to re-pair the EVSE or Genuine NISSANAdapter, doing so will void yourwarranty.

Charging CH-19


CAUTION

• Only charge using a standard AC 110 -120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical out-let (for example, do not use an elec-tric generator). Failure to do so may-cause charging to fail and couldcause damage to the vehicle or theEVSE due to power surges.

• NISSAN recommends using GenuineNISSAN charging equipment tocharge the vehicle. Using non-NISSAN equipment could cause theLi-ion battery to not charge correctlyand may damage the vehicle.

Precautions on storage• Do not store the EVSE and Genuine

NISSAN Adapter in a place exposed todirect sunlight.

• Do not store the EVSE and GenuineNISSAN Adapter in a place exposed towind or rain.

• Be sure to store the EVSE with the protec-tive cap on to keep the terminal of thecharge connector away from dirt anddust.



• The control box will become hot while theEVSE is charging. This is not amalfunction.

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To start trickle charging:

NOTE:

Charging timer, remote charge (modelswith navigation system) and immediatecharge can be performed in the tricklecharge mode. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Charging methods” in thissection.1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place





5. Connect the electrical plug to the AC 110- 120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical outletusing a Genuine NISSAN Adapter. If it isconnected normally, the green light onthe EVSE control box indicator lightilluminates.

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NOTE:

You can pass a rope through the holes OA

on the control box to the holder in orderto hang it up while the Li-ion battery ischarging.Use the EVSE with the plug in the up-right position. (The cord should extenddown from the outlet.)



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To stop trickle charge:1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is





5. Store in its case.LCH2105 LCH2138 LCH2110

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NOTE:Perform the following procedure tostore the EVSE in the case.

1. Wind the charge cable into a size that willallow it to be stored in the case (approxi-mately 14 in (36 cm) in diameter). Windingthe charge cable in the direction shownabove avoids shortening of cable life.

2. Place the EVSE into the case.

3. Pass the lower side belt from the casethrough the fastener on the bottom ofthe luggage board OC .

4. Hang the hook OD from the case to thering from the trim.

5. Fix the belt OE with the hook-and-loopfastener on the case, pulling the beltfrom the case.

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NOTE:To stop charging mid-charge, removethe charge connector. Charging auto-matically stops.

HOW TO NORMAL CHARGE (AC220–240 volt) BY L1 & L2 EVSE

WARNING

Please be sure to follow the warningsbelow. Failure to do so may result inserious injury or death.• If you wear a pacemaker or an im-

plantable cardiovascular defibrilla-tor (ICD), stay at least 6 in (15 cm)away from the EVSE.

• If you use a pacemaker or an Im-plantable Cardiovascular Defibrilla-tor (ICD), check with the electricmedical device manufacturer con-cerning the effects that chargingmay have on implanted devices be-fore starting the charge operation.Charging may affect the operation.



• Never use extension cords or plugadpaters with EVSE.

• Never use plug adapters other thanthe Genuine NISSAN Adapter forEVSE.


• The NISSAN Genuine L1 & L2 EVSEdraws 30 amps continuously whilecharging the Li-ion battery with AC220–240 volt outlet. Do not plug in toany electrical circuit unless it is in-spected by a qualified electrician toconfirm that the electrical circuit canaccept a 30 amp draw. Any electricalcircuit has a much higher likelihoodof being compromised in the follow-ing conditions listed below.– Improper use of the EVSE may re-






– When unplugging, be sure to pullby the plug and not the cord.



– Do not use the EVSE if the cable orcord is frayed, has broken insula-tion, or shows any other indica-tions of damage.

– Stop using the EVSE immediatelyif charging stops before comple-tion when you move the plug orthe cord.

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– Do not use the EVSE if the controlbox, plug, the EVSE or charge con-nector is broken, cracked, open,corroded or shows any other indi-cations of damage.

– Do not use the EVSE if the plug hasa loose connection with the outletor if the outlet is damaged orrusted.

– Before you connect the EVSE, besure to check the rated currentshown on the EVSE to ensure thatthe outlet and circuit have enoughcurrent capacity to charge yourvehicle safely. If the capacity ofthe outlet and circuit is notenough, wiring may cause over-heating or a fire.


– The EVSE has parts that mayspark inside. Do not use it wheregasoline, paint, or flammable liq-uids are used or stored.

– Do not use if a malfunction occursor if the EVSE has been damagedin any manner. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for replacement.

– The EVSE contains no user ser-viceable parts. Do not attempt torepair the EVSE, doing so will voidyour warranty.


CAUTION

• Only charge using a standard AC 220- 240 volt, 50A dedicated electricaloutlet (for example, do not use anelectric generator). Failure to do somay cause charging to fail and couldcause damage to the vehicle or theEVSE due to power surges.

• NISSAN recommends using GenuineNISSAN charging equipment tocharge the vehicle. Using non-NISSAN equipment could cause theLi-ion battery to not charge correctlyand may damage the vehicle or theEVSE.

Precautions on storage• Do not store the EVSE in a place exposed

to direct sunlight.• Do not store the EVSE in a place exposed

to wind or rain.• Be sure to store the EVSE with the protec-

tive cap on to keep the terminal of thecharge connector away from dirt anddust.


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• The control box will become hot while theEVSE is charging. This is not a malfunc-tion.

• Normal charge (AC 220–240 volt) by L1 &L2 EVSE is performed using an AC 220 —240 volt, 50A dedicated electrical outletusing the L1 & L2 EVSE provided with thevehicle.

LHA5095NEMA 14–50 outlet and plug

• 120V/240V EVSE (L1/L2) plug must be connected to a NEMA 14–50 outlet that is con-nected to a single phase power supply obtained from a delta connection.

• If connected to another type of power supply, EVSE will not work normally.

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If connected to three phase power supply, EVSE does not work normally.

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To start normal charging

NOTE:

Charging timer, remote charge (modelswith navigation system) and immediatecharge can be performed in the normalcharge mode. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Charging methods” in thissection.1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place




LHA5094Incorrect electric outlet connection

If EVSE is connected to this miswired outlet, EVSE does not work and the POWERindicator light (orange) on the EVSE control box will blink.

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5. Connect the electrical plug to the AC 220- 240 volt, 50A dedicated electrical outlet.If it is connected normally, the green lighton the EVSE control box indicator lightilluminates.

NOTE:You can pass a rope through the holesOA on the control box or place the con-trol box to the holder in order to hangit up while the Li-ion battery ischarging.Use the EVSE with the plug inan upright position. (The cord shouldextend down from the outlet.)


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To stop normal charging:1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is





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5. Store in its case.

NOTE:

Perform the following procedure to storethe EVSE in the case:

1. Wind the charge cable into a size that willallow it to be stored in the case (approxi-mately 14 in (36 cm) in diameter). Windingthe charge cable in the direction shownabove avoids shortening the cable life.

2. Place the EVSE into the case.

3. Pass the ring of the lower side belt fromthe case through the fastener on thebottom of the luggage board OC .

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4. Hang the hook OD from the case to thering from the trim.

5. Fix the belt OE with the hook-and-loopfastener on the case, pulling the beltfrom the case.

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NOTE:


HOW TO QUICK CHARGE (if soequipped)Quick charge uses public charging sta-tions (up to 50 kW of power [for 40 kWhbattery models] / 100 kW of power [for 62kWh battery models]) to charge the batteryin a short period of time.

WARNING

• Always use a quick charger that iscompatible with the LEAF. Using anincompatible quick charger maycause a fire or malfunction resultingin serious personal injury or death.

• Before starting the quick charge,carefully read the instructions pro-vided on the quick charger and makesure the quick charge connector isproperly connected and locked. Fail-ure to connect or operate the quickcharger correctly could cause dam-age to the vehicle or the chargingequipment.

NOTE:• Quick charging is possible (even sev-

eral times a day) if the battery tem-perature is not near the red zone. If thebattery temperature reaches the redzone, in order to protect the battery,quick charging is not allowed and thepower limitation mode will be trig-gered. For additional information, referto “Li-ion battery temperature gauge”in the “EV Overview” and “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

• When the Li-ion battery availablecharge and the Li-ion battery capacityare shown on the quick charger unit,the readings may differ from the Li-ionbattery available charge/capacityreading shown on the vehicle’s display.

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To start charging:1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place




4. Align O1 with the groove of the chargeport and insert the charge connector. CAUTION

Be sure to insert the charge connectorstraight into the quick charge port rightup to the base. Failure to do so mayresult in the Li-ion battery not chargingor could cause damage to the chargingequipment.

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5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the chargeconnector.

6. Follow the instructions on the quickcharge equipment. When the equip-ment is properly installed and ready tocharge a beep sounds twice and thecharging status indicator light willchange. For additional information, referto “Charge status indicator lights” in thissection.

Charging ends in the following situations:• When charging is complete• When the possible charge time set for the

quick charger is exceeded

NOTE:• Charging may automatically stop even

if it is not completed.• If charging stops mid-charge, you can

restart charging by pressing the startbutton on the quick charger again.

• The charge connector is locked to thecharge port during charging and can-not be disconnected. Follow the in-structions on the quick charge equip-ment to stop charging. Confirmcharging is stopped by looking at theindicators on the instrument panel.The charge connector can be discon-nected from the vehicle when chargingis stopped.

• When quick charging, the Li-ion bat-tery charging rate is slower as the per-centage of available battery charge in-creases.

To finish charging:1. Confirm charging is stopped by looking

at the indicators on the instrumentpanel. The charge connector can be dis-connected from the vehicle when charg-ing is stopped.

2. Unlock the charge connector, removefrom the vehicle and properly store it.

3. Close the quick charge port cap.

4. Shut the charge port lid.

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CAUTION

As the quick charge connector isheavier in comparison to the othercharge connectors, allowing it to dropcould cause damage to the vehicle orcharge connector or personal injury.When removing the connector, be sureto pull it out straight and as carefully aspossible.

HOW TO CHARGE/DISCHARGEUSING QUICK CHARGE PORT (if soequipped)V2X (vehicle to everything) enables the EVto supply electric power to a home or abuilding, etc.“V2X” includes all of the following:• Vehicle to home (V2H)• Vehicle to building (V2B)• Vehicle to grid (V2G)• Vehicle to load (V2L)• Vehicle to vehicle (V2V)V2X charge/discharge uses a V2X device.

WARNING

• Always use a quick charger/V2X de-vice that is compatible with the LEAF.Using an incompatible quickcharger/V2X device may cause a fireor malfunction resulting in seriouspersonal injury or death.

• Before starting the quick charge/V2Xcharge, carefully read the instruc-tions provided on the quick charger/V2X device and make sure the quickcharge connector is properly con-nected and locked. Failure to connector operate the quick charger cor-rectly could cause damage to the ve-hicle or the charging equipment.

NOTE:• Charging/discharging using quick

charge port is possible (even severaltimes a day) if the battery temperatureis not near the red zone. If the batterytemperature reaches the red zone, inorder to protect the battery, charging/discharging is not allowed and thepower limitation mode will be trig-gered. For additional information, referto “Li-ion battery temperature gauge”in the “EV Overview” and “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

• When the Li-ion battery availablecharge/discharge and the Li-ion bat-tery capacity are shown on the quickcharger unit or V2X device, the read-ings may differ from the Li-ion batteryavailable charge/discharge/capacityreading shown on the vehicle’s display.

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To start charging/discharging:1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place


2. When charging/discharging the Li-ionbattery, place the power switch in theOFF position. When the power switch isin the ON position, the Li-ion battery willnot start charging/discharging.


4. Align O1 with the groove of the chargeport and insert the charge connector. CAUTION

Be sure to insert the charge connectorstraight into the quick charge port rightup to the base. Failure to do so may re-sult in the Li-ion battery not charging/discharging or could cause damage tothe charging equipment.

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5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the chargeconnector.

6. Follow the instructions on the quickcharge equipment, or the V2X device, tostart charging. When the equipment orV2X is properly installed and ready tocharge/discharge, a beep sounds twiceand the charging status indicator lightwill change. For additional information,refer to “Charge status indicator lights” inthis section.

Charging/discharging ends in the follow-ing situations:• When charging is complete

• When the possible charge time set for thequick charger is exceeded

NOTE:• Charging/discharging may automati-

cally stop even if it is not completed.• If charging stops mid-charge, you can

restart charging by pressing the startbutton on the quick charger again.

• The charge connector is locked to thecharge port during charging/discharging and cannot be discon-nected. Follow the instructions on thequick charge equipment or the V2X de-vice to stop charging/discharging.Confirm charging/discharging isstopped by looking at the indicators onthe instrument panel. The charge con-nector can be disconnected from thevehicle when charging is stopped.

• When V2X charging, the Li-ion batterycharging rate is slower as the percent-age of available battery charge in-creases.

To finish charging/discharging:1. Confirm charging/discharging is

stopped by looking at the indicators onthe instrument panel. The charge con-nector can be disconnected from thevehicle when charging/discharging isstopped.

2. Unlock the charge connector, removefrom the vehicle and properly store it.

3. Close the quick charge port cap.

4. Shut the charge port lid.

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CHARGE CONNECTOR LOCKSYSTEMThe normal or trickle charge connectorcan be locked to the normal charge port.Perform the following steps and thecharge connector lock mode can be se-lected:1. Press the button to select “EV

settings” and then press the OK button.

2. Press the button until “Chg.Connector Lock” is selected and thenpress the OK button.

3. Press the button until the pre-ferred mode of AUTO, LOCK or UNLOCK,is selected and then press the OKbutton.

NOTE:

The charge connector lock can be acti-vated when the shift lever is in the P(Park) position and the charge connectoris connected. The charge connector lockwill not be activated if the charge con-nector is not properly connected.

AUTO modeTo select AUTO mode, push the up anddown switch until "AUTO" is selected andthen press the OK button. The indicatorlight for "AUTO" will illuminate.When AUTO mode is selected, the chargeconnector is locked while charging is inprocess. The charge connector will be un-locked automatically when charging iscomplete.

LOCK modeTo select the LOCK mode, push the up anddown switch until "LOCK" is selected andthen press the OK button. The indicatorlight for "LOCK" will illuminate.

When LOCK mode is selected, the chargeconnector will remain locked. The chargeconnector will be unlocked when UNLOCKmode is selected or temporary unlock op-eration is performed.

UNLOCK modeTo select UNLOCK mode, push the up anddown switch until "UNLOCK" is selectedand then press the OK button. The indica-tor light for "UNLOCK" will illuminate.When UNLOCK mode is selected, thecharge connector will remain unlocked.Temporary unlock modeWhen the charge connector lock system isin the AUTO or LOCK mode, the chargeconnector lock can be unlocked temporar-ily by using the NISSAN Intelligent Key® orthe charge port lid switch.

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Unlock operation using IntelligentKey1. Press the charge port lid opener button

on the Intelligent Key for more than 1second.

2. The charging status indicator lightflashes three times and a beep soundsthree times. The charge connector lockis unlocked for 30 seconds.

3. After 30 seconds, the charge connectorlock is locked.

The charge connector lock can also be un-locked for 30 seconds when unlocking adoor or the rear hatch (in this case, thecharging status indicator light does notoperate). If the lock is operated again within30 seconds after unlocking the door/rearhatch, the charge connector lock is lockedagain.

Unlock operation using chargeport lid switch1. Push the charge port lid switch.

2. The charging status indicator lightflashes three times and a beep soundsthree times. The charge connector lockis unlocked for 30 seconds.

3. After 30 seconds, the charge connectorlock is locked.

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NOTE:• Depending on the charging station, the

lock mechanism established by localstandards may not be compatible withyour vehicle. It may not be possible forthe charge connector to lock to yourvehicle.

• When the power source is cut off whilecharging in AUTO mode, the connectorwill be continuously locked for 5 min-utes, then it will be released.

• When timer charging is set with AUTOmode, the connector will not lock untilcharging is started.

• When the following system(s) are oper-ated individually or the 12-volt batteryis being charged, the charging connec-tor lock will not lock:– Climate Ctrl. Timer– Remote climate control (if so

equipped)– Li-ion battery warmer (if so

equipped)

If the charge connector cannot beunlocked1. Place power switch in the OFF position.

2. Open the hood.

3. Insert a flat head screwdriver or suitabletool into the screw that is located on thefront of the hood lock.

4. Turn it clockwise to release the chargeconnector lock.

5. Remove the charge connector.

CHARGING TIMERUse charging timer to schedule when theLi-ion battery charges. The vehicle auto-matically begins charging at the scheduledtimes when the charge connector is con-nected to the vehicle. The timers do notneed to be reset each time the Li-ion bat-tery needs charging.The charging timer can save two timer set-tings that include the charging start timeand end time. The charging timer can beapplied to the timer settings for each dayof the week (models with Navigation Sys-tem).The vehicle automatically begins chargingat the scheduled times when the chargeconnector is connected to the vehicle. Thetimers do not need to be reset each timethe Li-ion battery needs to be charged.

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1. Press the button to select “EVsettings” and then press the OK button.

2. Press the button to select“Charge Timer1” or “Charge Timer2” andthen press the OK button.

3. Press the button to select“Timer” and then press the OK button.The indicator light will turn on when thetimer setting is turned on.

4. Press the button until to select“Start time” and then press the OKbutton.

5. Press the button to set “Hour”and then press the OK button.

6. Press the button to set “Min-ute” and then press the OK button.

7. Press the button to select “Endtime” and then press the OK button.


9. Press the button to set “Min-ute” and then press the OK button.

10. Models with Navigation System: Pressthe button to select the daysof the week you wish to activate thecharging timer and then press the OKbutton. Press the Back button to returnto the previous display.

11. After the setting is complete, place thepower switch in the OFF position, andthen connect the charge connector tothe vehicle.

NOTE:• Always place the power switch in the

OFF position after setting the chargingtimers. When the power switch in theON position, the Li-ion battery will notstart charging.

• Charging stations that are used to per-form normal charging may beequipped with timer functions. If thecharging timer function and the ve-hicle timer are both set, and the twotimers are not set to operate at thesame time, it is possible that the char-ger will not start or the battery will notbe charged to the level expected.

• The Li-ion battery may not charge tothe expected level using the chargingtimer while the Li-ion battery warmer(if so equipped) operates.

• Charging timer is performed accordingto the current time setting of the clockon the vehicle information display.When setting the charging timer func-tion, be sure to check that the currenttime displayed is correct.

• To turn off the charging timer function,select "Timer" on the charge timer dis-play (vehicle information display) us-ing the button and press theOK button to turn off the indicatorlight. The start and end time settingsare not deleted, even if the chargingtimer function is turned off.

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• If the day of the week is not selected onthe timer charge setting screen, thecharging timer will not operate on thatday. The system will wait until the nextset charging time to perform charging(models with Navigation System).

Timer Charge setting screenChg. Timer Only at HOME (modelswith Navigation System)If you register your home in the navigationsystem and turn on “Chg. Timer Only atHOME,” the timer charging is applied onlywhen the normal or trickle charge is per-formed at home. For additional informa-tion, refer to the NissanConnect® Manual(for Leaf) for the registration. When thecharging is performed at a place otherthan home, the charging automaticallystarts when a normal or trickle charge con-nector is connected to the vehicle.

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Full charge has priorityIf “Full charge has priority” is turned on, thecharge start timer will be advanced if thefully charged condition of the Li-ion batterycannot be achieved during the start timeto end time interval. If the fully chargedbattery condition cannot be achieved, thecharge continues until the battery is fullycharged.

NOTE:

If “Full charge has priority” is turned on, itis possible that the battery is notcharged fully by the charge end time dueto the operating condition of ClimateCtrl. Timer and the tolerance of chargingtime, etc. In that case, the charging con-tinues until the Li-ion battery is fullycharged.

TIMER DISPLAYThe timer display appears for approxi-mately 30 seconds when the power switchis placed in the OFF position.

O1 Charging timeThe estimated time of charging the Li-ionbattery (start time and end time) is dis-played.• When the charging timer is set, the charg-

ing system calculates the estimated timeto charge the Li-ion battery based on theelectrical power supplied in the lastcharging using the timer, and the starttime and end time are displayed.

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• The estimated time may be recalculateddepending on the actual electrical powerafter the charge cable is connected. Al-though the estimated time may be differ-ent from the time that was displayedwhen the power switch was placed in theOFF position, this is not a malfunction.

• When the charging timer is set to OFF, theestimated end time to charge the Li-ionbattery to a full level in the case of per-forming the immediate charge. The endtime is calculated based on the electricalpower selected in the “Charge TimeScreen”.

• When the Li-ion battery was fully charged,the charging time will be displayed as “--:--”.

O2 Charging timer setting statusWhen the charging timer is set, the starttime and end time of the charging usingthe timer are displayed

O3 Climate Ctrl. timer setting statusWhen the Climate Ctrl. timer is set, the de-parture time (end time) set for the ClimateCtrl. Timer is displayed.

O4 Charge connector lock setting status

The current mode of the charge connectorlock (AUTO, LOCK or UNLOCK) is displayed.For the charge connector lock operation,see “Charge connector lock system” in the“Charging” section of this manual.When the OK button on the steering wheelis pressed, the display will be switched tothe “EV Settings” menu. In the EV Settings,the setting of the charging timer, ClimateCtrl. timer and charge connector lockmode can be changed. Refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual for thesettings menu of the vehicle informationdisplay.When the button on the steeringwheel is pressed while the timer display isshown, the display is switched to the ECODrive Report (if the vehicle was driven).Either display will continue to be displayedfor another 30 seconds when the button isoperated. If the doors are locked after thepower switch was placed in the OFF posi-tion, the display will turn off before the pre-set time.For models with Navigation System, theday of the week is displayed with the time(hour and minute) in each information O1 –O3 .

In addition to the above, note the followingconditions for the charging time O1 infor-mation:• The charging time is displayed by the 10

minutes. If the estimated charging time islonger than 24 hours, “Over 24h” is dis-played.

• When the charging is set to start imme-diately after connecting the charge con-nector to the vehicle, the start time isdisplayed as “Charge Now”.

• While being charged, the time when thecharging has actually started is displayedas the start time. The end time is dis-played according to the estimatedcharging time that was calculated basedon the electrical power being supplied.

• For models with Li-ion battery warmer,the charging system calculates the elec-trical power used by the battery warmerwhen the Li-ion battery temperature islow, and longer charging time will be dis-played.

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• When “Chg. Timer Only at HOME” is set toON (models with Navigation System) inthe EV Settings, the start time is displayedonly when the power switch is placed inthe OFF position at home. If the powerswitch is placed in the OFF position otherthan at home, the immediate chargemode is selected and “Charge Now” willappear as the start time.

• When “Full charge has priority” is set to ONin the EV Settings and the Li-ion batterycannot be charged to a full level withinthe hours between the scheduled starttime and end time of the charging timer,the charging time shows the time thatexceeds the scheduled hours in thecharging timer.

• If you need to confirm the estimatedcharging time depending on the avail-able electrical power (supplied to thecharger), see the Estimated Charge Timedisplay. Refer to “Meters and gauges” inthe “Instruments and controls” section ofthis manual.

NOTE:• The displayed end time of charging is

an estimation. The Li-ion battery maynot be charged to a full level by theestimated end time.

• If the charging timer and the ClimateCtrl. timer are set to operate at thesame time, longer charging time will bedisplayed or the Li-ion battery may notbe charged to a full level at the sched-uled end time.

IMMEDIATE CHARGEWhen a charging timer is not turned on,charging automatically starts when a nor-mal or trickle charge connector is con-nected to the vehicle.Use the immediate charge mode anytimeyou want to start charging when a charg-ing timer is turned on by performing thefollowing:1. Place the power switch in the OFF

position.

2. Push the immediate charge switch.

3. Connect the normal or trickle chargecable when the charging status indica-tor light changes to display immediatecharge mode. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Charging status indicatorlights” in this section.

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NOTE:• You have 15 minutes to connect a nor-

mal or trickle charge connector to thevehicle after the immediate chargeswitch is pushed. If a charge connectoris not connected to the vehicle within15 minutes, the vehicle automaticallyreturns to the previous setting.

• To cancel immediate charge modepush the immediate charge switchagain.

• If the charge cable is disconnected, theLi-ion battery automatically switchesto charging timer. To perform an im-mediate charge again, push the imme-diate charge switch and connect thecharge cable.

• If the charge cable is already con-nected, push the immediate chargeswitch to start performing an immedi-ate charge.

CHARGING RELATED REMOTEFUNCTION (models withNavigation System)This vehicle incorporates a communica-tion device that is called a TCU (TelematicsCommunication Unit). The communicationconnection between this unit and NISSANData Center allows for various remotefunction services.• Remote battery status check:

The charging status of the Li-ion batterycan be checked using the“NissanConnect® EV & Services”, or“NissanConnect® Services”, app or Own-ers Portal even if you are not in the ve-hicle.

• Remote start charge:The function of starting the Li-ion batterycharge or starting the heater and air con-ditioner is available using your personalcomputer or internet enabled smartphone.

• Plug-in reminder:A notification e-mail will be sent to yourpersonal computer or internet enabledsmart phone if the plug is not connectedat the specific time you selected, afterturning off the power switch.

NOTE:• Establishing the NissanConnect® EV &

Services, or NissanConnect® Services,is necessary before using this service.For additional information, refer to theNissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf).

• To check the Li-ion battery chargingstatus using an internet enabled smartphone or personal computer, the fol-lowing conditions must be met:– The vehicle must be located in a cel-

lular phone coverage area.– The cellular phone must be located

in an area with cellular phone cover-age.

– If using a computer, the computermust be connected to the internet.

– Some cellular phones are not com-patible and cannot be used to checkthe Li-ion battery charging status.Please confirm beforehand.

• Certain remote functions require acompatible smart phone, which is notincluded with the vehicle.

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• NissanConnect® EV & Services, orNissanConnect® Services, informationsystem features are included througha subscription service which requiresowner consent to activate. The sub-scription must be active to use thesefeatures.

• NissanConnect® EV & Services, orNissanConnect® Services, communica-tions may be received at a verifiede-mail address or by SMS/textmessaging-enabled mobile phone.

• Standard text rates and/or data usagemay apply depending on your carrier.

CHARGING STATUS INDICATORLIGHTSThe charging status indicator lights (1) to (3)display the charging status, and are visiblefrom both inside and outside the vehicle.

When the normal charge connector lockis unlockedAll of the indicator lights, (1) to (3), will flashand a beep will sound three times whenthe normal charge connector lock switchon the Intelligent Key or the charge port lidswitch is pushed.When the normal charge connector isconnected incorrectlyAll of the indicator lights, (1) to (3), will flashand a beep will sound three times within 30seconds when the charge connector isconnected incorrectly to the normalcharge port.

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Ready for charging timerIf the charging timer is set, the indicatorlights illuminate in order from (1) to (3). Theindicator lights turn off after approximately5 minutes.

Ready for immediate chargeWhen the power switch is off and if theimmediate charge switch is pushed whilethe charge cable is not connected, the in-dicator light (2) illuminates.This indicator light (2) illuminates when thevehicle is ready for immediate charge. Youhave 15 minutes to connect the chargeconnector to the vehicle. If the charge con-nector is not connected within 15 minutes,the indicator light (2) turns off and youmust start the immediate charge modeagain to charge the Li-ion battery.

When chargingWhen the Li-ion battery is being charged,the charging status indicator lights willchange depending on the amount the Li-ion battery is charged.* : This value is also displayed by the batteryavailable charge gauge on the vehicle in-formation display.

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When fully chargedAll of the indicator lights (1) to (3) illuminatewhen the Li-ion battery is fully charged tothe selected charging mode level.The indicator lights turn off after approxi-mately 5 minutes or when the charge con-nector is removed.

When the indicator light (3) flashesThe indicator light (3) flashes when the 12-volt battery is being charged. For additionalinformation, refer to “Charging the 12-voltbattery” in the “EV overview” section of thismanual.The indicator light will also flash for up to 5minutes if the electrical power from theEVSE or charging device is interrupted dur-ing charging. Charging will restart auto-matically when the electrical power fromthe EVSE or charging device is restored ifthe normal charge connector is con-nected. The charge start beep will notsound when charging restarts.

The indicator will also flash when the fol-lowing systems are operating:• Climate Ctrl. Timer• Remote climate control (if so equipped)• Li-ion battery warmer (if so equipped)

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When not chargingNone of the lights are illuminated when theLi-ion battery and 12-volt battery are notcharging.

EVSE (Electric Vehicle SupplyEquipment) CONTROL BOXINDICATOR LIGHTWhen a charge is being performed, thecharging status is shown by the indicatorlight that is on the EVSE control box.An indicator light also indicates if there isan EVSE malfunction.

Meaning Light ON Blinking Light OFFSymbol ○ �○ ●

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READY POWER FAULT Status and action to be taken

○ ○ ○All LED lamps will light for a 1/2 second check when EVSE is first connected to anoutlet.

○ ● ●

After initial processing is completed, when the EVSE is not connected to the ve-hicle, or the EVSE is connected to the vehicle but charging is not being performed.For additional information, refer to “Charging troubleshooting guide” in this sec-tion.

○ ○ ● While the Li-ion battery is being charged

● ● ●

If the EVSE control box indicator light does not illuminate after connecting theplug to the outlet, check the GFCI and circuit breaker for the outlet. If either theGFCI or breaker has tripped, the circuit may not be suitable for use with EVSE. Youshould have a qualified electrician inspect and repair the electrical circuit. If theGFCI breaker is not tripped, stop using the EVSE. It is recommended that you visita NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

�○ ● ●The EVSE could not detect sufficient grounding at outlet for reliable EV charging.Consult a qualified electrician to have the outlet checked.

�○ �○ �○

When the temperature of the electrical plug is too hot or the EVSE is unable to de-tect the temperature of the electrical plug.The EVSE is restricting the charging current for safety according to the tempera-ture of the electrical plug.POWER Lamp status:○ = No charging current restricted.�○ = Charge current restricted● = Charge stoppedThis problem may be caused by a failure in the outlet.Stop using the outlet and consult a qualified electrician.If the same indication continues after checking an outlet, it is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

�○ ● �○

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READY POWER FAULT Status and action to be taken

�○ �○ ○The temperature detection circuit in the plug of the EVSE is malfunctioning.Power Lamp status:�○ = Charge current reduced● = Charge stoppedSince the EVSE is restricting the charging current, it is recommended that you visita NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

�○ ● ○

○ ● ○This trouble is caused by a malfunction of the EVSE internal circuits.Stop using the EVSE immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-fied LEAF dealer.

○ �○ ○

For L1 & L2 EVSE:This trouble may be caused by a miswired outlet. Check if the outlet, which theEVSE is connected to, is correctly wired and installed according to the regulations/standards. If the same indication continues after checking the outlet wiring, theEVSE may have a malfunction. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer.For L1 EVSE:The EVSE may have a malfunction. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer.

○ ● �○The EVSE detected leakage current or PWM signal errorStop using the EVSE immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-fied LEAF dealer.

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Symptom Possible cause Possible solution

All types of charging can-not be performed.

The vehicle power switch is in the ON posi-tion. Before charging, place the vehicle power switch in the OFF position.

Both the normal charge connector and thequick charge connector (if so equipped) areconnected at the same time.

The normal charge connector and the quick charge connector cannot be connected atthe same time.

The Li-ion battery is already fully charged.

Confirm the available Li-ion battery capacity remaining by checking the Li-ion batteryavailable charge gauge. If the Li-ion battery charge gauge reaches 100%, the Li-ion bat-tery is already fully charged and cannot be charged. Charging automatically turns off ifthe Li-ion battery is fully charged.

The temperature of the Li-ion battery is toohot or cold to charge.

Confirm the Li-ion battery temperature by checking the Li-ion battery temperaturegauge. If the gauge indicates the Li-ion battery is too hot (red zone) or too cold (bluezone), charging is not possible. Allow the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charg-ing. For additional information, refer to “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

The 12-volt battery is discharged. If the vehicle electrical systems cannot be turned on even when the power switch isturned on, the 12V battery may be discharged. Charge or replace the 12V battery.

The vehicle has a malfunction.The vehicle may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning light on the meter is illumi-nated. If a warning is displayed, stop charging. It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer.

CHARGING TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE

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Normal charge or tricklecharge cannot be per-

formed.

There is no electrical power coming fromthe outlet.

Confirm that there has not been a power failure. Make sure the breaker is on. If an outletwith a timer device installed is used, power will only be available at the time set by thetimer.

The EVSE or charging device may have amalfunction.

If Genuine NISSAN EVSE is used, refer to the “Charging Troubleshooting” section in themanual for the device.

The charge connector is not connectedcorrectly. Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.

Plug might not be connected correctly. Confirm if the plug is connected correctly.There is no electric power coming from thenormal charging station. Confirm operation procedure of charging station.

The outlet (that the EVSE is connected to)is not connected to the power source cor-rectly.

Confirm the condition according to the illumination pattern of the indicator light on theEVSE. For additional information, refer to "EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) con-trol box indicator light" earlier in this section.

Immediate charge can-not be performed. Charging timer has been set. Turn off the charging timer. For additional information, refer to “Charging timer” in this

section.

Charging timer cannot beperformed.

The charge cable is not connected. Connect the charge cable.

The time on the clock is wrong.

The charging timer function does not start charging based on the clock located on thevehicle information display. Adjust the clock. For additional information, refer to “Clock” inthe “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. If the 12-volt battery is dischargedor if the Li-ion battery is disconnected, the time setting must be updated.

The immediate charge switch has beenpushed. Charging timer does not operate when immediate charge is selected.

Charging timer has not been set. Set the charging timer schedule. For additional information, refer to “Charging timer” inthis section.

Charging does not start because thecharging timer start time and end time areset and the current time is before the setstart time.

Confirm when the charging timer time is set to start charging. Change the chargingtimer setting to the desired charge time or push the immediate charge switch. For addi-tional information, refer to “Charging timer” in this section.

The charge cable is not connected. Connect the charge cable beforehand.

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Normal charge stops inthe middle of charging.

There is no power coming from the outlet. There may have been an electrical power failure, or the breaker may have failed. Charg-ing will resume when the power source is reset.

The charge cable has been disconnected. Check that the charge cable has not been disconnected.Both the normal charge connector and thequick charge connector were connected atthe same time.

If the normal charge connector and the quick charge connector are connected at thesame time, charging will be stopped.

Charging timer end time has beenreached.

When the charging timer is set and the charge end time is reached, charging will bestopped, even if the Li-ion battery is not fully charged.

The temperature of the Li-ion battery is toohot or too cold to charge.

Confirm the Li-ion battery temperature by checking the Li-ion battery temperaturegauge. If the gauge indicates the Li-ion battery is too hot (red zone) or too cold (bluezone), charging is not possible. Allow the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charg-ing. For additional information, refer to “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

The electric power supply from the normalcharging station was stopped. Confirm operation procedure of charging station.

Quick charge cannot beperformed.

Incorrect charge connector connection,not fully inserted or may not be locked. Check that the charge connector is connected correctly and that it is locked.

The self-diagnostic function of the quickcharge device returns a negative result.

There is a possibility that the vehicle has a malfunction. Stop charging. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

The power switch of the quick charger isoff. Check the power switch of the quick charger.

Quick charge stops in themiddle of charging.

Charging is stopped by the quick chargetimer.

Charging will stop depending on the timer function setting of the quick charge device. Ifyou need to charge the Li-ion battery more, start the charging procedure again.

The power supply for the quick charger isoff. Check whether the power supply for the quick charger is off.

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1 Safety–Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint system

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Front manual seat adjustment(for passenger’s seat and if soequipped for driver’s seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3Front power seat adjustment(if so equipped for driver’s seat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Head restraints/headrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7Adjustable head restraint/headrestcomponents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8Non-adjustable head restraint/headrest components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8Remove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8Install . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10Precautions on seat belt usage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13Injured persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13Three-point type seat belt withretractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13Seat belt extenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17

Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18

Infants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19Small children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19Larger children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19

Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21Precautions on child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23Rear-facing child restraint installationusing LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26Rear-facing child restraint installationusing the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28Forward-facing child restraintinstallation using LATCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30Forward-facing child restraintinstallation using the seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-34Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-39

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) . . . . . . . . . . 1-43Precautions on SRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-43Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . . . . . . 1-62Supplemental air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . 1-62

WARNING

• Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an accident,you could be thrown into it and re-ceive neck or other serious injuries.You could also slide under the lap beltand receive serious internal injuries.

• For the most effective protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, theseat should be upright. Always sitwell back and upright in the seat withboth feet on the floor and adjust theseat properly. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Precautions on seatbelt usage” in this section.

• After adjustment, gently rock in theseat to make sure it is securelylocked.

• Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches or controls ormake the vehicle move. Unattendedchildren could become involved inserious accidents.

• To help avoid risk of injury or deaththrough unintended operation of thevehicle and/or its systems, do notleave children, people who requirethe assistance of others or pets unat-tended in your vehicle. Additionally,the temperature inside a closed ve-hicle on a warm day can quickly be-come high enough to cause a signifi-cant risk of injury or death to peopleand pets.

• Do not adjust the driver’s seat whiledriving so full attention may be givento vehicle operation. The seat maymove suddenly and could cause lossof control of the vehicle.

• The seatback should not be reclinedany more than needed for comfort.Seat belts are most effective whenthe passenger sits well back andstraight up in the seat. If the seatbackis reclined, the risk of sliding underthe lap belt and being injured isincreased.

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SEATS

1-2 Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

CAUTION

When adjusting the seat positions, besure not to contact any moving parts toavoid possible injuries and/or damage.

FRONT MANUAL SEATADJUSTMENT (for passenger’sseat and if so equipped fordriver’s seat)Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manu-ally. For additional information about ad-justing the seats, refer to the steps outlinedin this section.

Forward and backwardPull the bar up and hold it while sliding theseat forward or backward to the preferredposition. Release the bar to lock the seat inposition.

RecliningTo recline the seatback, pull the lever upand lean back. To bring the seatback for-ward, pull the lever up and lean your bodyforward. Release the lever to lock the seat-back in position.The reclining feature allows adjustment ofthe seatback for occupants of differentsizes for added comfort and to help obtainproper seat belt fit. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Precautions on seat belt us-age” in this section. Also, the seatback canbe reclined to allow occupants to restwhen the vehicle is stopped and the ve-hicle is in the P (Park) position.

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Seat lifter (driver’s seat)Pull up or push down the adjusting lever toadjust the seat height to the preferredposition.

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT(if so equipped for driver’s seat)

Operating tips• The power seat motor has an auto-reset

overload protection circuit. If the motorstops during operation, wait 30 secondsthen reactivate the switch.

• Do not operate the power seat switch fora long period of time when the system isnot in the READY mode. This will dis-charge the battery.

Forward and backwardMoving the switch as shown will slide theseat forward or backward to the desiredposition.

RecliningMove the recline switch as shown until thedesired angle is obtained.The reclining feature allows adjustment ofthe seatback for occupants of differentsizes for added comfort and to help obtainproper seat belt fit. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Precautions on seat belt us-age” in this section. Also, the seatback can

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be reclined to allow occupants to restwhen the vehicle is stopped and the shiftlever is in P (Park).

Seat lifterMove the switch as shown to adjust theangle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar supportThe lumbar support feature provides ad-justable lower back support to the driver.Move the switch as shown to adjust theseat lumbar area.

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REAR SEATSFoldingBefore folding the rear seats• Secure the seat belts on the seat belt

hooks located on the side wall. For addi-tional information, refer to “Seat belthook” in this section.

To fold down the seatback, pull the releaseknob.To return the seatback to the seating posi-tion, lift up each seatback and push it to theupright position until it is latched.

WARNING

• Do not fold down the rear seats whenoccupants are in the rear seat area orany objects are on the rear seats.

• Never allow anyone to ride in thecargo area or on the rear seats whenthey are in the folded-down position.Use of these areas by passengerswithout proper restraints could re-sult in serious injury or death in anaccident or sudden stop.

• Properly secure all cargo with ropesor straps to help prevent it from slid-ing or shifting. Do not place cargohigher than the seatbacks. In a sud-den stop or collision, unsecuredcargo could cause personal injury.

• When returning the seatbacks to theupright position, be certain they arecompletely secured in the latchedposition. If they are not completelysecured, passengers may be injuredin an accident or sudden stop.

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WARNING

Head restraints/headrests supplementthe other vehicle safety systems. Theymay provide additional protectionagainst injury in certain rear end colli-sions. Adjustable head restraints/headrests must be adjusted properly,as specified in this section. Check theadjustment after someone else usesthe seat. Do not attach anything to thehead restraint/headrest stalks or re-move the head restraints/headrests.Do not use the seat if the headrestraint/headrest has been removed.If the head restraint/headrest was re-moved, reinstall and properly adjustthe head restraint/headrest before anoccupant uses the seating position.Failure to follow these instructions canreduce the effectiveness of the headrestraint/headrest. This may increasethe risk of serious injury or death in acollision.

The illustration shows the seating posi-tions equipped with head restraints/headrests.� Indicates the seating position isequipped with a head restraint.� Indicates the seating position isequipped with a headrest.+ Indicates the seating position is notequipped with a head restraint or headrest(if applicable).• Your vehicle is equipped with a head

restraint/headrest that may be inte-grated, adjustable or non-adjustable.

• Adjustable head restraints/headrestshave multiple notches along the stalks tolock them in a desired adjustment posi-tion.

• The non-adjustable head restraints/headrests have a single locking notch tosecure them to the seat frame.

• Proper Adjustment:–– For the adjustable type, align the head

restraint/headrest so the center ofyour ear is approximately level with thecenter of the head restraint/headrest.

–– If your ear position is still higher thanthe recommended alignment, placethe head restraint/headrest at thehighest position.

• If the head restraint/headrest has beenremoved, ensure that it is reinstalled andlocked in place before riding in that des-ignated seating position.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS


ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/HEADREST COMPONENTS1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Multiple notches

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

NON-ADJUSTABLE HEADRESTRAINT/HEADRESTCOMPONENTS1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Single notch

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

REMOVEUse the following procedure to remove thehead restraint/headrest.1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to

the highest position.2. Push and hold the lock knob.3. Remove the head restraint/headrest

from the seat.4. Store the head restraint/headrest prop-

erly in a secure place so it is not loose inthe vehicle.

5. Reinstall and properly adjust the headrestraint/headrest before an occupantuses the seating position.

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INSTALL1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks

with the holes in the seat. Make sure thehead restraint/headrest is facing thecorrect direction. The stalk with thenotch (notches) O1 must be installed inthe hole with the lock knob O2 .

2. Push and hold the lock knob and pushthe head restraint/headrest down.

3. Properly adjust the head restraint/headrest before an occupant uses theseating position.

ADJUSTFor adjustable head restraint/headrestAdjust the head restraint/headrest so thecenter is level with the center of your ears. Ifyour ear position is still higher than therecommended alignment, place the headrestraint/headrest at the highest position.For non-adjustable head restraint/headrest

Make sure the head restraint/headrest ispositioned so the lock knob is engaged inthe notch before riding in that designatedseating position.

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RaiseTo raise the head restraint/headrest, pull itup.Make sure the head restraint/headrest ispositioned so the lock knob is engaged inthe notch before riding in that designatedseating position.

LowerTo lower, push and hold the lock knob andpush the head restraint/headrest downMake sure the head restraint/headrest ispositioned so the lock knob is engaged inthe notch before riding in that designatedseating position.

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELTUSAGEIf you are wearing your seat belt properlyadjusted, and you are sitting upright andwell back in your seat with both feet on thefloor, your chances of being injured or killedin an accident and/or the severity of injurymay be greatly reduced. NISSAN stronglyencourages you and all of your passengersto buckle up every time you drive, even ifyour seating position includes a supple-mental air bag.Most U.S. states and Canadian provincesor territories specify that seat belts beworn at all times when a vehicle is beingdriven.

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WARNING

• Every person who drives or rides inthis vehicle should use a seat belt atall times. Children should be in therear seats and in an appropriaterestraint.

• The seat belt should be properly ad-justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so mayreduce the effectiveness of the entirerestraint system and increase thechance or severity of injury in an acci-dent. Serious injury or death can occurif the seat belt is not worn properly.

• Always route the shoulder belt overyour shoulder and across your chest.Never put the belt behind your back, un-der your arm or across your neck. Thebelt should be away from your face andneck, but not falling off your shoulder.

• Position the lap belt as low and snugas possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOTTHE WAIST. A lap belt worn too highcould increase the risk of internal in-juries in an accident.

• Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-curely fastened to the proper buckle.

• Do not wear the seat belt inside outor twisted. Doing so may reduce itseffectiveness.

• Do not allow more than one personto use the same seat belt.

• Never carry more people in the ve-hicle than there are seat belts.

• If the seat belt warning light glowscontinuously while the power switchis turned ON with all doors closed andall seat belts fastened, it may indi-cate a malfunction in the system.Have the system checked. It is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

• No changes should be made to theseat belt system. For example, do notmodify the seat belt, add material, orinstall devices that may change theseat belt routing or tension. Doing somay affect the operation of the seatbelt system. Modifying or tamperingwith the seat belt system may resultin serious personal injury.

• Once seat belt pretensioner(s) haveactivated, they cannot be reused andmust be replaced together with theretractor. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

• All seat belt assemblies, including re-tractors and attaching hardware,should be inspected after any colli-sion. It is recommended that you visita NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service. NISSAN recommendsthat all seat belt assemblies in useduring a collision be replaced unlessthe collision was minor and the beltsshow no damage and continue to op-erate properly. Seat belt assembliesnot in use during a collision shouldalso be inspected and replaced if ei-ther damage or improper operationis noted.

• All child restraints and attachinghardware should be inspected afterany collision. Always follow the re-straint manufacturer’s inspection in-structions and replacement recom-mendations. The child restraintsshould be replaced if they aredamaged.


SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHTBoth the driver’s and passenger’s frontseats are equipped with a seat belt warn-ing light. The warning light, located on theinstrument panel, will show the status ofthe driver and passenger seat belt.

NOTE:

The front passenger seat belt warninglight will not light up if the seat is notoccupied.

For additional information, refer to “Warn-ing lights, indicator lights and audible re-minders” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnantwomen use seat belts. The seat belt shouldbe worn snug, and always position the lapbelt as low as possible around the hips, notthe waist. Place the shoulder belt over yourshoulder and across your chest. Never putthe lap/shoulder belt over your abdominalarea. Contact your doctor for specific rec-ommendations.

INJURED PERSONSNISSAN recommends that injured personsuse seat belts, depending on the injury.Check with your doctor for specific recom-mendations.

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELTWITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

• Every person who drives or rides inthis vehicle should use a seat belt atall times.

• Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an accident,you could be thrown into it and re-ceive neck or other serious injuries.You could also slide under the lap beltand receive serious internal injuries.

• For the most effective protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion, theseat should be upright. Always sitwell back and upright in the seat withboth feet on the floor and adjust theseat belt properly.

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• Do not allow children to play with theseat belts. Most seating positions areequipped with Automatic LockingRetractor (ALR) mode seat belts. Ifthe seat belt becomes wrappedaround a child’s neck with the ALRmode activated, the child can be se-riously injured or killed if the seat beltretracts and becomes tight. This canoccur even if the vehicle is parked.Unbuckle the seat belt to release thechild. If the seat belt cannot be un-buckled or is already unbuckled, re-lease the child by cutting the seatbelt with a suitable tool (such as aknife or scissors) to release the seatbelt.

Fastening the seat belts1. Adjust the seat. For additional informa-

tion, refer to “Seats” in this section.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac-tor and insert the tongue into the buckleuntil you hear and feel the latch engage.• The retractor is designed to lock

during a sudden stop or on impact. Aslow pulling motion permits the beltto move and allows you some free-dom of movement in the seat.

• If the seat belt cannot be pulledfrom its fully retracted position,firmly pull the belt and release it.Then smoothly pull the belt out ofthe retractor.

3. Position the lap belt portion low andsnug on the hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward theretractor to take up extra slack. Be surethe shoulder belt is routed over yourshoulder and across your chest.

The front passenger seat and the rearseating positions three-point seat beltshave two modes of operation:• Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)• Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

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The ELR mode allows the seat belt to ex-tend and retract to allow the driver andpassengers some freedom of movementin the seat. The ELR locks the seat beltwhen the vehicle slows down rapidly orduring certain impacts.The ALR mode (child restraint mode) locksthe seat belt for child restraint installation.When ALR mode is activated the seat beltcannot be extended again until the seatbelt tongue is detached from the buckleand fully retracted. The seat belt returns tothe ELR mode after the seat belt fully re-tracts. For additional information, refer to“Child restraints” in this section.The ALR mode should be used only forchild restraint installation. During nor-mal seat belt use by an occupant, the ALRmode should not be activated. If it is ac-tivated, it may cause uncomfortable seatbelt tension. It can also change the op-eration of the front passenger air bag.For additional information, refer to“Front passenger air bag and statuslight” in this section.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be cer-tain that seatbacks are completely se-cured in the latched position. If they arenot completely secured, passengersmay be injured in an accident or sud-den stop.

Unfastening the seat beltsTo unfasten the seat belt, push the buttonon the buckle. The seat belt automaticallyretracts.

Checking seat belt operationSeat belt retractors are designed to lockseat belt movement by two separatemethods:• When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor• When the vehicle slows down rapidly

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To increase your confidence in the seatbelts, check the operation as follows:• Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward

quickly. The retractor should lock and re-strict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during thischeck, get the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service, or to learnmore about seat belt operation.

Center of rear seatSelecting correct set of seat belts:The rear center seat belt buckle is identifiedby the CENTER mark OA . The rear centerseat belt tongue can be fastened only intothe rear center seat belt buckle.

Shoulder belt height adjustment(front seats)The shoulder belt anchor height should beadjusted to the position that is best for you.For additional information, refer to “Precau-tions on seat belt usage” in this section.To adjust, pull the adjustment button O1 ,and then move the shoulder belt anchor tothe preferred position O2 so that the beltpasses over the center of the shoulder. Thebelt should be away from your face andneck, but not falling off of your shoulder.Release the adjustment button to lock theshoulder belt anchor into position.

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WARNING

• After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and then try to movethe shoulder belt anchor up anddown to make sure that it is securelyfixed in position.

• The shoulder belt anchor heightshould be adjusted to the positionthat is best for you. Failure to do somay reduce the effectiveness of theentire restraint system and increasethe chance or severity of injury in anaccident.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERSIf, because of body size or driving position, itis not possible to properly fit the lap/shoulder belt and fasten it, an extenderthat is compatible with the installed seatbelts is available for purchase. The ex-tender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm)of length and may be used for either thedriver or front passenger seating position.It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for assistance withpurchasing an extender if an extender isrequired.

WARNING

• Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,made by the same company whichmade the original equipment seatbelts, should be used with NISSANseat belts.

• Adults and children who can use thestandard seat belt should not use anextender. Such unnecessary usecould result in serious personal injuryin the event of an accident.

• Never use seat belt extenders to in-stall child restraints. If the child re-straint is not secured properly, thechild could be seriously injured orkilled in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE• To clean the seat belt webbing, apply a

mild soap solution or any solution rec-ommended for cleaning upholstery orcarpets. Then wipe with a cloth and allowthe seat belts to dry in the shade. Do notallow the seat belts to retract until theyare completely dry.

• If dirt builds up in the shoulder beltguide of the seat belt anchors, the seatbelts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoul-der belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

• Periodically check to see that the seatbelt and the metal components, suchas buckles, tongues, retractors, flexiblewires and anchors, work properly. If looseparts, deterioration, cuts or other dam-age on the webbing is found, the entireseat belt assembly should be replaced.


WARNING

Do not allow children to play with theseat belts. Most seating positions areequipped with Automatic Locking Re-tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seatbelt becomes wrapped around a child’sneck with the ALR mode activated, thechild can be seriously injured or killed ifthe seat belt retracts and becomestight. This can occur even if the vehicleis parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to re-lease the child. If the seat belt cannotbe unbuckled or is already unbuckled,release the child by cutting the seatbelt with a suitable tool (such as a knifeor scissors) to release the seat belt.

Children need adults to help protectthem. They need to be properly re-strained.In addition to the general information inthis manual, child safety information isavailable from many other sources, includ-ing doctors, teachers, government trafficsafety offices, and community organiza-tions. Every child is different, so be sure tolearn the best way to transport your child.

There are three basic types of child re-straint systems:• Rear-facing child restraint• Forward-facing child restraint• Booster seatThe proper restraint depends on the child’ssize. Generally, infants up to about 1 yearand less than 20 lbs. (9 kg) should be placedin rear-facing child restraints. Forward-facing child restraints are available for chil-dren who outgrow rear-facing child re-straints and are at least 1 year old. Boosterseats are used to help position a vehiclelap/shoulder belt on a child who can nolonger use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special pro-tection. The vehicle’s seat belts maynot fit them properly. The shoulder beltmay come too close to the face or neck.The lap belt may not fit over their smallhip bones. In an accident, an improp-erly fitting seat belt could cause seriousor fatal injury. Always use appropriatechild restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces orterritories require the use of approved childrestraints for infants and small children. Foradditional information, refer to “Child re-straints” in this section.A child restraint may be secured in the ve-hicle by using either the LATCH (Lower An-chor and Tethers for CHildren) system orwith the vehicle seat belt. For additionalinformation, refer to “Child restraints” in thissection.NISSAN recommends that all pre-teensand children be restrained in the rearseat. According to accident statistics,children are safer when properly re-strained in the rear seat than in the frontseat.This is especially important becauseyour vehicle has a supplemental re-straint system (air bag system) for thefront passenger. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS)” in this section.

CHILD SAFETY


INFANTSInfants up to at least 1 year old should beplaced in a rear-facing child restraint. NISSANrecommends that infants be placed in childrestraints that comply with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standards or Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standards. You should choosea child restraint that fits your vehicle andalways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for installation and use.

SMALL CHILDRENChildren that are over 1 year old and weighat least 20 lbs. (9 kg) should remain in arear-facing child restraint as long as pos-sible up to the height or weight limit of thechild restraint. Children who outgrow theheight or weight limit of the rear-facingchild restraint and are at least 1 year oldshould be secured in a forward-facing childrestraint with a harness. Refer to the manu-facturer’s instructions for minimum andmaximum weight and height recommen-dations. NISSAN recommends that smallchildren be placed in child restraints thatcomply with Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards or Canadian Motor VehicleSafety Standards. You should choose achild restraint that fits your vehicle and al-ways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for installation and use.

LARGER CHILDRENChildren should remain in a forward-facingchild restraint with a harness until theyreach the maximum height or weight limitallowed by the child restraint manufac-turer.

Once a child outgrows the height or weightlimit of the harness-equipped forward-facing child restraint, NISSAN recommendsthat the child be placed in a commerciallyavailable booster seat to obtain properseat belt fit. For a seat belt to fit properly, thebooster seat should raise the child so thatthe shoulder belt is properly positionedacross the chest and the top, middle por-tion of the shoulder. The shoulder beltshould not cross the neck or face andshould not fall off the shoulder. The lap beltshould lie snugly across the lower hips orupper thighs, not the abdomen. A boosterseat can only be used in seating positionsthat have a three-point type seat belt. Thebooster seat should fit the vehicle seat andhave a label certifying that it complies withFederal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards orCanadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.


A booster seat should be used until thechild can pass the seat belt fit test below:• Are the child’s back and hips against the

vehicle seatback?• Is the child able to sit without slouching?• Do the child’s knees bend easily over the

front edge of the seat with feet flat on thefloor?

• Can the child safely wear the seat belt (lapbelt low and snug across the hips andshoulder belt across mid-chest andshoulder)?

• Is the child able to use the properly ad-justed head restraint/headrest?

• Will the child be able to stay in position forthe entire ride?

If you answered no to any of these ques-tions, the child should remain in a boosterseat using a three-point type seat belt.

NOTE:

Laws in some communities may followdifferent guidelines. Check local andstate regulations to confirm your child isusing the correct restraint system beforetraveling.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on anyseat and do not allow a child in thecargo areas. The child could be seri-ously injured or killed in an accident orsudden stop.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILDRESTRAINTS

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use and installa-tion of child restraints could result inserious injury or death of a child orother passengers in a sudden stop orcollision:• The child restraint must be used and

installed properly. Always follow allof the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions for installation and use.

• Infants and children should never beheld on anyone’s lap. Even the stron-gest adult cannot resist the forces ofa collision.

• Do not put a seat belt around both achild and another passenger.

• NISSAN recommends that all child re-straints be installed in the rear seat.Studies show that children are saferwhen properly restrained in the rearseat than in the front seat. If youmust install a forward-facing childrestraint in the front seat, refer to“Forward-facing child restraint in-stallation using the seat belts” in thissection.

• Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat.An inflating air bag could seriouslyinjure or kill a child. A rear-facingchild restraint must only be used inthe rear seat.

• Be sure to purchase a child restraintthat will fit the child and vehicle.Some child restraints may not fitproperly in your vehicle.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS


• Child restraint anchorages are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances arethey to be used to attach adult seatbelts, or other items or equipment tothe vehicle. Doing so could damagethe child restraint anchorages. Thechild restraint will not be properly in-stalled using the damaged anchor-age, and a child could be seriouslyinjured or killed in a collision.

• Never use the anchor points for adultseat belts or other items.

• A child restraint with a top tetherstrap should not be used in the frontpassenger seat.

• Keep seatbacks as upright as pos-sible after fitting the child restraint.

• Infants and children should alwaysbe placed in an appropriate child re-straint while in the vehicle.

• When the child restraint is not in use,keep it secured with the LATCH sys-tem or a seat belt. In a sudden stop orcollision, loose objects can injure oc-cupants or damage the vehicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle canbecome very hot. Check the seatingsurface and buckles before placing achild in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universalchild restraint anchor system, referred toas the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethersfor CHildren) system. Some child restraintsinclude rigid or webbing-mounted attach-ments that can be connected to these an-chors.For additional information, refer to “LATCH(Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)system” in this section.If you do not have a LATCH compatiblechild restraint, the vehicle seat belts can beused.Several manufacturers offer child re-straints for infants and small children ofvarious sizes. When selecting any child re-straint, keep the following points in mind:• Choose only a restraint with a label certi-

fying that it complies with Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard 213 or CanadianMotor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

• Check the child restraint in your vehicle tobe sure it is compatible with the vehicle’sseat and seat belt system.

• If the child restraint is compatible withyour vehicle, place your child in the childrestraint and check the various adjust-ments to be sure the child restraint iscompatible with your child. Choose achild restraint that is designed for yourchild’s height and weight. Always follow allrecommended procedures.

• If the combined weight of the child andchild restraint is less than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg),you may use either the LATCH anchors orthe seat belt to install the child restraint(not both at the same time).

• If the combined weight of the child andchild restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5kg), use the vehicle's seat belt (not thelower anchors) to install the child restraint.

• Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-facturer's instructions for installation.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces orterritories require that infants and smallchildren be restrained in an approvedchild restraint at all times while the ve-hicle is being operated. Canadian law re-quires the top tether strap on forward-facing child restraints be secured to thedesignated anchor point on the vehicle.


LATCH (Lower Anchors andTethers for CHildren) SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with special an-chor points that are used with LATCH sys-tem compatible child restraints. This sys-tem may also be referred to as the ISOFIXor ISOFIX compatible system. With this sys-tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seatbelt to secure the child restraint unless thecombined weight of the child and child re-straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com-bined weight of the child and child restraintis greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the ve-hicle's seat belt (not the lower anchors) toinstall the child restraint. Be sure to follow

the child restraint manufacturer's instruc-tions for installation.The LATCH lower anchor points are pro-vided to install child restraints in the rearoutboard seating positions only. Do not at-tempt to install a child restraint in the cen-ter position using the LATCH lower an-chors.

LATCH lower anchorWARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use and installa-tion of child restraints could result inserious injury or death of a child orother passengers in a sudden stop orcollision:• Attach LATCH system compatible

child restraints only at the locationsshown in the illustration.

• Do not secure a child restraint in thecenter rear seating position usingthe LATCH lower anchors. The childrestraint will not be secured properly.

• Inspect the lower anchors by insert-ing your fingers into the lower an-chor area. Feel to make sure there areno obstructions over the anchorssuch as seat belt webbing or seatcushion material. The child restraintwill not be secured properly if thelower anchors are obstructed.

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LATCH lower anchor locationThe LATCH lower anchors are located atthe rear of the seat cushion near the seat-back. A label is attached to the seatback tohelp you locate the LATCH lower anchors.

Installing child restraint LATCHlower anchor attachmentsLATCH compatible child restraints includetwo rigid or webbing-mounted attach-ments that can be connected to two an-chors located at certain seating positionsin your vehicle. With this system, you do nothave to use a vehicle seat belt to secure thechild restraint. Check your child restraint fora label stating that it is compatible with theLATCH system. This information may alsobe in the instructions provided by the childrestraint manufacturer.

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When installing a child restraint, carefullyread and follow the instructions in thismanual and those supplied with the childrestraint.

Top tether anchorWARNING

• If the tonneau cover (if so equipped)contacts the top tether strap when itis attached to the top tether anchor,remove the tonneau cover (if soequipped) from the vehicle or secureit on the cargo floor below its attach-ment location. If the tonneau cover (ifso equipped) is not removed, it maydamage the top tether strap during acollision. Your child could be seri-ously injured or killed in a collision ifthe child restraint top tether strap isdamaged.

• Do not allow cargo to contact the toptether strap when it is attached tothe top tether anchor. Properly se-cure the cargo so it does not contactthe top tether strap. Cargo that is notproperly secured or that contacts thetop tether strap may damage the toptether strap during a collision. Yourchild could be seriously injured orkilled in a collision if the child re-straint top tether strap is damaged.


SSS0644LATCH rigid-mounted attachment


Top tether anchor point locations:Anchor points are located on the back sideof the seatbacks.The child restraint top tether strap must beused when installing child restraints withthe LATCH lower anchor attachments orseat belts. For additional information, referto “Installing top tether strap” in this sec-tion.If you have any questions when install-ing a top tether strap, it is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for details.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINTINSTALLATION USING LATCHFor additional information, refer to all Warn-ings and Cautions in “Child safety” and“Child restraints” in this section before in-stalling a child restraint.Do not use the lower anchors if the com-bined weight of the child and the child re-straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com-bined weight of the child and the childrestraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), usethe vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an-chors) to install the child restraint. Be sureto follow the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions for installation.Follow these steps to install a rear-facingchild restraint using the LATCH system:1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.

2. Secure the child restraint anchor at-tachments to the LATCH lower anchors.Check to make sure that the LATCH at-tachment is properly attached to thelower anchors.

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3. For child restraints that are equippedwith webbing-mounted attachments,remove any additional slack from theanchor attachments. Press downwardand rearward firmly in the center of thechild restraint with your hand to com-press the vehicle seat cushion and seat-back while tightening the webbing ofthe anchor attachments.

4. After attaching the child restraint, test itbefore you place the child in it. Push itfrom side to side while holding the seatnear the LATCH attachment path. Thechild restraint should not move morethan 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Tryto tug it forward and check to see if theLATCH attachment holds the restraint inplace. If the restraint is not secure, tightenthe LATCH attachment as necessary, orput the restraint in another seat and testit again. You may need to try a differentchild restraint or try installing by using thevehicle seat belt (if applicable). Not all childrestraints fit in all types of vehicles.

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5. Check to make sure that the child re-straint is properly secured prior to eachuse. If the child restraint is loose, repeatsteps 2 through 4.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINTINSTALLATION USING THE SEATBELTS

WARNING

The three-point seat belt with Auto-matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must beused when installing a child restraint.Failure to use the ALR mode will resultin the child restraint not being properlysecured. The restraint could tip over orbe loose and cause injury to a child in asudden stop or collision. Also, it canchange the operation of the front pas-senger air bag. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Front passenger air bagand status light” in this section.

For additional information, refer to all Warn-ings and Cautions in the “Child safety” and“Child restraints” sections of this manualbefore installing a child restraint. Do notuse the lower anchors if the combinedweight of the child and child restraint ex-ceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the combinedweight of the child and child restraint isgreater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use the vehi-cle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors) toinstall the child restraint. Be sure to followthe child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-tions for installation.Follow these steps to install a rear-facingchild restraint using the vehicle seat belt inthe rear seats:

1. Child restraints for infants must beused in the rear-facing direction andtherefore must not be used in the frontseat. Position the child restraint on theseat. Always follow the child restraintmanufacturer’s instructions.



2. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into thebuckle until you hear and feel the latchengage. Be sure to follow the child re-straint manufacturer’s instructions forbelt routing.

3. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fullyextended. At this time, the seat belt re-tractor is in the ALR mode (child restraintmode). It reverts to the ELR mode whenthe seat belt is fully retracted.

4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up onthe shoulder belt to remove any slack inthe belt.





5. Remove any additional slack from thechild restraint. Press downward andrearward firmly in the center of the childrestraint with your hand to compressthe vehicle seat cushion and seatbackwhile pulling up on the seat belt.

6. After attaching the child restraint, test itbefore you place the child in it. Push itfrom side to side while holding the childrestraint near the seat belt path. Thechild restraint should not move morethan 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Tryto tug it forward and check to see if thebelt holds the restraint in place. If therestraint is not secure, tighten the seatbelt as necessary, or put the restraint inanother seat and test it again. You mayneed to try a different child restraint. Notall child restraints fit in all types ofvehicles.

7. Check to make sure that the child re-straint is properly secured prior to eachuse. If the seat belt is not locked, repeatsteps 1 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt fully retracted, the ALR mode(child restraint mode) is canceled.

FORWARD-FACING CHILDRESTRAINT INSTALLATION USINGLATCHFor additional information, refer to all Warn-ings and Cautions in “Child safety” and“Child restraints” sections of this manualbefore installing a child restraint.Do not use the lower anchors if the com-bined weight of the child and the child re-straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com-bined weight of the child and the childrestraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), usethe vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an-chors) to install the child restraint. Be sureto follow the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions for installation.Follow these steps to install a forward-facingchild restraint using the LATCH system:1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.




2. Secure the child restraint anchor at-tachments to the LATCH lower anchors.Check to make sure that the LATCH at-tachment is properly attached to thelower anchors.If the child restraint is equipped with atop tether strap, route the top tetherstrap and secure the tether strap to thetether anchor point. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Installing top tetherstrap” in this section.

Do not install child restraints that requirethe use of a top tether strap in seatingpositions that do not have a top tetheranchor.

3. The back of the child restraint should besecured against the vehicle seatback.If necessary, remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child re-straint fit. If the head restraint/headrestis removed, store it in a secure place. Besure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint isremoved. For additional information, re-fer to “Head restraints/headrests” in thissection.

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step 2

LRS2994Forward-facing rigid-mounted — step 2


If the seating position does not have anadjustable head restraint/headrest andit is interfering with the proper child re-straint fit, try another seating position ora different child restraint.

4. For child restraints that are equippedwith webbing-mounted attachments,remove any additional slack from theanchor attachments. Press downwardand rearward firmly in the center of thechild restraint with your knee to com-press the vehicle seat cushion and seat-back while tightening the webbing ofthe anchor attachments.

5. Tighten the tether strap according tothe manufacturer’s instructions to re-move any slack.

6. After attaching the child restraint, test itbefore you place the child in it. Push itfrom side to side while holding the childrestraint near the LATCH attachmentpath. The child restraint should notmove more than 1 inch (25 mm), fromside to side. Try to tug it forward andcheck to see if the LATCH attachmentholds the restraint in place. If the re-straint is not secure, tighten the LATCHattachment as necessary, or put the re-straint in another seat and test it again.You may need to try a different childrestraint. Not all child restraints fit in alltypes of vehicles.

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7. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If thechild restraint is loose, repeat steps 1through 6.

Installing top tether strapThe child restraint top tether strap must beused when installing the child restraint withthe LATCH lower anchor attachments.First, secure the child restraint with theLATCH lower anchors (rear bench out-board seating positions only).

Rear bench seatOUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS1. Remove the head restraint/headrest

and store it in a secure place. Be sure toreinstall the head restraint/headrestwhen the child restraint is removed. Foradditional information, refer to “Headrestraints/headrests" in this section.

2. Position the top tether strap O1 over theseatback.

3. Secure the tether strap to the tether an-chor point O2 on the bottom of the seat-back behind the child restraint.


If you have any questions when install-ing a top tether strap, it is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for details.

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�1 Top tether strap

�2 Tether anchor point


WARNING

Child restraint anchorages are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances arethey to be used to attach adult seatbelts, or other items or equipment tothe vehicle. Doing so could damage thechild restraint anchorages. The childrestraint will not be properly installedusing the damaged anchorage, and achild could be seriously injured or killedin a collision.

FORWARD-FACING CHILDRESTRAINT INSTALLATION USINGTHE SEAT BELTS

WARNING

The three-point seat belt with Auto-matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must beused when installing a child restraint.Failure to use the ALR mode will resultin the child restraint not being properlysecured. The restraint could tip over orbe loose and cause injury to a child in asudden stop or collision. Also, it canchange the operation of the front pas-senger air bag. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Front passenger air bagand status light” in this section. For additional information, refer to all Warn-

ings and Cautions in “Child safety” and“Child restraints” sections of this manualbefore installing a child restraint.Do not use the lower anchors if the com-bined weight of the child and the child re-straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com-bined weight of the child and the childrestraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), usethe vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an-chors) to install the child restraint. Be sureto follow the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions for installation.

SSS0640Forward-facing (front passenger seat)

— step 1


Follow these steps to install a forward-facing child restraint using the vehicle seatbelt in the rear seat or in the front passen-ger seat:1. If you must install a child restraint in

the front seat, it should be placed inthe forward-facing direction only.Move the seat to the rearmost posi-tion. Child restraints for infants mustbe used in the rear-facing directionand therefore must not be used in thefront seat.

2. Position the child restraint on the seat.Always follow the child restraint manu-facturer’s instructions.The back of the child restraint should besecured against the seatback.If necessary, adjust the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child re-straint fit. If the head restraint/headrestis removed, store it in a secure place. Besure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child restraint isremoved. For additional information, re-fer to “Head restraints/headrests” in thissection.

If the seating position does not have anadjustable head restraint/headrest andit is interfering with the proper child re-straint fit, try another seating position ora different child restraint.

3. Route the seat belt tongue through thechild restraint and insert it into thebuckle until you hear and feel the latchengage. Be sure to follow the child re-straint manufacturer’s instructions forbelt routing.If the child restraint is equipped with atop tether strap, route the top tetherstrap and secure the tether strap to thetether anchor point (rear seat installa-tion only). For additional information, re-fer to “Installing top tether strap” in thissection.

SSS0360BForward-facing — step 3


Do not install child restraints that requirethe use of a top tether strap in seatingpositions that do not have a top tetheranchor.

4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fullyextended. At this time, the seat belt re-tractor is in the ALR mode (child restraintmode). It reverts to the ELR mode whenthe seat belt is fully retracted.

5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up onthe shoulder belt to remove any slack inthe belt.




6. Remove any additional slack from theseat belt. Press downward and rearwardfirmly in the center of the child restraintwith your knee to compress the vehicleseat cushion and seatback while pullingup on the seat belt.

7. Tighten the tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions to removeany slack.

8. After attaching the child restraint, test itbefore you place the child in it. Push itfrom side to side while holding the childrestraint near the seat belt path. Thechild restraint should not move morethan 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Tryto tug it forward and check to see if thebelt holds the restraint in place. If therestraint is not secure, tighten the seatbelt as necessary, or put the restraint inanother seat and test it again. You mayneed to try a different child restraint. Notall child restraints fit in all types ofvehicles.

9. Check to make sure the child restraint isproperly secured prior to each use. If theseat belt is not locked, repeat steps 2through 8.




10. If the child restraint is installed on thefront passenger seat, push the powerswitch to the ON position. The frontpassenger air bag status lightshould illuminate. If this light does notilluminate, refer to “Front passenger airbag and status light” in this section.Move the child restraint to anotherseating position. Have the systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

After the child restraint is removed and theseat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode(child restraint mode) is canceled.

Installing top tether strapThe child restraint top tether strap must beused when installing the child restraint withthe seat belts.First, secure the child restraint with the seatbelt.Rear bench seatOUTBOARD SEATING POSITIONS1. Remove the head restraint/headrest

and store it in a secure place. Be sure toreinstall the head restraint/headrest

when the child restraint is removed. Foradditional information, refer to “Headrestraints/headrests" in this section.

2. Position the top tether strap O1 over theseatback.



CENTER SEATING POSITION1. Position the top tether strap O1 over the

seatback.



If you have any questions when install-ing a top tether strap, it is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for this service.

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�1 Top tether strap

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WARNING

Child restraint anchorages are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances arethey to be used to attach adult seatbelts, or other items or equipment tothe vehicle. Doing so could damage thechild restraint anchorages. The childrestraint will not be properly installedusing the damaged anchorage, and achild could be seriously injured or killedin a collision.

BOOSTER SEATSFor additional information on installing abooster seat in your vehicle, follow the in-structions outlined in this section.

Precautions on booster seatsWARNING

If a booster seat and seat belt are notused properly, the risk of a child beinginjured or killed in a sudden stop or col-lision greatly increases:• Make sure the shoulder portion of

the belt is away from the child’s faceand neck and the lap portion of thebelt does not cross the stomach.

• Make sure the shoulder belt is notbehind the child or under the child’sarm.

• A booster seat must only be installedin a seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt.

Booster seats of various sizes are offeredby several manufacturers. When selectingany booster seat, keep the following pointsin mind:• Choose only a booster seat with a label

certifying that it complies with FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Ca-nadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

• Check the booster seat in your vehicle tobe sure it is compatible with the vehicle’sseat and seat belt system.

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• Make sure the child’s head will be properlysupported by the booster seat or vehicleseat. The seatback must be at or abovethe center of the child’s ears. For example,if a low back booster seat O1 is chosen,the vehicle seatback must be at or abovethe center of the child’s ears. If the seat-back is lower than the center of the child’sears, a high back booster seat O2 shouldbe used.

• If the booster seat is compatible withyour vehicle, place your child in thebooster seat and check the various ad-justments to be sure the booster seat iscompatible with your child. Always followall recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces orterritories require that infants and smallchildren be restrained in an approvedchild restraint at all times while the ve-hicle is being operated.The instructions in this section apply tobooster seat installation in the rear seatsor the front passenger seat.

Booster seat installationWARNING

To avoid injury to child, do not use thelap/shoulder belt in the AutomaticLocking Retractor (ALR) mode when us-ing a booster seat with the seat belts.

For additional information, refer to all Warn-ings and Cautions in the “Child safety,”“Child restraints” and “Booster seats” sec-tions of this manual before installing a childrestraint.Follow these steps to install a booster seatin the 2nd or 3rd rows or in the front pas-senger seat:

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1. If you must install a booster seat in thefront seat, move the seat to the rear-most position.

2. Position the booster seat on the seat.Only place it in a front-facing direction.Always follow the booster seat manu-facturer’s instructions.

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3. The booster seat should be positionedon the vehicle seat so that it is stable.If necessary, adjust or remove the headrestraint/headrest to obtain the correctbooster seat fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secureplace. Be sure to reinstall the headrestraint/headrest when the boosterseat is removed. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Head restraints/headrests” in this section.

If the seating position does not have anadjustable head restraint/headrest andit is interfering with the proper boosterseat fit, try another seating position or adifferent booster seat.

4. Position the lap portion of the seat beltlow and snug on the child’s hips. Be sureto follow the booster seat manufactur-er’s instructions for adjusting the seatbelt routing.

5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seatbelt toward the retractor to take up ex-tra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt ispositioned across the top, middle por-tion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure tofollow the booster seat manufacturer’sinstructions for adjusting the seat beltrouting.

6. Follow the warnings, cautions and in-structions for properly fastening a seatbelt shown in “Three-point type seat beltwith retractor” in this section.

7. If the booster seat is installed in the frontpassenger seat, place the power switchin the ON position. The front passengerair bag status light may or may notilluminate, depending on the size of thechild and the type of booster seat beingused. For additional information, refer to“Front passenger air bag and statuslight” in this section.

LRS04522nd row outboard position

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PRECAUTIONS ON SRSThis SRS section contains important infor-mation concerning the following systems.• Driver and front passenger supplemental

front-impact air bag (NISSAN AdvancedAir Bag System)

• Front seat-mounted side-impact supple-mental air bag

• Rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag

• Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag

• Driver and passenger supplemental kneeair bag

• Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (front seatand rear outboard seats)

Supplemental front-impact air bag systemThe NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System canhelp cushion the impact force to the headand chest of the driver and front passengerin certain frontal collisions.Front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag systemThis system can help cushion the impactforce to the chest and pelvic area of thedriver and front passenger in certain sideimpact collisions. The side air bags are de-

signed to inflate on the side where the ve-hicle is impacted.Rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag systemThis system can help cushion the impactforce to the chest area of the rear outboardseat passengers in certain side impact col-lisions. The side air bags are designed toinflate on the side where the vehicle is im-pacted.Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag systemThis system can help cushion the impactforce to the head of occupants in front andrear outboard seating positions in certainside impact collisions. In a side impact, thecurtain air bags are designed to inflate onthe side where the vehicle is impacted. In arollover, the curtain air bags are designedto inflate and remain inflated for a shorttime.Driver and passenger supplementalknee air bagsThis system can help cushion the impactforce to the driver’s and front passenger’sknee in certain collisions.

The SRS is designed to supplement thecrash protection provided by the driver,passenger and rear outboard seat beltsand is not a substitute for them. Seat beltsshould always be correctly worn, and theoccupant should be seated a suitable dis-tance away from the steering wheel, instru-ment panel and door finishers. For addi-tional information, refer to “Seat belts” inthis section.The supplemental air bags operate onlywhen the power switch is in the ON posi-tion.After the power switch is placed in theON position, the supplemental air bagwarning light illuminates. The supple-mental air bag warning light will turn offafter about 7 seconds if the system isoperational.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS)


WARNING

• The front air bags ordinarily will notinflate in the event of a side impact,rear impact, rollover or lower severityfrontal collision. Always wear yourseat belts to help reduce the risk orseverity of injury in various kinds ofaccidents.

• The front passenger air bag and pas-senger knee air bag will not inflate ifthe passenger air bag status light islit. For additional information, referto “Front passenger air bag and sta-tus light” in this section.SSS0131

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• The seat belts and the front air bagsare most effective when you are sit-ting well back and upright in the seatwith both feet on the floor. The frontair bags inflate with great force. Evenwith the NISSAN Advanced Air BagSystem, if you are unrestrained, lean-ing forward, sitting sideways or out ofposition in any way, you are at greaterrisk of injury or death in a crash. Youmay also receive serious or fatal inju-ries from the front air bag if you are upagainst it when it inflates. Always sitback against the seatback and as faraway as practical from the steeringwheel or instrument panel. Alwaysproperly use the seat belts.

• The driver and front passenger seatbelt buckles are equipped with sen-sors that detect if the seat belts arefastened. The NISSAN Advanced AirBag System monitors the severity ofa collision and seat belt usage theninflates the air bags as needed. Fail-ure to properly wear seat belts canincrease the risk or severity of injuryin an accident.

• The front passenger seat is equippedwith occupant classification sensor(weight sensor) that turns the frontpassenger air bag and passengerknee air bag OFF under some condi-tions. This sensor is only used in thisseat. Failure to be properly seatedand wearing the seat belt can in-crease the risk or severity of injury inan accident. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Front passenger air bagand status light” in this section.

• Keep hands on the outside of thesteering wheel. Placing them insidethe steering wheel rim could increasethe risk that they are injured if thefront air bag inflates.

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WARNING

• Never let children ride unrestrainedor extend their hands or face out ofthe window. Do not attempt to holdthem in your lap or arms. Some ex-amples of dangerous riding posi-tions are shown in the illustrations.

• Children may be severely injured orkilled when the front air bags, side airbags or curtain air bags inflate if theyare not properly restrained. Pre-teens and children should be prop-erly restrained in the rear seat, ifpossible.

• Even with the NISSAN Advanced AirBag System, never install a rear-facing child restraint on the frontseat. An inflating front air bag couldseriously injure or kill your child. Foradditional information, refer to “Childrestraints” in this section.

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SSS0059ADo not lean against doors or windows.

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WARNING

Front and rear outboard seat-mountedside-impact supplemental air bags androof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bags:• The side air bags and curtain air bags

ordinarily will not inflate in the eventof a frontal impact, rear impact, orlower severity side collision. Alwayswear your seat belts to help reducethe risk or severity of injury in variouskinds of accidents.

• The seat belts, the side air bags andcurtain air bags are most effectivewhen you are sitting well back andupright in the seat. The side air bagand curtain air bag inflate with greatforce. Do not allow anyone to placetheir hand, leg or face near the sideair bag on the side of the seatback ofthe front and rear seat or near theside roof rails. Do not allow anyonesitting in the front seats or rear out-board seats to extend their hand outof the window or lean against thedoor. Some examples of dangerousriding positions are shown in the pre-vious illustrations.

• When sitting in the rear seat, do nothold onto the seatback of the frontseat. If the side air bag inflates, youmay be seriously injured. Be espe-cially careful with children, whoshould always be properly re-strained. Some examples of danger-ous riding positions are shown in theillustrations.

• Do not use seat covers on the frontand rear seatbacks. They may inter-fere with side air bag inflation.


NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System(front seats)1. Crash zone sensor

2. Supplemental front-impact air bagmodules

3. Front seat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag modules

4. Occupant classification sensor (weightsensor)

5. Occupant classification system controlunit

6. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag inflators

7. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact androllover supplemental air bag modules

8. Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (rear out-board seats)

9. Rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag modules.

10. Satellite sensors (driver’s side shown;passenger’s side similar)

11. Seat belt with pretensioner(s) (frontseats)

12. Air bag Control Unit (ACU) LRS3228


13. Driver and passenger supplementknee air bags

14. Door sensors

WARNING

To ensure proper operation of the frontpassenger’s NISSAN Advanced Air BagSystem, please observe the followingitems.• Do not allow a passenger in the rear

seat to push or pull on the seatbackpocket (if so equipped).

• Do not place heavy loads heavierthan 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) on the seatback,head restraint/headrest or in theseatback pocket (if so equipped).

• Make sure that there is nothingpressing against the rear of the seat-back, such as a child restraint in-stalled in the rear seat or an objectstored on the floor.

• Make sure that there is no objectplaced under the front passengerseat.

• Make sure that there is no objectplaced between the seat cushion andcenter console or between the seatcushion and the door.

• If a forward-facing child restraint isinstalled in the front passenger seat,do not position the front passengerseat so the child restraint contactsthe instrument panel. If the child re-straint does contact the instrumentpanel, the system may determine theseat is occupied and the passengerair bag and passenger knee air bagmay deploy in a collision. Also thefront passenger air bag status lightmay not illuminate. For additional in-formation, refer to “Child restraints”in this section.

• Confirm the operating condition withthe front passenger air bag statuslight.

• If you notice that the front passengerair bag status light is not operatingas described in this section, get theoccupant classification systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

• Until you have confirmed with adealer that your passenger seat oc-cupant classification system is work-ing properly, position the occupantsin the rear seating positions.

• Do not position the front passengerseat so it contacts the rear seat. If thefront seat does contact the rear seat,the air bag system may determine asensor malfunction has occurredand the front passenger air bag sta-tus light may illuminate and thesupplemental air bag warning lightmay flash.

This vehicle is equipped with the NISSANAdvanced Air Bag System for the driver andfront passenger seats. This system is de-signed to meet certification requirementsunder U.S. regulations. It is also permitted inCanada. All of the information, cautionsand warnings in this manual apply andmust be followed.The driver supplemental front-impact airbag is located in the center of the steeringwheel. The front passenger supplementalfront-impact air bag is mounted in the in-strument panel above the glove box. Thefront air bags are designed to inflate inhigher severity frontal collisions, althoughthey may inflate if the forces in anothertype of collision are similar to those of ahigher severity frontal impact. They maynot inflate in certain frontal collisions. Ve-hicle damage (or lack of it) is not always anindication of proper front air bag operation.


The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag Systemmonitors information from the crash zonesensor and the Air bag Control Unit (ACU).Inflator operation is based on the severityof a collision and seat belt usage for thedriver. For the front passenger, the occu-pant classification sensor is also moni-tored. Based on information from the sen-sor, only one front air bag may inflate in acrash, depending on the crash severity. Ad-ditionally, the front passenger air bag andpassenger knee air bag may be automati-cally turned OFF under some conditions,depending on the weight detected on thepassenger seat and how the seat belt isused. If the front passenger air bag andpassenger knee air bag are OFF, the pas-senger air bag status light will be illumi-nated. For additional information, refer to“Front passenger air bag and status light” inthis section. One front air bag inflating doesnot indicate improper performance of thesystem.If you have any questions about your airbag system, it is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer to ob-tain information about the system. If youare considering modification of your ve-hicle due to a disability, you may also con-tact NISSAN. Contact information is con-tained in the front of this Owner’s Manual.

When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loudnoise may be heard, followed by release ofsmoke. This smoke is not harmful anddoes not indicate a fire. Care should betaken not to inhale it, as it may cause irrita-tion and choking. Those with a history of abreathing condition should get fresh airpromptly.Front air bags, along with the use of seatbelts, help to cushion the impact force onthe head and chest of the front occupants.They can help save lives and reduce seri-ous injuries. However, an inflating front airbag may cause facial abrasions or otherinjuries. Front air bags, other than the driv-er’s knee air bag, do not provide restraint tothe lower body.Even with NISSAN Advanced Air Bags, seatbelts should be correctly worn and thedriver and front passenger seated uprightas far as practical away from the steeringwheel or instrument panel. The front airbags inflate quickly in order to help protectthe front occupants. Because of this, theforce of the front air bag inflating can in-crease the risk of injury if the occupant istoo close to, or is against, the air bag mod-ule during inflation.The front air bags deflate quickly after acollision.

The front air bags operate only when thepower switch is in the ON position.After the power switch is placed in theON position, the supplemental air bagwarning light illuminates. The supple-mental air bag warning light will turn offafter about 7 seconds if the system isoperational.


Front passenger air bag and statuslight

WARNING

The front passenger air bag and pas-senger knee air bag are designed to au-tomatically turn OFF under some con-ditions. Read this section carefully tolearn how it operates. Proper use of theseat, seat belt and child restraints isnecessary for most effective protec-tion. Failure to follow all instructions inthis manual concerning the use ofseats, seat belts and child restraintscan increase the risk or severity of in-jury in an accident.

Status lightThe front passenger seat is equipped withan occupant classification sensor (weightsensor) that turns the front passenger airbag and passenger knee air bag on or offdepending on the weight applied to thefront passenger seat. The status of thefront passenger air bag and passengerknee air bag (ON or OFF) is indicated by thefront passenger air bag status lightwhich is located on the instrument panel.After the power switch is placed in the “ON”position, the front passenger air bag statuslight on the instrument panel illuminatesfor about 7 seconds and then turns off orremains illuminated depending on thefront passenger seat occupied status. Thelight operates as follows:

CONDITION DESCRIPTION PASSENGER AIR BAG STATUS LIGHT( ) RESULT

FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG AND PASSENGER KNEE AIR BAGSTATUS

Empty Empty front passenger seat ON (illuminated) INHIBITED

Nobody/Somebody Bag or Child or Child Restraint orSmall Adult in front passenger seat ON (illuminated) INHIBITED

Adult Adult in the front passenger seat OFF (dark) ACTIVATED

In addition to the above, certain objectsplaced on the front passenger seat mayalso cause the light to operate as de-scribed above depending on their weight.

For additional information, refer to “Normaloperation” and “Troubleshooting” in thissection.

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Front passenger air bagThe front passenger air bag and passen-ger knee air bag are designed to automati-cally turn OFF when the vehicle is operatedunder some conditions as described be-low in accordance with U.S. regulations. Ifthe front passenger air bag and passengerknee air bag are OFF, it will not inflate in acrash. The driver air bag and other air bagsin your vehicle are not part of this system.The purpose of the regulation is to helpreduce the risk of injury or death from aninflating air bag to certain front passengerseat occupants, such as children, by requir-ing the front passenger air bag and pas-senger knee air bag to be automaticallyturned OFF. Certain sensors are used tomeet the requirements.The occupant classification sensor in thisvehicle is a weight sensor. It is designed todetect an occupant and objects on theseat by weight. For example, if a child is inthe front passenger seat, the NISSAN Ad-vanced Air Bag System is designed to turnthe front passenger air bag and passengerknee air bag OFF in accordance with theregulations. Also, if a child restraint of thetype specified in the regulations is on theseat, its weight and the child’s weight can

be detected and cause the front passen-ger air bag and passenger knee air bag toturn OFF.Front passenger seat adult occupants whoare properly seated and using the seat beltas outlined in this manual should notcause the front passenger air bag and pas-senger knee air bag to be automaticallyturned OFF. For small adults it may beturned OFF, however if the occupant takeshis/her weight off the seat cushion (for ex-ample, by not sitting upright, by sitting onan edge of the seat, or by otherwise beingout of position), this could cause the sen-sors to turn the front passenger air bagand passenger knee air bag OFF. Always besure to be seated and wearing the seat beltproperly for the most effective protectionby the seat belt and supplemental air bag.NISSAN recommends that pre-teens andchildren be properly restrained in a rearseat. NISSAN also recommends that ap-propriate child restraints and boosterseats be properly installed in a rear seat. Ifthis is not possible, the occupant classifica-tion sensor is designed to operate as de-scribed above to turn the front passengerair bag and passenger knee air bag OFF forspecified child restraints as required byregulations. Failing to properly secure child

restraints and to use the ALR mode mayallow the restraint to tip or move in a colli-sion or sudden stop. This can also result inthe front passenger air bag and passengerknee air bag inflating in a crash instead ofbeing OFF. For additional information, referto “Child restraints” in this section.If the front passenger seat is not occupied,the front passenger air bag and passengerknee air bag are designed not to inflate in acrash. However, heavy objects placed onthe seat could result in air bag inflation,because of the object’s weight being de-tected by the occupant classification sen-sor. Other conditions could also result in airbag inflation, such as if a child is standingon the seat, or if two children are on theseat, contrary to the instructions in thismanual. Always be sure that you and allvehicle occupants are seated and re-strained properly.Using the front passenger air bag statuslight, you can monitor when the front pas-senger air bag and passenger knee air bagare automatically turned OFF.If an adult occupant is in the seat but thefront passenger air bag status light is illu-minated (indicating that the front passen-ger air bag and passenger knee air bag areOFF), it could be that the person is a small


adult, or is not sitting on the seat properlyor not using the seat belt properly.If a child restraint must be used in the frontseat, the front passenger air bag statuslight may or may not be illuminated, de-pending on the size of the child and thetype of child restraint being used. If thefront passenger air bag status light is notilluminated (indicating that the front pas-senger air bag and passenger knee air bagmight inflate in a crash), it could be that thechild restraint or seat belt is not being usedproperly. Make sure that the child restraintis installed properly, the seat belt is usedproperly and the occupant is positionedproperly. If the front passenger air bag sta-tus light is still not illuminated, repositionthe occupant or child restraint in a rearseat.If the front passenger air bag status lightwill not illuminate even though you believethat the child restraint, the seat belts andthe occupant are properly positioned, it isrecommended that you take your vehicleto a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. A NISSANcertified LEAF dealer can check systemstatus by using a special tool. However, un-til you have confirmed with a dealer that

your air bag is working properly, repositionthe occupant or child restraint in a rearseat.The NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System andfront passenger air bag status light willtake a few seconds to register a change inthe front passenger seat status. This is nor-mal system operation and does not indi-cate a malfunction.If a malfunction occurs in the front passen-ger air bag system, the supplemental airbag warning light , located in the me-ter and gauges area of the instrumentpanel, will be illuminated (blinking orsteadily lit). Have the system checked. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.Normal operationIn order for the occupant classificationsensor system to classify the front passen-ger based on weight, please follow the pre-cautions and steps outlined below:Precautions• Make sure that there are no objects

weighing over 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) hanging onthe seat or placed in the seatback pocket(if so equipped).

• Make sure that a child restraint or otherobject is not pressing against the rear ofthe seatback.

• Make sure that the rear passenger is notpushing or pulling on the back of the frontpassenger seat.

• Make sure that the front passenger seator seatback is not forced back against anobject on the seat or floor behind it.

• Make sure that there is no object placedunder the front passenger seat.

Steps1. Adjust the seat as outlined in the “Seats”

section of this manual. Sit upright, lean-ing against the seatback, and centeredon the seat cushion with your feet com-fortably extended to the floor.

2. Make sure there are no objects on yourlap.

3. Fasten the seat belt as outlined in the“Seat belts” section of this manual. Frontpassenger seat belt buckle status ismonitored by the occupant classifica-tion system, and is used as an input todetermine occupancy status. So, it ishighly recommended that the front pas-senger fasten their seat belt.


4. Remain in this position for 30 secondsallowing the system to classify the frontpassenger before the vehicle is put intomotion.

5. Ensure proper classification by checkingthe front passenger air bag status light.

NOTE:

This vehicle’s occupant classificationsensor system generally keeps the clas-sification locked during driving, so it isimportant that you confirm that thefront passenger is properly classifiedprior to driving. However, the occupantclassification sensor may recalculate theweight of the occupant under some con-ditions (both while driving and whenstopped), so front passenger seat occu-pants should continue to remain seatedas outlined above.TroubleshootingIf you think the front passenger air bagstatus light is incorrect:1. If the light is ON with an adult occupying

the front passenger seat:• Occupant is a small adult — the air bag

light is functioning as intended. Thefront passenger air bag and passen-ger knee air bag are suppressed.

However, if the occupant is not a smalladult, then this may be due to the followingconditions that may be interfering with theweight sensors:

• Occupant is not sitting upright, lean-ing against the seatback, and cen-tered on the seat cushion with his/herfeet comfortably extended to the floor.

• A child restraint or other object press-ing against the rear of the seatback.

• A rear passenger pushing or pulling onthe back of the front passenger seat.

• Forcing the front seat or seatbackagainst an object on the seat or floorbehind it.

• An object placed under the front pas-senger seat.

• An object placed between the seatcushion and center console or be-tween the seat cushion and the door.

If the vehicle is moving, please come to astop when it is safe to do so. Check andcorrect any of the above conditions. Re-start the vehicle and wait 1 minute.

NOTE:

A system check will be performed duringwhich the front passenger air bag statuslight will remain lit for about 7 secondsinitially.If the light is still ON after this, the personshould be advised not to ride in the frontpassenger seat and the vehicle should bechecked as soon as possible. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.2. If the light is OFF with a small adult, child

or child restraint occupying the frontpassenger seat.This may be due to the following condi-tions that may be interfering with theweight sensors:• Small adult or child is not sitting up-

right, leaning against the seatback,and centered on the seat cushion withhis/her feet comfortably extended tothe floor.

• The child restraint is not properly in-stalled, as outlined in the “Child re-straints” section of this manual.

• An object weighting over 9.1 lbs. (4 kg)hanging on the seat or placed in theseatback pocket (if so equipped).


• A child restraint or other object press-ing against the rear or the seatback.

• A rear passenger pushing or pulling onthe back of the front passenger seat.pushing or pulling on the seatback ofthe front passenger seat.

• Forcing the front seat or seatbackagainst an object on the seat or floorbehind it.

• An object placed under the front pas-senger seat.

• An object placed between the seatcushion and center console.

If the vehicle is moving, please come to astop when it is safe to do so. Check andcorrect any of the above conditions. Re-start the vehicle and wait 1 minute.

NOTE:

A system check will be performed duringwhich the front passenger air bag statuslight will remain lit for about 7 secondsinitially.If the light is still OFF after this, the smalladult, child or child restraint should be re-positioned in the rear seat and the vehicleshould be checked as soon as possible. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

3. If the light is OFF with no front passengerand no objects on the front passengerseat the vehicle should be checked assoon as possible. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for this service.

Other supplemental front-impact airbag precautions

WARNING

• Do not place any objects on thesteering wheel pad or on the instru-ment panel. Also, do not place anyobjects between any occupant andthe steering wheel or instrumentpanel. Such objects may becomedangerous projectiles and cause in-jury if the front air bags inflate.

• Do not place objects with sharpedges on the seat. Also, do not placeheavy objects on the seat that willleave permanent impressions in theseat. Such objects can damage theseat or occupant classification sen-sor (weight sensor). This can affectthe operation of the air bag systemand result in serious personal injury.

• Do not use water or acidic cleaners(hot steam cleaners) on the seat. Thiscan damage the seat or occupantclassification sensor. This can alsoaffect the operation of the air bagsystem and result in serious personalinjury.

• Immediately after inflation, severalfront air bag system components willbe hot. Do not touch them; you mayseverely burn yourself.

• No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiringof the supplemental air bag system.This is to prevent accidental inflationof the supplemental air bag or dam-age to the supplemental air bagsystem.

• Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle’s electrical system,suspension system or front endstructure. This could affect properoperation of the front air bag system.


• Tampering with the front air bag sys-tem may result in serious personalinjury. Tampering includes changesto the steering wheel and the instru-ment panel assembly by placing ma-terial over the steering wheel padand above the instrument panel orby installing additional trim materialaround the air bag system.

• Removing or modifying the frontpassenger seat may affect the func-tion of the air bag system and resultin serious personal injury.

• Modifying or tampering with thefront passenger seat may result inserious personal injury. For example,do not change the front seats byplacing material on the seat cushionor by installing additional trim mate-rial, such as seat covers, on the seatthat is not specifically designed toassure proper air bag operation. Ad-ditionally, do not stow any objectsunder the front passenger seat or theseat cushion and seatback. Such ob-jects may interfere with the properoperation of the occupant classifica-tion sensor (weight sensor).

• No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiringof the seat belt system. This may af-fect the front air bag system. Tam-pering with the seat belt system mayresult in serious personal injury.

• It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for workon and around the front air bag sys-tem. It is also recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor installation of electrical equip-ment. The Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS) wiring harnesses*should not be modified or discon-nected. Unauthorized electrical testequipment and probing devicesshould not be used on the air bagsystem.

• A cracked windshield should be re-placed immediately by a qualified re-pair facility. A cracked windshieldcould affect the function of thesupplemental air bag system.

*The SRS wiring harness connectors areyellow and orange for easy identifica-tion.

When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the front airbag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this Owner’sManual.


Front and rear outboardseat-mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag androof-mounted curtainside-impact and rolloversupplemental air bag systemsThe side air bags are located in the outsideof the seatback of the front seats and rearoutboard seats. The curtain air bags arelocated in the side roof rails. All of the in-formation, cautions, and warnings in thismanual apply and must be followed. Theside air bags and curtain air bags are de-signed to inflate in higher severity side col-

lisions, although they may inflate if theforces in another type of collision are simi-lar to those of a higher severity side impact.They are designed to inflate on the sidewhere the vehicle is impacted. They maynot inflate in certain side collisions on theside where the vehicle is impacted.If so equipped, the curtain air bags are alsodesigned to inflate in certain types of roll-over collisions or near rollovers. As a result,certain vehicle movements (for example,during severe off-roading) may cause thecurtain air bags to inflate.Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not alwaysan indication of proper side air bag andcurtain air bag operation.When the side air bags and curtain air bagsinflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard,followed by release of smoke. This smoke isnot harmful and does not indicate a fire.Care should be taken not to inhale it, as itmay cause irritation and choking. Thosewith a history of a breathing conditionshould get fresh air promptly.Side air bags, along with the use of seatbelts, help to cushion the impact force onthe chest and pelvic area of the front andrear outboard occupants. Curtain air bagshelp to cushion the impact force to the

head of occupants in the front and rearoutboard seating positions. They can helpsave lives and reduce serious injuries. How-ever, side air bags and curtain air bags maycause abrasions or other injuries. Side airbags and curtain air bags do not providerestraint to the lower body.The seat belts should be correctly wornand the driver, front passenger and rearoutboard occupants seated upright as faras practical away from the side air bags.Rear seat passengers should be seated asfar away as practical from the door finish-ers and side roof rails. The side air bags andcurtain air bags inflate quickly in order tohelp protect the occupants in the outboardseating positions. Because of this, the forceof the side air bags and curtain air bagsinflating can increase the risk of injury if theoccupant is too close to, or is against, theseair bag modules during inflation. The sideair bags and curtain air bags will deflatequickly after the collision is over.The side air bags and curtain air bagsoperate only when the power switch is inthe ON position.After turning the power switch to the ONposition, the supplemental air bag warn-ing light illuminates. The supplemental

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air bag warning light will turn off afterabout 7 seconds if the systems are op-erational.

WARNING

• Do not place any objects near theseatback of the front and rear seats.Also, do not place any objects (anumbrella, bag, etc.) between the frontand rear door finishers and the frontand rear seats. Such objects may be-come dangerous projectiles andcause injury if a side air bag inflates.

• Right after inflation, several side airbag and curtain air bag system com-ponents will be hot. Do not touchthem; you may severely burnyourself.

• No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiringof the side air bag and curtain air bagsystems. This is to prevent damageto or accidental inflation of the sideair bag and curtain air bag systems.

• Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle’s electrical system,suspension system or side panel.This could affect proper operation ofthe side air bag and curtain air bagsystems.

• Tampering with the side air bag sys-tem may result in serious personalinjury. For example, do not changethe front and rear seats by placingmaterial near the seatbacks or by in-stalling additional trim material,such as seat covers, around the sideair bag.

• It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for workaround and on the side air bag andcurtain air bag systems. It is also rec-ommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for installationof electrical equipment. The Supple-mental Restraint System (SRS) wiringharnesses* should not be modified ordisconnected. Unauthorized electri-cal test equipment and probing de-vices should not be used on the sideair bag and curtain supplemental airbag systems.

*The SRS wiring harness connectors areyellow and orange for easy identifica-tion.When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the side air bagand curtain air bag systems and guide thebuyer to the appropriate sections in thisOwner’s Manual.

Driver and passengersupplemental knee air bagThe knee air bag is located in the kneebolster, on the driver’s and passenger’sside. All of the information, cautions andwarnings in this manual apply and mustbe followed. The knee air bag is designedto inflate in higher severity frontal collisions,although it may inflate if the forces in an-other type of collision are similar to those ofa higher severity frontal impact. It may notinflate in certain collisions.

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Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not alwaysan indication of proper knee air bag opera-tion.When the knee air bag inflates, a fairly loudnoise may be heard, followed by release ofsmoke. This smoke is not harmful anddoes not indicate a fire. Care should betaken not to inhale it, as it may cause irrita-tion and choking. Those with a history of abreathing condition should get fresh airpromptly.

The knee air bag helps to cushion the im-pact force on the knees of the driver andpassenger. It can help reduce serious inju-ries. However, an inflating knee air bag maycause abrasions or other injuries. The kneeair bag provides restraint to the lower body.The knee air bag inflates quickly in order tohelp protect the occupants. Because ofthis, the force of the knee air bag inflatingcan increase the risk of injury if the occu-pant is too close to, or is against, this air bagmodule during inflation. The knee air bagwill deflate quickly after the collision is overOR the knee air bag will remain inflated fora short time.The knee air bag operates only when thepower switch is placed in the ON posi-tion.After placing the power switch in the ONposition, the supplemental air bag warn-ing light illuminates. The supplementalair bag warning light will turn off afterabout 7 seconds if the system is opera-tional.

WARNING

• Do not place any objects between theknee bolster and the driver’s or pas-senger’s seat. Such objects may be-come dangerous projectiles andcause injury if a knee air bag inflates.

• Right after inflation, the knee air bagsystem components will be hot. Donot touch them; you may severelyburn yourself.

• No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiringof the knee air bag system. This is toprevent damage to or accidental in-flation of the knee air bag system.

• Do not make unauthorized changesto your vehicle's electrical system orsuspension system. This could affectproper operation of the knee air bagsystem.

• Tampering with the knee air bag sys-tem may result in serious personalinjury. For example, do not changethe driver or passenger knee bolsteror install additional trim materialaround the knee air bag.

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• It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for workon and around the knee air bag. It isalso recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for in-stallation of electrical equipment.The SRS wiring harnesses* shouldnot be modified or disconnected. Un-authorized electrical test equipmentand probing devices should not beused on the knee air bag system.

*The SRS wiring harness or connectorsare yellow or orange for easy identifica-tion.When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the knee airbag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this manual.

Seat belt with pretensioner(s)(front and rear outboard seats)

WARNING

• The pretensioner(s) cannot be re-used after activation. They must bereplaced together with the retractorand buckle as a unit.

• If the vehicle becomes involved in acollision but pretensioner(s) are notactivated, be sure to have the preten-sioner system checked and, if neces-sary, replaced. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for this service.

• No unauthorized changes should bemade to any components or wiringof the pretensioner system. This is toprevent damage to or accidental ac-tivation of the pretensioner(s). Tam-pering with the pretensioner systemmay result in serious personal injury.

• It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for workaround and on the pretensioner sys-tem. It is also recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor installation of electrical equip-ment. Unauthorized electrical testequipment and probing devicesshould not be used on the preten-sioner system.

• If you need to dispose of the preten-sioner(s) or scrap the vehicle, it is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.Incorrect disposal procedures couldcause personal injury.

The pretensioner system may activatewith the supplemental air bag system incertain types of collisions. Working with theseat belt retractor, the pretensioner(s) helptighten the seat belt when the vehicle be-comes involved in certain types of colli-sions, helping to restrain front and rear out-board seat occupants.The pretensioner(s) are encased with theseat belt retractor and to the seat belt an-chor affixed to the floor of the vehicle.These seat belts are used the same way asconventional seat belts.When pretensioner(s) activate, smoke is re-leased and a loud noise may be heard. Thissmoke is not harmful and does not indi-cate a fire. Care should be taken not toinhale it, as it may cause irritation andchoking. Those with a history of a breath-ing condition should get fresh air promptly.After the pretensioner(s’) activation, loadlimiters allow the seat belt to release web-bing (if necessary) to reduce forces againstthe chest.The supplemental air bag warning light

is used to indicate malfunctions in thepretensioner system. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Supplemental air bag


warning light” in this section. If the opera-tion of the supplemental air bag warninglight indicates there is a malfunction, havethe system checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.When selling your vehicle, we request thatyou inform the buyer about the preten-sioner system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this Owner’sManual.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNINGLABELS

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNINGLIGHTThe supplemental air bag warning light,displaying in the instrument panel,monitors the circuits of the Air bag ControlUnit (ACU), satellite sensors, crash zonesensor, occupant classification sensor, thesupplemental front-impact air bag, frontand rear outboard seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemen-tal air bag, knee air bag and seat beltpretensioner systems. The monitored cir-cuits include air bag systems, pretension-er(s) and all related wiring.

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A. Supplemental front-impact air bag sys-tem warning labels

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When the power switch is in the ON posi-tion, the supplemental air bag warninglight illuminates for about 7 seconds andthen turns off. This means the system isoperational.If any of the following conditions occur, thefront air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag,knee air bag and pretensioner systemsneed servicing:• The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 sec-onds.

• The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently.

• The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the front air bag,side air bag, curtain air bag, knee air bagand pretensioner systems may not oper-ate properly. They must be checked andrepaired. It is recommended that you visitthe nearest NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that the frontair bag, side air bag, curtain air bag,knee air bag and/or pretensioner sys-tems will not operate in an accident. Tohelp avoid injury to yourself or others,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

Repair and replacementprocedureThe front air bags, side air bags, curtain airbags, knee air bags and pretensioner(s) aredesigned to activate on a one-time-onlybasis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged,the supplemental air bag warning light willremain illuminated after inflation has oc-curred. These systems should be repairedand/or replaced as soon as possible. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

When maintenance work is required on thevehicle, the front air bags, side air bags,curtain air bags, knee air bags and preten-sioner(s) and related parts should bepointed out to the person performing themaintenance. The power switch should al-ways be in the LOCK position when work-ing under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

• Once a front air bag, side air bag, cur-tain air bag or knee air bag has in-flated, the air bag module will notfunction again and must be replaced.Additionally, the activated preten-sioner(s) must also be replaced. Theair bag module and pretensioner(s)should be replaced. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service. Theair bag modules and pretensionersystem cannot be repaired.

• The front air bag, side air bag, curtainair bag and knee air bag systems,and pretensioner system should beinspected if there is any damage tothe front end or side portion of thevehicle. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.


• If you need to dispose of a supple-mental air bag or pretensioner sys-tem or scrap the vehicle, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.Correct supplemental air bag andpretensioner system disposal proce-dures are set forth in the appropriateNISSAN Service Manual. Incorrectdisposal procedures could causepersonal injury.

• If there is an impact to your vehiclefrom any direction, your OccupantClassification Sensor (OCS) should bechecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer toverify it is still functioning correctly.The OCS should be checked even if noair bags deploy as a result of the im-pact. Failure to verify proper OCSfunction may result in an improperair bag deployment resulting in in-jury or death.


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2 Instruments and controls

Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4Meters and Gauges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Speedometer and odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6Li-ion battery temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7Power meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8Driving range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9Li-ion battery available charge gauge . . . . . . . . 2-9Li-ion battery capacity level gauge . . . . . . . . . . 2-12Outside air temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13ECO mode indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13e-Pedal system indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Warning lights, indicator lights and audiblereminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Checking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24

Vehicle information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25How to use the vehicle informationdisplay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26Startup display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26Vehicle information display warningsand indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33

Warning information displays (MODELSWITH A NAVIGATION SYSTEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-42

Security systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43Vehicle security system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System . . . . . . . . . 2-44

Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46Washer operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47Rear wiper operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47

Rear window and outside mirror(if so equipped) defroster switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48Headlight and turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49

Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-49LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)system (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53Instrument brightness control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54

Fog light switch (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55ECO switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-55Heated seat switches (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . 2-56Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . 2-57E-call (SOS) button (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58Charge port lid switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58Immediate Charge switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58

Dynamic driver assistance switch(for vehicles without ProPILOT Assist)(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59Steering Assist switch (for models withProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59Rear Door Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61

Seatback Pocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61Storage tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-62Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63Overhead sunglasses storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-63Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-64Tonneau cover (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65Stowing golf bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66

Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69Console light (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69Map lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-69Room light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70Cargo light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-70

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71

Programming HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-71Programming HomeLink® for Canadiancustomers and gate openers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-73Operating the HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74Programming trouble-diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-74Clearing the programmed information . . . . . . 2-74Reprogramming a single HomeLink®button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75If your vehicle is stolen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75

1. TRIP RESET switch for twin tripodometer (P. 2-6)Instrument brightness control switch(P. 2-54)

2. Headlight, fog light (if so equipped) andturn signal switch (P. 2-49)

3. Steering-wheel-mounted controls(left side)—Audio control*—Vehicle information display controls(P. 2-25)

4. Steering wheel (P. 5-156)Power steering system (P. 5-156)Horn (P. 2-55)Driver's supplemental air bag (P. 1-43)

5. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-46)6. Steering-wheel-mounted controls

(right side)—Cruise control switches(if so equipped) (P. 5-66)—Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)switches (if so equipped) (P. 5-69)—ProPILOT Assist switch (if so equipped)(P. 5-92)—Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Systemcontrol*

7. Shift lever (P. 5-15)ECO switch (P. 2-55)e-Pedal switch (P. 5-22)

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2-2 Instruments and controls

9. Parking brake (switch type)(if so equipped) (P. 5-19)

10. Tilt and telescopic steering wheellever(P. 3-23)

11. Lower instrument panel switches(P. 3-21)—Charge port lid switch (P. 3-21)—Immediate charge switch (P. 2-58)—Heated steering wheel switch(if so equipped) (P. 2-57)—Steering Assist switch (if so equipped)(P. 5-92)—Dynamic driver assistance switch(if so equipped) (P. 5-92, 5-31, 5-47)

12. Fuse box cover (P. 8-18)*For additional information, refer to theNissanConnect® manual (for Leaf)

Instruments and controls 2-3

1. Vents (P. 4-27)2. Meters and gauges (P. 2-5)3. Center multi-function control panel*4. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)5. Rear window and outside mirror (if so

equipped) defroster switch (P. 2-48)6. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P. 1-43)7. Glove box (P. 2-61)8. Passenger supplemental knee airbag

(P. 1-43)9. Heater and air conditioner control

(P. 4-28)10. Power outlet (P. 2-61)11. Front heated seat switches

(if so equipped) (P. 2-56)12. USB connection port*13. Push-button power switch (P. 5-10)14. Front passenger air bag status light

(P. 1-43)15. Driver supplemental knee air bag

(P. 1-43)16. Hood release handle (P. 3-18)

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1. Vehicle information display (P. 2-25)Clock (P. 2-13)Outside air temperature (P. 2-12)Li-ion battery available charge gauge(P. 2-9)Driving range (P. 2-9)Odometer/twin trip odometer (P. 2-6)Indicator for timer (P. CH-43)Power meter (P. 2-8)

2. Warning and indicator lights (P. 2-14)Turn signal/Hazard indicator light(P. 2-49)READY to drive indicator light (P. 2-23)ECO mode indicator (P. 2-13)

3. Speedometer (P. 2-6)

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METERS AND GAUGES


SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETERThe vehicle is equipped with a speedom-eter and odometer. The speedometer islocated on the right side of the vehicle in-formation display. The odometer is locatedwithin the vehicle information display.

SpeedometerThe speedometer indicates the vehiclespeed.

Odometer/twin trip odometerThe odometer and twin trip odometer O2

are displayed on the vehicle informationdisplay when the power switch is in the ONor READY to drive position.The odometer records the total distancethe vehicle has been driven.The twin trip odometer records the dis-tance of individual trips.

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Changing the display:Pushing the TRIP RESET switch O1 locatedon the left side of the instrument panelchanges the display as follows:Odometer → TRIP A → TRIP B → OdometerFor additional information about the ve-hicle information display, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in this section.Resetting the trip odometer:Pushing the TRIP RESET switch O1 for ap-proximately 1 second resets the currentlydisplayed trip odometer to zero.

LI-ION BATTERY TEMPERATUREGAUGEThe gauge indicates the temperature ofthe Li-ion battery.The temperature of the Li-ion battery iswithin the normal range when the displayis within the zone O1 shown in the illustra-tion.The temperature of the Li-ion battery var-ies according to the outside air tempera-ture and driving conditions.

NOTE:• If the display indicates that the tem-

perature of the Li-ion battery is nearthe red zone end of the normal range,reduce vehicle speed to decrease thetemperature. If the indicator is over thenormal range, the power provided tothe traction motor is reduced when thepower limitation indicator light is illu-minated. Therefore, the vehicle is notas responsive when the accelerator isdepressed while the power limitationlight is illuminated. For additional in-formation, refer to “Power limitationindicator light” in this section.

• If the outside temperature is extremelylow, the Li-ion temperature gauge maynot display a temperature reading. Thevehicle may not be able to be put in theREADY to drive mode. Have the systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

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POWER METERThis meter displays the actual traction mo-tor power consumption OA and the regen-erative brake power provided to the Li-ionbattery OB .The power meter is in a neutral state O3 .The white illuminated portion O1 in the dis-play moves right or left depending on de-mand.The white illuminated portion O1 moves tothe right when power is provided to thetraction motor (Li-ion battery discharges).

The white illuminated portion O1 moves tothe left when power is generated and pro-vided to the Li-ion battery by the regenera-tive brake system (Li-ion battery charging).The power meter also indicates if thepower provided to the motor is limited or ifregenerative braking is limited. Whenpower or regenerative braking is limited,the illuminated segments on the displayare narrowed O2 .Regenerative braking is automatically re-duced when the Li-ion battery is fullycharged to prevent the Li-ion battery frombecoming overcharged. Regenerativebraking is also automatically reduced

when the Li-ion battery temperature ishigh/low (indicated by the red/blue zoneson the Li-ion battery temperature gauge)to prevent Li-ion battery damage.The more regenerative braking is reduced,the more illuminated segments on the dis-play are narrowed O2 .If the Li-ion battery charge is low, powerprovided to the traction motor is reduced.Motor output is also limited if the Li-ionbattery temperature is high/low (indicatedby the red/blue zones on the Li-ion batterytemperature gauge) or the Li-ion batterycharge level is low.The more power provided to the tractionmotor is reduced, the more illuminatedsegments on the display are narrowed O2 .

NOTE:

If the power meter is selected on the tripcomputer, the meter is not displayed.

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DRIVING RANGEThe driving range O1 provides an esti-mated distance that the vehicle can bedriven before recharging is necessary. Thedriving range is constantly being calcu-lated, based on the amount of availableLi-ion battery charge and the actual powerconsumption average.

NOTE:• The driving range display will flash

when the low battery charge indicatorilluminates. Additionally, if you con-tinue to drive the vehicle in this stateand the Li-ion battery is close to beingcompletely discharged, “---” will bedisplayed. Charge the Li-ion battery assoon as possible. When the Li-ion bat-tery is charged, the original display willbe restored.

• After the vehicle is charged, the dis-played driving range is calculatedbased on the actual average energyconsumption of the previous driving.The displayed driving range will varyevery time the vehicle is fully charged.

• The driving range increases or de-creases when the air conditioner,heater or Li-ion battery warmer (if soequipped) is turned on or off, or whenthe ECO mode is selected, or when anyother accessory is turned on or offbased on driving (for models with40kWh battery).

LI-ION BATTERY AVAILABLECHARGE GAUGE�1 This gauge indicates the approximate

available Li-ion battery charge to runthe vehicle.

�2 This figure shows the current state ofcharge (%) of the vehicle.

�3 Low battery charge indicator :This indicator illuminates yellow whenthe available Li-ion battery charge isgetting low.

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Charge the Li-ion battery before the bluebar of the gauge O1 disappears.The low battery charge indicator O3

illuminates yellow when the available Li-ionbattery charge is getting low. Charge assoon as it is convenient, preferably beforethe blue bar of the gauge O1 disappears.When the blue bar of the gauge O1 disap-pears and the charge indicator O3

illuminates, there is a very small reserve ofLi-ion battery charge remaining.

NOTE:• The length of the blue bar of the gauge

O1 is determined by the availablecharge and the amount of charge theLi-ion battery is capable of storing atthe current temperature.

• Temperature affects the amount ofcharge the Li-ion battery is capable ofstoring. The Li-ion battery is capable ofstoring less power when the Li-ion bat-tery temperature is cold. The Li-ionbattery is capable of storing morepower when the Li-ion battery tem-perature is warm. The length of theblue bar of the gauge O1 can changebased on the amount of power the Li-ion battery is capable of storing. Forexample, when the Li-ion battery be-comes colder, a longer blue bar of thegauge O1 illuminates because theavailable charge is a greater percent-age of the Li-ion battery's capability ofstoring power. When the Li-ion batterybecomes warmer, a shorter blue bar ofthe gauge O1 illuminates because theremaining energy is a lower percent-age of the Li-ion battery's capability ofstoring power.

Estimated charge timeThe Estimated Charge Time mode showsthe estimated time charge the Li-ion bat-tery to a full level. Immediately after thepower switch is placed in the ON position,longer charging time may be displayedthan the actual time required.


How to read the display:The displayed charging time is calculatedbased on the electrical (supplied to thecharger), which is selected in the [ChargeTime Screen] setting under the EV Settingsmenu. The display shows:

O1 The currently remaining Li-ion batterycharge level.

O2 The estimated charging time to reacheach percentage (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%) ofthe Li-ion battery level.• If the estimated charging time is longer

than 24 hours, [Over 24hr] is displayed.

• When the currently remaining Li-ion bat-tery level exceeds each percentage level,the charging time will be displayed as[---].

• When the Li-ion battery was fully charge,all the charging time information will bedisplayed as [---].

O3 The currently selected electrical power(supplied to the charger).

O4 The estimated charge level of the Li-ionbattery to be reached when the remainingcharging time has passed.

O5 The electrical power that is actually sup-plied while quick charging.

O6 The remaining charging time before thequick charger is shut off.When charging is not performed, pushingthe <OK> button on the steering wheel willswitch the display to the [Charge TimeScreen]. Select the electrical power thatyou wish to show in the Estimated ChargeTime display.

NOTE:• While charging, the estimated charg-

ing time is calculated based on theelectrical power that is currently beingsupplied to the charger.

• The electrical power for the normalcharging is displayed at a fixed value.Therefore, the displayed electricalpower may differ from the one that isactually supplied.

• For the quick charging, the electricalpower display will change to the actualelectrical power while charging. If thecharging is stopped or the power sup-ply is stopped (unplugged, etc.), thedisplayed electrical power returns tothe selected electrical power.

LIC4288Not charging

LIC4177While charging (quick charge

[if so equipped])


• The displayed charging time on eachpercentage level is the current estima-tion, and the actual charging time willvary depending on the conditions ofthe vehicle or the state of charge.

• Right after starting of stoppingcharge, the estimated charging timemay differ from the actual chargingtime. The actual charging time will bedisplayed after a period of time.

LI-ION BATTERY CAPACITY LEVELGAUGEThis gauge displays the available capacityof the Li-ion battery remaining to storepower.To check this gauge, select it in the tripcomputer menu.

OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATUREThe outside air temperature is displayed in°F or °C.The display may differ from the actual out-side temperature displayed on varioussigns or billboards.

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CLOCKAdjust the clock on the setting screen ofthe vehicle information display. For addi-tional information, refer to “Settings” in thissection. If the power supply (12-volt battery)is disconnected, the clock will not indicatethe correct time. Readjust the time.

ECO MODE INDICATORThe ECO mode indicator illuminates in thevehicle information display when the ECOmode has been activated. The ECO modeis used to help extend the range that thevehicle can be driven by consuming lesspower. For additional information, refer to"ECO mode" in the "Starting and driving"section of this manual.

E-PEDAL SYSTEM INDICATORThis indicator "e-Pedal" illuminates withinthe vehicle information display when thee-Pedal system has been activated. The"e-Pedal OFF" illuminates when the systemhas been deactivated. For additional infor-mation, refer to “e-Pedal system” in the“Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

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12-volt battery charge warning light Master warning light (red/yellow) High beam indicator light (blue)

or Anti-lock Braking System(ABS) warning light

Power steering warning light Plug-in indicator light

Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestri-ans (VSP) OFF system warning light

Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) warning light Power limitation indicator light

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) withPedestrian Detection system warning light

Seat belt warning light READY to drive indicator light

or Brake system warning light(yellow)

Supplemental air bag warning light Security indicator light

or Brake warning light (red) or Electronic parking brake indica-tor light

Slip indicator light

or Electronic parking brake sys-tem warning light (yellow) (if soequipped)

Exterior light indicator light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Electric shift control system warning light Front fog light indicator light (if soequipped)

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indica-tor light

Electric Vehicle (EV) system warning light Front passenger air bag status light

Low tire pressure warning light High Beam Assist indicator light

WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTSAND AUDIBLE REMINDERS


CHECKING LIGHTSWith all doors closed, apply the parkingbrake, fasten the seat belts and place thepower switch for LEAF to the ON positionwithout starting the EV system. The follow-ing lights (if so equipped) will come on:

, , or , ;The following lights (if so equipped) comeon briefly and then turn off:

or (yellow), , or(red), or , , , ,, , ,

If any light does not come on or operate ina way other than described, it may indicatea burned-out bulb and/or a system mal-function. Have the system checked. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.Some indicators and warnings are also dis-played on the vehicle information display.For additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in this section.

WARNING LIGHTSFor additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in this section.

12-volt battery chargewarning light

The DC/DC converter converts 400 volt Li-ion battery voltage to charge the 12-voltbattery.This light illuminates continuously after thebulb is checked when the power switch isin the ON position, and turns off when thepower switch is placed in the READY todrive position.When this warning light illuminates, achime sounds and the following warningsare also displayed.• Master warning (red)• EV system warning lightThe following messages also flash on andoff on the vehicle information display.If the vehicle is being driven; “Stop the ve-hicle” and if the vehicle is stopped; “Whenparked apply parking brake”. When thesemessages flash, immediately stop the ve-hicle in a safe location, pull the parkingbrake switch and push the P (Park) positionswitch on the shift lever to place the vehiclein the P (Park) position. The warning on themeter and the chime stops when the park-ing brake is operated or the vehicle is in theP (Park) position. Have the system checked.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

CAUTION

• The DC/DC converter system maynot be functioning properly if the 12-volt battery charge warning light illu-minates continuously when thepower switch is in the READY to driveposition. Immediately stop the ve-hicle in a safe location and have thesystem checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for this service.

• The DC/DC converter system maynot be functioning properly if the 12-volt warning light illuminates con-tinuously when the power switch is inthe READY to drive position. Do notcharge the 12-volt battery while thiswarning light is illuminated. It maylead to a malfunction of the DC/DCconverter system. Have the systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.


NOTE:• If the vehicle does not go into the

READY to drive position (when thepower switch is pushed and the brakepedal is depressed), jump-start the ve-hicle to place the power switch in theREADY to drive position. For additionalinformation, refer to “Jump starting” inthe “In case of emergency” section ofthis manual.

• Do not jump-start the vehicle if theconditions below occur. Have the sys-tem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service:– If the 12-volt charge warning light

turns off when the vehicle is in theREADY to drive mode, the 12-volt bat-tery may be discharged or there maybe a malfunction in the 12-volt bat-tery related system.

– If the 12-volt charge warning lightcontinues to illuminate when the ve-hicle is in the READY to drive mode,there may be a malfunction in theDC/DC converter. Have the systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

or Anti-lockBraking System(ABS) warninglight

When the power switch is in the ON orREADY to drive position, the Anti-lock Brak-ing System (ABS) warning light illuminatesand then turns off. This indicates the ABS isoperational.If the ABS warning light illuminates whilethe power switch is in the READY to driveposition, or while driving, it may indicate theABS is not functioning properly. Have thesystem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lockfunction is turned off. The brake systemthen operates normally, but without anti-lock assistance. For additional information,refer to “Brake system” in the “Starting anddriving” section of this manual.

Approaching VehicleSound for Pedestrians(VSP) system OFFwarning light

The Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-trians (VSP) system OFF warning light islocated on the instrument panel.This light comes on if there is a malfunctionin the VSP system.If the VSP system OFF warning light illumi-nates while the power switch is in the ONposition, or in the READY to drive position, itmay indicate the VSP system is not func-tioning properly. Have the system checked.It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.For additional information, refer to “Ap-proaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians(VSP) system” in the “EV overview” section ofthis manual.

Automatic EmergencyBraking (AEB) withPedestrian Detectionsystem warning light

This light comes on when the power switchis placed in the ON position. It turns off afterthe EV system is started.


This light illuminates when the AEB withPedestrian Detection system is set to OFFin the vehicle information display.If the light illuminates when the AEB withPedestrian Detection system is on, it mayindicate that the system is unavailable. Foradditional information, refer to “AutomaticEmergency Braking (AEB) with PedestrianDetection” and “Intelligent Forward Colli-sion Warning (I-FCW)” in the “Starting anddriving” section of this manual.

or Brake systemwarning light(yellow)

This light functions for both the coopera-tive regenerative brake and the electroni-cally driven intelligent brake systems.When the power switch is placed in the ONposition or in the READY to drive position,the light remains illuminated for about 2 or3 seconds. If the light illuminates at anyother time, it may indicate that the coop-erative regenerative brake and/or the elec-tronically driven intelligent brake systemsare not functioning properly. Have the sys-tem checked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

If the BRAKE warning light (red) also illumi-nates, stop the vehicle immediately andhave the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service. For additionalinformation, refer to “Brake system” in the“Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

WARNING

• Pressing the brake pedal when thepower switch position is not in theON or READY to drive position and/orlow brake fluid level may increase thestopping distance and braking willrequire greater pedal effort as well aspedal travel.

• If the brake fluid level is below theminimum or MIN mark on the brakefluid reservoir, do not drive until thebrake system has been checked. It isrecommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

• The cooperative regenerative brakesystem may not be working properlyif the brake system warning light illu-minates when the READY to drive in-dicator light is ON. If you judge it to besafe, drive carefully to the nearestservice station for repairs. Otherwise,have your vehicle towed becausedriving could be dangerous.

or Brake warninglight (red)

When the power switch is placed in the ONposition or in the READY to drive position,the light remains illuminated for about afew seconds. If the light illuminates at anyother time, it may indicate that the hydrau-lic brake system is not functioning properly.If the BRAKE warning light illuminates, stopthe vehicle immediately and have the sys-tem checked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.Parking brake indicatorWhen the power switch is placed in the ONposition, the light comes on when the park-ing brake is applied.


Low brake fluid warning lightWhen the power switch is in the ON posi-tion, the light warns of a low brake fluidlevel. If this warning light illuminates, theVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warninglight and the brake system warning light(yellow) also illuminate.If the light illuminates while the powerswitch is in the READY to drive position withthe parking brake not applied, stop the ve-hicle and perform the following items.1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is

necessary, add fluid and have the sys-tem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Mainte-nance and do-it-yourself ” section of thismanual.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have thewarning system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

WARNING

• Your brake system may not be work-ing properly if the warning light is on.Driving could be dangerous. If youjudge the brake system to be safe,drive carefully to the nearest servicestation for repairs. Otherwise, haveyour vehicle towed because driving itcould be dangerous.

• Pressing the brake pedal when thepower switch position is not in theON or READY to drive position and/orlow brake fluid level may increase thestopping distance and braking willrequire greater pedal effort as well aspedal travel.

• If the brake fluid level is below theminimum or MIN mark on the brakefluid reservoir, do not drive until thebrake system has been checked. It isrecommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

or Electronic parkingbrake system warninglight (yellow) (if soequipped)

The electronic parking brake system warn-ing light function for the electronic brakingbrake system. When the power switch isplaced in the ON position, the light illumi-nates for a few seconds. If the warning lightilluminates at any other time, it may indi-cate that the electronic parking brake sys-tem is not function properly. Have the sys-tem checked immediately. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

Electric shift controlsystem warning light

This light illuminates to warn when a mal-function occurs in the electric shift controlsystem. When the master warning light illu-minates, the chime sounds and the mes-sage, “When parked apply parking brake”, isdisplayed on the vehicle information dis-play.When the power switch is in the OFF posi-tion, the chime sounds continuously. Makesure the parking brake is applied.


Have the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

Electric Vehicle (EV) systemwarning light

This light illuminates if there is a malfunc-tion in the following systems. Have the sys-tem checked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.• Traction motor and inverter system• Charge port or on board charger• Li-ion battery system• Cooling system• Shift control system• Emergency shut off system is activated.

For additional information, refer to “Emer-gency shut-off system” in the “EV over-view” section of this manual.

Low tire pressure warninglight

Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pres-sure Monitoring System (TPMS) that moni-tors the tire pressure of all tires.

The low tire pressure warning light warnsof low tire pressure or indicates that theTPMS is not functioning properly.After the power switch is placed in the ONposition, this light illuminates for about 1second and then turns off.Low tire pressure warningIf the vehicle is being driven with low tirepressure, the warning light will illuminate.The “Tire Pressure Low— Add Air” warningalso appears on the vehicle informationdisplay.When the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates, you should stop and adjust thetire pressure to the recommended COLDtire pressure shown on the Tire and Load-ing Information label. The low tire pressurewarning light does not automatically turnoff when the tire pressure is adjusted. Afterthe tire is inflated to the recommendedpressure, the vehicle must be driven atspeeds above 16 mph (25 km/h) to activatethe TPMS and turn off the low tire pressurewarning light. Use a tire pressure gauge tocheck the tire pressure.

The “Tire Pressure Low— Add Air” warningappears each time the power switch isplaced in the ON position as long as the lowtire pressure warning light remains illumi-nated.For additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in this section, “TirePressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the“Starting and driving” section and “In caseof emergency” section of this manual.TPMS malfunctionIf the TPMS is not functioning properly, thelow tire pressure warning light will flash forapproximately 1 minute when the powerswitch is placed in the ON position. Thelight will remain on after the 1 minute. Havethe system checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service. The “Tire Pressure Low—Add Air” warning does not appear if the lowtire pressure warning light illuminates toindicate a TPMS malfunction.For additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in this section and“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” inthe “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.


WARNING

• Radio waves could adversely affectelectric medical equipment. Thosewho use a pacemaker should contactthe electric medical equipmentmanufacturer for the possible influ-ences before use.

• If the light does not illuminate whenthe power switch is placed in the ONposition, have the vehicle checked. Itis recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soonas possible for this service.

• If the light illuminates while driving,avoid sudden steering maneuvers orabrupt braking, reduce vehiclespeed, pull off the road to a safe loca-tion and stop the vehicle as soon aspossible. Driving with under-inflatedtires may permanently damage thetires and increase the likelihood oftire failure. Serious vehicle damagecould occur and may lead to an acci-dent and could result in serious per-sonal injury or death. Check the tirepressure for all four tires. Adjust thetire pressure to the recommendedCOLD tire pressure shown on the Tire

and Loading Information label toturn the low tire pressure warninglight OFF. If the light still illuminateswhile driving after adjusting the tirepressure, a tire may be flat or theTPMS may be malfunctioning. If youhave a flat tire, replace it with a re-placement tire as soon as possible. Ifno tire is flat and all tires are properlyinflated, have the vehicle checked. Itis recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

• When replacing a wheel without theTPMS such as a spare tire, the TPMSwill not function and the low tirepressure warning light will flash forapproximately 1 minute. The light willremain on after 1 minute. Have thesystem checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer as soon as possible for tire re-placement and/or system resetting.

• Replacing tires with those not origi-nally specified by NISSAN could af-fect the proper operation of theTPMS.

CAUTION

• The TPMS is not a substitute for theregular tire pressure check. Be sureto check the tire pressure regularly.

• If the vehicle is being driven atspeeds of less than 16 mph (25 km/h),the TPMS may not operate correctly.

• Be sure to install the specified size oftires to the four wheels correctly.

Master warning light(red/yellow)

There are two types of master warninglights: yellow and red. These lights illumi-nate if any warning lights or indicator lightsare illuminated or if various vehicle infor-mation warnings appear in the vehicle in-formation display.Yellow master warning lightThis light illuminates when a yellow warn-ing light within the vehicle information dis-play is illuminated or when a message isdisplayed on the vehicle information dis-play.


Red master warning lightThis light illuminates when a red warninglight within the vehicle information displayis illuminated or when a warning is dis-played on the vehicle information display.

Power steeringwarning light

When the power switch is in the ON posi-tion, the electric power steering warninglight illuminates and turns off when thepower switch is placed in the READY todrive position. This indicates the electricpower steering system is operational.If the electric power steering warning lightilluminates while the READY to drive indica-tor light is ON, it may indicate the electricpower steering system is not functioningproperly and may need servicing. Have theelectric power steering system checked. Itis recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.When the electric power steering warninglight illuminates while the READY to driveindicator is ON, the power assist to thesteering will cease operation but you willstill have control of the vehicle. At this time,greater steering efforts are required to op-

erate the steering wheel, especially insharp turns and at low speeds.For additional information, refer to “Powersteering system” in the “Starting and driv-ing” section of this manual.

Rear Automatic Braking(RAB) warning light

This light comes on when the power switchis placed in the ON position. It turns off afterthe EV system is started.This light illuminates when the RAB systemis turned off in the vehicle information dis-play.If the light illuminates when the RAB sys-tem is on, it may indicate that the system isunavailable. For additional information, re-fer to “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)” in the“Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

Seat beltwarning light

The light and chime remind you to fastenyour seat belts. The light illuminates when-ever the power switch is placed in the ONposition, and will remain illuminated untilthe driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the

same time, the chime will sound for ap-proximately 6 seconds unless the driver’sseat belt is securely fastened.The seat belt warning light for the frontpassenger will illuminate if the seat belt isnot fastened when the front passenger’sseat is occupied. The front passenger seatbelt warning light does not activate until 5seconds after the power switch is in the ONposition.For additional information, refer to “Seatbelts” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint system” section ofthis manual for precautions on seat beltusage.

Supplemental air bagwarning light

After turning the power switch to the ONposition, the supplemental air bag warninglight will illuminate. The supplemental airbag warning light will turn off after about 7seconds if the supplemental front air bagand supplemental side air bag, curtainside-impact air bag systems and/or pre-tensioner seat belt are operational.If any of the following conditions occur, thefront air bag, side air bag, curtain air bagand pretensioner systems need servicing


and your vehicle must be taken to yournearest NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.• The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 sec-onds.

• The supplemental air bag warning lightflashes intermittently.

• The supplemental air bag warning lightdoes not illuminate at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the Supple-mental Restraint Systems and/or the pre-tensioners may not function properly.For additional information, refer to “Supple-mental restraint system (SRS)” in the “Safety— Seats, seat belts and supplemental re-straint system” section of this manual.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warninglight is on, it could mean that the frontair bag, side air bag, curtain air bagand/or pretensioner systems will notoperate in an accident. To help avoidinjury to yourself or others, have yourvehicle checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer as soon as possible for this ser-vice.

INDICATOR LIGHTSFor additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in this section.

or Electronic parkingbrake indicatorlight

When the power switch is placed in the ONposition, the light comes on when the park-ing brake is applied.

Exterior lightindicator light

This indicator illuminates when the head-light switch is turned to the AUTO, or

position and the front parking lights,side marker lights, tail and license platelights are on. The indicator turns off whenthese lights are turned off.

Front fog light indicatorlight (if so equipped)

The front fog indicator light illuminateswhen the front fog lights are on. For addi-tional information, refer to “Fog light switch”in this section.

Front passenger air bagstatus light

The front passenger air bag status light(located on the center of the instrumentpanel) will be lit and the passenger front airbag and passenger knee airbag will beturned off depending on how the front pas-senger seat is being used.For front passenger air bag status light op-eration, refer to “NISSAN Advanced Air BagSystem (front seats)” in the “Safety — Seats,seat belts and supplemental restraint sys-tem” section of this manual.

High Beam Assist indicatorlight

The indicator light illuminates when theheadlights come on while the headlightswitch is in the AUTO position with the highbeam selected. This indicates that the highbeam assist system is operational. For ad-ditional information, refer to “Headlightbeam select” in this section.

High beam indicator light(blue)

This light illuminates when the headlighthigh beam is on and goes out when the lowbeam is selected.


Plug-inindicator light

This light illuminates when the charge con-nector is connected to the vehicle andblinks during charging.

NOTE:

If the charge connector is connected tothe vehicle, the power switch cannot beplaced in the READY to drive position.

Power limitationindicator light

When the power limitation indicator light isilluminated, the power provided to the trac-tion motor is reduced. Therefore the ve-hicle is not as responsive when the accel-erator is depressed while the powerlimitation light is illuminated.When this light comes on, the warning dis-play appears within the vehicle informationdisplay. Follow the instructions provided onthe vehicle information display.This light illuminates in the following condi-tions.• Li-ion battery available charge is ex-

tremely low

• Li-ion battery temperature is very low(approximately −4°F (−20°C)

• When the temperature of the EV systemis high (motor, inverter, coolant system,Li-ion battery etc.)

• When the EV system has a malfunction.If the low battery charge indicator is illumi-nated, charge the Li-ion battery as soon aspossible.If this indicator illuminates because the Li-ion battery is cold due to low outside tem-peratures, move the vehicle to a warmerlocation. The Li-ion battery temperaturemay be increased by charging the Li-ionbattery.If the light illuminates when the EV systembecomes hot due to continuous hill climb-ing, either continue driving at a slower safespeed or stop the vehicle in a safe location.If this indicator does not turn off, have thesystem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.The indicator illuminates when a part in theEV system has malfunctioned. If the indica-tor illuminates in a situation other thanthose described above, or if it does not turnoff, there may be a system malfunction.Have the system checked. It is recom-

mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

WARNING

Power limitation mode can result in re-duced power and vehicle speed. The re-duced speed may be lower than othertraffic, which could increase the chanceof a collision. Be especially carefulwhen driving. If the vehicle cannotmaintain a safe driving speed, pull tothe side of the road in a safe area.Charge the Li-ion battery if the chargeis low or allow the Li-ion battery to cool.

NOTE:

You can reduce charging time and keepthe Li-ion battery temperature lower ifyou:• Charge more frequently in smaller

amounts, and• Keep the battery at a higher level of

charge.

READY to driveindicator light

The READY to drive indicator light illumi-nates when the EV system is powered andthe vehicle may be driven.


The READY to drive indicator light will turnoff in the following conditions.• Certain EV system malfunctions.• The READY to drive indicator light turns

off immediately before the Li-ion batteryis completely discharged. If the Li-ion bat-tery becomes completely discharged,the vehicle must be charged in order tobe driven. For additional information, re-fer to “Low battery charge indicator” inthis section.

Securityindicator light

This light blinks when the power switch is inthe ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This func-tion indicates the security systemequipped on the vehicle is operational.If the security system is malfunctioning,this light will remain on while the powerswitch is in the ON position. For additionalinformation, refer to “Security systems” inthis section.

Slip indicator lightThis indicator light will blink when the VDCsystem or the traction control system isoperating, thus alerting that the vehicle is

nearing its traction limits. The road surfacemay be slippery.You may feel or hear the system working;this is normal. The light will blink for a fewseconds after the VDC system stops limit-ing wheel spin.The indicator light also comes on whenyou place the power switch in the ON posi-tion.The light will turn off after approximately 2seconds if the system is operational. If thelight does not come on, have the systemchecked. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

Turn signal/hazardindicator lights

This light flashes when the turn signalswitch lever or hazard switch is turned on.

Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator light

This light illuminates when the Vehicle Dy-namic Control (VDC) is turned off in thevehicle information display. This indicatesthat the VDC system is not operating. Foradditional information, refer to “Vehicle Dy-

namic Control (VDC) system” in the “Start-ing and driving” section of this manual.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS

Brake pad wear warningThe disc brake pads have audible wearwarnings. When a brake pad requires re-placement, it will make a high pitchedscraping sound when the vehicle is in mo-tion. This scraping sound will first occuronly when the brake pedal is depressed.After more wear of the brake pad, thesound will always be heard even if thebrake pedal is not depressed. Have thebrakes checked as soon as possible if thewarning sound is heard.

Electric shift control systemreminder chimeIf an improper shift operation is performed,for safety reasons a chime will sound andat the same time, depending on the condi-tions, the operation will be canceled or theshift position will switch to the N (Neutral)position.For additional information, refer to “Drivingthe vehicle” in the “Starting and driving” sec-tion of this manual.


Key reminder chimeA chime will sound if the driver's side door isopened while the power switch is pushedto the ON or ACC position.Make sure that the power switch is pushedto the OFF position, and take the IntelligentKey with you when leaving the vehicle.

Light reminder chimeThe light reminder chime will sound whenthe driver side door is opened with the lightswitch in the or position, andthe power switch is in the ACC, OFF or LOCKposition.Turn the light switch off when you leave thevehicle.

Parking brake reminder chimeA chime sounds if the parking brake is setand the vehicle is driven. The chime willstop if the parking brake is released or thevehicle speed returns to zero.

Power switch reminder chimeThe power switch reminder chime willsound when the driver's door is openedwhile the power switch is in the ON or

READY to drive position. Push the powerswitch to the OFF position.

Seat belt warning chimeThe seat belt warning chime will sound forabout 6 seconds unless the driver’s seatbelt is securely fastened.

12-volt battery chargewarning chimeIf the 12-volt battery charge warning lightilluminates, the chime will sound when awarning message is displayed in the ve-hicle information display.When the chime sounds, immediately stopthe vehicle in a safe location and push the P(Park) position switch on the shift lever andapply the parking brake. The 12-volt batterycharge warning light turns off and thechime will stop when the parking brake isapplied or the vehicle is placed in the P(Park) position. Have the system checked. Itis recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service. Foradditional information, refer to “12-volt bat-tery charge warning light” in this section.

The vehicle information display is locatedto the left of the speedometer. It displaysitems such as:• Battery information• Energy economy• Average vehicle speed• Driving distance• Driving time• Cruise control information• Intelligent Key information• Indicators and warnings

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HOW TO USE THE VEHICLEINFORMATION DISPLAYThe vehicle information display can bechanged by using the

and OK buttons located on the steer-ing wheel.

O1 OK Use this button to changeor select items.

O2 Use these buttons to navi-gate the vehicle informa-tion display.

O3 Use this button to return tothe previous menu.

O4 Use these buttons to navi-gate the vehicle informa-tion display.

The OK, buttonsalso control audio and control panel func-tions in some conditions. Most screens andmenus offer instruction prompts of thesteering switches to indicate how to con-trol the vehicle information display. Whitedots appear on the left side of the vehicleinformation display when there is morethan one page of menu items. The OK,and change the audio source and thebuttons also control voice recognitionmanual mode. For additional information,refer to the separate NissanConnect®Manual (for Leaf).

STARTUP DISPLAYWith the vehicle in the ON position, the ve-hicle information display may display thefollowing screens:• Battery information• Audio• Navigation

• Energy Economy• Driving Aids• Warnings• SettingsWarnings will only display if there are anypresent. For additional information, refer to“Vehicle information display warnings andindicators” in this section.To control which items display in the ve-hicle information display, refer to “Metersettings” in this section.

SETTINGSThe settings mode allows you to changethe information displayed in the vehicle in-formation display as well as enable anddisable various vehicle features and sys-tems. The settings include:• VDC Setting• Driver Assistance• Customize Display• Vehicle Settings• EV Settings• TPMS Settings• Maintenance• Clock• Unit/Language• Factory Reset

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VDC SettingThe VDC setting menu allows the user to the adjust the VDC settings.

Menu Item ResultSystem Allows user to turn the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on or off.

Driver AssistanceThe driver assistance menu allows the user to change the settings for driving, parking, and braking aids.

Menu Item ResultSteering Assist (if so equipped) Allows user to turn the steering assist feature on or off. For additional information, refer to “ProPI-

LOT Assist” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.Lane Displays the available lane options.

Lane Departure Warning Allows user to turn the Lane Departure Warning on and off. For additional information, refer to“Lane Departure Warning (LDW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

Lane Departure Prevention Allows user to turn the Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) on and off. For additional information,refer to “Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

Blind Spot Displays the available blind spot options.Blind Spot Warning Allows user to turn the Blind Spot Warning on and off. For additional information, refer to “Blind

Spot Warning” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.Blind Spot Intervention Allows user to turn the Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) on and off. For additional informa-

tion, refer to “Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)” in the “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

Side Indicator Brightness Allows user to set the brightness of the side indicator.Emergency Brake Displays the available emergency brake options.

Front Allows user to turn the emergency brake on and off. For additional information, refer to “Auto-matic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection” and “Intelligent Forward CollisionWarning (I-FCW)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

Rear Allows user to turn the rear emergency braking system on and off. For additional information,refer to "Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.


Menu Item ResultParking Aids Displays the available parking aids.

Sonar Allows user to select sonar system features. For additional information, refer to “Rear Sonar Sys-tem (RSS) in the “Starting and driving section of this manual.

Parkingsonar

Allows user to select parking sonar settings: OFF or ON.

Display Allows user to turn the parking sonar display on or off.Volume Allows user to change the volume of the parking aid chimes: High, Med. LowRange Allows user to select the range in which the parking sonar will activate: Far, Mid, Near.

Moving Object (if soequipped)

Allows user to turn the Moving Object Detection on and off. For additional information, refer to“Moving Object Detection (MOD)” in the “Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition sys-tems” section of this manual.

Cross Traffic Allows user to turn the cross traffic alert on and off. For additional information, refer to “RearCross Traffic Alert (RCTA)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

Driver Attention Alert(if so equipped)

Allows user to turn the driver attention alert on or off. For additional information, refer to “Intelli-gent Driver Alertness (I-DA)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

Timer Alert Allows user to set or reset an alert at a specific tune interval.Low Temperature Alert Allows user to turn the low temperature alert on or off.Chassis Control Displays the available chassis controls.

Active Trace Control (Intelligent TraceControl)

Allows user to turn the chassis control on or off. For additional information, refer to “Chassis con-trol” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.

e-Pedal Displays the available e-Pedal options.Retain Mode Allows user to turn the retain mode on or off. For additional information, refer to “e-Pedal system”

in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.


Customize DisplayThe customize display menu allows the user to change the settings for the vehicle information display.

Menu Item ResultMain Menu Selection Displays the available main menu selection options.

Cruise Allows user to turn the Cruise screen on or off in the vehicle information display.Driving Aids Allows user to turn the safety shield screen on or off in the vehicle information display.Status Allows user to turn the status screen on or off in the vehicle information display.Tire Pressures Allows user to turn the tire pressures screen on or off in the vehicle information display.Drive Computer Allows user to turn the drive computer screen on or off in the vehicle information display.Chassis Control Allows user to turn the chassis control screen on or off in the vehicle information display.

ECO Info Settings Displays the available ECO Info Settings.ECO Drive Report Allows user to turn the ECO drive report on or off.View History Allows user to view and reset the ECO drive report history.

Navigation Settings Displays the available navigation settings.Alerts Allows user to turn the navigation alerts on or off.

Cruise Screen Transition Allows user to turn the Cruise screen transition on or off.Welcome Effect Displays the available welcome effects.

Gauges Allows user to turn the gauges effect on or off.Animation Allows user to turn the animation effect on or off.


Vehicle SettingsThe vehicle settings menu allows the user to change the settings for the lights, locks, wipers and other vehicle settings.

Menu Item ResultRear Door Alert Displays the available Rear Door Alert options. For additional information, refer to “Rear Door Alert”

in this section.Horn & Alert When selected, the alert is displayed and horn sounds.Alert Only When selected, only the alert is displayed.OFF When selected, no alert or horn will be active.

Lighting Displays the available lighting options.Auto Room Lamp Allows user to turn the auto room lamp on or offLight Sensitivity Allows user to change when the lights illuminate based on the brightness outside the vehicle.Light Off Delay Allows user to change the duration of time that the automatic headlights stay on after the vehicle

is shut off.Locking Displays the available locking options.

Ext. Door Switch Allows user to turn the exterior door switch on or off. When turned on, the request switch on thedoor is activated.

Selective Unlock Allows user to turn selective unlock on or off. When turned on, only the current door is unlockedafter the door unlock operation. When the door handle request switch on the driver’s or front pas-senger’s side door is pushed to be unlocked, only the corresponding door is unlocked first. All thedoors can be unlocked if the door unlock operation is performed again within 5 seconds. Whenthis item is turned off, all the doors will be unlocked after the door unlock operation is performedonce.

Wipers Displays the available wiper settings. For additional information, refer to “Wiper and washer switch”in this section.

Speed Dependent Allows user to turn the speed dependent feature on or off.


EV SettingsThe EV settings menu allows the user to change the settings for charging the vehicle.

Menu Item ResultChg. Connector Lock Allows user to lock or unlock the charging connection.Charge Timer1 Allows user to set charge timer 1.Charge Timer2 Allows user to set charge timer 2.Chg. Timer Only at HOME (if so equipped) Allows user to set charging timer only at home.Charge Time Screen Allows user to select the display time screen based on charge method.Climate Ctrl. Timer1 Allows user to set climate control timer 1.Climate Ctrl. Timer2 Allows user to set climate control timer 2.

TPMS SettingsThe TPMS settings menu allows the user to change the tire pressure units displayed in the vehicle information display.

Menu Item ResultTire Pressure Unit Allows user to select the tire pressure units that will display in the vehicle information display.

MaintenanceThe maintenance menu allows the user to set reminders for various vehicle maintenance items.

Menu Item ResultMaintenance Displays available maintenance reminder options.

Tire Allows user to set a reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one.Other Allows user to set a reminder at a specific interval or reset the current one.


ClockMenu Item Result

Clock Clock Mode Allows user to select the clock setting mode.Clock Format Allows user to select from 12 hour and 24 hour formats.Daylight Saving Time (if so equipped) Allows user to turn daylight saving time mode on or off.Time Zone Allows user to set a time zone.Set Clock Manually Allows user to set a clock manually.

Unit/LanguageThe unit/language menu allows the user to change the units shown in the vehicle information display.

Menu Item ResultMileage/Energy Allows user to select the preferred mileage/energy unit of measure to display.Tire Pressures Allows user to select the preferred tire pressure unit of measure to display.Temperature Allows user to select the preferred temperature unit of measure to display.Language Allows user to select the preferred language to display.

Factory ResetThe factory reset menu allows the user to restore the vehicle information display settings to factory status.

Menu Item ResultFactory Reset Allows user to reset the vehicle information display settings to the original factory settings. Once

selected, the user can confirm or cancel the reset.


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1. Push brake and power switch to drive

2. No Key Detected

3. Key Battery Low

4. EV system operation for discharged In-telligent Key system indicator

5. Door open

6. Low battery charge indicator

7. Driver alert

8. Low outside air temperature

9. Low Washer Fluid (if so equipped)

10. Reminder Turn OFF Headlights

11. Tire Pressure Low — Add Air

12. Cruise control indicator (if so equipped)

13. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) indica-tors (if so equipped)

14. Shift to Park

15. Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual

16. Release Parking Brake

17. ProPILOT Assist (if so equipped)/Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)/Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)indicator

18. Not Available Seat Belt Not Fastened (ifso equipped)

19. Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual

20. Indicators for maintenance

21. Steering Assist indicator (if soequipped)

22. Steering Assist warning (if so equipped)

23. Not Available Front Radar Blocked

24. Unavailable Side Radar Obstruction

25. Not Available Visibility is Impaired (if soequipped)

26. Not Available Bad Weather (if soequipped)

27. Driver Attention Alert Take a Break? (ifso equipped)

28. Driver Attention Alert System Fault (if soequipped)

29. Unavailable High Cabin Temperature

30. Not Available Parking Brake On (if soequipped)

31. Not Available Poor Road Conditions (ifso equipped)

32. Currently not available (if so equipped)

33. Not Available System Malfunction

34. Press Brake Pedal (if so equipped)

35. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)indicator

36. Vehicle ahead detection indicator

37. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse

38. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator

39. Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) systemwarning indicator

40. Headlight System Error: See Owner’sManual (if so equipped)

41. When Parked Apply Parking Brake

42. T/M system malfunction Visit dealer

43. Check position of shift lever

44. Chassis Control System Error: SeeOwner’s Manual

45. Press brake pedal to operate e-Pedalswitch

46. Rear Door Alert is activated

47. Check Rear Seat For All Articles

48. e-Pedal system failure! Press brakepedal to slow or stop (if so equipped)

49. Parking Sensor2-34 Instruments and controls

50. Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’sManual

Push brake and power switch todriveThis indicator appears while the vehicle isin the P (Park) position. This indicatormeans that the EV system will start whenthe power switch is pressed with the brakepedal depressed.

No Key DetectedThis warning appears in either of the fol-lowing conditions:

No key inside the vehicle:This warning appears when the door isclosed with the Intelligent Key left outsidethe vehicle and the power switch in theACC or ON position. Make sure that theIntelligent Key is inside the vehicle.

Unregistered Intelligent Key:This warning appears when the powerswitch is placed in the ON, ACC or READY todrive position and the Intelligent Key can-not be recognized by the system. You can-not place the power switch in the READY todrive position with an unregistered key. Usean Intelligent Key that has been registered.

For additional information, refer to “NISSANIntelligent Key® system” in the “Pre-drivingchecks and adjustments” section of thismanual.

Key Battery LowThis indicator appears when the IntelligentKey battery is running out of power.If this indicator appears, replace the bat-tery with a new one. For additional infor-mation, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®battery replacement” in the “Maintenanceand do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.

EV system operation fordischarged Intelligent Key systemindicatorThis indicator appears when the IntelligentKey battery is running out of power andwhen the Intelligent Key system and ve-hicle are not communicating normally.If this indicator appears, touch the powerswitch with the Intelligent Key while de-pressing the brake pedal. For additional in-formation, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key®battery discharge” in the “Starting and driv-ing” section of this manual.

Door openThis warning appears if any of the doorsand/or the rear hatch are open or notclosed securely. The vehicle icon indicateswhich door or the rear hatch is open on thedisplay. Make sure that all of the doors andthe rear hatch are closed.This warning also appears alternating withthe Shift to Park warning while the driver'sdoor is opened with the shift position inany position other than the P (Park) posi-tion. For additional information, refer to“Shift to Park” in this section.

Low battery charge indicatorThis light illuminates when the available Li-ion battery charge is getting low. Charge assoon as it is possible, preferably before theLi-ion battery available charge gaugereaches 0%.

NOTE:

The low battery charge indicator turnsoff immediately before the Li-ion batteryis completely discharged and the vehiclewill stop. If the Li-ion battery becomescompletely discharged, the vehicle mustbe charged in order to be driven.


Driver alertThis warning appears when the previouslyset time for a break is reached. You can setthe time for up to 6 hours in the settingmenu. For additional information, refer to“Vehicle information display” in this section.

Low outside air temperatureThe outside air temperature is displayed in°F or °C in the range of −20°F to 140°F (−30°Cto 60°C).The outside air temperature mode in-cludes a low temperature warning feature.If the outside air temperature is below 37°F(3°C), the warning is displayed on thescreen.The outside temperature sensor is locatedin front side of the vehicle. The sensor maybe affected by road, wind directions andother driving conditions. The display maydiffer from the actual outside temperatureor the temperature displayed on varioussigns or billboards.

Low Washer Fluid (if so equipped)This warning appears when the washertank fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluidas necessary. For additional information,refer to “Windshield washer fluid” in the“Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section.

Reminder Turn OFF HeadlightsThis warning appears when the powerswitch is turned to the OFF position but theheadlight switch is still on. Turn off theheadlight switch.

Tire Pressure Low - Add AirThis warning appears when the low tirepressure warning light in the meter illumi-nates and low tire pressure is detected. Thewarning appears each time the powerswitch is placed in the ON position as longas the low tire pressure warning light re-mains illuminated.If this warning appears, stop the vehicle andadjust the tire pressure to the recom-mended COLD tire pressure shown on theTire and Loading Information label. For addi-tional information, refer to “Low tire pressurewarning light” in this section and “Tire Pres-sure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Start-ing and driving” section of this manual.

Cruise control indicator (if soequipped)This indicator shows the cruise control sys-tem status.When cruise control is activated, a greencircle will illuminate to indicate it is set. Thevehicle information display will also displaythe speed the cruise control was set at. Ifyou accelerate past the set speed, thespeed will blink until you either cancelcruise control or go back to the set speed. Ifcruise control is on and canceled, thespeed will be displayed to show the speedthe vehicle will return to if the resume but-ton is activated.For additional information, refer to “Cruisecontrol” in the “Starting and driving” sectionof this manual.

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)indicators (if so equipped)This indicator shows the Intelligent CruiseControl (ICC) system status. The status isshown by the color. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)”in the “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.


Shift to ParkThis warning appears alternately withdoor/rear hatch open warning when thedriver's door is opened with the shift posi-tion in any position other than the P (Park)position. If this warning appears, push the P(Park) position switch and place in the P(Park) position.For additional information, refer to “Dooropen” in this section.

Key System Error: See Owner’sManualAfter the power switch is pushed to the ONposition, this light comes on for about 2seconds and then turns off.The Key System Error message warns of amalfunction with the Intelligent Key sys-tem. If the light comes on while the motor isstopped, it may be impossible to start themotor.If the light comes on while the motor isrunning, you can drive the vehicle. However,have it repaired as soon as possible. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

Release Parking BrakeThis warning appears when the vehiclespeed is above 4 mph (7 km/h) (models notequipped with electronic parking brake) or2 mph (4 km/h) (models equipped withelectronic parking brake) and the parkingbrake is applied. Stop the vehicle and re-lease the parking brake.

ProPILOT Assist (if soequipped)/Intelligent LaneIntervention (I-LI)/ Intelligent BlindSpot Intervention (I-BSI) indicatorThis indicator appears when the followingsystems (if so equipped) is engaged:• ProPILOT Assist system (if so equipped)• Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)• Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)For additional information, refer to “ProPI-LOT Assist”, “Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI), or “Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) in the “Starting and driving” section ofthis manual.

Not Available Seat Belt NotFastened (if so equipped)This indicator appears when the ProPILOTAssist system will not engage because thedriver’s seat belt is not fastened. For addi-tional information, refer to “ProPILOT Assist”in the “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

Malfunction: See Owner’s ManualThis warning appears when one or more ofthe following systems (if so equipped) isnot functioning properly:• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)• Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with

Pedestrian Detection• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-

FCW)• Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)• Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)If one or more of these warning appears,have the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.


Indicators for maintenanceThese indicators appear when the cus-tomer set distance comes for replacingtires or other maintenance items. You canset or reset the distance for replacing tiresand other maintenance items.

WARNING

The tire replacement indicator is not asubstitute for regular tire checks, in-cluding tire pressure checks. For addi-tional information, refer to “Changingwheels and tires” in the “Maintenanceand do-it-yourself” section of thismanual. Many factors including tire in-flation, alignment, driving habits androad conditions affect tire wear andwhen tires should be replaced. Settingthe tire replacement indicator for a cer-tain driving distance does not meanyour tires will last that long. Use the tirereplacement indicator as a guide onlyand always perform regular tirechecks. Failure to perform regular tirechecks, including tire pressure checkscould result in tire failure. Serious ve-hicle damage could occur and may leadto a collision, which could result in seri-ous personal injury or death.

For scheduled maintenance items and in-tervals, refer to the NISSAN Service andMaintenance Guide.

Steering Assist indicator (if soequipped)This indicator appears when the SteeringAssist system is engaged. For additionalinformation, refer to “ProPilot Assist” in the“Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

Steering Assist warning (if soequipped)This message may appear when the Steer-ing Assist system is engaged.It will be displayed under the following con-dition:• When not holding the steering wheel or

when there is no steering wheel opera-tion.

Please hold the steering wheel immedi-ately. When the steering operation is de-tected, the warning turns off and the steer-ing assist function is automaticallyrestored.

Not Available Front Radar BlockedThis message appears when one or moreof the following systems (if so equipped)become unavailable due to an obstructionof the front radar.• Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)• Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-

FCW)• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with

Pedestrian DetectionFor additional information, refer to “Intelli-gent Cruise Control (ICC)”, “Intelligent For-ward Collision Warning (I-FCW)”, or “Auto-matic Emergency Braking (AEB) withPedestrian Detection” in the “Starting anddriving” section of this manual.

Unavailable Side RadarObstructionThis warning appears when there is radarblockage detected. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” inthe “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.


Not Available Visibility is Impaired(if so equipped)This message may appear when the Intel-ligent Cruise Control (ICC) (with ProPILOTAssist) system is engaged.Under the following conditions, the ICC(with ProPILOT Assist) system is automati-cally canceled:• The camera area of the windshield is

fogged up or covered with dirt, water, ice,snow, etc.

• Strong light, such as sunlight or highbeams from oncoming vehicles, entersthe front camera

The system will be available when theabove conditions no longer exist.If the warning message continues to ap-pear, stop the vehicle in a safe location, turnthe EV system off and clean the windshield.

Not Available Bad Weather (if soequipped)This message may appear when the Steer-ing Assist system is engaged.When the wiper (HI) operates, the SteeringAssist system is automatically canceled.

The system will be available when theabove conditions no longer exist.

Driver Attention Alert Take aBreak? (if so equipped)This alert appears when the system hasdetected the driver may be displaying fa-tigue or a lack of attention.

Driver Attention Alert SystemFault (if so equipped)This warning appears when the IntelligentDriver Alertness (I-DA) system is not func-tioning properly.For additional information, refer to “Intelli-gent Driver Alertness (I-DA)” in the “Startingand driving” section of this manual.

Unavailable High CabinTemperatureThis message appears when the cameradetects an interior temperature of morethan approximately 104°F (40°C).For additional information, refer to “LaneDeparture Warning (LDW)” in the “Startingand driving” section of this manual.

Not Available Parking Brake On (ifso equipped)This message may appear when the Intel-ligent Cruise Control (ICC) (with ProPILOTAssist) system is engaged.Under the following conditions, the ICC(with ProPILOT Assist) system is automati-cally canceled:• The electronic parking brake is applied.The above system cannot be used whenthe electronic parking brake is activated.

Not Available Poor RoadConditions (if so equipped)This message may appear when the Intel-ligent Cruise Control (ICC) (with ProPILOTAssist) system, the ICC system, IntelligentBlind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) or IntelligentLane Intervention (I-LI) is engaged.Under the following conditions, the ICC(with ProPILOT Assist) system, ICC system,Intelligent Blind Intervention (I-BSI) or Intel-ligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) is automati-cally canceled:• When the VDC operates.• When a wheel slips.The above system cannot be used in somesituations (VDC operates and wheel slip.)


Currently not available (if soequipped)This message may appear when the Intel-ligent Cruise Control (ICC) (with ProPILOTAssist) system or the ICC is engaged.Under the following condition, the ICC (withProPILOT Assist) system or the ICC systemis automatically canceled:• When the VDC system is turned off.The above system cannot be used in somesituations (VDC operates, wheel slip, andVDC system is off.)

Not Available System MalfunctionThis warning appears when one or more ofthe following systems (if so equipped) arenot functioning properly:• Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)• Blind Spot Warning (BSW)• ProPILOT AssistIf one or more of these warning appears,have the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

Press Brake Pedal (if so equipped)This message may appear in the followingsituations:• The driver tries to release the electronic

parking brake manually without depress-ing the brake pedal.

• The vehicle is stopped on a steep hill; andthere is a possibility of moving back-wards, even if the electronic parkingbrake is applied.

• The vehicle moves while the automaticbrake hold is activated.

For additional information, refer to “Elec-tronic parking brake” in the “Starting anddriving” section of this manual.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)indicatorThis indicator shows when the LDW systemis engaged.For additional information, refer to ”Warn-ing systems switch” in this section and“Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system” inthe “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

Vehicle ahead detection indicatorThis indicator shows when the AutomaticEmergency Braking with Pedestrian Detec-tion system is engaged and has detected avehicle.For additional information, refer to “Auto-matic Emergency Braking with PedestrianDetection” in the “Starting and driving” sec-tion of this manual.

Shipping Mode On Push StorageFuseThis warning may appear if the extendedstorage switch is not pushed in. When thiswarning appears, push in the extendedstorage switch to turn off the warning.For additional information, refer to “Extendedstorage switch” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)indicatorThis indicator shows when the BSW/I-BSIsystems are engaged.For additional information, refer to “BlindSpot Warning (BSW)” or “Intelligent BlindSpot Intervention (I-BSI)” in the “Startingand driving” section of this manual.


Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)system warning indicatorThis indicator illuminates to indicate thestatus of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)system.For additional information, refer to “RearAutomatic Braking (RAB)” in the “Startingand driving” section of this manual.

Headlight System Error: SeeOwner’s Manual (if so equipped)This warning appears when the LED head-lights are not functioning properly.If this warning appears, have your systemchecked. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

When Parked Apply Parking BrakeThis warning appears if there is a malfunc-tion in the electric shift control system. Thiswarning appears when the parking brakeis not applied, even after the vehicle hasbeen parked. The master warning light(red) also illuminates and the chimesounds.If the power switch cannot be placed in theOFF position, apply the parking brake and

then place the power switch in the OFFposition. The warning turns off and thechime stops.If this warning appears, have your systemchecked. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

T/M system malfunction VisitdealerThis warning appears if there is a malfunc-tion in the electric shift control system butoperation of the electric shift control is stillpossible. The master warning light (yellow)also illuminates and the chime sounds.When this occurs, check the shift positionindicator by the shift lever or in the vehicleinformation display to make sure thatshifting has been performed properly. It isrecommended that you contact a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer as soon as possible.

Check position of shift leverThis warning appears if the system cannotdetect the shift position. Make sure the ve-hicle is placed in a position properly.The master warning light (yellow) also illu-minates and the chime sounds. Check theshift position of the vehicle.

Chassis Control System Error: SeeOwner’s ManualThis warning appears if the chassis controlis not functioning properly. Have the sys-tem checked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice. For additional information, refer to“Chassis control” in the “Starting and driv-ing” section of this manual.

Press brake pedal to operatee-Pedal switchThis indicator appears when trying to turnthe e-Pedal off without depressing thebrake pedal when the vehicle is stopped.Depress the brake pedal before pulling thee-Pedal switch.

Rear Door Alert is activatedWhen the system is enabled, this messageappears when the Rear Door Alert systemis active and can remind the driver to checkthe back seat.• Using the steering wheel switch, a driver

can select “Dismiss Message” to clear thedisplay for a period of time. If no selectionis made, this message automaticallyturns off after a period of time.


• Using the steering wheel switch, a drivercan select “Disable Alert” to disable thehorn alert for the remainder of the cur-rent trip.

WARNING

Selecting “Dismiss Message” during astop within a trip temporarily dis-misses the message for that stop with-out turning the system off. Alerts canbe provided for other stops during thetrip. Selecting “Disable Alert” turns offthe Rear Door Alert system for the re-mainder of a trip and no audible alertwill be provided.

NOTE:

This system is disabled until a driver en-ables it using the vehicle informationdisplay. For additional information, referto “How to use the vehicle informationdisplay” in this section.For additional information, refer to “RearDoor Alert” in this section.

Check Rear Seat For All ArticlesWhen the system is enabled, this messageappears when the vehicle comes to a com-plete stop, the vehicle is transitioned fromthe D (Drive) position to P (Park) position,and the driver exits the vehicle. This mes-sage alerts the driver, after a period of time,to check for items in the rear seat after theaudible alert has been provided.

NOTE:

This system is disabled until a driver en-ables it using the vehicle informationdisplay. For additional information, referto “How to use the vehicle informationdisplay” in this section.For additional information, refer to “RearDoor Alert” in this section.

e—Pedal system failure! Pressbrake pedal to slow or stop (if soequipped)This warning is display when the e-Pedalsystem is malfunctioning. Have the systemchecked. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

Parking SensorThis indicator illuminates when the sensoris activated. Pressing the OK button whilethe sonar screen is displayed will dismissthis message until the next time the sen-sors are activated. The Parking Sensor sys-tem will remain on, unless it is disabled inthe vehicle information display. For addi-tional information, refer to “Rear Sonar Sys-tem (RSS)” in the “Starting and driving” sec-tion of this manual.

Parking Sensor Error: See Owner’sManualThis warning illuminates when there is anerror with the system. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Rear Sonar System (RSS)”in the “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

WARNING INFORMATION DISPLAYS(MODELS WITH A NAVIGATIONSYSTEM)

Low battery warningWhen the low battery charge indicator

and the master warning light (yellow)illuminate, the system displays a

message on the navigation system screen


that warns the driver that the Li-ion batterypower level is low.1. The notification is displayed on the up-

per left side of the STATUS screen. Touch[Show] to display the screen showingdetailed information.

2. The system displays a message screenand announces the contents of themessage to warn that the Li-ion batterypower level is low. Check the messagedisplayed on the screen.Touch [YES] to search for charging sta-tions within the estimated driving range.

3. Touch or push the MAP button toreturn to the vehicle location screen.

NOTE:• The low battery warning can be set to

off. For additional information, refer tothe NissanConnect® Manual for Leaf.

• When the battery power level is low,the system automatically obtainscharging station information.

Your vehicle has two types of security sys-tems, as follows:• Vehicle security system• NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer SystemThe security status is shown by the secu-rity indicator light.

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEMThe vehicle security system provides visualand audio alarm signals if someone opensthe doors or rear hatch when the system isarmed. It is not, however, a motion detec-tion type system that activates when a ve-hicle is moved or when a vibration occurs.

The system helps deter vehicle theft butcannot prevent it, nor can it prevent thetheft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-nents in all situations. Always secure yourvehicle even if parking for a brief period.Never leave your keys in the vehicle, andalways lock it when it is left unattended. Beaware of your surroundings, and park insecure, well-lit areas whenever possible.Many devices offering additional protec-tion, such as component locks, identifica-tion markers, and tracking systems, areavailable at auto supply stores and spe-cialty shops. A NISSAN certified LEAF dealermay also offer such equipment. Check withyour insurance company to see if you maybe eligible for discounts for various theftprotection features.

How to arm the vehicle securitysystem1. Close all windows.

The system can be armed even if thewindows are open.

2. Place the power switch in the LOCK orOFF position and remove the IntelligentKey from the vehicle.

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SECURITY SYSTEMS


3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doorscan be locked with:• the LOCK button on the Intelli-

gent Key• any request switch• the power door lock switch

4. Confirm that the security indicator lightilluminates. The security indicator lightstays on for about 30 seconds. The ve-hicle security system is now pre-armed.After about 30 seconds the vehicle se-curity system automatically shifts intothe armed phase. The security light be-gins to flash once every approximately 3seconds. If, during this 30-second pre-arm time period, the door is unlocked, orthe power switch is placed in the ACC orON position, the system will not arm.

Even when the driver and/or passengersare in the vehicle, the system will acti-vate with all doors locked and the powerswitch in the OFF position. When placingthe power switch to the ACC or ON posi-tion, the system will be released.

Vehicle security system activationThe vehicle security system will give thefollowing alarm:• The headlights blink and the horn sounds

intermittently.• The alarm automatically turns off after

approximately 50 seconds. However, thealarm reactivates if the vehicle is tam-pered with again.

The alarm is activated by:• Unlocking the door without using the In-

telligent Key, the request switch or thekey. (Even if the door is opened by releas-ing the door inside lock knob, the alarmwill activate.)

• Opening the hood.

How to stop an activated alarmThe alarm will stop when a door is un-locked by pushing the UNLOCK but-ton on the Intelligent Key, door handle re-quest switch, or when the power switch ispushed in the ACC or ON position.If the system does not operate as de-scribed above, have it checked. It is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-fied LEAF dealer for this service.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZERSYSTEMThe NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Systemwill not allow the power switch to be placedin the READY to drive position without theuse of the registered key.If the power switch fails to place the vehicleinto the READY to drive position using theregistered key, it may be due to interfer-ence caused by another registered key, anautomated toll road device or automatedpayment device on the key ring. Restart theEV system using the following procedure:1. Leave the power switch in the ON posi-

tion for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Place the power switch in the OFF posi-tion and wait approximately 10 seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again.

4. Place the power switch in the READY todrive position while holding the device(which may have caused the interfer-ence) separate from the registered key.If this procedure allows the powerswitch to be placed in the READY to drivemode, NISSAN recommends placing theregistered key on a separate key ring toavoid interference from other devices.


FCC Notice:For USA:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.For Canada:This device complies with IndustryCanada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any interference, including interfer-ence that may cause undesired opera-tion of the device.

Security Indicator LightThe security indicator light is located onthe meter panel. It indicates the status ofthe NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.The light blinks after the power switch wasin the ACC or OFF position. This functionindicates the security systems equippedon the vehicle are operational.If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ismalfunctioning, this light will remain onwhile the power switch is in the ON posi-tion.

If the light still remains on and/or thepower switch cannot be placed in theREADY to drive position, have the systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service as soon as possible. Pleasebring all registered keys that you havewhen visiting a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for service.

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WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washersolution may freeze on the windshieldand obscure your vision which maylead to an accident. Warm the wind-shield with the defroster before youwash the windshield.

CAUTION

• Do not operate the washer continu-ously for more than 30 seconds.

• Do not operate the washer if thewindshield-washer fluid reservoir isempty.

• Do not fill the windshield-washerfluid reservoir with windshield-washer fluid concentrates at fullstrength. Some methyl alcoholbased windshield-washer fluid con-centrates may permanently stain thegrille if spilled while filling thewindshield-washer fluid reservoir.

• Pre-mix windshield-washer fluidconcentrates with water to themanufacturer’s recommended levelsbefore pouring the fluid into thewindshield-washer fluid reservoir.Do not use the windshield-washerfluid reservoir to mix the windshield-washer fluid concentrate and water.

NOTE:

If the windshield wiper operation is in-terrupted by snow or ice, the wiper maystop moving to protect its motor. If thisoccurs, turn the wiper switch to the OFFposition and remove the snow or ice thatis on and around the wiper arms. In ap-proximately 1 minute, turn the switch onagain to operate the wiper.

The windshield wiper and washer operateswhen the power switch is in the ON posi-tion.Push the lever down to operate the wiperat the following speed:

�1 Intermittent — intermittent operationcan be adjusted by turning the knobtoward OA (Slower) or OB (Faster). Also,the intermittent operation speed variesin accordance with the vehicle speed.(For example, when the vehicle speed ishigh, the intermittent operation speedwill be faster.)

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WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH


�2 Low — continuous low speedoperation.

�3 High — continuous high speedoperation.

�4 MIST — one sweep operation of thewiper.

The Speed Dependent feature may bedisabled. For additional information, re-fer to “Vehicle information display” inthis section.

WASHER OPERATIONTo operate the washer, pull the lever to-ward the back of the vehicle O5 until thedesired amount of windshield-washer fluidis spread on the windshield. The wiper willautomatically operate several times.Drip WipeA brief period of time after using thewasher the wiper will perform a one sweepoperation automatically to clear any re-maining windshield-washer fluid from thewindshield.

REAR WIPER OPERATIONWARNING

In freezing temperatures thewindshield-washer fluid may freeze onthe rear window glass and obscureyour vision. Warm the rear window withthe defroster before you wash the rearwindow.

CAUTION

• Do not operate the washer continu-ously for more than 30 seconds.

• Do not operate the washer if thewindshield-washer fluid reservoir isempty.

• Do not fill the windshield-washerfluid reservoir with windshield-washer fluid concentrates at fullstrength. Some methyl alcoholbased windshield-washer fluid con-centrates may permanently stain thegrille if spilled while filling thewindshield-washer fluid reservoir.

• Pre-mix windshield-washer fluidconcentrates with water to themanufacturer’s recommended levelsbefore pouring the fluid into thewindshield-washer fluid reservoir.Do not use the windshield-washerfluid reservoir to mix the windshield-washer fluid concentrate and water.

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NOTE:

If the rear window wiper operation is in-terrupted by snow etc., the wiper maystop moving to protect its motor. If thisoccurs, turn the wiper switch to the OFFposition and remove the snow etc. onand around the wiper arms. After about 1minute, turn the switch on again to oper-ate the wiper.

The rear window wiper and washer oper-ate when the power switch is in the ONposition.Turn the switch clockwise from the OFFposition to operate the wiper.

�1 Intermittent (INT) — intermittent opera-tion (not adjustable)

�2 Low (ON) — continuous low speedoperation

Push the switch forward �3 to operate thewasher. Then the wiper will also operateseveral times.

To defrost the rear window glass and out-side mirrors, place the power switch in theON position and push the switch O1 on. Theindicator light will illuminate. Push theswitch again to turn the defroster off.It will automatically turn off in approxi-mately 15 minutes.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inner side of the rearwindow, be careful not to scratch ordamage the rear window defroster.

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REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDEMIRROR (if so equipped)DEFROSTER SWITCH


HEADLIGHT SWITCHLighting�1 Rotate the switch to the position,

the front parking, tail, license plate, andinstrument panel lights come on.

�2 Rotate the switch to the position,the headlights come on and all theother lights remain on.

Autolight systemThe autolight system allows the headlightsand tail lights to be set so they turn on andoff automatically.To set the autolight system:1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the

AUTO position O1 .

2. Place the power switch in the ONposition.

3. The autolight system automaticallyturns the headlights and tail lights onand off.

To turn the autolight system off, turn theswitch to the OFF, or position.The autolight system can turn on theheadlights and tail lights automaticallywhen it is dark and turn off the headlightswhen it is light.For US models: The headlights and taillights will also be turned on automaticallyat twilight or in rainy weather (when thewindshield wiper is operated continuously).If the power switch is placed in the OFFposition and one of the doors is openedand this condition continues, the head-lights remain on for 45 seconds.Automatic headlights off delayYou can keep the headlights on for up to180 seconds after you push the powerswitch to OFF and open any door thenclose all the doors.You can adjust the period of the automaticheadlights off delay from 0 seconds (OFF)to 180 seconds. The factory default settingis 45 seconds.

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HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNALSWITCH


NOTE:

For additional information on adjustingthe automatic headlights off delay, referto “Vehicle information display” in thissection.

Be sure not to put anything on top of thephoto sensor O1 located on the top ofthe instrument panel. The photo sensorcontrols the autolight; if it is covered, thephoto sensor reacts as if it is dark andthe headlights will illuminate.

Headlight beam select�1 To select the low beam, have the lever

in the neutral position as shown androtate the switch to the desired posi-tion. For additional information, refer to“Headlight switch” in this section.

�2 To select the high beam, push the leverforward while the switch is in theposition. The high beams will come onand the high beam indicator (blue)will illuminate. Pull it back to return tothe low beam.

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�3 Pulling the lever toward you will flashthe headlight high beam even whenthe headlight switch is in the OFFposition.

High Beam AssistThe High Beam Assist system will operatewhen the vehicle is driven at speeds of ap-proximately 19 mph (30 km/h) and above. Ifan oncoming vehicle or leading vehicle ap-pears in front of your vehicle when theheadlight high beam is on, the headlightwill be switched to the low beam automati-cally.Precautions on High Beam Assist

WARNING

• The High Beam Assist system is aconvenience but it is not a substitutefor safe driving operation. The drivershould remain alert at all times, en-sure safe driving practices andswitch the high beams and low beammanually when necessary.

• The high beam or low beam may notswitch automatically under the fol-lowing conditions. Switch the highbeam and low beam manually.

– During bad weather (rain, fog,snow, wind, etc.).

– When a light source similar to aheadlight or tail light is in the vi-cinity of the vehicle.

– When the headlights of the on-coming vehicle or the leading ve-hicle are turned off, when the colorof the light is affected due to for-eign materials on the lights, orwhen the light beam is out ofposition.

– When there is a sudden, continu-ous change in brightness.

– When driving on a road thatpasses over rolling hills, or a roadthat has level differences.

– When driving on a road with manycurves.

– When a sign or mirror-like surfaceis reflecting intense light towardsthe front of the vehicle.

– When the container, etc. beingtowed by a leading vehicle is re-flecting intense light.

– When a headlight on your vehicleis damaged or dirty.

– When the vehicle is leaning at anangle due to a punctured tire, be-ing towed, etc.

• The timing of switching the lowbeam and high beam may changeunder the following situations.– The brightness of the headlights

of the oncoming vehicle or lead-ing vehicle.

– The movement and direction ofthe oncoming vehicle and theleading vehicle.

– When only one light on the oncoming vehicle or the leading ve-hicle is illuminated.

– When the oncoming vehicle or theleading vehicle is a two-wheeledvehicle.

– Road conditions (incline, curve,the road surface, etc.).

– The number of passengers andthe amount of luggage.


High Beam Assist operationsTo activate the High Beam Assist system,turn the headlight switch to the AUTO po-sition O1 and push the lever forward O2

(high beam position). The High Beam Assistindicator light in the meter will illuminatewhile the headlights are turned on.If the High Beam Assist indicator light doesnot illuminate in the above condition, it mayindicate that the system is not functioningproperly. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

When the vehicle speed lowers to less thanapproximately 12 mph (20 km/h), the head-light remains the low beam.To turn off the High Beam Assist system,turn the headlight switch to the posi-tion or select the low beam position byplacing the lever in the neutral position.

Ambient image sensor maintenanceThe ambient image sensor for the HighBeam Assist system is located above theinside mirror O1 . To keep the proper opera-tion of the High Beam Assist system andprevent a system malfunction, be sure toobserve the following:• Always keep the windshield clean.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessorynear the ambient image sensor.

• Do not strike or damage the areasaround the ambient image sensor.

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If the ambient image sensor is damageddue to an accident, it is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

Battery saver system• When the headlight switch is in the

or position while the power switchis in the ON position, the lights will auto-matically turn off 45 seconds after thepower switch has been placed in the OFFposition.

• When the headlight switch remains in theor position after the lights

automatically turn off, the lights will turnon when the power switch is placed in theON position.

CAUTION

• When you turn on the headlightswitch again after the lights auto-matically turn off, the lights will notturn off automatically. Be sure to turnthe light switch to the OFF positionwhen you leave the vehicle for ex-tended periods of time, otherwisethe battery will be discharged.

• Never leave the light switch on whenthe power switch is in the OFF, ACC orON position for extended periods oftime even if the headlights turn offautomatically.

LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS(DRL) SYSTEM (if so equipped)The LED portion of the headlights auto-matically illuminates at 100% intensitywhen the power switch is in the READY todrive position with the parking brake re-leased. The LED DRL system operates withthe headlight switch in the OFF position.Turn headlight switch to the positionfor full illumination when driving at night.If the parking brake is applied before thepower switch is in the READY to drive posi-tion, the LED DRL system does not operate.The LED DRL system illuminates once theparking brake is released. The LED DRL sys-tem will remain on until the power switch ispushed to the OFF position.

WARNING

When the LED DRL system is active, taillights on your vehicle are not on. It isnecessary at dusk to turn on yourheadlights. Failure to do so could causean accident injuring yourself and oth-ers.


INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESSCONTROLPress the “+” button to increase the bright-ness of the instrument panel lights.Press the “-” to decrease the brightness ofthe instrument panel lights.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCHTurn signalO1 Move the lever up or down until itlatches to signal the turning direction.When the turn is completed, the turn signalcancels automatically.

Lane change signalO2 Move the lever up or down until the turnsignal begins to flash, but the lever doesnot latch, to signal a lane change. Hold thelever until the lane change is completed.

Move the lever up or down until the turnsignal begins to flash, but the lever doesnot latch, and release the lever. The turnsignal will automatically flash three times.Choose the appropriate method to signala lane change based on road and trafficconditions.

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To turn the fog lights on, rotate the head-light switch to the position, then ro-tate the switch to the position. To turnthem off, rotate the switch to the OFF posi-tion.The headlights must be on for the foglights to operate.

To sound the horn, push the center padarea of the steering wheel.

WARNING

Do not disassemble the horn. Doing socould affect proper operation of thesupplemental front air bag system.Tampering with the supplementalfront air bag system may result in seri-ous personal injury.

To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECOswitch. The ECO mode indicator appearson the vehicle information display.To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECOswitch again. The ECO mode indicator willturn off.For additional information, refer to “ECOmode” in the “Starting and driving” sectionof this manual

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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so equipped) HORN ECO SWITCH


The front seats and the rear outboardseats (if so equipped) can be warmed bybuilt-in heaters. The switches, located onthe center console and at the side of thefront passenger seatback, can be operatedindependently of each other.1. Place the power switch in the ON

position.

2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch,as desired, depending on the tempera-ture. The indicator light in the switch willilluminate.

3. To turn off the heater, return the switchto the level position. Make sure the indi-cator light goes off.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat,automatically turning the heater on andoff. The indicator light will remain on as longas the switch is on.When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, orbefore you leave the vehicle, be sure to turnthe switch off.

NOTE:

The heated seats consume less powerthan the heater and can be used to eitherhelp extend vehicle range by reducingheater use or to maximize comfort bysupplementing the heater.

WARNING

Do not use or allow occupants to usethe seat heater if you or the occupantscannot monitor elevated seat tem-peratures or have an inability to feelpain in those body parts in contact withthe seat. Use of the seat heater by suchpeople could result in serious injury.

CAUTION

• Do not use the seat heater for ex-tended periods or when no one is us-ing the seat.

• Do not put anything on the seatwhich insulates heat, such as a blan-ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other-wise, the seat may becomeoverheated.

LIC4145Front

LIC2498Rear

HEATED SEAT SWITCHES (if soequipped)


• Do not place anything hard or heavyon the seat or pierce it with a pin orsimilar object. This may result indamage to the heater.

• Any liquid spilled on the heated seatshould be removed immediately witha dry cloth.

• When cleaning the seat, never usegasoline, thinner, or any similarmaterials.

• If any malfunctions are found or theheated seat does not operate, turnthe switch off and have the systemchecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service. The heated steering wheel system is de-

signed to operate only when the surfacetemperature of the steering wheel is belowapproximately 68°F (20°C).Push the heated steering wheel switch towarm the steering wheel when the powerswitch is in the ACC or ON position.If the surface temperature of the steeringwheel is below approximately 68°F (20°C),the system will heat the steering wheel andcycle off and on to maintain a temperatureabove 68°F (20°C). The indicator light willremain on as long as the system is on.

Push the switch again to turn the heatedsteering wheel system off manually. Theindicator light turns off.

NOTE:• If the surface temperature of the steer-

ing wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when theswitch is turned on, the system will notheat the steering wheel. This is not amalfunction.

• If the outside temperature is low (ap-proximately 50°F (10°C) or less) and theClimate Control Timer or Remote Cli-mate Control are used, the steeringwheel heater will automatically oper-ate in the following conditions.– When using the Climate Control

Timer: Operates from approximately15 minutes before the set departuretime until the set departure time.

– When using Remote Climate Control:Operates 15 minutes after RemoteClimate Control starts.

• The heated steering wheel consumesless power than the heater and can beused to either help extend vehiclerange by reducing heater use or tomaximize comfort by supplementingthe heater.

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HEATED STEERING WHEEL SWITCH (ifso equipped)


The E-call (SOS) system button is used incombination with a NissanConnect® (forLeaf) Services subscription to call for assis-tance in case of an emergency.Pressing the button will (with a paid sub-scription) reach a Response Specialist thatwill provide assistance based on the situa-tion described by the vehicle’s occupant.For additional information, or to enroll yourvehicle, refer to www.NissanUSA.com/connect or call 855–426–6628.

To open the charge port lid, push thecharge port lid switch. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Charge port lid” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section ofthis manual.

To turn off the charge timer, push the im-mediate charge switch. For additional in-formation, refer to “Charging timer” in the“Charging” section of this manual.

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E-CALL (SOS) BUTTON (if soequipped)

CHARGE PORT LID SWITCH IMMEDIATE CHARGE SWITCH


The dynamic driver assistance switch isused to temporarily turn on and off theIntelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) and Intel-ligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) sys-tems that are activated using the settingsmenu of the vehicle information display.The I-LI and I-BSI systems must be turnedon with the dynamic driver assistanceswitch every time the power switch isplaced in the ON position.The I-LI system warns the driver with awarning and a chime, and helps assist thedriver to return the vehicle to the center ofthe traveling lane by applying the brakes tothe left or right wheels individually (for a

short period of time). For additional infor-mation, refer to “Intelligent Lane Interven-tion (I-LI)” in the “Starting and driving” sec-tion and “Vehicle information display” in the“Instruments and controls” section of thismanual.The I-BSI system helps alert the driver ofother vehicles in adjacent lanes whenchanging lanes, and helps assist the driverto return the vehicle to the center of thetraveling lane. For additional information,refer to “Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention(I-BSI)” in the “Starting and driving” sectionof this manual.

The Steering Assist switch is used to en-able and disable the Steering Assist sys-tem that is activated using the settingsmenu of the vehicle information display.The Steering Assist system controls thesteering system, when ProPILOT Assist isengaged, to help keep your vehicle nearthe center of the lane when driving. Foradditional information, refer to “ProPILOTAssist" and “Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)” in the “Starting and driving” section ofthis manual.

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DYNAMIC DRIVER ASSISTANCESWITCH (for vehicles withoutProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped)

STEERING ASSIST SWITCH (formodels with ProPILOT Assist) (if soequipped)


The Rear Door Alert system functions un-der certain conditions to indicate theremay be an object or passenger in the rearseat(s). Check the seat(s) before exiting thevehicle.The Rear Door Alert system is initially dis-abled. The driver can enable the systemusing the vehicle information display. Foradditional information, refer to “Vehicle in-formation display warnings and indicators”in this section.When the system is enabled:• The system is activated when a rear door

is opened and closed within 10 minutes ofthe vehicle being driven. When the driverdoor is closed and the system is acti-vated, a visual message appears in thevehicle information display. For additionalinformation, refer to “Rear Door Alert isactivated” in this section.

• If a rear door is opened and closed butthe vehicle is not driven within approxi-mately 10 minutes, the system will not beactivated. A rear door must be openedand closed and the car driven within 10minutes for the system to activate.

When the Rear Door Alert system is activated:• When the driver puts the vehicle in the P

(Park) position, a notification messageappears in the vehicle information dis-play with the options to “Dismiss Mes-sage” or “Disable Alert” if desired.– Select “Disable Alert” to temporarily

disable for that stop.– No selection or ‘Dismiss Message” will

keep the alert enabled for that stop.• If the alert is enabled when a driver exits

the vehicle, a message will appear in thevehicle information display that states“Check Rear Seat for All Articles.”If “Horn & Alert” setting is selected:–– An audible horn sound will occur after

a short time unless a rear door isopened and closed within a short timeto deactivate the alert.

–– If the doors are locked before the alertis deactivated by opening a rear door,the horn will sound.

–– If the rear hatch is opened before a reardoor is opened, the horn will be delayeduntil after the hatch is closed.

NOTE:

If “Alert Only” setting is selected, themessage alert will still be shown in thevehicle information display but the hornwill not sound.

WARNING

• If the driver selects “Disable Alert”, noaudible alert will be provided regard-less of rear door open/close status.

• There may be times when there is anobject or passenger in the rearseat(s) but the audible alert does notsound. For example, this may occur ifrear seat passengers enter or exit thevehicle during a trip.

• The system does not directly detectobjects or passengers in the rearseat(s). Instead, it can detect when arear door is opened and closed, indi-cating that there may be somethingin the rear seat(s).

NOTE:

There may be times when the hornsounds but there are no objects or pas-sengers in the rear seat(s).For additional information, refer to “RearDoor Alert is activated” in this section.

REAR DOOR ALERT


CAUTION

• The outlet and plug may be hot dur-ing or immediately after use.

• Do not use with accessories that ex-ceed a 12-volt, 120W (10A) powerdraw.

• Do not use double adapters or morethan one electrical accessory.

• Use the power outlet with the powerswitch is in the ON or READY to Driveposition to avoid discharging the 12-volt battery.

• Avoid using the power outlet whenthe air conditioner, headlights or rearwindow defroster are on.

• This power outlet is not designed foruse with a cigarette lighter unit.

• Push the plug in as far as it will go. Ifgood contact is not made, the plugmay overheat or the internal tem-perature fuse may open.

• Before inserting or disconnecting aplug, make sure that the electricalaccessory being used is turned OFF.

• When not in use, be sure to close thecap. Do not allow water to contactthe outlet. SEATBACK POCKET

The seatback pockets may be located onthe driver’s and/or passenger seat. Thepocket can be used to store maps.

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POWER OUTLET STORAGE


WARNING

To ensure proper operation of the driv-er’s and/or passenger’s NISSAN Ad-vanced Air Bag System, please observethe following items:• Do not allow a passenger in the rear

seat to push or pull on the seatbackpocket or head restraint/headrest.

• Do not place heavy loads heavierthan 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) on the seatback,head restraint/headrest, or in theseatback pocket.

STORAGE TRAYWARNING

Do not place sharp objects in the tray(s)to help prevent injury in an accident orsudden stop.

GLOVE BOXTo open the glove box, pull the handle.To close, push the lid in until it latches.

WARNING

Keep the glove box lid closed whiledriving to prevent injury in case of anaccident or a sudden stop.

LIC4292Instrument panel

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CONSOLE BOXTo open the console box, pull up the leverand pull up the lid. To close, push the liddown until it is latched.

OVERHEAD SUNGLASSESSTORAGETo open the sunglasses holder, push andrelease. Only store one pair of sunglassesin the holder.

WARNING

Keep the sunglasses holder closedwhile driving to avoid obstructing thedriver’s view and to help prevent an ac-cident.

CAUTION

• Do not use for anything other thansunglasses.

• Do not leave sunglasses in the sun-glasses holder while parking in directsunlight. The heat may damage thesunglasses.

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CUP HOLDERSWARNING

Avoid abrupt starting and brakingwhen the cup holder is being used toprevent spilling the drink. If the liquid ishot, it can scald you or your passenger.

CAUTION

Use only soft cups in the cup holder.Hard objects can injure you in an acci-dent.

CAUTION

• Do not use the bottle holder for anyother objects that could be thrownabout in the vehicle and possibly in-jure people during sudden braking oran accident.

• Do not use the bottle holder for openliquid containers.

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TONNEAU COVER (if so equipped)WARNING

• Never put anything on the tonneaucover, no matter how small. Any ob-ject on it could cause an injury in anaccident or sudden stop.

• Do not leave the tonneau cover in thevehicle with it disengaged from theholder.


• Properly secure cargo and do not al-low it to contact the top tether strapwhen it is attached to the top tetheranchor. Cargo that is not properly se-cured or cargo that contacts the toptether strap may damage the toptether strap during a collision. If thecargo cover contacts the top tetherstrap when it is attached to the toptether anchor, remove the cargocover from the vehicle or secure it onthe cargo floor below its attachmentlocation. If the cargo cover is not re-moved, it may damage the top tetherstrap during a collision. Your childcould be seriously injured or killed ina collision if the child restraint toptether strap is damaged.

The tonneau cover keeps the luggagecompartment contents hidden from theoutside.

To remove the tonneau cover:

�1 Remove the straps from the rear hatch.

�2 Pull up the tonneau cover.

�3 Remove the tonneau cover holdersfrom the rear pillar.

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�4 Slide down the tonneau cover alongthe rear seat back.

�5 Remove the tonneau cover by pullingeither the left or right side backwardaway from the pillar.

STOWING GOLF BAGSNormally, two standard golf bags can bestowed in the cargo area. Insert the top ofthe golf bag into the right side of the cargoarea O1 then rotate the bag backward O2 .Insert the top of the second golf bag intoright side of the cargo area O3 and stowthe bottom of golf bag forward all the wayO4 .In some cases, you may not be able to stowtwo golf bags in your vehicle, depending ontheir sizes or types.

POWER WINDOWSWARNING

• Make sure that all passengers havetheir hands, etc. inside the vehiclewhile it is in motion and before clos-ing the windows. Use the windowlock switch to prevent unexpecteduse of the power windows.

• To help avoid risk of injury or deaththrough unintended operation of thevehicle or its systems, including en-trapment in windows or inadvertentdoor lock activation, do not leavechildren, people who require the as-sistance of others, or pets unat-tended in your vehicle. Additionally,the temperature inside a closed ve-hicle on a warm day can quickly be-come high enough to cause a signifi-cant risk of injury or death to peopleand pets.

The power windows operate when thepower switch is in the ACC or ON position,or for about 45 seconds after the powerswitch is placed in the OFF position. If thedriver’s or front passenger’s door is openedduring this period of about 45 seconds,power to the windows is canceled.

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Main power window switch(driver's side)1. Driver side automatic switch

2. Front passenger side switch

3. Rear left passenger side switch

4. Rear right passenger side switch

5. Window lock buttonTo open or close a window, push down OA

or pull up OB the corresponding switch andhold it. The main switches, on the driver'sside, will open or close all the windows.

Locking passengers' windowsWhen the lock button OC is pushed in, onlythe driver side window can be opened orclosed. Push it in again to cancel.

Passenger side power windowswitchThe passenger's side power windowswitch will open or close only the corre-sponding window. To open or close thewindow, push down or pull up the switchand hold it.

Rear power window switchThe rear power window switches open orclose only the corresponding windows. Toopen the window, push the switch and holdit down. To close the window, pull theswitch up.

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Automatic operationThe automatic operation is available forthe switch that has an mark on itssurface.To fully open or close the window, com-pletely push down or pull up the switch andrelease it; the switch need not be held. Thewindow will automatically open or close allthe way. To stop the window, just push or liftthe switch in the opposite direction.A light push or pull on the switch will causethe window to open or close until theswitch is released.

Auto-reverse functionWARNING

There are some small distances imme-diately before the closed positionwhich cannot be detected. Make surethat all passengers have their hands,etc., inside the vehicle before closingthe window.

If the control unit detects somethingcaught in the window as it is closing, thewindow will be immediately lowered.The auto reverse function can be activatedwhen the window is closed by automaticoperation when the power switch is in theON position or for 45 seconds after thepower switch is placed in the OFF position.Depending on the environment or driv-ing conditions, the auto reverse functionmay be activated if an impact or loadsimilar to something being caught in thewindow occurs.

If the windows do not closeautomaticallyIf the power window automatic function(closing only) does not operate properly,perform the following procedure to initial-ize the power window system.1. Place the power switch in the ON

position.

2. Close the door.

3. Open the window completely by operat-ing the power window switch.

4. Pull the power window switch and holdit to close the window, and then hold theswitch more than 3 seconds after thewindow is closed completely.

5. Release the power window switch. Op-erate the window by the automaticfunction to confirm the initialization iscomplete.

If the power window automatic functiondoes not operate properly after perform-ing the procedure above, have your vehicleserviced. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

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The interior lights can be turned on O1 re-gardless of door position. The lights will gooff after a period of time unless the powerswitch is placed in the ON position whenany door is opened.The interior lights can be set to operatewhen the doors are opened O2 . To turn offthe interior lights when a is door open,push the switch; the interior lights will notilluminate, regardless of door position.The lights will go off when the power switchis placed in the ON position, or the driver’sdoor is closed and locked. The lights willalso go off after a period of time when thedoors are open.

CAUTION

Do not use for extended periods of timewith the power switch in the OFF posi-tion. This could result in a discharged12-volt battery.

CONSOLE LIGHT (if so equipped)The console light will turn on whenever theparking lights or headlights are illuminated.The console light brightness can be ad-justed with the illumination brightnesscontrol in the vehicle information display.

MAP LIGHTSPress the button to turn the map lights on.To turn them off, press the button again.

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ROOM LIGHTThe room light switch has three positions:ON, DOOR and OFF.

ON positionWhen the switch is in the ON position O1 ,the ceiling light will illuminate.

DOOR positionWhen the switch is in the DOOR position O2 ,the ceiling light will illuminate under thefollowing conditions:• the power switch is placed in the LOCK

position–– remains on for about 15 seconds.

• doors are unlocked by pushing theUNLOCK button or the requestswitch, with the power switch in the LOCKposition–– remains on for about 15 seconds.

• any door is opened and then closed withthe power switch in the LOCK position–– remains on for about 15 seconds.

• any door is opened while the powerswitch in the ACC or ON position–– remains on while the door is opened.

When the door is closed, the light turnsoff.

The light will automatically turn off after10 minutes when the light remains illu-minated to prevent the battery from be-coming discharged.

OFF positionWhen the switch is in the OFF position O3 ,the ceiling light will not illuminate, regard-less of the condition.

CARGO LIGHTThe light illuminates when the rear hatch isopened. When the rear hatch is closed, thelight goes off. For additional information,refer to “Exterior and interior lights” in the“Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” sectionof this manual.

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The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver pro-vides a convenient way to consolidate thefunctions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into one built-in device.HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:• Will operate most radio frequency de-

vices such as garage doors, gates, homeand office lighting, entry door locks andsecurity systems.

• Is powered by your vehicle's 12–volt bat-tery. No separate batteries are required. Ifthe vehicle's 12–volt battery is dischargedor is disconnected, HomeLink® will retainall programming.

When the HomeLink® Universal Trans-ceiver is programmed, retain the originaltransmitter for future programming pro-cedures (Example: new vehicle pur-chases). Upon sale of the vehicle, theprogrammed HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver buttons should be erased forsecurity purposes. For additional infor-mation, refer to “ProgrammingHomeLink®” in this section.

WARNING

• Your vehicle's EV system should beturned off while programming theHomeLink® Universal Transceiver. Foradditional information, refer to“Push-button power switch” in the“Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

• Do not use the HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver with any garage dooropener that lacks safety stop and re-verse features as required by federalsafety standards. (These standardsbecame effective for opener modelsmanufactured after April 1, 1982). Agarage door opener which cannotdetect an object in the path of a clos-ing garage door and then automati-cally stop and reverse, does not meetcurrent federal safety standards. Us-ing a garage door opener withoutthese features increases the risk ofserious injury or death.

• During the programming procedureyour garage door or security gate willopen and close (if the transmitter iswithin range). Make sure that peopleor objects are clear of the garagedoor, gate, etc. that you areprogramming.

PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®If you have any questions or are havingdifficulty programming your HomeLink®buttons, refer to the HomeLink® web site at:www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.

NOTE:

Place the power switch in the ON or ACCposition (without starting the EV system)when programming HomeLink®. It is alsorecommended that a new battery beplaced in the hand-held transmitter ofthe device being programmed toHomeLink® for quicker programmingand accurate transmission of the radiofrequency.

HOMELINK® UNIVERSALTRANSCEIVER (if so equipped)


1. Position the end of your hand-heldtransmitter 1–3 in (2–8 cm) away fromthe HomeLink® surface, keeping theHomeLink® indicator light O1 in view.

2. Using both hands, simultaneously pressand hold the desired HomeLink® buttonand hand-held transmitter button. DONOT release until the HomeLink® indica-tor light O1 flashes slowly and then rap-idly. When the indicator light flashes rap-idly, both buttons may be released. (Therapid flashing indicates successfulprogramming.)

NOTE:

Some devices may require you to replaceStep 2 with the cycling procedure notedin “Programming HomeLink® for Cana-dian customers and gate openers” in thissection.3. Press and hold the programmed

HomeLink® button and observe the indi-cator light.

• If the indicator light O1 is solid/continuous, programming is completeand your device should activate when theHomeLink® button is pressed and re-leased.

• If the indicator light O1 blinks rapidly for 2seconds and then turns to a solid/continuous light, continue with Steps4-6 for a rolling code device. A secondperson may make the following stepseasier. Use a ladder or other device. Donot stand on your vehicle to perform thenext steps.

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4. At the receiver located on the garagedoor opener motor in the garage, locatethe “learn” or “smart” button (the nameand color of the button may vary bymanufacturer but it is usually locatednear where the hanging antenna wire isattached to the unit). If there is difficultylocating the button, reference the ga-rage door opener’s manual.

5. Press and release the “learn” or “smart”button.

NOTE:Once the button is pressed, you haveapproximately 30 seconds to initiatethe next step.

6. Return to the vehicle and firmly pressand hold the trained HomeLink® buttonfor 2 seconds and release. Repeat the“press/hold/release” sequence up tothree times to complete the trainingprocess. HomeLink® should now acti-vate your rolling code equipped device.

7. If you have any questions or are havingdifficulty programming your HomeLink®buttons, refer to the HomeLink® web siteat: www.homelink.com or call1-800-355-3515.

PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® FORCANADIAN CUSTOMERS AND GATEOPENERSCanadian radio-frequency laws requiretransmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit)after several seconds of transmission –which may not be long enough forHomeLink® to pick up the signal duringtraining. Similar to this Canadian law, someU.S. gate operators are designed to “tim-eout” in the same manner.If you live in Canada or you are having diffi-culties training a gate operator or garagedoor opener by using the “Training” proce-dures, replace “Programming HomeLink®”step 2 with the following:

NOTE:

When programming a garage dooropener, etc., unplug the device duringthe “cycling” process to prevent possibledamage to the garage door openercomponents.1. For additional information, refer to “Pro-

gramming HomeLink®” step 1 in thissection.

2. Using both hands, simultaneously pressand hold the desired HomeLink® buttonand the hand-held transmitter button.During training, your hand-held trans-mitter may automatically stop transmit-ting. Continue to press and hold the de-sired HomeLink® button while you pressand re-press (“cycle”) your hand-heldtransmitter every 2 seconds until thefrequency signal has been learned. TheHomeLink® indicator light will flashslowly and then rapidly after severalseconds upon successful training. DONOT release until the HomeLink® indica-tor light flashes slowly and then rapidly.When the indicator light flashes rapidly,both buttons may be released. The rapidflashing indicates successful training.Proceed with “ProgrammingHomeLink®” step 3 to complete.If the device was unplugged during theprogramming procedure, remember toplug it back in when programming iscompleted.


OPERATING THE HOMELINK®UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVERThe HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, afterit is programmed, can be used to activatethe programmed device. To operate, sim-ply press and release the appropriate pro-grammed HomeLink® Universal Trans-ceiver button. The amber indicator light willilluminate while the signal is being trans-mitted.For convenience, the hand-held transmit-ter of the device may also be used at anytime.

PROGRAMMING TROUBLE-DIAGNOSISIf the HomeLink® does not quickly learn thehand-held transmitter information:• replace the hand-held transmitter bat-

teries with new batteries.• position the hand-held transmitter with

its battery area facing away from theHomeLink® surface.

• press and hold both the HomeLink® andhand-held transmitter buttons withoutinterruption.

• position the hand-held transmitter 1 - 3 in(26 - 76 mm) away from the HomeLink®surface. Hold the transmitter in that posi-tion for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink® isnot programmed within that time, tryholding the transmitter in another posi-tion – keeping the indicator light in view atall times.

If you have any questions or are havingdifficulty programming your HomeLink®buttons, refer to the HomeLink® web site at:www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.

CLEARING THE PROGRAMMEDINFORMATIONThe following procedure clears the pro-grammed information from both buttons.Individual buttons cannot be cleared. How-ever, individual buttons can be repro-grammed. For additional information, referto “Reprogramming a single HomeLink®button” in this section.To clear all programming:1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink®

buttons until the indicator light begins toflash in approximately 10 seconds. Donot hold for longer than 20 seconds.

2. Release both buttons.

HomeLink® is now in the programmingmode and can be programmed at anytime beginning with “ProgrammingHomeLink®” - Step 1.


REPROGRAMMING A SINGLEHOMELINK® BUTTONTo reprogram a HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver button, complete the following:1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink®

button. DO NOT release the button.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash af-ter 20 seconds. Without releasing theHomeLink® button, proceed with “Pro-gramming HomeLink®” - Step 1.

For questions or comments, contactHomeLink® at: www.homelink.com or1–800–355–3515 (except Mexico).The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver but-ton has now been reprogrammed. Thenew device can be activated by pressingthe HomeLink® button that was just pro-grammed. This procedure will not affectany other programmed HomeLink® but-tons.

IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLENIf your vehicle is stolen, you should changethe codes of any non-rolling code devicethat has been programmed intoHomeLink®. Consult the Owner's Manual ofeach device or call the manufacturer ordealer of those devices for additional infor-mation.When your vehicle is recovered, you willneed to reprogram the HomeLink® Uni-versal Transceiver with your new trans-mitter information.FCC Notice:For USA:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.

For Canada:This device complies with IndustryCanada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation ofthe device.


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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Systemkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Locking with key (driver’s side only) . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5Locking with inside lock knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5Locking with power door lock switch . . . . . . . . . 3-6Automatic door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6Child safety rear door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

NISSAN Intelligent Key® system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7NISSAN Intelligent Key® operating rangeof the door lock/unlock function . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8Door locks/unlocks precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1012-volt battery saver system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12Warning signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12How to use remote keyless entryfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18Rear hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19

Secondary rear hatch release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20Charge port lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Opening charge port lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21Charge port cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23Tilt/Telescopic operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25Manual anti-glare rearview mirror(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25Automatic anti-glare rearview mirror(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25Outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

A key number plate is supplied with yourkeys. Record the key number and keep it ina safe place (such as your wallet), not in thevehicle. If you lose your keys, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for duplicates by using the keynumber. NISSAN does not record any keynumbers so it is very important to keeptrack of your key number plate.A key number is only necessary when youhave lost all keys and do not have one toduplicate from. If you still have a key, it canbe duplicated without knowing the keynumber.

NOTE:

Do not leave the keys inside the vehiclewhen leaving the vehicle.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®1. Intelligent Key (two sets)

2. Mechanical key (inside Intelligent Key)

3. Key number plate (one plate)Your vehicle can only be driven with theIntelligent Keys which are registered toyour vehicle’s Intelligent Key system com-ponents and NISSAN Vehicle ImmobilizerSystem components.As many as four Intelligent Keys can beregistered and used with one vehicle. Thenew keys must be registered by a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer prior to use with the

Intelligent Key system and NISSAN VehicleImmobilizer System of your vehicle. Sincethe registration process requires erasing allmemory in the Intelligent Key componentswhen registering new keys, be sure to takeall Intelligent Keys that you have to theNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

CAUTION

Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key withyou when driving. The Intelligent Key isa precision device with a built-in trans-mitter. To avoid damaging it, pleasenote the following.• The Intelligent Key is water resistant;

however, wetting may damage theIntelligent Key. If the Intelligent Keygets wet, immediately wipe until it iscompletely dry.

• Do not bend, drop or strike it againstanother object.

• If the outside temperature is below14°F (-10°C) degrees, the battery ofthe Intelligent Key may not functionproperly.

• Do not place the Intelligent Key for anextended period in a place wheretemperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

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3-2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

• Do not change or modify the Intelli-gent Key.

• Do not use a magnet key holder.• Do not place the Intelligent Key near

an electric appliance such as a televi-sion set, personal computer or cellu-lar phone.

• Do not allow the Intelligent Key tocome into contact with water or saltwater, and do not wash it in a wash-ing machine. This could affect thesystem function.

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen,NISSAN recommends erasing the IDcode of that Intelligent Key. This willprevent the Intelligent Key from unau-thorized use to unlock the vehicle. Forinformation regarding the erasing pro-cedure, it is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Mechanical keyTo remove the mechanical key, release thelock knob at the back of the Intelligent Key.To install the mechanical key, firmly insert itinto the Intelligent Key until the lock knobreturns to the lock position.Use the mechanical key to lock or unlockthe driver’s door. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Doors” in this section.

CAUTION

Always carry the mechanical key in-stalled in the Intelligent Key.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZERSYSTEM KEYSYou can only drive your vehicle using themaster keys which are registered to theNISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System com-ponents in your vehicle. These keys have atransponder chip in the key head.The master key can be used for all thelocks.To protect belongings when you leave akey with someone, give them the IntelligentKey only, not the mechanical key.Never leave these keys in the vehicle.Additional or replacement keys:If you still have a key, the key number is notnecessary when you need extra NISSANVehicle Immobilizer System keys. A NISSANcertified LEAF dealer can duplicate your ex-isting key. As many as four NISSAN VehicleImmobilizer System keys can be used withone vehicle. You should bring all NISSANVehicle Immobilizer System keys that youhave to the NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forregistration. This is because the registra-tion process will erase the memory of allkey codes previously registered into theNISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System. After

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the registration process, these compo-nents will only recognize keys coded intothe NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Systemduring registration. Any key that is notgiven to the dealer at the time of registra-tion will no longer be able to start yourvehicle.

CAUTION

Do not allow the immobilizer systemkey, which contains an electrical tran-sponder, to come into contact with wa-ter or salt water. This could affect sys-tem function.

WARNING

• Always have the doors locked whiledriving. Along with the use of seatbelts, this provides greater safety inthe event of an accident by helping toprevent persons from being thrownfrom the vehicle. This also helps keepchildren and others from uninten-tionally opening the doors, and willhelp keep out intruders.

• Before opening any door, always lookfor and avoid oncoming traffic.

• To help avoid risk of injury or deaththrough unintended operation of thevehicle and/or its systems, includingentrapment in windows or inadver-tent door lock activation, do not leavechildren, people who require the assis-tance of others or pets unattended inyour vehicle. Additionally, the tem-perature inside a closed vehicle on awarm day can quickly become highenough to cause a significant risk ofinjury or death to people and pets.

When the doors are locked using one of thefollowing methods, the doors cannot beopened using the inside or outside doorhandles. The doors must be unlocked to openthe doors.

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LOCKING WITH KEY (driver’s sideonly)To lock the door using the mechanical key,turn the key toward the front of the vehicleO1 . This will lock all doors and will not acti-vate the security system. To arm the secu-rity system, press the button on theIntelligent Key.To unlock the corresponding door usingthe mechanical key, turn the key towardthe rear of the vehicle O2 . This will only un-lock the corresponding door and will notdisarm the security system.

For additional information, refer to “Securitysystems” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOBTo lock the door without the key, move theinside lock knob to the lock position O1

then close the door.To unlock, move the inside lock knob to theunlock position O2 .When locking the door without a key, besure not to leave the key inside the ve-hicle.

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LOCKING WITH POWER DOORLOCK SWITCHOperating the power door lock switch willlock or unlock all the doors. The switchesare located on the driver’s and front pas-senger’s door armrests.To lock the doors, push the power door lockswitch to the lock position O1 .When locking the door this way, be surenot to leave the key inside the vehicle.To unlock the doors, push the power doorlock switch to the unlock position O2 .

Lockout protectionWhen the power door lock switch is movedto the lock position while any door is open,all doors will unlock automatically and achime will sound after the door is closed.This function help to prevent the IntelligentKey from being accidentally locked insidethe vehicle.

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS• All doors lock automatically when the ve-

hicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h).• All doors unlock automatically when the

power switch is placed in the OFFposition. CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK

Child safety rear door locks help preventthe rear doors from being opened acciden-tally, especially when small children are inthe vehicle.When the levers are in the lock positionO1 , the rear doors can be opened onlyfrom the outside.To disengage, move the levers to the un-lock position O2 .

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WARNING


• The Intelligent Key transmits radiowaves when the buttons are pressed.The FAA advises that the radio wavesmay affect aircraft navigation andcommunication systems. Do not op-erate the Intelligent Key while on anairplane. Make sure the buttons arenot operated unintentionally whenthe unit is stored during a flight.

The Intelligent Key system can operate allthe door and the rear hatch locks by usingthe remote control function or pushing therequest switch on the vehicle without tak-ing the key out from a pocket or purse. Theoperating environment and/or conditionsmay affect the Intelligent Key system op-eration.Be sure to read the following items beforeusing the Intelligent Key system.

CAUTION

• Be sure to carry the Intelligent Keywith you when operating the vehicle.

• Never leave the Intelligent Key in thevehicle when you leave the vehicle.

The Intelligent Key is always communicat-ing with the vehicle because it receives ra-dio waves. The Intelligent Key systemtransmits weak radio waves. Environmen-tal conditions may interfere with the op-eration of the Intelligent Key system underthe following operating conditions.• When operating near a location where

strong radio waves are transmitted, suchas a TV tower, power station or broad-casting station.

• When in possession of wireless equip-ment, such as a cellular phone, trans-ceiver or a CB radio.

• When the Intelligent Key is in contact withor covered by metallic materials.

• When any type of radio wave remote con-trol is used nearby.

• When the Intelligent Key is placed near anelectric appliance such as a personalcomputer.

• When the vehicle is parked near a parkingmeter.

In such cases, correct the operating condi-tions before using the Intelligent Key func-tion or use the mechanical key.Although the life of the battery varies de-pending on the operating conditions, thebattery’s life is approximately two years. Ifthe battery is discharged, replace it with anew one.When the Intelligent Key battery is almostdischarged, firmly apply the foot brake andtouch the power switch with the IntelligentKey. Then push the power switch while de-pressing the brake pedal within 10 secondsafter the chime sound.Since the Intelligent Key is continuously re-ceiving radio waves, if the key is left nearequipment that transmits strong radiowaves, such as signals from a TV or per-sonal computer, the battery life may be-come shorter.For additional information, refer to “NISSANIntelligent Key® battery replacement” in the“Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” sectionof this manual.Pay special attention that the vehicle bat-tery is not completely discharged.As many as four Intelligent Keys can beregistered and used with one vehicle. For

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM


information about the purchase and use ofadditional Intelligent Keys, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer.

CAUTION

• Do not allow the Intelligent Key,which contains electrical compo-nents, to come into contact with wa-ter or salt water. This could affect thefunctioning of the system.

• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.• Do not strike the Intelligent Key

sharply against another object.• Do not change or modify the Intelli-

gent Key.• The Intelligent Key may be damaged

if it gets wet. If the Intelligent Keygets wet, immediately wipe until it iscompletely dry.

• If the outside temperature is below14°F (−10°C), the battery of the Intelli-gent Key may not function properly.

• Do not place the Intelligent Key for anextended period in an area wheretemperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

• Do not attach the Intelligent Key to akey holder that contains a magnet.

• Do not place the Intelligent Key nearequipment that produces a magneticfield, such as a TV, audio equipment,personal computer or cellular phone.

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSANrecommends erasing the ID code of thatIntelligent Key from the vehicle. This mayprevent the unauthorized use of the Intelli-gent Key to operate the vehicle. For addi-tional information, it is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.The Intelligent Key function can be dis-abled. For additional information, it is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-fied LEAF dealer. NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®

OPERATING RANGE OF THE DOORLOCK/UNLOCK FUNCTIONThe Intelligent Key functions can only beused when the Intelligent Key is within thespecified operating range from the requestswitch O1 .When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-charged or strong radio waves are presentnear the operating location, the IntelligentKey system’s operating range becomesnarrower, and the Intelligent Key may notfunction properly.

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The operating range is within 31.50 in (80cm) from each request switch O1 .If the Intelligent Key is too close to the doorglass, handle or rear bumper, the requestswitches may not function.When the Intelligent Key is within the oper-ating range, it is possible for anyone whodoes not carry the Intelligent Key to pushthe request switch to lock/unlock thedoors including the rear hatch.

DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKSPRECAUTION• Do not push the door handle request

switch with the Intelligent Key held in yourhand as illustrated. The close distance tothe door handle will cause the IntelligentKey system to have difficulty recognizingthat the Intelligent Key is outside the ve-hicle.

• After locking with the door handle re-quest switch, verify the doors are se-curely locked by testing them.

• To prevent the Intelligent Key from beingleft inside the vehicle, make sure youcarry the key with you and then lock thedoors.

• Do not pull the door handle before push-ing the door handle request switch. Thedoor will be unlocked but will not open.Release the door handle once and pull itagain to open the door.

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NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®OPERATIONYou can lock or unlock the doors withouttaking the key out from your pocket or bag.

When you carry the Intelligent Key with you,you can lock or unlock all doors by pushingthe door handle request switch (driver’s orfront passenger’s) OA or rear hatch requestswitch OB within the range of operation.

When you lock or unlock the doors or therear hatch, the hazard indicator may flashand the horn (or the outside chime) maysound as a confirmation. For additional in-formation, refer to “Hazard warning flasherswitch” in the “In case of emergency” sec-tion of this manual and “Horn” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

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Locking doors1. Push the power switch into the OFF po-

sition and make sure you carry the Intel-ligent Key with you.

2. Close the driver’s door (other doors maybe open).

3. Push the door handle request switch onthe driver’s door OA while carrying theIntelligent Key with you. The passengerdoor and rear hatch request switcheswill only lock the doors if all doors areclosed. *1

4. All the doors and the rear hatch will lock.

5. The hazard indicator may flash twiceand the outside chime may sound twice.

*1: Doors will not lock by pushing the doorhandle request switch when the IntelligentKey is left inside the vehicle. A chime soundsto alert that the Intelligent Key is in the ve-hicle. However, when an Intelligent Key is in-side the vehicle, doors can be locked withanother registered Intelligent Key.

WARNING

After locking the doors using the re-quest switch, make sure that the doorshave been securely locked by operat-

ing the door handles. Failure to followthese instructions may result in inad-vertently unlocking the doors, whichmay decrease the safety and securityof your vehicle.

CAUTION

• When locking the doors using the re-quest switch, make sure to have theIntelligent Key in your possessionbefore operating the request switchto prevent the Intelligent Key frombeing left in the vehicle.

• The request switch is operationalonly when the Intelligent Key hasbeen detected by the Intelligent Keysystem.

Unlocking doors1. Push the door handle request switch OA

or the rear hatch request switch OB oncewhile carrying the Intelligent Key withyou.

2. The hazard indicator may flash onceand the outside chime may sound once.The corresponding door or the rearhatch will unlock.

3. Push the door handle request or the rearhatch request switch again within oneminute.

4. The hazard indicator may flash onceand the outside chime may sound onceagain. All the doors and the rear hatchwill unlock.

All doors will be locked automatically un-less one of the following operations is per-formed within one minute after pushingthe request switch while the doors arelocked.• Opening any door.• Pushing the power switch.During this one minute time period, if the

button on the Intelligent Key ispressed, all doors will be locked automati-cally after another one minute.

NOTE:

If “Selective Unlock” is turned off in the“Vehicle Settings,” all doors will unlockupon first request switch press.

Opening rear hatch1. Carry the Intelligent Key.

2. Push the rear hatch opener switch OC .

3. The rear hatch will unlock and open.


12-VOLT BATTERY SAVER SYSTEMWhen all the following conditions are metfor a period of time, the battery saver sys-tem will cut off the power supply to prevent12-volt battery discharge.• The power switch is in the ACC or ON

position,• All doors are closed, and• The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.

WARNING SIGNALSTo help prevent the vehicle from movingunexpectedly by erroneous operation ofthe Intelligent Key listed on the followingchart or to help prevent the vehicle frombeing stolen, chime or beep sounds insideand outside the vehicle and a warning dis-plays in the vehicle information display.When a chime or beep sounds or the warn-ing displays, be sure to check the vehicleand Intelligent Key.

For additional information, refer to the”Troubleshooting guide” in this section and“Vehicle information display” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEVerify the location of all Intelligent Keys thatare programmed for the vehicle. If anotherIntelligent Key is in range or inside the ve-hicle, the vehicle system may respond dif-ferently than expected.

Symptom Possible cause Action to take

When opening the driver’s doorto get out of the vehicle

The inside warning chime sounds continu-ously.

The power switch is pushed to the OFFposition while the driver's door is open. Close the driver's door.

The power switch is in the ACC posi-tion.

Push the power switch to the OFF posi-tion then close the driver's door.

When closing the door aftergetting out of the vehicle

The No Key Detected warning appears onthe display, the outside chime soundsthree times and the inside warning chimesounds for a few seconds.

The power switch is in the ACC or ONposition.

Push the power switch to the OFF posi-tion.

The Rear Door Alert warning message ap-pears on the display, the horn sounds threetimes twice, or a Check Rear Seat for All Ar-ticles warning appears on the display.

The Rear Door Alert (if so equipped) isactivated.

Check the back seat for all articles, pressthe ENTER button to clear the Rear DoorAlert (if so equipped) warning message.

The outside chime sounds continuously.

The power switch is in the ACC or OFFposition, the electric shift control sys-tem has malfunctioned and the ve-hicle cannot be placed in the P (Park)position when the parking brake is notapplied.

Make sure the parking brake is applied.


Symptom Possible cause Action to takeWhen closing the door with theinside lock knob turned toLOCK

The outside chime sounds for a few sec-onds and all the doors unlock.

The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicleor cargo area. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When pushing the requestswitch or the button onthe Intelligent Key to lock thedoor

The outside chime sounds for a few sec-onds.

The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicleor a cargo area. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When pushing the powerswitch in the READY to driveposition

The EV system operation for dischargedIntelligent Key system indicator appears onthe display.

The Intelligent Key battery charge islow.

For additional information, refer to“NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge”in the “Starting and driving” section of thismanual.

The No Key Detected warning appears onthe display and the inside warning chimesounds for a few seconds.

The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When pushing the powerswitch

The Key System Error indicator appears onthe display.

It warns of a malfunction with the In-telligent Key system.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer.


HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESSENTRY FUNCTION

WARNING


• The Intelligent Key transmits radiowaves when the buttons are pressed.The FAA advises that the radio wavesmay affect aircraft navigation andcommunication systems. Do not op-erate the Intelligent Key while on anairplane. Make sure the buttons arenot operated unintentionally whenthe unit is stored during a flight.

CAUTION

• Do not allow the Intelligent Key,which contains electrical compo-nents, to come into contact with wa-ter or salt water. This could affect thesystem function.

• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.• Do not strike the Intelligent Key

sharply against another object.• Do not change or modify the Intelli-

gent Key.

• Wetting may damage the IntelligentKey. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,immediately wipe until it is com-pletely dry.

• Do not place the Intelligent Key for anextended period in an area wheretemperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

• Do not attach the Intelligent Key witha key holder that contains a magnet.

• Do not place the Intelligent Key nearequipment that produces a magneticfield, such as a TV, audio equipment,personal computers or cellularphone.

The remote keyless entry function can op-erate all door locks using the remote key-less entry function of the Intelligent Key.The remote keyless entry function can op-erate at a distance of approximately 33 ft(10 m) from the vehicle. The operating dis-tance depends upon the conditionsaround the vehicle.The remote keyless entry function will notoperate:• When the Intelligent Key is not within the

operational range.• When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-

charged.

LPD2148

�1 Lock button

�2 Unlock button

�3 Charge port unlock button

�4 Panic button


CAUTION

When locking the doors using the Intel-ligent Key, be sure not to leave the keyin the vehicle.

Locking doors1. Place the power switch in the LOCK

position.

2. Close all doors.

3. Press the button on the Intelli-gent Key.

4. The hazard warning lights flash twiceand the horn beeps once.

5. All doors and the rear hatch will belocked.

WARNING

After locking the doors using the Intel-ligent Key, be sure that the doors havebeen securely locked by operating thedoor handles. Failure to follow these in-structions may result in inadvertentlyunlocking the doors, which may de-crease the safety and security of yourvehicle.

Unlocking doors1. Press the button on the Intelligent

Key to unlock the driver’s door.

2. The hazard warning lights flash once.

3. Press the button again within 1minute to unlock all doors and rearhatch.

All doors and rear hatch will be locked au-tomatically unless one of the following op-erations is performed within 1 minute afterpressing the button:• Opening any doors or rear hatch.• Pushing the power switch.The interior light illuminates for a period oftime when a door is unlocked and theroom light switch is in the DOOR position.The light can be turned off without waitingby performing one of the following opera-tions:• Placing the power switch in the ON posi-

tion.• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.• Switching the room light switch to the

OFF position.

Opening charge port lidThe charge port lid may be opened bypressing and holding the button.For additional information, refer to "Open-ing charge port lid" in this section.

Using panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threat-ened, you may activate the alarm to callattention as follows:1. Press the button on the Intelligent

Key for more than 1 second.

2. The panic alarm and headlights will stayon for a period of time.

3. The panic alarm stops when:• It has run for a period of time, or• Any of the buttons on the Intelligent

Key is pushed. (Note: The buttonmust be pushed for more than 1 sec-ond.)


Setting hazard indicator and hornmodeThis vehicle is set in hazard indicator andhorn mode when you first receive the ve-hicle.In hazard indicator and horn mode, whenthe button is pressed, the hazard in-dicator flashes twice and the horn chirpsonce. When the button is pressed, thehazard indicator flashes once.If horns are not necessary, the system canbe switched to the hazard indicator mode.In hazard indicator mode, when thebutton is pressed, the hazard indicatorflashes twice. When the button ispressed, neither the hazard indicator northe horn operates.


Hazard indicator and horn mode

Operation DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK

Pushing door handle request switch or rear hatch request switch HAZARD - twiceOUTSIDE CHIME - twice

HAZARD - onceOUTSIDE CHIME - once

Pressing or button HAZARD - twiceHORN - once

HAZARD - onceHORN - none

Hazard indicator mode

Operation DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK

Pushing door handle request switch or rear hatch request switch HAZARD - twiceOUTSIDE CHIME - none

HAZARD - noneOUTSIDE CHIME - none

Pressing or button HAZARD - twiceHORN - none

HAZARD - noneHORN - none


Switching procedure:To switch the hazard indicator and horn(chime) operation, press the andbuttons on the Intelligent Key simultane-ously for more than two seconds.• When the hazard indicator mode is set,

the hazard indicator flashes three times.• When the hazard indicator and horn

mode is set, the hazard indicator flashesonce and the horn chirps once.

WARNING

• Make sure that the hood is com-pletely closed and latched beforedriving. Failure to do so could causethe hood to open during driving andresult in an accident.

• If steam or smoke is emitting fromthe motor compartment, do notopen the hood. Doing so could causean injury.

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HOOD


When opening the hood:1. Securely close the charge port door.

2. Pull the hood lock release handle O1 lo-cated below the instrument panel. Thehood will then spring up slightly.

3. Locate the lever O2 in between the hoodand charge port lid, and push the leverupward with your fingertips.

4. Raise the hood O3 .

5. Remove the support rod O4 from thehood and insert it into the slot O5 .

Hold the coated part OA when removingor resetting the support rod. Avoid directcontact with the metal parts becausethey may be hot immediately after theEV system has been stopped.When closing the hood:1. Return the support rod to its original

position.

2. Slowly move the hood down to latch thelock.

3. Push the hood down to lock the hoodsecurely into place.

WARNING

• Always make sure that the rear hatchhas been closed securely to preventit from opening while driving.

• Do not drive with the rear hatch open.• Make sure that all passengers have

their hands, etc. inside the vehiclebefore closing the rear hatch.

LPD2691

REAR HATCH


To open the rear hatch, unlock it and pushthe rear hatch opener switch OA . Pull up therear hatch to open.The rear hatch can be unlocked by:• Pushing the rear hatch request switch.

For additional information, refer to“NISSAN Intelligent Key® system” in thissection.

• Pressing the button on the Intelli-gent Key. For additional information, referto “NISSAN Intelligent Key® system” in thissection.

• Pushing the power door lock switch tothe unlock position.

SECONDARY REAR HATCHRELEASEFollow the following steps to unlock therear hatch when the battery is discharged.

NOTE:

It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon aspossible for inspection.Unlocking the rear hatch:

1. Move the cover OA by using a screwdriveror a similar tool available on hand.

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2. Then move the inside lever OB by using ascrewdriver or similar tool available onhand. The rear hatch will open.

OPENING CHARGE PORT LID

CAUTION

Make sure that the charge port lid iscompletely closed and latched beforedriving. Failure to do so could cause thelid to open suddenly during driving.

When opening the charge port lid performone of the following:• Push the charge port lid switch located

on the instrument panel, or• Press and hold the button on the

Intelligent Key for more than one second.

LPD2784Switch LPD2694

CHARGE PORT LID


When opening the charge port lid:1. The charging status indicator lights flash

and a chime sounds three times and thecharge port lid will then spring up slightly.

2. Put your hand into the underside of thelid and open until it is in the fully openposition.

When closing the charge port lid:1. Slowly move the lid down.

2. Lock it securely into place.

If the charge port lid cannot be unlocked1. Open the hood.

2. Move the lever behind the charge portlid in the direction of the arrow using aflat head screwdriver or suitable tool,and the port is unlocked.

Button LPD2151LPD2706 LPD2705


CHARGE PORT CAPWhen opening the charge port cap, pressthe tab inward and the cap will spring open.When the charge port cap is closed to itsprevious position, it will lock automatically.

CAUTION

• When charging is finished, be sure toclose the charge port cap. If water ordust gets inside the charge port, thismay cause a malfunction.

• Pay particular attention when usingthe normal charge port as the chargeport lid can be closed even when thenormal charge port cap is open.

• Close the quick charge port cap (if soequipped) before closing the charg-ing lid. The quick charge port cap (ifso equipped) can be damaged if it isopen when closing the charge portlid.

WARNING

• Do not adjust the steering wheelwhile driving. You could lose controlof your vehicle and cause anaccident.

• Do not adjust the steering wheel anycloser to you than is necessary forproper steering operation and com-fort. The driver’s air bag inflates withgreat force. If you are unrestrained,leaning forward, sitting sideways orout of position in any way, you are atgreater risk of injury or death in acrash. You may also receive seriousor fatal injuries from the air bag if youare up against it when it inflates. Al-ways sit back against the seatbackand as far away as practical from thesteering wheel. Always use the seatbelts.

LPD2704

STEERING WHEEL


TILT/TELESCOPIC OPERATIONPush the lock lever down �1 and adjust thesteering wheel up or down, forward or rear-ward �2 to the desired position.Pull the lock lever up �3 to lock the steeringwheel in place.

1. To block out glare from the front, swingdown the sun visor O1 .

2. To block glare from the side, remove thesun visor from the center mount andswing it to the side O2 .

3. Slide the extension sun visor in or out asneeded O3 .

CAUTION

• Do not store the sun visor before re-turning the extension to its originalposition.

• Do not pull the extension sun visorforcedly downward.

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LPD2696

SUN VISORS


VANITY MIRRORSTo access the vanity mirror, pull the sunvisor down and flip open the mirror cover.The vanity mirror will illuminate when themirror cover is open.

MANUAL ANTI-GLARE REARVIEWMIRROR (if so equipped)The night position O1 reduces glare fromthe headlights of vehicles behind you atnight.Use the day position O2 when driving indaylight hours.

WARNING

Use the night position only when nec-essary, because it reduces rearviewclarity.

AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLAREREARVIEW MIRROR (if so equipped)The inside mirror is designed so that it au-tomatically dims according to the intensityof the headlights of the vehicle followingyou. The automatic anti-glare feature is ac-tivated when the ignition switch is in theON position.

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MIRRORS


NOTE:

Do not hang any objects over the sen-sors O1 or apply glass cleaner to the sen-sors. Doing so will reduce the sensitivityof the sensors, resulting in improperoperation.The indicator light O2 will illuminate whenthe automatic anti-glare feature is operat-ing.• To turn off the anti-glare feature, press

the O button and the indicator light willturn off.

• To turn on the anti-glare feature, pressthe | button and the indicator light willturn on.

For additional information on HomeLink®Universal Transceiver operation, refer to“HomeLink® Universal Transceiver” in the“Instruments and controls” section of thismanual.

OUTSIDE MIRRORSAdjusting outside mirrors

WARNING

Objects viewed in the outside mirror onthe passenger side are closer than theyappear. Be careful when moving to theright. Using only this mirror could causean accident. Use the inside mirror orglance over your shoulder to properlyjudge distances to other objects.

The outside mirror control switch is lo-cated on the armrest.

LPD0469 JVC0061X


The outside mirror will operate only whenthe power switch is in the ACC or ON posi-tion.Turn the switch right or left to select theright or left side mirror O1 , then adjust themirror using the control switch O2 .Move the switch to the center (neutral) po-sition to prevent accidentally moving themirror.

Defogging outside mirrors (if soequipped)The outside mirrors will be heated whenthe rear window defroster switch is oper-ated. For additional information, refer to“Rear window and outside mirror (if soequipped) defroster switch” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

Folding outside mirrorsFold the outside mirror by pushing it to-ward the rear of the vehicle.

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MEMO


4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone andvoice recognition systems

NissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2RearView Monitor (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

RearView Monitor system operation . . . . . . . . . . 4-4How to read the displayed lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5Difference between predicted andactual distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5How to park with predictive courselines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7Adjusting the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8How to turn on and off predictivecourse lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9RearView Monitor system limitations . . . . . . . . . 4-9System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Intelligent Around View Monitor(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Intelligent Around View Monitor systemoperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Difference between predicted andactual distances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15How to park with predictive courselines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17How to switch the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18Adjusting the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19Intelligent Around View Monitor systemlimitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21Moving Object Detection (MOD)(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22

MOD system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23Turning MOD ON and OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25MOD system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-26

Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . . . . . . . . . 4-28

Displaying climate control systemstatus screen (models with navigationsystem) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30Operating tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30In-cabin microfilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31Automatic climate control(models without Navigation System) . . . . . . . . 4-32Automatic climate control(models with Navigation System) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35Climate ctrl. timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38

USB/iPod® charging ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43Car phone or CB radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44iPod®/iPhone® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44

Refer to the NissanConnect® Manual (forLeaf) that includes the following informa-tion.• EV-Specific functions• Audio• Hands-Free Phone• NissanConnect® EV and Services (if so

equipped)• Apple CarPlay®• Android Auto™• Navigation (if so equipped)• Voice recognition• Information and settings viewable on the

system

NISSANCONNECT® MANUAL (forLeaf)

4-2 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

LHA5348

1. CAMERA button

2. MENU button

REARVIEW MONITOR (if soequipped)

Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems 4-3

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the Rear-View Monitor system could result in se-rious injury or death.• RearView Monitor is a convenience

feature and is not a substitute forproper backing. Always turn and lookout the windows and check mirrorsto be sure that it is safe to move be-fore operating the vehicle. Alwaysback up slowly.

• The system is designed as an aid tothe driver in showing large station-ary objects directly behind the ve-hicle, to help avoid damaging thevehicle.

• The distance guide line and the ve-hicle width line should be used as areference only when the vehicle is ona level paved surface. The distanceviewed on the monitor is for refer-ence only and may be different thanthe actual distance between the ve-hicle and displayed objects.

CAUTION

Do not scratch the camera lens whencleaning dirt or snow from the front ofthe camera.

The RearView Monitor system automati-cally shows a rear view of the vehicle whenthe shift lever is shifted into the R (Reverse)position. The radio can still be heard whilethe RearView Monitor is active.To display the rear view, the RearView Moni-tor system uses a camera located justabove the vehicle’s license plate �1 .

REARVIEW MONITOR SYSTEMOPERATIONWith the EV (electric vehicle) system on andin “READY to drive”, move the shift lever tothe R (Reverse) position to operate theRearView Monitor.

LHA4522


HOW TO READ THE DISPLAYEDLINESGuiding lines which indicate the vehiclewidth and distances to objects with refer-ence to the vehicle body line OA are dis-played on the monitor.Distance guide linesIndicate distances from the vehicle body.• Red lineO1 : approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m)• Yellow line O2 : approx. 3 ft (1 m )• Green line O3 : approx. 7 ft (2 m)

Vehicle width guide lines O4

Indicate the vehicle width when backingup.The width of the vehicle width guide line iswider than the actual width.Predictive course lines O5

Indicate the predicted course when back-ing up. The predictive course lines will bedisplayed on the monitor when the shiftlever is in the R (Reverse) position and thesteering wheel is turned. The predictivecourse lines will move depending on howmuch the steering wheel is turned and willnot be displayed while the steering wheel isin the straight-ahead position.The vehicle width guide lines and the widthof the predictive course lines are widerthan the actual width and course.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDICTEDAND ACTUAL DISTANCESThe displayed guidelines and their loca-tions on the ground are for approximatereference only. Objects on uphill or downhillsurfaces or projecting objects will be actu-ally located at distances different fromthose displayed in the monitor relative tothe guidelines (refer to illustrations). Whenin doubt, turn around and view the objectsas you are backing up, or park and exit thevehicle to view the positioning of objectsbehind the vehicle.

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Backing up on a steep uphillWhen backing up the vehicle up a hill, thedistance guide lines and the vehicle widthguide lines are shown closer than the ac-tual distance. Note that any object on thehill is further than it appears on themonitor.

Backing up on a steep downhillWhen backing up the vehicle down a hill,the distance guide lines and the vehiclewidth guide lines are shown farther thanthe actual distance. Note that any objecton the hill is closer than it appears on themonitor.

Backing up near a projectingobjectThe predictive course lines OA do not touchthe object in the display. However, the ve-hicle may hit the object if it projects overthe actual backing up course.

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Backing up behind a projectingobjectThe position OC is shown farther than theposition OB in the display. However, the po-sition OC is actually at the same distance asthe position OA . The vehicle may hit the

object when backing up to the position OA

if the object projects over the actual back-ing up course.

HOW TO PARK WITH PREDICTIVECOURSE LINES

WARNING

• If the tires are replaced with differentsized tires, the predictive course linesmay be displayed incorrectly.

• On a snow-covered or slippery road,there may be a difference betweenthe predictive course line and the ac-tual course line.

• If the battery is disconnected or be-comes discharged, the predictivecourse lines may be displayed incor-rectly. If this occurs, please performthe following procedures:- Turn the steering wheel from lock tolock while the EV (electric vehicle)system is running.- Drive the vehicle on a straight roadfor more than 5 minutes.

• When the steering wheel is turnedwith the power switch in the ACC po-sition, the predictive course linesmay be displayed incorrectly.

1. Visually check that the parking space issafe before parking your vehicle.

2. The rear view of the vehicle is displayedon the screen OA when the shift lever ismoved to the R (Reverse) position.

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3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting thesteering wheel so that the predictivecourse lines OB enter the parking spaceOC .

4. Maneuver the steering wheel to makethe vehicle width guide lines OD parallelto the parking space OC while referringto the predictive course lines.

5. When the vehicle is parked in the spacecompletely, push the P (Park) positionswitch and apply the parking brake.

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN1. Press the MENU button.

2. Touch the ”Settings” key.

3. Touch the “Camera” key.

4. Touch the “Display Settings” key.

5. Touch the “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Tint”,“Color”, or “Black Level” key.

6. Adjust the item by touching the “+” or “-”key on the touch-screen display.

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NOTE:Do not adjust any of the display set-tings of the RearView Monitor whilethe vehicle is moving. Make sure theparking brake is firmly applied.

HOW TO TURN ON AND OFFPREDICTIVE COURSE LINESTo toggle ON and OFF the predictive courselines while in the P (Park) position:1. Touch the “Settings” key.

2. Touch the “Camera” key.

3. Touch the “Predictive Course Lines” keyto turn the feature ON or OFF.

Pushing the CAMERA button while the shiftlever is in the R (Reverse) position can alsoturn on and off the predictive course lines.

REARVIEW MONITOR SYSTEMLIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor RearView Monitor. Failure to oper-ate the vehicle in accordance withthese system limitations could result inserious injury or death.

• The system cannot completely elimi-nate blind spots and may not showevery object.

• Underneath the bumper and the cor-ner areas of the bumper cannot beviewed on the RearView Monitor be-cause of its monitoring range limita-tion. The system will not show smallobjects below the bumper, and maynot show objects close to the bum-per or on the ground.

• Objects viewed in the RearViewMonitor differ from actual distancebecause a wide-angle lens is used.

• Objects in the RearView Monitor willappear visually opposite comparedto when viewed in the rearview andoutside mirrors.

• Use the displayed lines as a refer-ence. The lines are highly affected bythe number of occupants, fuel level,vehicle position, road conditions androad grade.

• Make sure that the rear hatch is se-curely closed when backing up.

• Do not put anything on the rearviewcamera. The rearview camera is in-stalled above the license plate.

• When washing the vehicle with highpressure water, be sure not to spray itaround the camera. Otherwise, watermay enter the camera unit causingwater condensation on the lens, amalfunction, fire or an electric shock.

• Do not strike the camera. It is a preci-sion instrument. Otherwise, it maymalfunction or cause damage result-ing in a fire or an electric shock.

The following are operating limitations anddo not represent a system malfunction:• When the temperature is extremely high

or low, the screen may not clearly displayobjects.

• When strong light directly shines on thecamera, objects may not be displayedclearly.

• Vertical lines may be seen in objects onthe screen. This is due to strong reflectedlight from the bumper.

• The screen may flicker under fluorescentlight.

• The colors of objects on the RearViewMonitor may differ somewhat from theactual color of objects.

• Objects on the monitor may not be clearin a dark environment.


• There may be a delay when switchingbetween views.

• If dirt, rain or snow accumulate on thecamera, RearView Monitor may not dis-play objects clearly. Clean the camera.

• Do not use wax on the camera lens. Wipeoff any wax with a clean cloth dampenedwith a diluted mild cleaning agent, thenwipe with a dry cloth.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

• Do not use alcohol, benzine or thin-ner to clean the camera. This willcause discoloration.

• Do not damage the camera as themonitor screen may be adverselyaffected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on thecamera O1 , the RearView Monitor may notdisplay objects clearly. Clean the cameraby wiping it with a cloth dampened with adiluted mild cleaning agent and then wip-ing it with a dry cloth.

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1. CAMERA button

2. MENU button

INTELLIGENT AROUND VIEWMONITOR (if so equipped)


WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the Intelli-gent Around View Monitor systemcould result in serious injury or death.• The Intelligent Around View Monitor

is a convenience feature and is not asubstitute for proper vehicle opera-tion because it has areas where ob-jects cannot be viewed. The four cor-ners of the vehicle in particular, areareas where objects do not alwaysappear in the bird’s-eye, front, or rearviews. Always check your surround-ings to be sure that it is safe to movebefore operating the vehicle. Alwaysoperate the vehicle slowly.

• The driver is always responsible forsafety during parking and othermaneuvers.

CAUTION

Do not scratch the camera lens whencleaning dirt or snow from the front ofthe camera.

The Intelligent Around View Monitor sys-tem is designed as an aid to the driver insituations such as slot parking or parallelparking. The monitor displays variousviews of the position of the vehicle in a splitscreen format. Not all views are available atall times.Available views:• Front View

The view of the front of the vehicle.• Rear View

The view of the rear of the vehicle.• Bird’s-Eye View

The surrounding views of the vehiclefrom above.

• Front-Side ViewThe view around and ahead of the frontpassenger’s side wheel.

• Full screen rear viewThe view to the rear of the vehicle (whichis a little wider than the standard rearview).

To display the multiple views, the IntelligentAround View Monitor system uses cam-eras located in the front grille, on the vehi-cle’s outside mirrors and one just abovethe vehicle’s license plate O1 .

INTELLIGENT AROUND VIEWMONITOR SYSTEM OPERATIONWith the EV (electric vehicle) system on,move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) po-sition or press the CAMERA button to oper-ate the Intelligent Around View Monitor.When the camera is first activated with thebird’s-eye view in the display, a red icon willflash on the screen. This indicates that the

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sonar system is activated. For additionalinformation on the rear sonar system, referto “Rear sonar system” in the “Starting anddriving” section of this manual. The screendisplayed on the Intelligent Around ViewMonitor will automatically return to theprevious screen 3 minutes after the CAM-ERA button has been pressed with the shiftlever in a position other than the R (Re-verse) position.

Available views

WARNING

• The distance guide lines and the ve-hicle width lines should be used as areference only when the vehicle is ona paved, level surface. The apparentdistance viewed on the monitor maybe different than the actual distancebetween the vehicle and displayedobjects.

• Use the displayed lines and the bird’seye view as a reference. The lines andthe bird’s-eye view are greatly af-fected by the number of occupants,cargo, fuel level, vehicle position,road condition and road grade.

• If the tires are replaced with differentsized tires, the predictive course linesand the bird’s-eye view may be dis-played incorrectly.

• When driving the vehicle up a hill, ob-jects viewed in the monitor are fur-ther than they appear. When drivingthe vehicle down a hill, objectsviewed in the monitor are closer thanthey appear.

• Objects in the rear view will appearvisually opposite compared to whenviewed in the rear view and outsidemirrors.

• Use the mirrors or actually look toproperly judge distances to otherobjects.

• On a snow-covered or slippery road,there may be a difference betweenthe predictive course lines and theactual course line.

• The vehicle width and predictivecourse lines are wider than the actualwidth and course.

• The displayed lines will appearslightly off to the right, because therearview camera is not installed inthe rear center of the vehicle.

Front and rear viewGuiding lines that indicate the approximatevehicle width and distance to objects withreference to the vehicle body lines OA aredisplayed on the monitor.Distance guide linesIndicate distances from the vehicle body:• Red line O1 : approximately 1.5 ft (0.5 m)• Yellow lines O2 : approximately 3 ft (1 m)• Green lines O3 : approximately 7 ft (2 m)• Green lines O4 : approximately 10 ft (3 m) (if

so equipped)

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Vehicle width guide lines O5

Indicate the approximate vehicle widthwhen backing up.Predictive course lines O6

Indicate the predicted course when oper-ating the vehicle. The predictive courselines will be displayed on the monitor whenthe steering wheel is turned. The predictivecourse lines will move depending on howmuch the steering wheel is turned andmay not be displayed while the steeringwheel is in the straight-ahead position. The

front view will not be displayed when thevehicle speed is above 6 mph (10 km/h).

NOTE:

When the monitor displays the frontview and the steering wheel turns about90 degrees or less from the straight-ahead position, both the right and leftpredictive course lines O6 are displayed.When the steering wheel turns about 90degrees or more, a line is displayed onlyon the opposite side of the turn.

Birds-eye viewThe bird’s-eye view shows the overheadview of the vehicle, which helps confirm thevehicle position and the predicted courseto a parking space. The vehicle icon O1

shows the position of the vehicle. Note thatthe apparent distance between objectsviewed in the bird’s-eye view may differsomewhat from the actual distance to thevehicle.The areas that the cameras cannot coverO2 are indicated in black.After the EV system is placed in the ONposition, the non-viewable areas O2 are

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highlighted in yellow for several secondsafter the bird’s-eye view is displayed. It willbe shown only the first time after thepower switch is placed in the ON position.

WARNING

• Objects in the bird’s-eye view will ap-pear further than the actual distance.

• Tall objects, such as a curb or vehicle,may be misaligned or not displayedat the seam of the views.

• Objects that are above the cameracannot be displayed.

• The view for the bird’s-eye view maybe misaligned when the camera po-sition alters.

• A line on the ground may be mis-aligned and is not seen as beingstraight at the seam of the views. Themisalignment will increase as theline proceeds away from the vehicle.

Front-side viewGuiding linesGuiding lines that indicate the approximatewidth and the front end of the vehicle aredisplayed on the monitor.The front-of-vehicle line O1 shows the frontpart of the vehicle.The side-of-vehicle line O2 shows the ap-proximate vehicle width including the out-side mirrors.The extensions O3 of both the front O1 andside O2 lines are shown with a green dottedline.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PREDICTEDAND ACTUAL DISTANCESThe displayed guidelines and their loca-tions on the ground are for approximatereference only. Objects on uphill or downhillsurfaces or projecting objects will be actu-ally located at distances different fromthose displayed in the monitor relative tothe guidelines (refer to illustrations). Whenin doubt, turn around and view the objectsas you are backing up, or park and exit thevehicle to view the positioning of objectsbehind the vehicle.

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Backing up on a steep uphillWhen backing up the vehicle up a hill, thedistance guide lines and the vehicle widthguide lines are shown closer than the ac-tual distance. Note that any object on thehill is further than it appears on themonitor.

Backing up on a steep downhillWhen backing up the vehicle down a hill,the distance guide lines and the vehiclewidth guide lines are shown farther thanthe actual distance. Note that any objecton the hill is closer than it appears on themonitor.

Backing up near a projectingobjectThe predictive course lines OA do not touchthe object in the display. However, the ve-hicle may hit the object if it projects overthe actual backing up course.

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Backing up behind a projectingobjectThe position OC is shown farther than theposition OB in the display. However, the po-sition OC is actually at the same distance asthe position OA . The vehicle may hit the

object when backing up to the position OA

if the object projects over the actual back-ing up course.

HOW TO PARK WITH PREDICTIVECOURSE LINES

WARNING

• If the tires are replaced with differentsized tires, the predictive course linesmay be displayed incorrectly.

• On a snow-covered or slippery road,there may be a difference betweenthe predictive course line and the ac-tual course line.

• If the battery is disconnected or be-comes discharged, the predictivecourse lines may be displayed incor-rectly. If this occurs, please performthe following procedures:– Turn the steering wheel from lock

to lock while the EV (electric ve-hicle) system is running.

– Drive the vehicle on a straight roadfor more than 5 minutes.

• When the steering wheel is turnedwith the power switch in the ACC po-sition, the predictive course linesmay be displayed incorrectly.

1. Visually check that the parking space issafe before parking your vehicle.

2. The rear view of the vehicle is displayedon the screen OA when the shift lever ismoved to the R (Reverse) position.

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3. Slowly back up the vehicle adjusting thesteering wheel so that the predictivecourse lines OB enter the parking spaceOC .

4. Maneuver the steering wheel to makethe vehicle width guide lines OD parallelto the parking space OC while referringto the predictive course lines.

5. When the vehicle is parked in the spacecompletely, move the shift lever to the P(Park) position and apply the parkingbrake.

HOW TO SWITCH THE DISPLAYWith the power switch in the ON position,press the CAMERA button or move the shiftlever to the R (Reverse) position to operatethe Intelligent Around View Monitor.The Intelligent Around View Monitor dis-plays different split screen views depend-ing on the position of the shift lever. Pressthe CAMERA button to switch between theavailable views.If the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position,the available views are:• Rear view/bird’s-eye view split screen• Rear view/front-side view split screen• Full screen rear viewIf the shift lever is in the P (Park) and D(Drive) position, the available views are:• Front view/bird’s-eye view split screen• Front view/front-side view split screen

The display will switch from the IntelligentAround View Monitor screen when:• The shift lever is in the D (Drive) position

and the vehicle speed increases aboveapproximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

• A different screen is selected.

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ADJUSTING THE SCREEN1. Press MENU button.

2. Touch the “Settings” key

3. Touch the “Camera” key

4. Touch the “Display Settings” key

5. Touch the “Brightness,” “Contrast,” “Tint,”“Color,” or “Black Level” key.

6. Adjust the item by touching the “+” or “-”key on the touch-screen display.

NOTE:

Do not adjust any of the display settingsof the Intelligent Around View Monitorwhile the vehicle is moving. Make surethe parking brake is firmly applied.

INTELLIGENT AROUND VIEWMONITOR SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

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WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor Intelligent Around View Monitor.Failure to operate the vehicle in accor-dance with these system limitationscould result in serious injury or death.• Do not use the Intelligent Around

View Monitor with the outside mir-rors in the stored position, and makesure that the rear hatch is securelyclosed when operating the vehicleusing the Intelligent Around ViewMonitor.

• The apparent distance between ob-jects viewed on the IntelligentAround View Monitor differs from theactual distance.

• The cameras are installed on thefront grille, the outside mirrors andabove the rear license plate. Do notput anything on the vehicle that cov-ers the cameras.

• When washing the vehicle with highpressure water, be sure not to spray itaround the cameras. Otherwise, wa-ter may enter the camera unit caus-ing water condensation on the lens, amalfunction, fire or an electric shock.

• Do not strike the cameras. They areprecision instruments. Doing socould cause a malfunction or causedamage resulting in a fire or an elec-tric shock.

There are some areas where the systemwill not show objects and the system doesnot warn of moving objects. When in thefront or rear view display, an object belowthe bumper or on the ground may not beviewed O1 . When in the bird’s-eye view, atall object near the seam O2 of the cameraviewing areas will not appear in the moni-tor.The following are operating limitations anddo not represent a system malfunction:• There may be a delay when switching

between views.• When the temperature is extremely high

or low, the screen may not display objectsclearly.

• When strong light directly shines on thecamera, objects may not be displayedclearly.

• The screen may flicker under fluorescentlight.

• The colors of objects on the IntelligentAround View Monitor may differ some-what from the actual color of objects.

• Objects on the Intelligent Around ViewMonitor may not be clear and the color ofthe object may differ in a dark environ-ment.

• There may be differences in sharpnessbetween each camera view of the bird’s-eye view.

• Do not use wax on the camera lens. Wipeoff any wax with a clean cloth that hasbeen dampened with a diluted mildcleaning agent, then wipe with a drycloth.


System temporarily unavailableWhen the “!” icon is displayed on the screen,there are abnormal conditions in the Intel-ligent Around View Monitor. This will nothinder normal driving operation but thesystem should be inspected. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

When the “[X]” icon is displayed on thescreen, the camera image may be receiv-ing temporary electronic disturbancesfrom surrounding devices. This will not hin-der normal driving operation but the sys-tem should be inspected if it occurs fre-quently. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CAUTION


• Do not damage the cameras as themonitor screen may be adverselyaffected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on any ofthe cameras O1 , the Intelligent AroundView Monitor may not display objectsclearly. Clean the camera by wiping with acloth dampened with a diluted mild clean-ing agent and then wiping with a dry cloth.

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MOVING OBJECT DETECTION (MOD)(if so equipped)


WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the Movingobject Detection (MOD) system couldresult in serious injury or death.• The MOD system is not a substitute

for proper vehicle operation and isnot designed to prevent contact withobjects surrounding the vehicle.When maneuvering, always use theoutside mirrors and rearview mirrorand turn and check the surroundingsto ensure it is safe to maneuver.

• The system is deactivated at speedsabove 5 mph (8 km/h). It is reacti-vated at lower speeds.

• The MOD system is not designed todetect surrounding stationaryobjects.

The MOD system can inform the driver ofmoving objects near the vehicle whenbacking out of garages, maneuvering inparking lots and in other such instances.The MOD system detects moving objectsby using image processing technology onthe image shown in the display.

MOD SYSTEM OPERATIONThe MOD system will turn on automaticallyunder the following conditions:• When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)

position.• When vehicle speed decreases below ap-

proximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and thecamera screen is displayed.

The MOD system operates in the followingconditions when the camera view is dis-played:• When the shift lever is in the P (Park) or N

(Neutral) position and the vehicle isstopped, the MOD system detects mov-ing objects in the bird’s-eye view. TheMOD system may not operate if the out-side mirrors are moving in or out, in thestowed position, or if either front door isopened.

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• When the shift lever is in the D (Drive)position and the vehicle speed is belowapproximately 5 mph (8 km/h), the MODsystem detects moving objects in thefront view.

• When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)position and the vehicle speed is belowapproximately 5 mph (8 km/h), the MODsystem detects moving objects in therear view. The MOD system will not oper-ate if the rear hatch is open.

The MOD system does not detect movingobjects in the front-side view. The MODicon is not displayed on the screen when inthis view.When the MOD system detects moving ob-jects near the vehicle, a chime will be heardand a yellow frame will be displayed on theview where the objects are detected. Whilethe MOD system continues to detect mov-ing objects, the yellow frame continues tobe displayed.

NOTE:

While the Rear Cross Traffic Alert chime isbeeping, the MOD system does notchime.In the bird’s-eye view, the yellow frame O1 isdisplayed on each camera image (front,rear, right, left) depending on where mov-ing objects are detected.The yellow frame O2 is displayed on eachview in the front view and rear view modes.

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A blue MOD icon O3 is displayed in the viewwhere the MOD system is operative. A grayMOD icon is displayed in the view where theMOD system is not operative.If the MOD system is turned off, the MODicon O3 is not displayed.

TURNING MOD ON AND OFFSome vehicles include the option to allowthe MOD system to be turned on or off inthe vehicle information display.To turn the MOD system on or off:1. Use either the or menu control

switch on the steering wheel to select“Settings”.

2. Select “Driver Assistance” and press theOK button.

3. Select “Parking Aids” and press the OKbutton.

4. Toggle ON or OFF “Moving Object” usingthe OK button.

MOD SYSTEM LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor MOD. Failure to operate the vehiclein accordance with these system limi-tations could result in serious injury ordeath.• Do not use the MOD system when

towing a trailer. The system may notfunction properly.

• Excessive noise (for example, audiosystem volume or open vehicle win-dow) will interfere with the chimesound, and it may not be heard.

• The MOD system performance will belimited according to environmentalconditions and surrounding objectssuch as:– When there is low contrast be-

tween background and the mov-ing objects.

– When there is a blinking source oflight.

– When strong light such as anothervehicle’s headlight or sunlight ispresent.

– When camera orientation is not inits usual position, such as when amirror is folded.

– When there is dirt, water drops orsnow on the camera lens.

– When the position of the movingobjects in the display is notchanged.

• The MOD system might detect flow-ing water droplets on the cameralens, white smoke from the muffler,moving shadows, etc.

• The MOD system may not functionproperly depending on the speed, di-rection, distance or shape of themoving objects.

• If your vehicle sustains damage tothe parts where the camera is in-stalled, leaving it misaligned or bent,the sensing zone may be altered andthe MOD system may not detect ob-jects properly.

• When the temperature is extremelyhigh or low, the screen may not dis-play objects clearly. This is not amalfunction.


NOTE:

The blue MOD icon will change to orangeif one of the following has occurred:• When the system is malfunctioning.• When the component temperature

reaches a high level (icon will blink).If the icon light continues to illuminateorange, have the MOD system checked.It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CAUTION


• Do not damage the cameras as themonitor screen may be adverselyaffected.

If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on any ofthe cameras O1 , the Intelligent AroundView Monitor may not display objectsclearly. Clean the camera by wiping with acloth dampened with a diluted mild clean-ing agent and then wiping with a dry cloth.

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Open/close the vents by moving the ventslide in the appropriate direction.

: This symbol indicates that the ventsare closed.

: This symbol indicates that the ventsare open.Adjust the air flow direction of the vents bymoving the vent slide (up/down) until thedesired position is achieved.

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VENTS


WARNING

• The air conditioning cooling functionoperates only when the powerswitch is in the ON position or whenthe READY to drive indicator light isON.

• Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the assis-tance of others alone in your vehicle.Pets should also not be left alone.They could accidentally injure them-selves or others through inadvertentoperation of the vehicle. Also, on hot,sunny days, temperatures in a closedvehicle could quickly become highenough to causes severe or possiblyfatal injuries to people or animals.

• Do not use the recirculation mode forlong periods as it may cause the inte-rior air to become stale and the win-dows to fog up.

NOTE:• Odors from inside and outside the ve-

hicle can build up in the air conditionerunit. Odor can enter the passengercompartment through the vents.

• When parking, set the heater or airconditioner controls to turn off air re-circulation to allow fresh air into thepassenger compartment. This shouldhelp reduce odors inside the vehicle.

The climate control system (air conditionerand heater functions) can be operatedwhen the READY to drive indicator light isilluminated. However, while charging, theclimate control system can be used whenthe power switch is in the ON position.The fan, heater and air conditioning can beturned on manually, using the timer func-tion and using the remote climate controlfunction.These functions operate in the followingconditions.

HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONER(automatic)


Power switch position LOCK/OFF ACC ON READY to driveFan - - Available AvailableHeater and air conditioner - - Available*1 AvailableTimer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) Available Available - -Remote control*2 Available Available - -

*1: The climate control system will only start when charging is being performed. After charging is complete, it will continue to operate if the EVSE (Electric VehicleSupply Equipment) is connected.*2: Models with Navigation System.

NOTE:• A series of operation sounds may be

heard immediately after climate con-trol ON/OFF operation. This is not amalfunction.

• Compressor and motor fan may sud-denly start to operate during chargingoperation. This is not a malfunction.

• Condensation forms inside the air con-ditioning unit when the air conditioneris running, and is safely discharged un-derneath your vehicle. Traces of wateron the ground are therefore normal.Water may drop underneath the ve-hicle when climate control is operating.


DISPLAYING CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM STATUS SCREEN (modelswith navigation system)The climate control system status screencan be displayed as a widget. For details ofthe widget, refer to the NissanConnect®Manual (for Leaf).

NOTE:• If the READY to drive indicator light is

illuminated and the EVSE (Electric Ve-hicle Supply Equipment) is connectedto the vehicle, the power switch willchange to the ON position. At the sametime, the climate control system willstop operating. However, the fan willcontinue to operate. If you want to turnon climate control again, place thepower switch in the OFF position andthen place it in the ON position againafter confirming that the vehicle hasstarted charging.

• When the power switch is in the ONposition, if the power supply from theEVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equip-ment) is interrupted due to an electri-cal outage, etc., the system will operatein the following ways.– If it occurs while charging is being

performed:The climate control system will stoponce. If the power supply is restoredwithin approximately 5 minutes, theclimate control system will restart.However, if more than 5 minutes haveelapsed, the climate control systemwill not restart.– If it occurs after charging has fin-

ished:The climate control system will stop.

OPERATING TIPS• The automatic climate control is

equipped with sensors as illustrated. Thesensors OA and OB help maintain a con-stant temperature. Do not put anythingon or around these sensors.

• Power consumption of the climate con-trol system varies depending on the out-side temperature and the temperatureset for the climate control system. Powerconsumption increases if the interiortemperature is cooled down too much insummer or if it warmed up too much inwinter. This will result in a reduced drivingrange.

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• Using the AUTO mode will help reducethe power consumption of the climatecontrol.

• When the AUTO button is pressed, theAUTO indicator illuminates. TheHEAT button indicator or the A/C buttonindicator illuminates according to the op-eration of the climate control system.

• If any of the MODE, A/C, HEAT,fan speed control, front defroster ispushed when the AUTO indicator illumi-nates, the AUTO indicator will be turnedoff.

• If the charge connector is connected tothe vehicle when it is in the READY to drivemode and the air conditioner or heater ison, the power switch automaticallychanges to the ON position. Place thepower switch in the off position to begincharging. Turn on the desired climatecontrol function.

• For normal charge, the climate controlsystem is operative when charging op-eration is complete. For quick chargehowever, the climate control systemstops operating when charging opera-tion stops.

• The climate control timer or remote cli-mate control (for models with NavigationSystem) may fog up windows dependingon the set temperature or outside tem-perature.

• When turning on the seat heater (if soequipped) switch prior to operating theclimate control timer or the remote cli-mate control (for models with NavigationSystem), the seat heater will also turn onautomatically when the outside tem-perature is low.

IN-CABIN MICROFILTERThe climate control system is equippedwith an in-cabin microfilter which collectsdirt, dust etc. To make sure the air condi-tioner heats defogs, and ventilates effi-ciently, replace the filter regularly. To re-place the filter, it is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.The filter should be replaced if the airflow decreases significantly or if win-dows fog up easily when operating theclimate control system.

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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL(models without NavigationSystem)1. fan speed control dial

2. intake air control button

3. front defroster button

4. Climate Ctrl. display

5. Rear window and outside mirror (ifso equipped) defroster switch

6. Temperature control dial

7. AUTO climate control ON button

8. A/C (air conditioner) button

9. MODE (manual air flow control) button

10. HEAT button

11. Climate control system OFF button

Automatic operation (AUTO)The AUTO mode may be used year-roundas the system automatically controls con-stant temperature, air flow distribution andfan speed.1. Press the AUTO button. The AUTO indica-

tor will be illuminated.

2. Turn the temperature control dial to setthe desired temperature.

When any of the following functions areoperated, the AUTO indicator will turn off.• The HEAT or A/C button is pressed.• The fan speed control or ventilator air

flow control is operated.However, the functions that were not oper-ated continue operating in AUTO mode.

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NOTE:• If the fan speed control dial, MODE

button, or intake air control but-ton is operated while AUTO is in use, allthe other buttons operate in AUTOmode.

• While the AUTO indicator is illuminated,electric power consumption of the airconditioner can be economized com-pared to the amount consumed whilethe AUTO indicator is not illuminated.

The HEAT indicator light and the A/C indi-cator light illuminates according to the op-eration modes of the climate control sys-tem.

Operationmode

A/C indica-tor

HEAT indi-cator

Cooling(HEAT off)

ON OFF

Heating(A/C off)

OFF ON

Manual operationThe manual mode can be used to controlthe heater and air conditioner to your de-sired temperature.

The HEAT indicator light and the A/C indi-cator light illuminates according to the op-eration modes.

Operationmode

A/C indica-tor

HEAT indica-tor

Cooling(HEAT off)

ON OFF

Dehumidi-fied heating

ON ON

Heating (A/Coff)

OFF ON

Ventilation OFF OFF

Cooling1. Press the A/C button to illuminate the

A/C indicator light.

2. Press the HEAT button to turn offthe HEAT indicator light.• Do not set the temperature higher

than the outside air temperature. Do-ing so may prevent the temperaturefrom being controlled properly.

• A visible mist may be seen comingfrom the ventilators in hot, humid con-ditions as the air is cooled rapidly. Thisdoes not indicate a malfunction.

Dehumidified heating1. Press the A/C button to illuminate the


2. Press the HEAT button to illuminatethe HEAT indicator light

NOTE:

Electric power consumption of climatecontrol increases while A/C button indi-cator and HEAT button indicator si-multaneously illuminate. As a result, thedriving range may be decreased.Heating (A/C off)1. Press the HEAT button to illuminate

the HEAT indicator light.

2. Press the A/C button to turn off the A/Cindicator light.• Do not set temperature lower than the

outside air temperature. Doing so mayprevent the temperature from beingcontrolled properly.

• If the windows fog up, use dehumidi-fied heating instead of the A/C offheating.


VentilationPress the HEAT button and A/C but-ton if the indicator lights are on so thatboth indicator lights turn off.

NOTE:• The ventilation mode requires a lower

power consumption, so cruising dis-tance will increase.

• In ventilation mode, temperature is notindicated on the air conditioner dis-play.

Dehumidified defrosting/defoggingPress the front defroster button (theindicator light will illuminate).• To remove moisture or fog on the front

window quickly, set the temperature tothe high temperature and the fan speedto their maximum level.

• After the windshield is cleared, press thefront defroster button again (the in-

dicator light will turn off).• When the front defroster button is

pressed, the air conditioner will automati-cally turn on to defog the windshield. Theoutside air recirculation mode will be se-lected to improve the defogging perfor-mance.

Fan speed controlTurn the fan speed control dial tomanually control the fan speed.Press the AUTO button to change the fanspeed to the automatic mode.Air flow controlPress the MODE button to change the airflow mode.

Air flows from the center andside ventilators.

Air flows from the center andside ventilators and foot outlets.

Air flows mainly from the footoutlets.

Air flows from the defroster out-lets and foot outlets.

Air flows from the defrostervents.

Temperature controlTurn the temperature control dial to set thedesired temperature.RecirculationPress the intake air control button tochange the air circulation mode. When theindicator light illuminates, the flowing air isrecirculated inside the vehicle.When the outside temperature exceeds70°F (21°C) the air conditioning system maydefault to air recirculation mode automati-cally to reduce overall power consumption.To exit air recirculation mode, deselect theair recirculation button (indicator will turnoff) to enter fresh mode.Fresh airPress the intake air control button tochange the air circulation mode. When theindicator light does not illuminate, the flow-ing air is drawn from outside the vehicle.Automatic air intake controlIn the AUTO mode, the intake air will becontrolled automatically. When the outsidetemperature exceeds 70°F (21°C), the airconditioning system may default to air re-circulation mode automatically to reduceoverall power consumption.


To set the automatic control mode, pressand hold the intake air control button.The indicator light will blink twice and theinside/outside circulation will then be con-trolled automatically. When in automaticmode, the indicator light will come on wheninside air recirculation is active.Rear window and outside mirror (if soequipped) defroster switchFor additional information, refer to “Rearwindow and outside mirror (if so equipped)defroster switch” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual

To turn the system offTo turn off the climate control, press theClimate control system OFF button. Thesame operating mode (Heater or A/C) thatwas active when the system is turned off isactive when system is turned back on.

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL(models with Navigation System)1. Temperature control button

2. HEAT button

3. Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator

4. front defroster button

5. fan speed control button

6. Rear window and outside mirror (ifso equipped) defroster switch

7. intake air control button

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8. Climate control system ON·OFF button

9. AUTO climate control ON button

10. MODE (manual air flow control) button

11. A/C (air conditioner) ON·OFF button

Automatic operation (AUTO)The AUTO mode may be used year-roundas the system automatically controls con-stant temperature, air flow distribution andfan speed.1. Press the AUTO button. The AUTO indica-

tor will be illuminated.

2. Press the temperature control button toset the desired temperature.

When any of the following functions areoperated, the AUTO indicator will turn off.• The HEAT or A/C button is pressed.• The fan speed control or ventilator air

flow control is operated.However, the functions that were not oper-ated continue operating in AUTO mode.

NOTE:• If the fan speed control button,

MODE button, or intake air controlbutton is operated while AUTO is in use,all the other buttons operate in AUTOmode.

• While the AUTO indicator is illuminated,electric power consumption of the airconditioner can be economized com-pared to the amount consumed whilethe AUTO indicator is not illuminated.

The HEAT indicator light and the A/C indi-cator light illuminates according to the op-eration modes of the climate control sys-tem.

Operationmode

A/C indica-tor

HEAT indi-cator

Cooling(HEAT off)

ON OFF

Heating (A/Coff)

OFF ON

Manual operationThe manual mode can be used to controlthe heater and air conditioner to your de-sired temperature.

The HEAT indicator light and the A/C indi-cator light illuminates according to the op-eration modes.

Operationmode

A/C indica-tor

HEAT indica-tor

Cooling(HEAT off)

ON OFF

Dehumidi-fied heating

ON ON

Heating (A/Coff)

OFF ON

Ventilation OFF OFF

Cooling1. Press the A/C button to illuminate the


2. Press the HEAT button to turn offthe HEAT indicator light.• Do not set the temperature higher

than the outside air temperature. Do-ing so may prevent the temperaturefrom being controlled properly.

• A visible mist may be seen comingfrom the ventilators in hot, humid con-ditions as the air is cooled rapidly. Thisdoes not indicate a malfunction.


Dehumidified heating1. Press the A/C button to illuminate the


2. Press the HEAT button to illuminatethe HEAT indicator light

NOTE:

Electric power consumption of climatecontrol increases while A/C button indi-cator and HEAT button indicator si-multaneously illuminate. As a result, thedriving range may be decreased.Heating (A/C off)1. Press the HEAT button to illuminate

the HEAT indicator light.

2. Press the A/C button to turn off the A/Cindicator light.• Do not set temperature lower than the

outside air temperature. Doing so mayprevent the temperature from beingcontrolled properly.

• If the windows fog up, use dehumidi-fied heating instead of the A/C offheating.

VentilationPress the HEAT button and A/C but-ton if the indicator lights are on so thatboth indicator lights turn off.

NOTE:• The ventilation mode requires a lower

power consumption, so cruising dis-tance will increase.

• In ventilation mode, temperature is notindicated on the navigation monitor oron the air conditioner display.

Dehumidified defrosting/defoggingPress the front defroster button (theindicator light will illuminate).• To remove moisture or fog on the front

window quickly, set the temperature tothe high temperature and the fan speedto their maximum level.

• After the windshield is cleared, press thefront defroster button again (the in-

dicator light will turn off).• When the front defroster button is

pressed, the air conditioner and heaterwill automatically turn on to defog thewindshield. The outside air recirculationmode will be selected to improve the de-fogging performance.

Fan speed controlPress the fan speed control button tomanually control the fan speed.Press the AUTO button to change the fanspeed to the automatic mode.Air flow controlPress the MODE button to change the airflow mode.

Air flows from the center andside ventilators.

Air flows from the center andside ventilators and foot outlets.

Air flows mainly from the footoutlets.

Air flows from the defroster out-lets and foot outlets.

Air flows from the defrostervents.

Temperature controlPress the temperature control buttons toset the desired temperature.


Air recirculationPress the intake air control button tochange the air circulation mode. When theindicator light illuminates, the flowing air isrecirculated inside the vehicle.When the outside temperature exceeds70°F (21°C) the air conditioning system maydefault to air recirculation mode automati-cally to reduce overall power consumption.To exit air recirculation mode, deselect theair recirculation button (indicator will turnoff) to enter fresh mode.Outside air circulationPress the intake air control button tochange the air circulation mode. When theindicator light does not illuminate, the flow-ing air is drawn from outside the vehicle.Automatic air intake controlIn the AUTO mode, the intake air will becontrolled automatically. When the outsidetemperature exceeds 70°F (21°C), the airconditioning system may default to air re-circulation mode automatically to reduceoverall power consumption.To set the automatic control mode, pressand hold the intake air control button.The indicator light will blink twice and theinside/outside circulation will then be con-

trolled automatically. When in automaticmode, the indicator light will come on wheninside air recirculation is active.Rear window and outside mirror (if soequipped) defroster switchFor additional information, refer to “Rearwindow and outside mirror (if so equipped)defroster switch” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual

To turn the system offTo turn off the climate control, press theClimate control system ON·OFF button.The same operating mode (Heater or A/C)that was active when the system is turnedoff is active when system is turned back on.

CLIMATE CTRL. TIMERThis function pre-heats or pre-cools thepassenger compartment of the vehicle tothe temperature before driving. This helpsreduce power consumption from the Li-ionbattery.The Climate Ctrl. Timer operates the airconditioner using power from the chargeror the Li-ion battery. While the chargingconnector is connected to the vehicle,electric power from the Li-ion battery is notused.

The Climate Ctrl. Timer function allows twotimer settings.Once the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, it willcomplete air conditioning by the time thatis set. It is not necessary to set the ClimateCtrl. Timer every day.

WARNING

Even if the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, thetemperature in the passenger com-partment may become high or low ifthe system automatically stops. Do notleave children or adults who would nor-mally require the support of othersalone in your vehicle. Pets should notbe left alone either. On hot, sunny days,temperatures in a closed vehicle couldquickly become high enough to causesevere or possibly fatal injuries topeople or animals. Also on cold days,temperature in a vehicle could becomelow enough to cause severe or possiblefatal injuries to people or animals.


How to set Climate Ctrl. Timer

�1 OK button

�2 button

�3 Back button

�4 button

1. Press the button to select “Set-tings” on the vehicle information display.

2. Press the button to select “EVSettings” and then press the OK button.

3. Press the button to select “Cli-mate Ctrl. Timer1” or “Climate Ctrl.Timer2” and then press the OK button.

4. Press the button to select“Timer” and then press the OK buttonand turn on the setting. The indicatorlight will turn on when the timer settingis turned on.

5. Press the button to select “De-parture time” and then press the OKbutton.


7. Press the button to set “Minute”and then press the OK button. The set-ting can be changed with an incrementstep of 10 minutes.

8. Press the button to select“Climate Temperature” and then pressthe OK button.

LHA4545 LHA5079Type A (models with Navigation

System)

LHA5080Type B (models without Navigation

System)


9. Press the button to set Cli-mate Temperature and then press theOK button.

10. * Press the button to select"Days" and then press the OK button.The current day of the week is dis-played with an underline.Press the button to select thedays of the week you wish to activatethe Climate Control system and thenpress the OK button. The indicator lightof the selected button will turn on.

11. * After setting the day of the week, pressthe Back button and return to the pre-vious screen.The set day of the week is lit in white.

12. After the setting is complete, place thepower switch in the OFF position, andthen connect the charge connector tothe vehicle.* models with Navigation System

InfoThe Climate Ctrl. Timer does not activate ifthe charge connector is not connected tothe vehicle. When the “Battery OperationOK” is turned on and the charging connec-tor is not connected to the vehicle, the Cli-mate Ctrl. Timer will activate for 15 minutes.When the outside temperature is high, theinterior temperature may not reach the settemperature within the 15 minutes.Turn "Battery Operation OK" to OFF when itis not necessary to operate air condition-ing timer in order to prevent Li-ion batteryfrom discharging.For models without Navigation System, theClimate Ctrl. Timer operates repeatedly ev-ery day once it is turned on.

Operating tips for using ClimateCtrl. Timer• The Climate Ctrl. Timer will only start

when the power switch is in the LOCK/OFF or ACC position.

• To turn off the Climate Ctrl. Timer func-tion, turn off the “Climate Ctrl. Timer1” and"Climate Ctrl. Timer2" setting in the videoinformation display using thebutton on the steering wheel. The startand stop time settings will not be deletedeven if the Climate Ctrl. Timer function isturned off.

• While the Climate Ctrl. Timer is operating,the Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator and thecharging status indicator lights flash. Ifthe Climate Ctrl. Timer is set to activate,the Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator illumi-nates.*

• If the Climate Ctrl. Timer starts operatingwhile the vehicle is being charged, thetime required for charging will be longer.

• Operating the Climate Ctrl. Timer or re-mote climate control in an environmentwhere the temperature is low may de-crease the rate of battery charge.


• Timer setting can also be changed whileClimate Ctrl. Timer is operated. When thepower position is switched to OFF, the airconditioner starts or enters waitingmode depending on the new timer set-tings.

• When the difference in temperature be-tween the air conditioner setting tem-perature and the temperature outsidethe vehicle is large, the temperature in-side the vehicle may not be maintainedat the setting temperature.

• The charging status indicator lights illu-minate in a specific pattern when the Li-ion battery warmer operates. The charg-ing status indicator lights use the samepattern to indicate 12–volt battery charg-ing, Climate Ctrl. Timer operation or Re-mote Climate Control operation. Thecharging status indicator lights do notchange if the Li-ion battery warmer oper-ates at the same time as the above fea-tures.

• The temperature in the passenger com-partment may not be comfortable if en-tering the vehicle too soon before or toolong after the scheduled time of depar-ture.

• Air conditioning is limited to the capacityof the electric power when the chargeconnector is connected. Therefore, thetemperature may not reach the set tem-perature due to limitations in air condi-tioning performance, if ambient tem-perature is excessively high or low, or ifthe charge connector is connected to a120–volt plug outlet.

• The Climate Ctrl. Timer operates the cli-mate control function so that a comfort-able temperature is provided in the pas-senger compartment at the scheduledtime of departure. The climate control isset to stop at the scheduled time of de-parture.

• Depending on the facilities of chargingstation, there may be time when it is notavailable for charging. Confirm the avail-ability of the charging facility before set-ting the Climate Ctrl. Timer. Be sure thatthe power switch of the charger is turnedon when setting the Climate Ctrl. Timer.

• When the power switch is turned OFF af-ter changing the setting, the new settingwill be applied.

*models with Navigation System

Remote climate controlThis vehicle incorporates a communica-tion device that is called a TCU (TelematicsControl Unit). The communication connec-tion between this unit and Nissan DataCenter allows for various remote functionservices.Even when away from the vehicle, climatecontrol can be started by accessing theWeb Owner Portal using a cellular phone ora personal computer.When operation is started, or at the setstart time, the Nissan Data Center ac-cesses the vehicle. When the vehicle re-ceives a command for remote operation,the climate control immediately turns ONand operates for the specified period oftime. Confirmation of the ON/OFF of theclimate control operation can be checkedby accessing the Web Owner Portal, or bye-mail.Completing registration for theNissanConnect® EV and Services is neces-sary before using the service. For additionalinformation, refer to the NissanConnect®Manual (for Leaf).


WARNING

• Radio waves could adversely affectelectric medical equipment. For ad-ditional information, refer to yourelectric medical equipment manu-facturer for the possible effect onpacemakers before using the remoteclimate control.

• Even if the remote climate control isset, the temperature in the passen-ger room may become high if thesystem automatically stops. Do notleave children or adults who wouldnormally require the support of oth-ers alone in your vehicle. Pets shouldnot be left alone either. On hot, sunnydays, temperatures in a closed ve-hicle could quickly become highenough to cause severe or possiblyfatal injuries to people or animals.

NOTE:• To check the Li-ion battery charging

status using an internet enabled smartphone or personal computer.– The vehicle must be located in a cel-

lular phone coverage area.– The cellular phone must be located

in an area with cellular phone cover-age.

– The computer must be connected tothe internet.

• Some cellular phones are not compat-ible with this system and cannot beused to check the Li-ion battery charg-ing status. Confirm this beforehand.

Operating tips• When the charge connector is con-

nected, the climate control operates us-ing electric power. When the charge con-nector is disconnected from the vehicle,the climate control operates using ve-hicle battery electric power.

• The climate control can be operated for amaximum of 2 hours when the chargeconnector is connected to the vehicle, ora maximum of 15 minutes when thecharge connector is disconnected.

• The remote climate control will only startto operate when the power switch is inthe LOCK/OFF or ACC position.

• Remote climate control operation is notavailable when the vehicle is in an area ofcellular communication range.

• Communication becomes unavailablewhen the vehicle is not used for twoweeks or more. When the power switch isplaced in the ON position, communica-tion with the Nissan Data Center can berestored.

• Air conditioning is limited to the capacityof the electric power when the chargeconnector is connected to the vehicle.Therefore, the temperature may notreach a comfortable level due to perfor-mance of the air conditioning being lim-ited, if the outside temperature is exces-sively high or low, or if the chargeconnector is connected to a 110 – 120-voltoutlet.

• If the power switch is in the ON position orthe charge connector is disconnected,while the remote climate control is beingoperated, remote climate control opera-tion is automatically stopped and ane-mail is sent.

• If remote climate control operation isstarted while the vehicle is in normalcharge mode, the climate control oper-ates in climate control priority mode andcharging is continued.


• If remote climate control operation isstarted and charging is stopped whilethe vehicle is in quick charge mode, cli-mate control operation is also stopped.

• If the quick charge connector is con-nected and charging is not performed,remote climate control operation startsusing the battery electric power of thevehicle.

Servicing climate controlThe climate control system in your NISSANis charged with a refrigerant designed withthe environment in mind. This refrigerantwill not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Spe-cial charging equipment and lubricant arerequired when servicing your NISSAN cli-mate control. Using improper refrigerantsor lubricants will cause severe damage toyour climate control system. For additionalinformation, refer to “Recommendedfluids/lubricants and capacities” in the“Technical and consumer information” sec-tion.It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer to service your envi-ronmentally friendly climate control sys-tem.

There are USB/iPod® charging ports lo-cated behind the center console. Theseports will charge compatible devices.

NOTE:

Only the USB connection port locatedbelow the instrument panel will allowoperation of the USB/iPod® devicesthrough the audio system.

The vehicle is equipped with a shark finantenna.

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USB/iPod® CHARGING PORTS ANTENNA


When installing a CB, ham radio or carphone in your vehicle, be sure to observethe following precautions; otherwise, thenew equipment may adversely affect theEV control system and other electronicparts.

WARNING

• A cellular phone should not be usedfor any purpose while driving so fullattention may be given to vehicle op-eration. Some jurisdictions prohibitthe use of cellular phones whiledriving.

• If you must make a call while yourvehicle is in motion, the hands freecellular phone operational mode ishighly recommended. Exercise ex-treme caution at all times so full at-tention may be given to vehicleoperation.

• If you are unable to devote full atten-tion to vehicle operation while talk-ing on the phone, pull off the road toa safe location and stop your vehicle.

CAUTION

• Keep the antenna as far away as pos-sible from the electronic controlmodules.

• Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in(20 cm) away from the electroniccontrol system harnesses. Do notroute the antenna wire next to anyharness.

• Adjust the antenna standing-waveratio as recommended by themanufacturer.

• Connect the ground wire from the CBradio chassis to the body.

• For additional information, it is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer.

“Made for iPod”, “Made for iPhone” and“Made for iPad” mean that an electronicaccessory has been designed to connectspecifically to iPod, iPhone or iPad, respec-tively, and has been certified by the devel-oper to meet Apple performance stan-dards. Apple is not responsible for theoperation of this device or its compliancewith safety and regulatory standards.Please note that the use of this accessorywith iPod, iPhone or iPad may affect wire-less performance.iPad, iPhone, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPodshuffle and iPod touch are trademarks ofApple Inc., registered in the U.S. and othercountries. Lightning is a trademark ofApple Inc.

CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO iPod®/IPHONE®


MEMO


5 Starting and driving

Precautions when starting and driving . . . . . . . . . . 5-4Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4Avoiding collision and rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7Off-road recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8Rapid air pressure loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9

Push-button power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10NISSAN Intelligent Key® system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10Operating range for EV start function . . . . . . . 5-10Power switch operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12Power switch positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13Emergency EV shut off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13NISSAN Intelligent Key® batterydischarge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System . . . . . . . . . 5-14

Before starting the EV system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14Starting the EV system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15Driving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15

Electric shift control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19

Pedal type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20Switch type (models with electronicparking brake system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20

e-Pedal system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22e-Pedal system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22

e-Pedal system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-26LDW system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27How to enable/disable the LDW system . . . . . 5-28LDW system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30

Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31I-LI system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-32How to enable/disable the I-LI system . . . . . . 5-33I-LI system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36

Blind Spot Warning (BSW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37BSW system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38How to enable/disable the BSW system . . . . . 5-40BSW system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41BSW driving situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-46

Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) . . . . . . . . 5-47I-BSI system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-49How to enable/disable the I-BSI system . . . . . 5-50

I-BSI system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-51I-BSI driving situations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-52System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-57System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-57System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-58

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-59RCTA system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-60How to enable/disable the RCTAsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-62RCTA system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-63System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-65System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-65

Cruise control (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-66Precautions on cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-66Cruise control operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-67

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (for vehicleswithout ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) . . . . . . . 5-69

How to select the cruise control mode . . . . . . 5-70Vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-70Vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-71Vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-73

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-80System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-84System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-86Conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-87

ProPILOT Assist (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-92ProPILOT Assist system operation . . . . . . . . . . . 5-94Turning the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-97Operating ProPILOT Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-98How to enable/disable the SteeringAssist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-102Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)(for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) . . . . . . . . . . 5-103Steering Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-114Conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-121

Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) withPedestrian Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-125

AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemoperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-126Turning the AEB with PedestrianDetection system on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-128

AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemlimitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-129System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-131System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-132System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-133

Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-134RAB system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-135Turning the RAB system on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-136RAB system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-137System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-138System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-139

Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW) . . 5-139I-FCW System operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-140Turning the I-FCW system on/off . . . . . . . . . . . 5-142I-FCW system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-143System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-147System malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-148System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-148

Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA)(if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-150

I-DA system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-150How to enable/disable the I-DA system . . . . 5-151I-DA system limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-152

ECO Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-152Increasing power economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-153

ECO drive report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-154Parking/parking on hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-155Power steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-156Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-157

Brake precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-157Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-159Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-160

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system . . . . . . . . 5-160Chassis control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-162

Intelligent Trace Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-162Intelligent Ride Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-163

Rear sonar system (RSS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-163System operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-164How to enable/disable the rear sonarsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-166Sonar limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-167System temporarily unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-167System maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-167

Hill start assist system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-168Cold weather driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-169

Freeing a frozen door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-169Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16912-volt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-169Draining of coolant water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-170

Tire equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-170Special winter equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-170Driving on snow or ice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-170

Freeing a frozen charge port lid . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-170Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-171

WARNING

• Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the supportof others alone in your vehicle. Petsshould not be left alone either. Theycould accidentally injure themselvesor others through inadvertent opera-tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunnydays, temperatures in a closed ve-hicle could quickly become highenough to cause severe or possiblyfatal injuries to people or animals.


TIRE PRESSURE MONITORINGSYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (if provided),should be checked monthly when cold andinflated to the inflation pressure recom-mended by the vehicle manufacturer onthe vehicle placard or tire inflation pressurelabel. (If your vehicle has tires of a differentsize than the size indicated on the vehicleplacard or tire inflation pressure label, you

should determine the proper tire inflationpressure for those tires.)As an added safety feature, your vehiclehas been equipped with a Tire PressureMonitoring System (TPMS) that illuminatesa low tire pressure telltale when one ormore of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tirepressure telltale illuminates, you shouldstop and check your tires as soon as pos-sible, and inflate them to the proper pres-sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat andcan lead to tire failure. Under-inflation alsoreduces power efficiency and tire tread life,and may affect the vehicle’s handling andstopping ability.Please note that the TPMS is not a substi-tute for proper tire maintenance, and it isthe driver’s responsibility to maintain cor-rect tire pressure, even if under-inflationhas not reached the level to trigger illumi-nation of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.Your vehicle has also been equipped with aTPMS malfunction indicator to indicatewhen the system is not operating properly.The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-bined with the low tire pressure telltale.When the system detects a malfunction,the telltale will flash for approximately one

minute and then remain continuously illu-minated. This sequence will continue uponsubsequent vehicle start-ups as long asthe malfunction exists. When the malfunc-tion indicator is illuminated, the systemmay not be able to detect or signal low tirepressure as intended. TPMS malfunctionsmay occur for a variety of reasons, includ-ing the installation of replacement or alter-nate tires or wheels on the vehicle thatprevent the TPMS from functioning prop-erly. Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or more tires orwheels on your vehicle to ensure that thereplacement or alternate tires and wheelsallow the TPMS to continue to functionproperly.Additional information• When replacing a wheel without the

TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMSdoes not monitor the tire pressure of thespare tire.

• The TPMS will activate only when the ve-hicle is driven at speeds above 16 mph (25km/h). Also, this system may not detect asudden drop in tire pressure (for example,a flat tire while driving).

PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING ANDDRIVING

5-4 Starting and driving

• The low tire pressure warning light doesnot automatically turn off when the tirepressure is adjusted. After the tire is in-flated to the recommended pressure, thevehicle must be driven at speeds above16 mph (25 km/h) to activate the TPMSand turn off the low tire pressure warninglight. Use a tire pressure gauge to checkthe tire pressure.

• The “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warningalso appears on the vehicle informationdisplay when the low tire pressure warn-ing light is illuminated and low tire pres-sure is detected. The “Tire Pressure Low -Add Air” warning turns off when the lowtire pressure warning light turns off.

• The “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warningappears each time the power switch isplaced in the ON position as long as thelow tire pressure warning light remainsilluminated.

• The “Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warningdoes not appear if the low tire pressurewarning light illuminates to indicate aTPMS malfunction.

• Tire pressure rises and falls depending onthe heat caused by operation of the ve-hicle and the outside temperature. Donot reduce the tire pressure after drivingbecause the tire pressure rises after driv-ing. Low outside temperature can lowerthe temperature of the air inside the tire,which can cause a lower tire inflationpressure. This may cause the low tirepressure warning light to illuminate. If thewarning light illuminates in low ambienttemperature, check the tire pressure forall four tires.

• The pressure of all tires can also bechecked on the display screen. The orderof the tire pressure figures displayed onthe screen does not correspond with theactual order of the tire position.

For additional information, refer to “Low tirepressure warning light” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section and “Tire PressureMonitoring System (TPMS)” in the “In case ofemergency” section of this manual.

WARNING


• If the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates while driving, avoid sud-den steering maneuvers or abruptbraking, reduce vehicle speed, pulloff the road to a safe location andstop the vehicle as soon as possible.Driving with under-inflated tires maypermanently damage the tires andincrease the likelihood of tire failure.Serious vehicle damage could occurand may lead to an accident andcould result in serious personal in-jury. Check the tire pressure for allfour tires. Adjust the tire pressure tothe recommended COLD tire pres-sure shown on the Tire and LoadingInformation label to turn the low tirepressure warning light off. If the tire isflat, repair it as soon as possible. (Foradditional information, refer to “Flattire” in the “In case of emergency”section of this manual.)

Starting and driving 5-5

• When replacing a wheel without theTPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMSwill not function and the low tirepressure warning light will flash forapproximately 1 minute. The light willremain on after 1 minute. Have yourtires replaced and/or TPMS systemreset as soon as possible. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.


• Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosoltire sealant into the tires, as this maycause a malfunction of the tire pres-sure sensors.

CAUTION

• The TPMS may not function properlywhen the wheels are equipped withtire chains or the wheels are buried insnow.

• Do not place metalized film or anymetal parts (antenna, etc.) on thewindows. This may cause poor re-ception of the signals from the tirepressure sensors, and the TPMS willnot function properly.

Some devices and transmitters may tem-porarily interfere with the operation of theTPMS and cause the low tire pressurewarning light to illuminate. Some examplesare:• Facilities or electric devices using similar

radio frequencies that are near the ve-hicle.

• If a transmitter set to similar frequenciesis being used in or near the vehicle.

• If a computer (or similar equipment) or aDC/AC converter is being used in or nearthe vehicle.

The low tire pressure warning light mayilluminate in the following cases:• If the vehicle is equipped with a wheel and

tire without TPMS.• If the TPMS has been replaced and the ID

has not been registered.• If the wheel is not originally specified by

NISSAN.

FCC Notice:For USA:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:



TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire AlertWhen tire pressure is low, the low tire pres-sure warning light illuminates.This vehicle provides visual and audiblesignals to help you inflate the tires to therecommended COLD tire pressure.Vehicle set-up:1. Park the vehicle in a safe and level place.

2. Apply the parking brake and push the P(Park) position switch on the shift lever.

3. Place the power switch in the ON posi-tion. Do not place in the READY to drivemode.

Operation:1. Add air to the tire.

2. After a few seconds, the hazard indica-tors will start flashing.

3. When the designated pressure isreached, the horn beeps once and thehazard indicators stop flashing.

4. Perform the above steps for each tire.• If the tire is over-inflated more than

approximately 4 psi (30 kPa), the hornbeeps and the hazard indicators flashthree times. To correct the pressure,push the core of the valve stem on the

tire briefly to release pressure. Whenthe pressure reaches the designatedpressure, the horn beeps once.

• If the hazard indicator does not flashwithin approximately 15 seconds afterstarting to inflate the tire, it indicatesthat the Easy-Fill Tire Alert is not oper-ating.

• The TPMS will not activate the Easy-FillTire Alert under the following condi-tions:– If there is interference from an exter-

nal device or transmitter.– The air pressure from the inflation

device is not sufficient to inflate thetire, such as those using a powersocket.

– If electrical equipment is being usedin or near the vehicle.

– There is a malfunction in the TPMS.– There is a malfunction in the horn or

hazard indicators.– If the Easy-Fill Tire Alert does not op-

erate due to TPMS interference,move the vehicle about 3 ft (1 m)backward or forward and try again.

If the Easy-Fill Tire Alert is not working, use atire pressure gauge.

AVOIDING COLLISION ANDROLLOVER

WARNING

Failure to operate this vehicle in a safeand prudent manner may result in lossof control or an accident.

Be alert and drive defensively at all times.Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessivespeed, high speed cornering, or suddensteering maneuvers because these drivingpractices could cause you to lose control ofyour vehicle. As with any vehicle, a loss ofcontrol could result in a collision withother vehicles or objects or cause the ve-hicle to rollover, particularly if the loss ofcontrol causes the vehicle to slide side-ways. Be attentive at all times, and avoiddriving when tired. Never drive when underthe influence of alcohol or drugs (includingprescription or over-the-counter drugswhich may cause drowsiness). Alwayswear your seat belt as outlined in “Seatbelts” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint system” section ofthis manual, and also instruct your passen-gers to do so.


Seat belts help reduce the risk of injury incollisions and rollovers. In a rollover crash,an unbelted or improperly belted personis significantly more likely to be injuredor killed than a person properly wearinga seat belt.

OFF-ROAD RECOVERYWhile driving, the right side or left sidewheels may unintentionally leave the roadsurface. If this occurs, maintain control ofthe vehicle by following the procedure be-low. Please note that this procedure is onlya general guide. The vehicle must be drivenas appropriate based on the conditions ofthe vehicle, road and traffic.1. Remain calm and do not overreact.

2. Do not apply the brakes.

3. Maintain a firm grip on the steeringwheel with both hands and try to hold astraight course.

4. When appropriate, slowly release the ac-celerator pedal to gradually slow thevehicle.

5. If there is nothing in the way, steer thevehicle to follow the road while the ve-hicle speed is reduced. Do not attemptto drive the vehicle back onto the roadsurface until the vehicle speed isreduced.

6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turnthe steering wheel until both tires returnto the road surface. When all tires are onthe road surface, steer the vehicle tostay in the appropriate driving lane.• If you decide that it is not safe to return

the vehicle to the road surface basedon vehicle, road or traffic conditions,gradually slow the vehicle to a stop ina safe place off the road.

RAPID AIR PRESSURE LOSSRapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” canoccur if the tire is punctured or is damageddue to hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid airpressure loss can also be caused by drivingon under-inflated tires.Rapid air pressure loss can affect the han-dling and stability of the vehicle, especiallyat highway speeds.

Help prevent rapid air pressure loss bymaintaining the correct air pressure andvisually inspecting the tires for wear anddamage. For additional information, referto “Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenanceand do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.If a tire rapidly loses air pressure or “blows-out” while driving, maintain control of thevehicle by following the procedure below.Please note that this procedure is only ageneral guide. The vehicle must be drivenas appropriate based on the conditions ofthe vehicle, road and traffic.

WARNING

The following actions can increase thechance of losing control of the vehicle ifthere is a sudden loss of tire air pressure.Losing control of the vehicle may cause acollision and result in personal injury.• The vehicle generally moves or pulls

in the direction of the flat tire.• Do not rapidly apply the brakes.• Do not rapidly release the accelerator

pedal.• Do not rapidly turn the steering

wheel.


1. Remain calm and do not overreact.

2. Maintain a firm grip on the steeringwheel with both hands and try to hold astraight course.

3. When appropriate, slowly release the ac-celerator pedal to gradually slow thevehicle.

4. Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe lo-cation off the road and away from trafficif possible.

5. Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradu-ally stop the vehicle.

6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers andcontact a roadside emergency serviceto change the tire. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Flat tire” in the “In case ofemergency” section of this manual.

DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS ANDDRIVING

WARNING

Never drive under the influence of alco-hol or drugs. Alcohol in the blood-stream reduces coordination, delaysreaction time and impairs judgement.Driving after drinking alcohol increasesthe likelihood of being involved in anaccident injuring yourself and others.Additionally, if you are injured in an ac-cident, alcohol can increase the sever-ity of the injury.

NISSAN is committed to safe driving. How-ever, you must choose not to drive underthe influence of alcohol. Every year thou-sands of people are injured or killed inalcohol-related accidents. Although the lo-cal laws vary on what is considered to belegally intoxicated, the fact is that alcoholaffects all people differently and mostpeople underestimate the effects of alco-hol.

Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!That is true for drugs, too (over-the-counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Donot drive if your ability to operate your ve-hicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or someother physical condition.


WARNING

• Do not operate the power switchwhile driving the vehicle except in anemergency. (The EV system shutsdown when the power switch ispushed three consecutive times orthe power switch is pushed and heldfor more than 2 seconds.) If the EVsystem stops while the vehicle is be-ing driven, this could lead to a crashand serious injury.

• When turning off the power switch,make sure to shift the shift lever tothe P (Park) position even if the ve-hicle is maintaining a stop and holdusing the e-pedal. This will preventthe vehicle from moving or rollingunexpectedly, which could result inserious personal injury or propertydamage.

Before operating the power switch, makesure the vehicle is in the P (Park) position.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®SYSTEMThe Intelligent Key system allows the driverto start the EV system without taking thekey out of a pocket or purse. The operatingenvironment and/or conditions may affectIntelligent Key system operation.Some indicators and warnings for opera-tion are displayed on the vehicle informa-tion display. For additional information, re-fer to “Vehicle information display” in the“Instruments and controls” section of thismanual.

CAUTION

• Be sure to carry the Intelligent Keywith you when operating the vehicle.

• Never leave the Intelligent Key insidethe vehicle when you leave thevehicle.

OPERATING RANGE FOR EV STARTFUNCTIONThe Intelligent Key function can only beused for starting the EV system when theIntelligent Key is within the specified oper-ating range O1 .When the Intelligent Key battery is almostdischarged or strong radio waves are pres-ent near the operating location, the Intelli-gent Key system’s operating range be-comes narrower and it may not functionproperly.

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PUSH-BUTTON POWER SWITCH


If the Intelligent Key is within the operatingrange, it is possible for anyone, even some-one who does not carry the Intelligent Key,to push the power switch to start the EVsystem.• The cargo area is not included in the op-

erating range but the Intelligent Key mayfunction.

• If the Intelligent Key is placed on the in-strument panel or inside the glove box ordoor pocket, the Intelligent Key may notfunction.

• If the Intelligent Key is placed near a dooror window outside the vehicle, the Intelli-gent Key may not function.


POWER SWITCH OPERATIONWhen the power switch is pushed withoutdepressing the brake pedal, the powerswitch position will change as follows:• Push once to change to ACC.• Push two times to change to ON.• Push three times to change to OFF.• Push four times to return to ACC.• Open or close any door to return to LOCK

while in the OFF position.The power switch illuminates when in theACC or ON position.The power lock is designed so that thepower switch position cannot be switchedto the LOCK position until the vehicle isplaced in the P (Park) position.When the power switch cannot be placedin the LOCK position, proceed as follows:1. Push the P (Park) position switch on the

shift lever to place the vehicle in the P(Park) position.

2. Push the power switch to the OFF posi-tion. The power switch will notilluminate.

3. Open the door. The power switch willchange to the LOCK position.

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POWER SWITCH POSITIONSLOCK (Normal parking position)The power switch can only be locked in thisposition.The power switch will be unlocked when itis pushed to the ACC position while thedriver is carrying the Intelligent Key.

ACC (Accessories)This position activates electrical accesso-ries, such as the radio, when the EV systemis off.

ONThis position turns on the EV system andelectrical accessories.

READY (Normal operatingposition)This position turns on the EV system andelectrical accessories and the vehicle canbe driven.

OFFThis position turns off the EV system.

The power switch cannot be placed in theLOCK position until the vehicle is in the P(Park) position.

CAUTION

Do not leave the vehicle with the powerswitch in the ACC position for an ex-tended period of time. This can dis-charge the 12-volt battery.

NOTE:

If the power switch is pushed quickly oris pushed twice quickly, the switch maynot function even if a chime sound isheard. Push the switch again moreslowly.

EMERGENCY EV SHUT OFFTo shut off the EV system in an emergencysituation while driving, perform the follow-ing procedure:• Rapidly push the power switch three con-

secutive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or• Push and hold the power switch for more

than 2 seconds.

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®BATTERY DISCHARGEIf the Intelligent Key battery is dischargedor environmental conditions interfere withthe Intelligent Key operation, start the EVsystem in the READY to drive mode accord-ing to the following procedure:1. Push the P (Park) position switch on the

shift lever.

2. Firmly apply the foot brake.

3. Touch the power switch with the Intelli-gent Key as illustrated. (A chime willsound.)

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4. Push the power switch while depressingthe brake pedal within 10 seconds afterthe chime sounds. The power switchposition changes to the READY to drivemode.

After step 3 is performed, if the powerswitch is pushed without depressing thebrake pedal, the power switch position willchange to ACC.

NOTE:• When the power switch is pushed to

the ACC or ON position or READY todrive mode by the above procedure,the EV system operation for dis-charged Intelligent Key system indica-tor appears on the vehicle informationdisplay even if the Intelligent Key is in-side the vehicle. This is not a malfunc-tion. To stop the warning indicatorfrom blinking, touch the power switchwith the Intelligent Key again.

• If the Intelligent Key battery dischargeindicator appears on the vehicle infor-mation display, replace the battery assoon as possible. For additional infor-mation, refer to “NISSAN IntelligentKey® battery replacement” in the“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-tion of this manual.

NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZERSYSTEMThe NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Systemwill not allow the power switch to be placedin the READY to drive position without theuse of the registered key.If the power switch fails to place the vehicleinto the READY to drive position using theregistered key, it may be due to interfer-ence caused by another registered key, anautomated toll road device or automatedpayment device on the key ring. Restart theEV system using the following procedure:1. Leave the power switch in the ON posi-

tion for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Place the power switch in the OFF posi-tion and wait approximately 10 seconds.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 again.

4. Place the power switch in the READY todrive position while holding the device(which may have caused the interfer-ence) separate from the registered key.If this procedure allows the powerswitch to be placed in the READY to drivemode, NISSAN recommends placing theregistered key on a separate key ring toavoid interference from other devices.

• Make sure that the area around the ve-hicle is clear.

• Check fluid levels such as coolant, brakefluid, and windshield-washer fluid as fre-quently as possible.

• Check that all windows and lights areclean.

• Visually inspect tires for their appearanceand condition. Also check tires for properinflation.

• Check that all doors are closed.• Position the seat and adjust the head

restraints/headrests.• Adjust the inside and outside mirrors.• Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers

to do likewise.• Check the operation of the warning lights

when the power switch is pushed to theON position. For additional information,refer to “Warning lights, indicator lightsand audible reminders” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of thismanual.

BEFORE STARTING THE EV SYSTEM


1. Confirm the parking brake is applied.

2. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park)position.When the power switch is placed in theON position, the EV is designed not tooperate unless the shift lever is in the P(Park) or N (Neutral) position.The Intelligent Key must be carriedwith you when operating the powerswitch.

3. Depress the brake pedal and push thepower switch to place the EV system inthe READY to drive position.To place the vehicle in the READY to driveposition immediately, push and releasethe power switch while depressing thebrake pedal with the power switch in anyposition. The READY to drive indicatorlight in the meter illuminates.

4. To stop the EV system, push the P (Park)position switch on the shift lever, andpush the power switch to the OFFposition.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situationsthat can lead to potential battery dis-charge and potential no-start conditionssuch as:1. Installation or extended use of elec-

tronic accessories that consume bat-tery power when the EV system is notrunning (phone chargers, GPS, DVDplayers, etc.).

2. The vehicle is not driven regularlyand/or only driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need tobe charged to maintain battery health.

ELECTRIC SHIFT CONTROLSYSTEMThis vehicle is electronically controlled toproduce maximum available power andsmooth operation.The recommended operating proceduresfor this vehicle are shown on the followingpages.

Starting the vehicle1. After placing the vehicle in the READY to

drive position, fully depress the footbrake pedal before moving the shift leverto the D (Drive) position.The shift lever of this vehicle is de-signed so that the foot brake pedalmust be depressed before shiftingfrom the P (Park) position to any driv-ing position while the power switch isin the ON position.The shift lever cannot be moved out ofthe P (Park) position and into any ofthe other positions if the power switchis placed in the LOCK, OFF or ACC posi-tion or if the Intelligent Key is re-moved.

STARTING THE EV SYSTEM DRIVING THE VEHICLE


2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed,and move the shift lever to the D (Drive)position.

3. Release the parking brake and footbrake pedal, and then gradually start thevehicle in motion.

WARNING

• Do not depress the accelerator pedalwhile shifting from P (Park) or N (Neu-tral) to the R (Reverse) or D (Drive)position. Always depress the brakepedal until shifting is completed.Failure to do so could cause you tolose control, which could result in anaccident.

• Never shift to the P (Park) or R (Re-verse) position while the vehicle ismoving forward and the P (Park) or D(Drive) position while the vehicle isreversing. This could cause you tolose control and have an accident.

• Do not shift to the B position abruptlyon slippery roads. This may cause aloss of control.

CAUTION

• To avoid possible damage to your ve-hicle, when stopping the vehicle onan uphill grade, do not hold the ve-hicle by depressing the acceleratorpedal. The foot brake should be usedfor this purpose.

• Do not hang items on the shift lever.This may cause an accident due to asudden start.

ShiftingTo move the shift lever,

: Slide along the gate while the brakepedal is depressed.

: After sliding, maintain it in the sameposition until the vehicle is placed in the N(Neutral) position.

: When in the D (Drive) position, slidealong the gate.

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NOTE:• Confirm that the vehicle is in the de-

sired shift position by checking theshift indicator O1 located near the shiftlever or the vehicle information displayin the meter.

• To place the vehicle into the D (Drive)position from the B mode, move theshift lever into the D (Drive) position.

After placing the vehicle in the READY todrive position, fully depress the brake pedal,and move the shift lever to any of the pre-ferred shift positions.If the power switch is placed in the OFF orACC position for any reason while the shiftposition is in any position other than the P(Park) position, the power switch cannot beplaced in the LOCK position.If the power switch cannot be placed in theLOCK position, perform the following steps:1. Apply the parking brake when the ve-

hicle is stopped.

2. Place the power switch in the ON posi-tion while depressing the foot brakepedal.

3. Push the P (Park) position switch andconfirm the vehicle is in the P (Park)position.

4. Place the power switch in the OFFposition.

NOTE:

The vehicle automatically applies the P(Park) position when the power switch isin the OFF position.When the following conditions overlap,the shift position may be automaticallyswitched to P (Park):– When maintaining a stop and hold

with the e-pedal.– When taking off the seatbelt.– When opening the door.

WARNING

• The shift lever is always in the centerposition when released. When thepower switch is placed in the READYto drive position, the driver needs toconfirm that the vehicle is in the P(Park) position. The indicator next tothe “P” by the shift lever is illumi-nated and the “P” is displayed on themeter. If the vehicle is in the D (Drive)position or R (Reverse) position whenthe power switch is placed in theREADY to drive position, this maycause a sudden start which could re-sult in an accident.

• On a hilly road, do not allow the ve-hicle to roll backwards while in the D(Drive) position or B mode or allowthe vehicle to roll forward while in theR (Reverse) position. This may causean accident.


CAUTION

• Do not slide the shift lever whilepushing the P (Park) position switch.This may damage the electric motor.

• When switching to the preferred po-sition by operating the shift lever,check that the shift lever returns tothe central position by releasing yourhand from the lever. Holding the shiftlever in a mid-way position may alsodamage the shift control system.

• Do not operate the shift lever whilethe accelerator pedal is depressed,except when switching to the Bmode. This may cause a sudden startwhich could result in an accident.

• The following operations are not al-lowed because excessive forcewould be applied to the traction mo-tor and this may result in damage tothe vehicle:– Moving the shift lever to the R (Re-

verse) position when drivingforward

– Moving the shift lever to the D(Drive) position when reversing

• If these operations are attempted, achime sounds and the vehicle shiftsto the N (Neutral) position.

P (Park)Use this shift position when the vehicle isparked or when placing the vehicle in theREADY to drive position. Make sure that thevehicle is completely stopped. In order toswitch to the P (Park) position, push the P(Park) position switch as shown in theillustration above once the vehicle hascome to a complete stop. If the P (Park)position switch is pushed while the ve-hicle is in motion, a chime sounds andthe current shift position is maintained.After switching to the P (Park) position, ap-ply the parking brake. When parking on ahill, apply the parking brake first while keep-

ing the foot brake pedal depressed thenpush the P (Park) position switch and placethe vehicle in the P (Park) position. For ad-ditional information, refer to “Parking brake”in this section.

NOTE:• While the vehicle is stationary, if the

shift position is placed in any positionother than the P (Park) position whenthe power switch is set to OFF, it willautomatically switch to the P (Park)position.

• If the P (Park) position switch is pushedwhile sliding the shift lever, the shiftposition will not switch to the P (Park)position. When pushing the P (Park)position switch be sure to first allowthe shift lever to return to its centerposition.

R (Reverse)Use this position to back up. Make sure thatthe vehicle is completely stopped beforeselecting the R (Reverse) position. If the ve-hicle is placed in the D (Drive) positionwhile reversing, the chime will sound andthe vehicle will switch into the N (Neutral)position.

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N (Neutral)Neither forward nor reverse gear is en-gaged. The vehicle can be placed in theREADY to drive position in this position.Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position whiledriving. The regenerative brake systemdoes not operate in the N (Neutral) position.However, the vehicle brakes will still stopthe car.D (Drive)Use this position for all normal forwarddriving. If the vehicle is placed in the D(Drive) position while reversing, thechime will sound and the vehicle willswitch into the N (Neutral) position. B mode

The B mode engages the regenerativebraking system more aggressively ondownhill slopes, and helps reduce brakeuse. It is activated by moving the shift leverleft and down. The shift lever will then re-turn to the center position. For additionalinformation, refer to “Brake system” in thissection.

WARNING

• Be sure the parking brake is releasedbefore driving. Failure to do so couldcause brake failure and lead to anaccident.

• Do not release the parking brakefrom outside the vehicle.


• When leaving the vehicle, apply theparking brake and push the P (Park)position switch on the shift lever.

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PARKING BRAKE


PEDAL TYPETo engage: Firmly depress the parkingbrake.To release:1. Firmly apply the foot brake.

2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)position.

3. Firmly depress the parking brake pedaland it will release.

4. Before driving, be sure the brake warn-ing light goes out.

SWITCH TYPE (models withelectronic parking brake system)The electronic parking brake can be ap-plied or released automatically or by oper-ating the electronic parking brake switch.

Automatic operationThe electronic parking brake is automati-cally released as soon as the vehicle startsand the accelerator pedal is depressed.In order for the electronic parking brake todisable when the driver pushes the accel-erator, the driver’s seat belt must be fas-tened.

WARNING

• The electronic parking brake will notbe automatically applied when theEV system is stopped without usingthe power switch (for example, by EVsystem stalling).

• Before leaving the vehicle, move theshift lever to the P (Park) position andcheck that the electronic parkingbrake indicator light ( or PARK) isilluminated to confirm that the elec-tronic parking brake is applied. Theelectronic parking brake indicatorlight ( or PARK) will remain on fora period of time after the driver’sdoor is locked.

CAUTION

• When parking in an area where theoutside temperature is below 32°F(0°C), the parking brake, if applied,may freeze in place and may be diffi-cult to release.

• For safe parking, it is recommendedthat you place the shift lever in the P(Park) position and securely blockthe wheels.

NOTE:• If a malfunction occurs in the elec-

tronic parking brake system (for ex-ample, due to battery discharge), it isrecommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer.

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• If the shift lever is moved to the P (Park)position when the brake force is main-tained by the automatic brake holdfunction, the electronic parking brakewill apply automatically.

• If the driver’s seat belt is unfastenedwhen the brake force is maintained bythe automatic brake hold function, theelectronic parking brake will apply au-tomatically.

• When the ICC system (if so equipped) iscanceled under the following condi-tions at a standstill, the electronicparking brake is automatically acti-vated:– Any door is open.– The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.– Your vehicle has been stopped by

the ICC system for approximately 3minutes or longer.

– The shift lever is not in the D (Drive)position or B mode.

– The Vehicle Dynamic Control systemis turned off.

– When distance measurement be-comes impaired due to adhesion ofdirt or obstruction to the sensor.

– When the radar signal is temporarilyinterrupted.

Manual operationThe electronic parking brake will not be au-tomatically applied if the EV system isstopped without using the power switch(for example, by EV system stalling). In sucha case, you have to apply the parking brakemanually.To apply: Pull the switch up O1 . The indica-tor light OA will illuminate.To release: With the power switch in the ONposition, depress the brake pedal and pushthe switch down O2 . The indicator light OA

will turn off.

Before driving, check that the electronicparking brake indicator light ( or PARK)goes out. For additional information, referto “Warning lights, indicator lights and au-dible reminders” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual.

NOTE:• A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is

driven without releasing the parkingbrake. For additional information, referto “Warning lights, indicator lights andaudible reminders” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

• While the electronic parking brake isapplied or released, an operatingsound is heard from the lower side ofthe rear seat. This is normal and doesnot indicate a malfunction.

• When the electronic parking brake isfrequently applied and released in ashort period of time, the parking brakemay not operate in order to prevent theparking brake system from overheat-ing. If this occurs, operate the elec-tronic parking brake switch again afterwaiting approximately 1 minute.

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• If the electronic parking brake must beapplied while driving in an emergency,pull up and hold the electronic parkingbrake switch. When you release theelectronic parking brake switch, theparking brake will be released.

• While pulling up the electronic parkingbrake switch during driving, the park-ing brake is applied and a chimesounds. The electronic parking brakeindicator light ( or PARK) in the me-ter and in the electronic parking brakeswitch illuminates. This does not indi-cate a malfunction. The electronicparking brake indicator light ( orPARK) in the meter and in the elec-tronic parking brake switch turns offwhen the parking brake is released.

• When pulling the electronic parkingbrake switch up with the power switchin the OFF or ACC position, the elec-tronic parking brake switch indicatorlight will continue to illuminate for ashort period of time.

WARNING

Never rely solely on the e-Pedal system,as there is a performance limit to thesystem function. Always drive carefullyand attentively. The brake pedal shouldbe operated to slow or stop the vehicle,depending on traffic or road condi-tions.

The e-Pedal system enables the driver toslow or stop the vehicle or to keep the ve-hicle stopped by operating only the accel-erator pedal. This system helps to keep thedriver from moving his/her foot betweenthe accelerator pedal and the brake pedal.

E-PEDAL SYSTEM OPERATION1. Acceleration

2. Deceleration (instead of brake pedal)

3. Making a stop (instead of brake pedal

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E-PEDAL SYSTEM


When the e-Pedal system is activated, theregenerative brake is enhanced and thedriver can adjust the vehicle speed by onlydepressing or returning the acceleratorpedal. When you release (take your foot off)the accelerator pedal, the vehicle slowsdown and comes to a stop smoothly with-out depressing the brake pedal. After astop, the vehicle remains at a stop auto-matically.

To activate or deactivate the e-Pedal sys-tem, place the power switch in the ON po-sition and pull the e-Pedal switch locatedon the center console. The e-Pedal systemturns on or off each time the e-Pedalswitch is pulled. (The e-Pedal indicator inthe vehicle information display shows thestatus of the e-Pedal system.)To turn the e-Pedal system off while thevehicle is stopped by the e-Pedal system,depress the brake pedal and then pull thee-Pedal switch.

NOTE:• When the e-Pedal system is switched

on or off, the degree of vehicle decel-eration changes.

• The e-Pedal system automaticallyturns off when the EV system restarts.

• To keep the e-Pedal system activatedeven after the EV system restarts, turnon “Retain Mode” in the “Driver Assis-tance” menu of the vehicle informationdisplay. For additional information, re-fer to “Vehicle information display” inthe “Instruments and controls” sectionof this manual.

• The setting for “Retain Mode” does notreset after selecting “Factory Reset” inthe “Settings” menu of the vehicle in-formation display. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Vehicle informationdisplay” in the “Instruments and con-trols” section of this manual.

When the e-Pedal system is activated, thecharacteristics of the accelerator pedalchange significantly and the acceleratorpedal operates differently than a conven-tional accelerator pedal operates. Be sureto confirm the status of the e-Pedal systemin the vehicle information display beforedriving.

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The e-Pedal system provides the followingdriving features:When driving and stopping the vehicle:• Depressing or returning the accelerator

pedal changes the degree of accelera-tion and deceleration accordingly.

• Returning the accelerator pedal gener-ates more deceleration than normal. (Themaximum deceleration changes accord-ing to the vehicle speed.)

• Releasing (taking your foot off) the accel-erator pedal reduces the vehicle speeduntil the vehicle comes to a stop.

• The vehicle’s brake lights illuminate whenthe deceleration level reaches an ordi-nary braking operation.

If the deceleration is not sufficient when theaccelerator pedal is returned or released,depress the brake pedal. The brake pedalcan be operated to reduce the vehiclespeed in the same way as normal evenwhen the e-Pedal system is activated.When restarting the vehicle:• After the vehicle comes to a stop by the

e-Pedal system function, the vehicle re-mains at a stop as long as the acceleratorpedal is released.

• The vehicle’s brake lights remain illumi-nated when the vehicle is stopped by thee-Pedal system.

• Depress the accelerator pedal to startthe vehicle again from a stop.

When the vehicle needs to be stopped for acertain period of time, place the vehicle inthe P (Park) position and apply the parkingbrake.

CAUTION

When the e-Pedal system is turned off,remember to depress the brake pedalfirmly to prevent the vehicle from mov-ing with the shift lever in any positionother than P (Park).

When backing up the vehicle:• With the shift lever in the R (Reverse) po-

sition, operating the accelerator pedaladjusts the vehicle speed (acceleration,deceleration, or stopping) in the sameway as the D (Drive) position.

Other driving tips for the e-Pedal sys-tem:• For smooth deceleration when the

e-Pedal system is activated, it is recom-mended that you adjust the acceleratorpedal by either depressing or returning,not releasing, the pedal.

• Moving the shift lever from D (Drive) to Bmode or from B mode to D (Drive) doesnot affect the e-Pedal system feature.

• The e-Pedal system does not functionunder the following conditions:– When the vehicle is placed in the P

(Park) or N (Neutral) position– When cruise control (if so equipped),

ProPILOT Assist (if so equipped), or Au-tomatic Emergency Braking with Pe-destrian Detection operates

E-PEDAL SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the e-Pedal system. Failure to oper-ate the vehicle in accordance withthese system limitations could result inserious injury or death.


• If the “Press brake pedal to preventrolling” warning message appears inthe vehicle information display, de-press the brake pedal. The vehiclemay start moving.

• If the deceleration force provided bythe e-Pedal system is not sufficient,depress the brake pedal.

• If the vehicle starts to move while it isstopped by the e-Pedal system, de-press the brake pedal immediately.

• Under the following conditions, placethe vehicle in the P (Park) positionand make sure the parking brake issecurely applied. The vehicle maystart moving suddenly.– When getting in and out of the

vehicle– When loading and unloading the

vehicle– When stopping the vehicle for a

long period of time• Under the following conditions, the

e-Pedal system may not decelerateor stop the vehicle sufficiently. De-press the brake pedal whenevernecessary.– When excessively heavy baggage

is loaded in the vehicle

– When driving on steep downhillroads

– When driving on icy roads• On a slope, the e-Pedal system may

not stop the vehicle completely ormay not keep the vehicle stopped.Depress the brake pedal whenevernecessary.

CAUTION

• Turn the e-Pedal system off andplace the vehicle in the N (Neutral)position under the followingconditions:– When the vehicle enters an auto-

matic car wash– When the vehicle is towed

• Be careful not to operate the e-Pedalswitch mistakenly or unintentionally.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONIf the e-Pedal system malfunctions, the “e-Pedal system failure! Press brake pedal toslow or stop” warning message appears inthe vehicle information display. When thewarning message appears, the e-Pedalsystem will be turned off automatically.Have the system checked as soon as pos-sible. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.


WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the LDWsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• This system is only a warning device

to inform the driver of a potential un-intended lane departure. It will notsteer the vehicle or prevent loss ofcontrol. It is the driver’s responsibilityto stay alert, drive safely, keep thevehicle in the traveling lane, and be incontrol of the vehicle at all times.

The LDW system will operate when the ve-hicle is driven at speeds of approximately37 mph (60 km/h) and above, and onlywhen the lane markings are clearly visibleon the road.The LDW system monitors the lane mark-ers on the traveling lane using the cameraunit OA located above the inside mirror.The LDW system warns the driver with anindicator in the vehicle information displayand a steering vibration that the vehicle isbeginning to leave the driving lane. For ad-ditional information, refer to “LDW systemoperation” in this section.LSD2839

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)


LDW SYSTEM OPERATIONThe LDW system provides a lane departurewarning function when the vehicle is drivenat speeds of approximately 37 mph (60km/h) and above and the lane markingsare clear. When the vehicle approaches ei-ther the left or the right side of the travelinglane, the steering wheel will vibrate and theLDW indicator in the vehicle informationdisplay will blink to alert the driver.The warning function will stop when thevehicle returns inside of the lane markers.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THELDW SYSTEMPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the LDW system:1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display.Use the button to select “Driver As-sistance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Lane” and press the OK button.

3. Select “Lane Departure Warning” anduse the OK button to turn the system onor off.

LDW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the LDW system. Failure to followthe warnings and instructions forproper use of the LDW system could re-sult in serious injury or death.• The system will not operate at

speeds below approximately 37 mph(60 km/h) or if it cannot detect lanemarkers.

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• Do not use the LDW system under thefollowing conditions as it may notfunction properly:– During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.).– When driving on slippery roads,

such as on ice or snow.– When driving on winding or un-

even roads.– When there is a lane closure due to

road repairs.– When driving in a makeshift or

temporary lane.– When driving on roads where the

lane width is too narrow.– When driving without normal tire

conditions (for example, tire wear,low tire pressure, installation ofspare tire, tire chains, nonstan-dard wheels).

– When the vehicle is equipped withnon-original brake parts or sus-pension parts.

– When you are towing a trailer orother vehicle.

• The system may not function prop-erly under the following conditions:– On roads where there are multiple

parallel lane markers; lane mark-ers that are faded or not paintedclearly; yellow painted lane mark-ers; non-standard lane markers;or lane markers covered with wa-ter, dirt, snow, etc.

– On roads where the discontinuedlane markers are still detectable.

– On roads where there are sharpcurves.

– On roads where there are sharplycontrasting objects, such as shad-ows, snow, water, wheel ruts,seams or lines remaining afterroad repairs. (The LDW systemcould detect these items as lanemarkers.)

– On roads where the traveling lanemerges or separates.

– When the vehicle’s traveling direc-tion does not align with the lanemarker.

– When traveling close to the ve-hicle in front of you, which ob-structs the lane camera unit de-tection range.

– When rain, snow, dirt or an objectadheres to the windshield in frontof the lane camera unit.

– When the headlights are notbright due to dirt on the lens or ifthe aiming is not adjustedproperly.

– When strong light enters the lanecamera unit (for example, the lightdirectly shines on the front of thevehicle at sunrise or sunset).

– When a sudden change in bright-ness occurs (for example, whenthe vehicle enters or exits a tunnelor under a bridge).

SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLEIf the vehicle is parked in direct sunlightunder high temperature conditions (overapproximately 104°F [40°C]) and thenstarted, the LDW system may be deacti-vated automatically and the followingmessage will appear in the vehicle infor-mation display: “Unavailable: High CabinTemperature.”When the interior temperature is reduced,the LDW system will resume operating au-tomatically


The LDW system is not designed to warnunder the following conditions:• When you operate the lane change signal

and change traveling lanes in the direc-tion of the signal. (The LDW system willbecome operable again approximately 2seconds after the lane change signal isturned off.)

• When the vehicle speed lowers to lessthan approximately 37 mph (60 km/h).

After the above conditions have finishedand the necessary operating conditionsare satisfied, the LDW functions will resume.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONIf the LDW system malfunctions, it will can-cel automatically and “Malfunction: SeeOwner’s Manual” will appear in the vehicleinformation display. If “Malfunction: SeeOwner’s Manual” appears in the vehicle in-formation display, pull off the road to a safelocation and stop the vehicle. Place theshift lever in the P (Park) position and thepower switch in the OFF position and re-start the EV system. If “Malfunction: SeeOwner’s Manual” continues to appear inthe vehicle information display, have thesystem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe lane camera unit O1 for the LDW sys-tem is located above the inside mirror. Tokeep the proper operation of the LDW sys-tem and prevent a system malfunction, besure to observe the following:• Always keep the windshield clean.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessorynear the camera unit.

• Do not place reflective materials, such aswhite paper or a mirror, on the instru-ment panel. The reflection of sunlightmay adversely affect the camera unit’scapability of detecting the lane markers.

• Do not strike or damage the areasaround the camera unit. Do not touch thecamera lens or remove the screw locatedon the camera unit. If the camera unit isdamaged due to an accident, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer.

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WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the I-LI sys-tem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The I-LI system will not steer the ve-

hicle or prevent loss of control. It isthe driver’s responsibility to stayalert, drive safely, keep the vehicle inthe traveling lane, and be in control ofthe vehicle at all times.

• The I-LI system is primarily intendedfor use on well-developed freewaysor highways. It may not detect thelane markers in certain road,weather, or driving conditions.

The I-LI system must be turned on with theProPILOT Assist switch on the steeringwheel (models with ProPILOT Assist) or thedynamic driver assistance switch (modelswithout ProPILOT Assist) every time thepower switch is placed in the ON position.The I-LI system will operate when the ve-hicle is driven at speeds of approximately37 mph (60 km/h) and above, and onlywhen the lane markings are clearly visibleon the road.The I-LI system warns the driver when thevehicle has left the center of the travelinglane with an indicator in the vehicle infor-mation display and a steering vibration.The system helps assist the driver to returnthe vehicle to the center of the travelinglane by applying the brakes to the left orright wheels individually (for a short periodof time).

The I-LI system monitors the lane markerson the traveling lane using the camera unitOA located above the inside mirror.

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INTELLIGENT LANE INTERVENTION(I-LI)


I-LI SYSTEM OPERATIONThe I-LI system operates above approxi-mately 37 mph (60 km/h). When the vehicleapproaches either the left or the right sideof the traveling lane, the steering wheel willvibrate and the LDW indicator in the vehicleinformation display will blink to alert thedriver. Then, the I-LI system will automati-cally apply the brakes for a short period oftime to help assist the driver to return thevehicle to the center of the traveling lane.To turn on the I-LI system, push the ProPI-LOT Assist switch on the steering wheel(models with ProPILOT Assist) or dynamicdriver assistance switch (models withoutProPILOT Assist). The I-LI indicator will illu-minate. Push the ProPILOT Assist switch(models with ProPILOT Assist) or dynamicdriver assistance switch (models withoutProPILOT Assist) again to turn off the I-LIsystem. The I-LI indicator will turn off.

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1. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator

2. Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) indicator

3. ProPILOT Assist switch (for models with ProPILOT Assist)

4. Dynamic driver assistance switch (for models without ProPILOT Assist)


HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE I-LISYSTEMPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the I-LI system:1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-


2. Select “Lane” and press the OK button.

3. Select “Lane Departure Prevention” andpress the OK button.

4. Push the ProPILOT Assist switch (mod-els with ProPILOT Assist) or dynamicdriver assistance switch (models with-out ProPILOT Assist) to turn the systemon or off.

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NOTE:

When Lane Departure Prevention is ON inthe settings menu, turning the ProPILOTAssist system (if so equipped) on will ac-tivate the Intelligent Lane Intervention(I-LI) system at the same time. If LaneDeparture Prevention is OFF in the set-tings menu, I-LI will automatically acti-vate when ProPILOT Assist is “SET” orSteering Assist is active. For additionalinformation, refer to “Intelligent Lane In-tervention (I-LI)” in this section.

I-LI SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the I-LI system. Failure to follow thewarnings and instructions for properuse of the I-LI system could result inserious injury or death.• The I-LI system may activate if you

change lanes without first activatingyour turn signal or, for example, if aconstruction zone directs traffic tocross an existing lane marker. If thisoccurs you may need to apply correc-tive steering to complete your lanechange.

• Because the I-LI may not activate un-der the road, weather, and lanemarker conditions described in thissection, it may not activate everytime your vehicle begins to leave itslane and you will need to apply cor-rective steering.

• When the I-LI system is operating,avoid excessive or sudden steeringmaneuvers. Otherwise, you couldlose control of the vehicle.

• The I-LI system will not operate atspeeds below approximately 37 mph(60 km/h) or if it cannot detect lanemarkers.

• Do not use the I-LI system under thefollowing conditions as it may notfunction properly:– During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.).– When driving on slippery roads,

such as on ice or snow.– When driving on winding or un-



temporary lane.

– When driving on roads where thelane width is too narrow.

– When driving without normal tireconditions (for example, tire wear,low tire pressure, installation ofspare tire, tire chains, nonstan-dard wheels).

– When the vehicle is equipped withnonoriginal brake parts or sus-pension parts.

– When you are towing a trailer orother vehicle.

– On roads where there are multipleparallel lane markers; lane mark-ers that are faded or not paintedclearly; yellow painted lane mark-ers; non-standard lane markers;or lane markers covered with wa-ter, dirt, snow, etc.

– On roads where discontinued lanemarkers are still detectable.



– On roads where there are sharplycontrasting objects, such as shad-ows, snow, water, wheel ruts,seams or lines remaining afterroad repairs. (The I-LI systemcould detect these items as lanemarkers.)


– When the vehicle’s traveling direc-tion does not align with the lanemarker.


– When rain, snow or dirt adheres tothe windshield in front of the lanecamera unit.

– When the headlights are notbright due to dirt on the lens or ifthe aiming is not adjustedproperly.

– When strong light enters the lanecamera unit (for example, the lightdirectly shines on the front of thevehicle at sunrise or sunset).

– When a sudden change in bright-ness occurs (for example, whenthe vehicle enters or exits a tunnelor under a bridge).

While the I-LI system is operating, you mayhear a sound of brake operation. This isnormal and indicates that the I-LI system isoperating properly.

SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLECondition A:The warning and assist functions of the I-LIsystem are not designed to work under thefollowing conditions:• When you operate the lane change signal

and change the traveling lanes in the di-rection of the signal. (The I-LI system willbe deactivated for approximately 2 sec-onds after the lane change signal isturned off.)

• When the vehicle speed lowers to lessthan approximately 37 mph (60 km/h).

After the above conditions have finishedand the necessary operating conditionsare satisfied, the warning and assist func-tions will resume.

Condition B:The assist function of the I-LI system is notdesigned to work under the following con-ditions (warning is still functional):• When the brake pedal is depressed.• When the steering wheel is turned as far

as necessary for the vehicle to changelanes.

• When the vehicle is accelerated duringI-LI system operation.

• When the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)approach warning occurs.

• When the hazard warning flashers areoperated.

• When driving on a curve at high speed.After the above conditions have finishedand the necessary operating conditionsare satisfied, the I-LI system application ofthe brakes will resume.Condition C:If the following messages appear in thevehicle information display, a chime willsound and the I-LI system will be turned offautomatically.• “Not Available - Poor Road Conditions”:

When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)system (except Traction Control System[TCS] function) or ABS operates.


• “Currently not available”: When the VDCsystem is turned off.

Action to take:When the above conditions no longer exist,turn off the I-LI system. Push the ProPILOTAssist switch (models with ProPILOT Assist)or dynamic driver assistance switch (mod-els without ProPILOT Assist) to turn the I-LIsystem back on.Temporary disabled status at high tem-perature:If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlightunder high temperature conditions (overapproximately 104°F [40°C]) and then theI-LI system is turned on, the I-LI systemmay be deactivated automatically and thefollowing message will appear on the ve-hicle information display: “Unavailable: HighCabin Temperature.” When the interiortemperature is reduced, the system will re-sume operating automatically.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONIf the I-LI system malfunctions, it will cancelautomatically. The I-LI system warning light(orange) will illuminate and “Malfunction:See Owner’s Manual” warning message willappear in the display.

If the I-LI system warning light (orange) illu-minates in the display, pull off the road to asafe location and stop the vehicle. Turn theEV system off and restart the EV system. Ifthe I-LI system warning light (orange) con-tinues to illuminate, have the I-LI systemchecked. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe lane camera unit O1 for the I-LI systemis located above the inside mirror. To keepthe proper operation of the I-LI system andprevent a system malfunction, be sure toobserve the following:• Always keep the windshield clean.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-


LSD2847



• Do not strike or damage the areasaround the camera unit. Do not touch thecamera lens or remove the screw locatedon the camera unit. If the camera unit isdamaged due to an accident, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the BSWsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The BSW system is not a replacement

for proper driving procedures and isnot designed to prevent contact withvehicles or objects. When changinglanes, always use the side and rearmirrors and turn and look in the di-rection your vehicle will move to en-sure it is safe to change lanes. Neverrely solely on the BSW system.

The BSW system helps alert the driver ofother vehicles in adjacent lanes whenchanging lanes.

The BSW system uses radar sensors O1

installed near the rear bumper to detectother vehicles in an adjacent lane.

LSD3768

BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW)


The radar sensors can detect vehicles oneither side of your vehicle within the detec-tion zone shown as illustrated. This detec-tion zone starts from the outside mirror ofyour vehicle and extends approximately10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear bumper, andapproximately 10 ft (3.0 m) sideways.

LSD2875Detection zone

LSD2844


BSW SYSTEM OPERATION1. Side Indicator Light

2. BSW IndicatorThe BSW system operates above approxi-mately 20 mph (32 km/h).If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in thedetection zone, the side indicator light (1)illuminates. If the turn signal is then acti-vated, the system chimes (twice), the sideindicator light flashes, and the BSW indica-tor (2) illuminates (yellow) in the vehicle in-formation display. The side indicator lightcontinues to flash until the detected ve-hicle leaves the detection zone.The side indicator light illuminates for a fewseconds when the power switch is placedin the ON position.The brightness of the side indicator light isadjusted automatically depending on thebrightness of the ambient light.If a vehicle comes into the detection zoneafter the driver activates the turn signal,then only the side indicator light flashesand no chime sounds. For additional infor-mation, refer to “BSW driving situations” inthis section

The BSW system automatically turns onevery time the EV system is started, as longas it is activated using the settings menuon the vehicle information display.


HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THEBSW SYSTEMPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the BSW system:1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-


2. Select “Blind Spot” and press the OKbutton.

3. Select “Blind Spot Warning” and use theOK button to turn the system on or off.

NOTE:

When enabling/disabling the system,the system will retain current settingseven if the EV system is restarted.

LSD3651


BSW SYSTEM LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the BSW system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.• The BSW system cannot detect all ve-

hicles under all conditions.• The radar sensors may not be able to

detect and activate BSW when cer-tain objects are present such as:– Pedestrian, bicycles, animals.– Vehicles such as motorcycles, low

height vehicles, or high groundclearance vehicles.

– Oncoming vehicles.– Vehicles remaining in the detec-

tion zone when you acceleratefrom a stop.

– A vehicle merging into an adjacentlane at a speed approximately thesame as your vehicle.

– A vehicle approaching rapidlyfrom behind.

– A vehicle which your vehicle over-takes rapidly.

– A vehicle that passes through thedetection zone quickly.

– When overtaking several vehiclesin a row, the vehicles after the firstvehicle may not be detected ifthey are traveling close together.

• The radar sensor’s detection zone isdesigned based on a standard lanewidth. When driving in a wider lane,the radar sensors may not detect ve-hicles in an adjacent lane. When driv-ing in a narrow lane, the radar sen-sors may detect vehicles driving twolanes away.

• The radar sensors are designed to ig-nore most stationary objects; how-ever, objects such as guardrails,walls, foliage and parked vehiclesmay occasionally be detected. This isa normal operation condition.

• The following conditions may reducethe ability of the radar to detect othervehicles:– Severe weather– Road spray– Ice/frost/dirt/snow build-up on

the vehicle

• Do not attach stickers (includingtransparent material), install acces-sories or apply additional paint nearthe radar sensors. These conditionsmay reduce the ability of the radar todetect other vehicles.

• Excessive noise (for example, audiosystem volume, open vehicle win-dow) will interfere with the chimesound, and it may not be heard.


BSW DRIVING SITUATIONSIllustration 1: The side indicator light illumi-nates if a vehicle enters the detection zonefrom behind in an adjacent lane.

Indicator on

Indicator off

Indicator flashing

Another vehicle approachingfrom behindIllustration 2: If the driver activates theturn signal when another vehicle is in thedetection zone, then the system chimes(twice) and the side indicator light flashes.

NOTE:• The radar sensors may not detect ve-

hicles which are approaching rapidlyfrom behind.

• If the driver activates the turn signalbefore a vehicle enters the detectionzone, the side indicator light will flashbut no chime will sound when theother vehicle is detected.

LSD2877Illustration 1 – Approaching from behind



Overtaking another vehicleIllustration 3: The side indicator light illu-minates if you overtake a vehicle and thatvehicle stays in the detection zone for ap-proximately 2 seconds.

Illustration 4: If the driver activates theturn signal while another vehicle is in thedetection zone, then the system chimes(twice) and the side indicator light flashes.

NOTE:• When overtaking several vehicles in a

row, the vehicles after the first vehiclemay not be detected if they are travel-ing close together.

• The radar sensors may not detectslower moving vehicles if they arepassed quickly.


LSD2882Illustration 3 – Overtaking another

vehicle

LSD2883Illustration 4 – Overtaking another

vehicle


Entering from the sideIllustration 5: The side indicator light illu-minates if a vehicle enters the detectionzone from either side.

Illustration 6: If the driver activates theturn signal while another vehicle is in thedetection zone, then the system chimes(twice) and the side indicator light flashes.

NOTE:• If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detectionzone, the side indicator light will flashbut no chime will sound when theother vehicle is detected.

• The radar sensors may not detect a ve-hicle which is traveling at about thesame speed as your vehicle when it en-ters the detection zone.

LSD2884Illustration 5 – Entering from the side

LSD2885Illustration 6 – Entering from the side


SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLEWhen radar blockage is detected, the sys-tem will be deactivated automatically. TheBSW indicator O1 will blink (yellow) in thevehicle information display. The indicatornext to “Blind spot” in the “Driving Aids”menu O2 will also blink (yellow).The system is not available until the condi-tions no longer exist.The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog. The blocked condi-tion may also be caused by objects such asice, frost or dirt obstructing the radar sen-sors.

NOTE:

If the BSW system stops working, theRCTA system will also stop working.Action to take:When the above conditions no longer exist,the system will resume automatically.

LSD3769


MalfunctionIf the BSW system malfunctions, it will turnoff automatically. The BSW indicator will il-luminate (yellow) in the vehicle informationdisplay. The indicator next to “Blind spot” inthe “Driving Aids” menu will also illuminate(yellow).

NOTE:

If the BSW system stops working, theRCTA system will also stop working.Action to take:Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place thevehicle in the P (Park) position, turn the EVsystem off and restart the EV system. If theindicators continue to appear, have thesystem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe two radar sensors O1 for the BSW andRCTA systems are located near the rearbumper. Always keep the area near the ra-dar sensors clean.The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog.The blocked condition may also be causedby objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-structing the radar sensors.Check for and remove objects obstructingthe area around the radar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including transpar-ent material), install accessories or applyadditional paint near the radar sensors.Do not strike or damage the area aroundthe radar sensors. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer ifthe area around the radar sensors is dam-aged due to a collision.

Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC : OAYSRR3BThis device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.

LSD3768


For CanadaApplicable law: Canada 310This device complies with IndustryCanada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any interference, including interfer-ence that may cause undesired opera-tion of the device.Frequency bands: 24.05 – 24.25GHzOutput power: less than 20 milliwatts

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the I-BSIsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The I-BSI system is not a replace-

ment for proper driving procedureand is not designed to prevent con-tact with vehicles or objects. Whenchanging lanes, always use the sideand rear mirrors and turn and look inthe direction you will move to ensureit is safe to change lanes. Never relysolely on the I-BSI system.

• There is a limitation to the detectioncapability of the radar or the sonar.Not every moving object or vehiclewill be detected. Using the I-BSI sys-tem under some road, ground, lanemarker, traffic or weather conditionscould lead to improper system op-eration. Always rely on your own op-eration to avoid accidents.

The I-BSI system helps alert the driver ofother vehicles in adjacent lanes whenchanging lanes, and helps assist the driverto return the vehicle to the center of thetraveling lane.

The I-BSI system uses radar sensors O1

installed near the rear bumper to detectother vehicles in an adjacent lane. In addi-tion to the radar sensors, the I-BSI systemuses a camera O2 installed behind thewindshield to monitor the lane markers ofyour traveling lane.

LSD3770

INTELLIGENT BLIND SPOTINTERVENTION (I-BSI)


The radar sensors can detect vehicles oneither side of your vehicle within the detec-tion zone shown as illustrated.The detection zone starts from the outsidemirror of your vehicle and extends approxi-mately 10ft (3.0m) behind the rear bumper,and approximately 10ft (3.0 m) sideways.

SSD1030Detection zone

LSD3671

1. Side indicator light

2. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator

3. Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI) indicator

4. Dynamic driver assistance switch (models without ProPILOT Assist)

5. ProPILOT Assist switch (models with ProPILOT Assist)


I-BSI SYSTEM OPERATIONThe I-BSI system operates above approxi-mately 37 mph (60 km/h).If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in thedetection zone, the side indicator light O1

illuminates.If the turn signal is then activated, the sys-tem chimes (twice) and the side indicatorlight flashes. The side indicator light contin-ues to flash until the detected vehicleleaves the detection zone. The brightnessof the side indicator light is adjusted auto-matically depending on the brightness ofthe ambient light.If the I-BSI system is ON and your vehicleapproaches a lane marker while anothervehicle is in the detection zone, the systemchimes (three times) and the side indicatorlight flashes. The I-BSI system activates tohelp return the vehicle back to the center ofthe driving lane. The I-BSI system operatesregardless of turn signal usage.

NOTE:• I-BSI warning and system application

will only be activated if the side indica-tor light is already illuminated whenyour vehicle approaches a lane marker.If another vehicle comes into the de-tection zone after your vehicle hascrossed a lane marker, no I-BSI warn-ing or system application will be acti-vated. (For additional information, see“I-BSI driving situations” (P.5–52).).

• The I-BSI system is typically activatedearlier than the Intelligent Lane Inter-vention (I-LI) system when your vehicleis approaching a lane marker.

To turn on the I-BSI system, push the ProPI-LOT Assist switch on the steering wheel(models with ProPILOT Assist) or the dy-namic driver assistance switch (modelswithout ProPILOT Assist) after starting theEV system. The I-BSI indicator will illumi-nate. Push the ProPILOT Assist switch orthe dynamic driver assistance switchagain to turn off the I-BSI system. The I-BSIindicator will turn off.


HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THEI-BSI SYSTEMPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the I-BSI system:1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-


2. Select “Blind Spot” and press the OKbutton.

3. Select “Blind Spot Intervention” and usethe OK button to turn the system on oroff.

4. Push the ProPILOT Assist switch (mod-els with ProPILOT Assist) or the dynamicdriver assistance switch (models with-out ProPILOT Assist) to turn the systemon or off.

NOTE:

When Blind Spot Intervention is ON in thesettings menu, turning the ProPILOT As-sist switch (if so equipped) ON will acti-vate the Intelligent Blind Spot Interven-tion (I-BSI) system at the same time. Foradditional information, refer to “Intelli-gent Lane Intervention (I-LI)” in thissection.LSD3651


I-BSI SYSTEM LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the I-BSI system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.• The I-BSI system cannot detect all

vehicles under all conditions.• The radar sensors may not be able to

detect and activate I-BSI when cer-tain objects are present such as:– Pedestrians, bicycles, or animals.– Vehicles such as motorcycles, low

height vehicles, or high groundclearance vehicles.

– Vehicles remaining in the detec-tion zone when you acceleratefrom a stop. For additional infor-mation, refer to “BSI driving situa-tions” in this section.

– Oncoming vehicles.– A vehicle merging into an adjacent

lane at a speed approximately thesame as your vehicle.

– A vehicle approaching rapidlyfrom behind.

– A vehicle which your vehicle over-takes rapidly.

– A vehicle that passes through thedetection zone quickly.

• The radar sensors’ detection zone isdesigned based on a standard lanewidth. When driving in a wider lane,the radar sensors may not detect ve-hicles in an adjacent lane. When driv-ing in a narrow lane, the radar sen-sors may detect vehicles driving twolanes away.

• The radar sensors are designed to ig-nore most stationary objects; how-ever, objects such as guardrails,walls, foliage and parked vehiclesmay occasionally be detected. This isa normal operation condition.

• The camera may not detect lanemarkers in the following situationsand the I-BSI system may not oper-ate properly.– On roads where there are multiple

parallel lane markers; lane mark-ers that are faded or not paintedclearly; yellow painted lane mark-ers; non-standard lane markers;lane markers covered with water,dirt, snow, etc.

– On roads where discontinued lanemarkers are still detectable.


– On roads where there are sharplycontrasting objects, such as shad-ows, snow, water, wheel ruts,seams or lines remaining afterroad repairs.


– When the vehicle’s traveling direc-tion does not align with the lanemarkers.


– When rain, snow or dirt adheres tothe windshield in front of a lanecamera unit.

– When the headlights are notbright due to dirt on the lens or ifaiming is not adjusted properly.

– When strong light enters a lanecamera unit. (For example: lightdirectly shines on the front of thevehicle at sunrise or sunset.)


– When a sudden change in bright-ness occurs. (For example: whenthe vehicle enters or exits a tunnelor under a bridge.)

• Do not use the I-BSI system under thefollowing conditions because thesystem may not function properly.– During bad weather (for example:

rain, fog, snow, etc.).– When driving on slippery roads,

such as on ice or snow, etc.– When driving on winding or un-



temporary lane.– When driving on roads where the

lane width is too narrow.– When driving with a tire that is not

within normal tire conditions (e.g.,tire wear, low tire pressure, instal-lation of spare tire, tire chains,nonstandard wheels).

– When the vehicle is equipped withnon-original brake parts or sus-pension parts.

• Excessive noise (e.g., audio systemvolume, open vehicle window) will in-terfere with the chime sound, and itmay not be heard.

I-BSI DRIVING SITUATIONS

Indicator on

Indicator off

Indicator flashing

Another vehicle approachingfrom behindIllustration 1: The side indicator light illumi-nates if a vehicle enters the detection zonefrom behind in an adjacent lane.



Illustration 2: If the driver activates the turnsignal then the system chimes a sound(twice) and the side indicator light flashes.

Illustration 3: If the I-BSI system is on andyour vehicle approaches a lane markerwhile another vehicle is in the detectionzone, the system chimes (three times) andthe side indicator light flashes. Then theI-BSI system activates to help return thevehicle back to the center of the drivinglane.

NOTE:• The radar sensors may not detect ve-

hicles which are approaching rapidlyfrom behind.

• If the driver activates the turn signal be-fore a vehicle enters the detection zone,the side indicator light will flash but nochime will sound when the other vehicleis detected.

LSD2300Illustration 2 – Approaching from

behind

LSD3775Illustration 3 – Approaching from

behind


Overtaking another vehicleIllustration 4: The side indicator light illumi-nates if you overtake a vehicle and thatvehicle stays in the detection zone for ap-proximately 3 seconds.

Illustration 5: If the driver activates the turnsignal while another vehicle is in the detec-tion zone, then the system chimes (twice)and the side indicator light flashes.

Illustration 6: If the I-BSI system is on andyour vehicle approaches a lane markerwhile another vehicle is in the detectionzone, the system chimes (three times) andthe side indicator light flashes. The I-BSIsystem activates to help return the vehicleback to the center of the driving lane.

LSD2302Illustration 4– Overtaking another

vehicle


vehicle


vehicle


NOTE:• When overtaking several vehicles in a row,

the vehicles after the first vehicle may notbe detected if they are traveling close to-gether.

• The radar sensors may not detect slowermoving vehicles if they are passedquickly.

• If the driver activates the turn signal be-fore a vehicle enters the detection zone,the side indicator light will flash but nochime will sound when the other vehicleis detected.

Entering from the sideIllustration 7: The side indicator light illumi-nates if a vehicle enters the detection zonefrom either side.

NOTE:

The radar sensors may not detect a ve-hicle which is traveling at about thesame speed as your vehicle when it en-ters the detection zone.

Illustration 8: If the driver activates the turnsignal while another vehicle is in the detec-tion zone, then the side indicator lightflashes and a chime will sound twice.

NOTE:

If the driver activates the turn signal be-fore a vehicle enters the detection zone,the side indicator light will flash but nochime will sound when another vehicle isdetected.

LSD2305Illustration 7– Entering from the side

LSD2308Illustration 8– Entering from the side


Illustration 9: If the I-BSI system is on andyour vehicle approaches the lane markerwhile another vehicle is in the detectionzone, the system chimes (three times) andthe side indicator light flashes. The I-BSIsystem activates to help return the vehicleback to the center of the driving lane.

Illustration 10: The I-BSI system will not op-erate if your vehicle is on a lane markerwhen another vehicle enters the detectionzone. In this case only the BSW system op-erates.

NOTE:• The radar sensors may not detect a ve-

hicle which is traveling at about thesame speed as your vehicle when it en-ters the detection zone.


• I-BSI will not operate or will stop oper-ating and only a warning chime willsound under the following conditions:– When the brake pedal is depressed.– When the vehicle is accelerated dur-

ing I-BSI system operation.– When steering quickly.– When the ICC, I-FCW or AEB with Pe-

destrian Detection warnings sound.– When the hazard warning flashers

are operated.– When driving on a curve at a high

speed.

SSD1094Illustration 9– Entering from the side

LSD2051Illustration 10: – Entering from the side


SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLEUnder the following conditions, a chime willsound, the following message will appearin the vehicle information display and theI-BSI system will be turned off automati-cally. The I-BSI system will not be availableuntil the conditions no longer exist.• “Not available Poor Road Conditions”• When the VDC system (except TCS func-

tion) or ABS operates.• “Currently not available”• When the VDC system is turned off.Action to take:When the above conditions no longer exist,push the ProPILOT Assist switch (modelswith ProPILOT Assist) or the dynamic driverassistance switch (models without ProPI-LOT Assist) again to turn the I-BSI systemback on.When radar blockage is detected, the I-BSIsystem will be turned off automatically, achime will sound and the “Unavailable: SideRadar Obstruction” warning message willappear in the vehicle information display.

The I-BSI system is not available until theconditions no longer exist. For additionalinformation, refer to “System maintenance”in this section.Action to take:When the above conditions no longer exist,turn the I-BSI system on again. If the “Un-available: Side Radar Obstruction” warningmessage appears even after the I-BSI sys-tem is turned on again, stop the vehicle in asafe location, place the vehicle in the P(Park) position and turn the EV system off.Check for and remove objects obscuringthe radar sensors on the rear bumper, andrestart the EV system.If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlightunder high temperature conditions (overapproximately 104°F (40°C)) and then theI-BSI system is turned on, the I-BSI systemmay be deactivated automatically. The“Unavailable: High Cabin Temperature”warning message will appear in the vehicleinformation display.

Action to take:When the interior temperature is reduced,push the ProPILOT Assist switch (modelswith ProPILOT Assist) or the dynamic driverassistance switch (models without ProPI-LOT Assist) again to turn the I-BSI systemback on.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONWhen the I-BSI system malfunctions, it willbe turned off automatically, a chime willsound, and the “Not available System Mal-function” warning message with the BSWindicator (orange) will appear in the vehicleinformation display.Action to take:Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place thevehicle in the P (Park) position, turn the EVsystem off and restart the EV system. If the“Not available System Malfunction” warningmessage with the BSW indicator (orange)continues to be displayed, have the I-BSIsystem checked. It is recommended youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.


SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe two radar sensors O1 for the I-BSI sys-tem are located near the rear bumper. Al-ways keep the area near the radar sensorsclean.The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog.The blocked condition may also be causedby objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-structing the radar sensors.Check for and remove objects obstructingthe radar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including transpar-ent material), install accessories or applyadditional paint near the radar sensors.Do not strike or damage the area aroundthe radar sensors.It is recommended you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer if the area around theradar sensors is damaged due to a colli-sion.The lane camera unit O2 for I-BSI system islocated above the inside mirror. To keepthe proper operation of I-BSI and prevent asystem malfunction, be sure to observethe following:• Always keep the windshield clean.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-



• Do not strike or damage the areasaround the camera unit. Do not touch thecamera lens or remove the screw locatedon the camera unit. It is recommendedthat you contact a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer if the camera unit is damaged dueto an accident.

Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC ID: OAYSRR3BThis device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful inter-ference, and(2) this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation.FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.

LSD3770


NOTE:

The manufacturer is not responsible forany radio or TV interference caused byunauthorized modifications to thisequipment. Such modifications couldvoid the user’s authority to operate theequipment.For CanadaApplicable law: Canada 310This device complies with Industry Canadalicence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operationis subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause interference,and (2) this device must accept any inter-ference, including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device.Frequency bands: 24.05 — 24.25GHzOutput power: less than 20 milliwatts

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the RCTAsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The RCTA system is not a replace-

ment for proper driving proceduresand is not designed to prevent con-tact with vehicles or objects. Whenbacking out of a parking space, al-ways use the side and rear mirrorsand turn and look in the directionyour vehicle will move. Never relysolely on the RCTA system.

The RCTA system will assist you whenbacking out from a parking space. Whenthe vehicle is in reverse, the system is de-signed to detect other vehicles approach-ing from the right or left of the vehicle. If thesystem detects cross traffic, it will alert you.

REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)


RCTA SYSTEM OPERATION1. Side Indicator LightThe RCTA system can help alert the driverof an approaching vehicle when the driveris backing out of a parking space.When the shift position is in R (Reverse) andthe vehicle speed is less than approxi-mately 5 mph (8 km/h), the RCTA system isoperational.If the radar detects an approaching vehiclefrom either side, the system chimes (once)and the side indicator light (1) flashes on theside the vehicle is approaching from.

LSD3418


The RCTA system uses radar sensors O1

installed on both sides near the rear bum-per to detect an approaching vehicle.The radar sensors O1 can detect an ap-proaching vehicle from up to approxi-mately 66 ft (20 m) away.

LSD2886 LSD3768


HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THERCTA SYSTEMPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the RCTA system.1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-



3. Select “Cross Traffic” and use the OK but-ton to turn the system on or off.

NOTE:

When enabling/disabling the system,the system setting will be retained evenif the EV system is restarted.

LSD3771


RCTA SYSTEM LIMITATIONS WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the RCTA system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.

• Always check surroundings and turnto check what is behind you beforebacking up. The radar sensors detectapproaching (moving) vehicles. Theradar sensors cannot detect everyobject such as:– Pedestrians, bicycles, motor-

cycles, animals or child-operatedtoy vehicles

– A vehicle that is passing at speedsgreater than approximately 19mph (30 km/h)

– A vehicle that is passing at speedslower than approximately 5 mph(8 km/h)

• The radar sensors may not detectapproaching vehicles in certainsituations:– Illustration a: When a vehicle

parked next to you obstructs thebeam of the radar sensor.

– Illustration b: When the vehicle isparked in an angled parkingspace.

– Illustration c: When the vehicle isparked on inclined ground.

– Illustration d: When an approach-ing vehicle turns into your vehi-cle’s parking lot aisle.

LSD2887


– Illustration e: When the angleformed by your vehicle and ap-proaching vehicle is small.

• The following conditions may reducethe ability of the radar to detect othervehicles:– Severe weather– Road spray– Ice/frost/dirt/snow build-up on

the vehicle• Do not attach stickers (including

transparent material), install acces-sories or apply additional paint nearthe radar sensors. These conditionsmay reduce the ability of the radar todetect other vehicles.

• Excessive noise (e.g., audio systemvolume, open vehicle window) will in-terfere with the chime sound, and itmay not be heard.

NOTE:

In the case of several vehicles approach-ing in a row (Illustration 1) or in the oppo-site direction (Illustration 2), a chime maynot be sounded by the RCTA system af-ter the first vehicle passes the sensors.

LSD2888Illustration 1

LSD2889Illustration 2


SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLEWhen radar blockage is detected, the sys-tem will be deactivated automatically.The systems are not available until theconditions no longer exist.The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog.The blocked condition may also be causedby objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-structing the radar sensors.

NOTE:

If the BSW system stops working, theRCTA system will also stop working.Action to takeWhen the above conditions no longer exist,the system will resume automatically.

MalfunctionWhen the RCTA system malfunctions, it willturn off automatically. The “Malfunction:See Owner’s Manual” warning message willappear.

NOTE:

If the BSW system stops working, theRCTA system will also stop working.Action to takeStop the vehicle in a safe location, place thevehicle in the P (Park) position, turn the EVsystem off and restart the EV system. If thesystem does not resume automatically,have the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe two radar sensors O1 for the BSW andRCTA systems are located near the rearbumper. Always keep the area near the ra-dar sensors clean.The radar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog.The blocked condition may also be causedby objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-structing the radar sensors.Check for and remove objects obstructingthe area around the radar sensors.

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Do not attach stickers (including transpar-ent material), install accessories or applyadditional paint near the radar sensors.Do not strike or damage the area aroundthe radar sensors. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer ifthe area around the radar sensors is dam-aged due to a collision.

Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC : OAYSRR3BThis device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.For CanadaApplicable law: Canada 310This device complies with IndustryCanada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must ac-cept any interference, including interfer-ence that may cause undesired opera-tion of the device.Frequency bands: 24.05 – 24.25GHzOutput power: less than 20 milliwatts

1. RES+ switch

2. CANCEL switch

3. SET- switch

4. Cruise control switch

PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISECONTROL• If the cruise control system malfunctions,

it cancels automatically. The cruiseindicator in the vehicle information dis-play then blinks to warn the driver.

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CRUISE CONTROL (if so equipped)


• If the cruise indicator blinks, turn thecruise control switch off and have thesystem checked. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

• The cruise indicator may blink whenthe cruise control switch is turned onwhile pushing the RES+, SET- or CANCELswitch. To properly set the cruise controlsystem, use the following procedures.

WARNING

Do not use the cruise control when driv-ing under the following conditions:• When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed• In heavy traffic or in traffic that varies

in speed• On winding or hilly roads• On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,

etc.)• In very windy areasDoing so could cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and result in an accident.

CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONSThe cruise control allows driving at a speedbetween 25 to 90 mph (40 to 144 km/h)without keeping your foot on the accelera-tor pedal.To turn on the cruise control, push thecruise control switch on. The cruiseindicator in the vehicle information displaywill illuminate.To set the cruising speed, accelerate thevehicle to the preferred speed, push theSET- switch and release it. Take your foot offthe accelerator pedal. The vehicle willmaintain the set speed.• To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-

celerator pedal. When you release thepedal, the vehicle will return to the previ-ously set speed.

• The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed on winding or hilly roads. If thishappens, drive without using the cruisecontrol.

To cancel the preset speed, use one of thefollowing methods:1. Push the CANCEL switch.

2. Tap the brake pedal.

3. Turn the cruise control switch off. Thecruise indicator in the vehicle infor-mation display will turn off.

• If you depress the brake pedal whilepushing the RES+ or SET- switch and re-set at the cruising speed, the cruise con-trol will disengage. Turn the cruise controlswitch off once and then turn it on again.

• The cruise control will automatically can-cel if the vehicle slows more than 8 mph(13 km/h) below the set speed.

• If you move the shift lever to the N (Neu-tral) position, the cruise control will becanceled.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, useone of the following methods:• Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the preferred speed, pushand release the SET- switch.

• Push and hold the RES+ switch. When thevehicle attains the preferred speed, re-lease the switch.

• Push, then quickly release the RES+switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will increase by about 1 mph or 1.6km/h.


To reset at a slower cruising speed, useone of the following methods:• Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-

hicle attains the preferred speed, pushthe SET- switch and release it.

• Push and hold the SET- switch. Releasethe switch when the vehicle slows downto the preferred speed.

• Push, then quickly release, the SET-switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will decrease by about 1 mph or1km/h.

To resume the preset speed, push andrelease the RES+ switch. The vehicle willresume the last set cruising speed whenthe vehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).

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WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the ICC sys-tem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The ICC system is only an aid to assist

the driver and is not a collision warn-ing or avoidance device. It is the driv-er’s responsibility to stay alert, drivesafely, and be in control of the vehicleat all times.

• Always observe posted speed limitsand do not set the speed over them.

• Always drive carefully and atten-tively when using the ICC system.Read and understand the Owner’sManual thoroughly before using theICC system. To avoid serious injury ordeath, do not rely on the system toprevent accidents or to control thevehicle’s speed in emergency situa-tions. Do not use the ICC system ex-cept in appropriate road and trafficconditions.

• In the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode, a warningchime will not sound to warn you ifyou are too close to the vehicleahead. Pay special attention to thedistance between your vehicle andthe vehicle ahead of you or a collisioncould occur

The ICC system maintains a selected dis-tance from the vehicle in front of you withinthe speed range of 0 to 90 mph (0 to 144km/h) up to the set speed. The set speedcan be selected by the driver between 20 to90 mph (32 to 144 km/h).The vehicle travels at a set speed when theroad ahead is clear.The ICC system can be set to one of twocruise control modes:• Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control

mode: For maintaining a selected dis-tance between your vehicle and the ve-hicle in front of you up to the presentspeed

• Conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-trol mode: For cruising at a preset speed

Push the ICC switch �A to choose thecruise control mode between the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode and theconventional (fixed speed) cruise controlmode.Once a control mode is activated, it cannotbe changed to the other cruise controlmode. To change the mode, push the ICCswitch �A once to turn the system off. Thenpush the ICC switch �A again to turn thesystem back on and select the desiredcruise control mode.Always confirm the setting in the ICC sys-tem display.For the vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode, refer to “Vehicle-to-vehicle distancecontrol mode” in this section.For the conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol mode, refer to “Conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control mode” in this section.

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC)(for vehicles without ProPILOTAssist) (if so equipped)


HOW TO SELECT THE CRUISECONTROL MODESelecting the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-tance control mode: To choose thevehicle-to-vehicle distance control modeO1 , quickly push and release the ICC switchOA .

Selecting the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode: To choose the con-ventional (fixed speed) cruise control modeO2 , push and hold the ICC switch OA forlonger than approximately 1.5 seconds. Foradditional information, refer to “Conven-tional (fixed speed) cruise control mode” inthis section.

VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCECONTROL MODEIn the vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode, the ICC system automatically main-tains a selected distance from the vehicletraveling in front of you according to thatvehicle’s speed (up to the set speed), or atthe set speed when the road ahead is clear.The ICC system is intended to enhance theoperation of the vehicle when following avehicle traveling in the same lane and di-rection.

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If the radar sensor OB detects a slowermoving vehicle ahead, the system will re-duce the vehicle speed so that your vehiclefollows the vehicle in front at the selecteddistance.The system automatically controls thethrottle and applies the brakes (up to ap-proximately 40% of vehicle braking power)if necessary.The detection range of the sensor is ap-proximately 650 ft (200 m) ahead.

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VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCECONTROL MODE OPERATIONThe vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode is designed to maintain a selecteddistance from the vehicle in front of youand can reduce the speed to match aslower vehicle ahead. The system will de-celerate the vehicle as necessary and if thevehicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicledecelerates to a standstill. However, the ICCsystem can only apply up to 40% of thevehicle’s total braking power.This system should only be used when traf-fic conditions allow vehicle speeds to re-main fairly constant or when vehiclespeeds change gradually. If a vehiclemoves into the traveling lane ahead or if avehicle traveling ahead rapidly decelerates,the distance between vehicles may be-come closer because the ICC system can-not decelerate the vehicle quickly enough.If this occurs, the ICC system will sound awarning chime and blink the system dis-play to notify the driver to take necessaryaction.The system will cancel and a warningchime will sound if the speed is below ap-proximately 15 mph (24 km/h) and a vehicleis not detected ahead. The system will also

disengage when the vehicle goes abovethe maximum set speed.For additional information, refer to “Ap-proach warning” in this section.The following items are controlled in thevehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode:• When there are no vehicles traveling

ahead, the vehicle-to-vehicle distancecontrol mode maintains the speed set bythe driver. The set speed range is be-tween approximately 20 and 90 mph (32and 144 km/h).

• When there is a vehicle traveling ahead,the vehicle-to-vehicle distance controlmode adjusts the speed to maintain thedistance, selected by the driver, from thevehicle ahead. If the vehicle ahead comesto a stop, the vehicle decelerates to astandstill within the limitations of the sys-tem. The system will cancel once it judgesa standstill with a warning chime.

• When the vehicle traveling ahead hasmoved out from its lane of travel, thevehicle-to-vehicle distance control modeaccelerates and maintains vehicle speedup to the set speed.

The ICC system does not control vehiclespeed or warn you when you approachstationary and slow moving vehicles. Youmust pay attention to vehicle operation tomaintain proper distance from vehiclesahead when approaching toll gates or traf-fic congestion.


When driving on the freeway at a set speedand approaching a slower traveling vehicleahead, the ICC system will adjust the speedto maintain the distance, selected by thedriver, from the vehicle ahead. If the vehicleahead changes lanes or exits the freeway,the ICC system will accelerate and main-tain the speed up to the set speed. Payattention to the driving operation to main-tain control of the vehicle as it acceleratesto the set speed.The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed on winding or hilly roads. If this oc-curs, you will have to manually control thevehicle speed.

Normally when controlling the distance toa vehicle ahead, this system automaticallyaccelerates or decelerates your vehicle ac-cording to the speed of the vehicle ahead.Depress the accelerator to properly accel-erate your vehicle when acceleration is re-quired for a lane change. Depress the brakepedal when deceleration is required tomaintain a safe distance to the vehicleahead due to its sudden braking or if avehicle cuts in. Always stay alert when us-ing the ICC system.

VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCECONTROL MODE SWITCHESThe system is operated by the ICC switchand four control switches, all mounted onthe steering wheel.1. CANCEL switch:

Deactivates the system without erasingthe set speed.

2. RES+ switch:Resumes set speed or increases speedincrementally.

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3. SET- switch:Sets desired cruise speed or reducesspeed incrementally.

4. DISTANCE switch:Changes the vehicle’s following dis-tance:• Long• Middle• Short

5. ICC switch:Master switch to activate the system.

Vehicle-to-vehicle distancecontrol mode display andindicatorsThe display is shown in the vehicle infor-mation display.1. Set vehicle speed indicator:

Indicates the set vehicle speed.For Canadian models, the speed is dis-played in km/h.

2. This indicator indicators the ICC systemstatus depending on a color:

• ICC system ON indicator (gray): Indi-cates that the ICC switch is on.

• ICC system SET indicator (green): In-dicates that the cruising speed is set.

• ICC system warning (yellow): Indi-cates that there is a malfunction in theICC system.

3. Vehicle ahead detection indicator:Indicates whether it detects a vehicle infront of you.

4. Set distance indicator:Displays the selected distance betweenvehicles set with the distance switch.LSD2852


Operating vehicle-to-vehicledistance control modeTo turn on the cruise control, quickly pushand release the ICC switch OA . The ICC sys-tem ON indicator (gray), set distance indi-cator and set vehicle speed indicator OB

come on in a standby state for setting.

To set cruising speed, accelerate your ve-hicle to the desired speed, push the SET–switch OC and release it. The ICC systemset indicator (green), vehicle ahead detec-tion indicator, set distance indicator andset vehicle speed indicator OB will come on.Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.Your vehicle will maintain the set speed.

When the SET– switch is pushed under thefollowing conditions, the system cannot beset and the ICC indicators will blink for ap-proximately 2 seconds:• When traveling below 20 mph (32 km/h)

and a vehicle ahead is not detected• When the shift lever is not in D (Drive) or B

mode• When the parking brake is applied• When the brakes are operated by the

driverWhen the SET– switch is pushed under thefollowing conditions, the system cannot beset.

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A warning chime will sound and a messagewill pop up:• When the VDC system is off (To use the

ICC system, turn on the VDC system. Pushthe ICC switch to turn off the ICC systemand reset the ICC switch by pushing theICC switch again.)For additional information about theVDC system, refer to “Vehicle DynamicControl (VDC) system” in this section.

• When VDC is operating• When a wheel is slipping (To use the ICC

system, make sure the wheels are no lon-ger slipping.)

1. System set display with vehicle ahead

2. System set display without vehicle aheadThe driver sets the desired vehicle speedbased on the road conditions. The ICC sys-tem maintains the set vehicle speed, simi-lar to standard cruise control, as long as novehicle is detected in the lane ahead. TheICC system displays the set speed.Vehicle detected aheadWhen a vehicle is detected in the laneahead, the ICC system decelerates the ve-hicle by controlling the throttle and apply-ing the brakes to match the speed of aslower vehicle ahead. The system then

controls the vehicle speed based on thespeed of the vehicle ahead to maintain thedriver selected distance.

NOTE:• The stop lights of the vehicle come on

when braking is performed by the ICCsystem.

• When the brake operates, a noise maybe heard. This is not a malfunction.

When a vehicle ahead is detected, the ve-hicle ahead detection indicator comes on.The ICC system will also display the setspeed and selected distance.Vehicle ahead not detectedWhen a vehicle is no longer detectedahead, the ICC system gradually acceler-ates your vehicle to resume the previouslyset vehicle speed. The ICC system thenmaintains the set speed.When a vehicle is no longer detected, thevehicle ahead detection indicator turns off.If a vehicle ahead appears during accelera-tion to the set vehicle speed or any time theICC system is in operation, the system con-trols the distance to that vehicle.When a vehicle is no longer detected underapproximately 15 mph (24 km/h), the sys-tem will be canceled.

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When passing another vehicle, the setspeed indicator OB will flash when the ve-hicle speed exceeds the set speed. The ve-hicle detect indicator will turn off when thearea ahead of the vehicle is open. When thepedal is released, the vehicle will return tothe previously set speed.Even though your vehicle speed is set in theICC system, you can depress the accelera-tor pedal when it is necessary to accelerateyour vehicle rapidly.

How to change the set vehiclespeed

To cancel the preset speed, use one of thefollowing methods:• Push the CANCEL switch. The set vehicle

speed indicator will go out.• Tap the brake pedal. The set vehicle

speed indicator will go out.• Turn the ICC switch off. The ICC indicators

will go out.To reset at a faster cruising speed, useone of the following methods:• Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, pushand release the SET– switch.

• Push and hold the RES+ switch. The setvehicle speed will increase by approxi-mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release the RES+switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will increase by approximately 1mph (1 km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, useone of the following methods:• Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-

hicle attains the desired speed, push theSET– switch and release it.

• Push and hold the SET– switch. The setvehicle speed will decrease by approxi-mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release the SET–switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will decrease by approximately 1mph (1 km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push andrelease the RES+ switch. The vehicle willresume the last set cruising speed whenthe vehicle speed is over 20 mph (32 km/h).

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How to change the set distanceto the vehicle aheadThe distance to the vehicle ahead can beselected at any time depending on the traf-fic conditions.Each time the DISTANCE switch OA ispushed, the set distance will change tolong, middle, short and back to long again,in that sequence.

Distance Approximatedistance at 60mph (97 km/h)[ft (m)]

1. Long 200 (60)2. Middle 150 (45)3. Short 90 (30)

• The distance to the vehicle ahead willchange according to the vehicle speed.The higher the vehicle speed, the longerthe distance.

• The distance setting will remain at thecurrent setting even if the EV system isrestarted.

Approach warningIf your vehicle comes closer to the vehicleahead due to rapid deceleration of that ve-hicle or if another vehicle cuts in, the sys-tem warns the driver with the chime andICC system display. Decelerate by depress-ing the brake pedal to maintain a safe ve-hicle distance if:• The chime sounds.• The vehicle ahead detection indicator

blinks.The warning chime may not sound insome cases when there is a short distancebetween vehicles. Some examples are:• When the vehicles are traveling at the

same speed and the distance betweenvehicles is not changing.

• When the vehicle ahead is traveling fasterand the distance between vehicles is in-creasing.

• When a vehicle cuts in near your vehicle.The warning chime will not sound when:• The vehicle approaches other vehicles

that are parked or moving slowly.• The accelerator pedal is depressed, over-

riding the system.

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NOTE:

The approach warning chime may soundand the system display may blink whenthe ICC sensor detects objects on theside of the vehicle or on the side of theroad. This may cause the ICC system todecelerate or accelerate the vehicle. TheICC sensor may detect these objectswhen the vehicle is driven on windingroads, narrow roads, hilly roads, or whenentering or exiting a curve. In thesecases you will have to manually controlthe proper distance ahead of yourvehicle.Also, the sensor sensitivity can be af-fected by vehicle operation (steeringmaneuver or driving position in thelane) or traffic or vehicle condition (forexample, if a vehicle is being driven withsome damage).

Acceleration when passingWhen the ICC system is engaged above 43mph and following a slower vehicle (belowICC set speed), and the turn signal is acti-vated to the left, the ICC system will auto-matically start to accelerate the vehicle tohelp initiate passing on the left and willbegin to reduce the distance to the vehicledirectly ahead. Only the left side turn signal

operates this feature. As the driver steersthe vehicle and moves into the passinglane, if no vehicle is detected ahead the ICCsystem will continue to accelerate to theICC system set speed. If another vehicle isdetected ahead, then the vehicle will accel-erate up to the following speed of that ve-hicle. If the vehicle is not steered into theleft lane to pass, the acceleration will stopafter a short time and regain the set follow-ing distance. Acceleration can be stoppedat any point by depressing the brake pedalor the CANCEL switch on the steeringwheel.

WARNING

In order to reduce the risk of a collisionthat may result in serious injury ordeath, please be aware of the following:• This function is only activated with

the left turn signal and will briefly ac-celerate the vehicle even if a lanechange is not initiated. This can in-clude non-passing situations such asleft side exits.

• Ensure that when passing anothervehicle, the adjacent lane is clear be-fore initiating the pass. Suddenchanges in traffic may occur whilepassing.

– Always manually steer or brake asneeded

– Never solely rely on the system

Automatic cancellationA chime sounds under the following condi-tions and the control is automatically can-celed:• When the vehicle ahead is not detected

and your vehicle is traveling below thespeed of 15 mph (24 km/h)

• When the system judges the vehicle is ata standstill

• When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive)position or B mode

• When the parking brake system is applied• When the VDC system is turned off• When VDC operates• When distance measurement becomes

impaired due to adhesion of dirt or ob-struction to the sensor

• When a wheel slips• When the radar signal is temporarily in-

terrupted


VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCECONTROL MODE LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the ICC system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.• The ICC system is primarily intended

for use on straight, dry, open roadswith light traffic. It is not advisable touse the ICC system in city traffic orcongested areas.

• The ICC system will not adapt auto-matically to road conditions. Thissystem should be used in evenlyflowing traffic. Do not use the systemon roads with sharp curves, or on icyroads, in heavy rain or in fog.

• As there is a performance limit to thedistance control function, never relysolely on the ICC system. This systemdoes not correct careless, inattentiveor absentminded driving, or over-come poor visibility in rain, fog, orother bad weather. Decelerate thevehicle speed by depressing thebrake pedal, depending on the dis-tance to the vehicle ahead and thesurrounding circumstances in orderto maintain a safe distance betweenvehicles.

• If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop,the vehicle decelerates to a standstillwithin the limitations of the system.The system will cancel once it judgesthat the vehicle has come to a stand-still and sound a warning chime. Toprevent the vehicle from moving, thedriver must depress the brake pedal.

• Always pay attention to the opera-tion of the vehicle and be ready tomanually control the proper follow-ing distance. The ICC system may notbe able to maintain the selected dis-tance between vehicles (followingdistance) or selected vehicle speedunder some circumstances.

• The system may not detect the ve-hicle in front of you in certain road orweather conditions. To avoid acci-dents, never use the ICC system un-der the following conditions:– On roads where the traffic is heavy

or there are sharp curves– On slippery road surfaces such as

on ice or snow, etc.– During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.)– When rain, snow or dirt adhere to

the bumper around the distancesensor

– On steep downhill roads (the ve-hicle may go beyond the set ve-hicle speed and frequent brakingmay result in overheating thebrakes)

– On repeated uphill and downhillroads

– When traffic conditions make itdifficult to keep a proper distancebetween vehicles because of fre-quent acceleration ordeceleration

– Interference by other radarsources.


• Do not use the ICC system if you aretowing a trailer. The system may notdetect a vehicle ahead.

• In some road or traffic conditions, avehicle or object can unexpectedlycome into the sensor detection zoneand cause automatic braking. Al-ways stay alert and avoid using theICC system where not recommendedin this warning section.

The radar sensor will not detect the follow-ing objects:• Stationary and slow moving vehicles• Pedestrians or objects in the roadway• Oncoming vehicles in the same lane• Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel

laneThe sensor generally detects the signalsreturned from the vehicle ahead. Therefore,if the sensor cannot detect the reflectionfrom the vehicle ahead, the ICC systemmay not maintain the selected distance.

The following are some conditions in whichthe sensor cannot properly detect a ve-hicle ahead and the system may not oper-ate properly:• When snow or road spray from traveling

vehicles reduces the sensor’s detection.• When your vehicle is towing a trailer, etc.• When excessively heavy baggage is

loaded in the rear seat or the cargo areaof your vehicle.

The ICC system is designed to automati-cally check the sensor’s operation withinthe limitations of the system.When the sensor is covered with dirt or isobstructed, the system will automaticallybe canceled. If the sensor is covered withice, a transparent or translucent vinyl bag,etc., the ICC system may not detect them.In these instances, the vehicle-to-vehicledistance control mode may not cancel andmay not be able to maintain the selectedfollowing distance from the vehicle ahead.Be sure to check and clean the sensorregularly.

The detection zone of the radar sensor islimited. A vehicle ahead must be in the de-tection zone for the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-tance detection mode to maintain the se-lected distance from the vehicle ahead.A vehicle ahead may move outside of thedetection zone due to its position withinthe same lane of travel. Motorcycles maynot be detected in the same lane ahead ifthey are traveling offset from the centerline of the lane. A vehicle that is entering thelane ahead may not be detected until thevehicle has completely moved into thelane.If this occurs, the ICC system may warnyou by blinking the system indicator andsounding the chime. The driver mayhave to manually control the proper dis-tance away from the vehicle travelingahead.


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When driving on some roads, such as wind-ing, hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roadswhich are under construction, the ICC sen-sor may detect vehicles in a different lane,or may temporarily not detect a vehicletraveling ahead. This may cause the ICCsystem to decelerate or accelerate the ve-hicle.The detection of vehicles may also be af-fected by vehicle operation (steering ma-neuver or traveling position in the lane, etc.)or vehicle condition.

If this occurs, the ICC system may warnyou by blinking the system indicator andsounding the chime unexpectedly. Youwill have to manually control the properdistance away from the vehicle travelingahead.

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SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLEThe following are conditions in which theICC system may be temporarily unavail-able. In these instances, the ICC systemmay cancel and may not be able to main-tain the selected following distance fromthe vehicle ahead.Condition AUnder the following conditions, the ICC sys-tem is automatically canceled. A chime willsound and the system will not be able to beset:• When the VDC system is turned off• When VDC is operating• When a vehicle ahead is not detected and

your vehicle is traveling below the speedof 15 mph (24 km/h)

• When the system judges the vehicle is ata standstill

• When the shift lever is not in D (Drive) or Bmode

• When the parking brake is applied• When a wheel slips• When the radar signal is temporarily in-

terrupted

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Action to takeWhen the conditions listed above are nolonger present, turn the system off usingthe ICC switch. Turn the ICC system back onto use the system.Condition B• When the radar sensor area of the front

bumper is covered with dirt or is ob-structed, the ICC system will automati-cally be canceled.

The chime will sound and the “Not Avail-able: Front Radar Blocked” warning mes-sage will appear in the vehicle informationdisplay.

Action to takeIf the warning message appears, stop thevehicle in a safe place, place the shift leverin the P (Park) position, and turn the EVsystem off. When the radar signal is tempo-rarily interrupted, clean the sensor area ofthe front bumper and restart the EV sys-tem. If the “Not Available: Front RadarBlocked” warning message continues tobe displayed, have the system checked. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

• When driving on roads with limited roadstructures or bridges (for example, longbridges, deserts, snowfields, driving nextto long walls), the system may illuminatethe system warning light (orange) anddisplay the “Not Available: Front RadarBlocked” message.

Action to takeWhen the above driving conditions no lon-ger exist, turn the system back on.Condition CWhen the ICC system is not operatingproperly, a chime sounds and the ICC sys-tem warning light (orange) will come on.LSD2857


Action to takeIf the warning light comes on, park the ve-hicle in a safe place. Turn the EV system off,restart the EV system, resume driving andset the ICC system again.If it is not possible to set the system orthe indicator stays on, it may indicatethat the system is malfunctioning. Al-though the vehicle is still drivable undernormal conditions, have the vehiclechecked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe sensor for the ICC system OA is locatedon the front of the vehicle.To keep the ICC system operating properly,be sure to observe the following:• Always keep the sensor area clean.• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the sensor.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessorynear the sensor. This could cause failureor malfunction.

• Do not attach metallic objects near thesensor area (brush guard, etc.). This couldcause failure or malfunction.

• Do not alter, remove, or paint the frontbumper. Before customizing or restoringthe front bumper, it is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC ID OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and

2. This device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.

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For CanadaModel: ARS4–BIC: 4135A-ARS4BFCC ID: OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-ject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference,

2. This device must accept any interfer-ence, including interference that maycause undesired operation of thedevice.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNRd’Industrie Canada applicables aux appar-eils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitationest autorisée aux deux conditions suiv-antes:1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouil-

lage, et

2. L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit acceptertout brouillage radio électrique subi,même si le brouillage est susceptibled’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure Infor-mation:This equipment complies with FCC radia-tion exposure limits set forth for an uncon-trolled environment.This equipment should be installed andoperated with minimum distance of 30 cmbetween the radiator and your body.The transmitter must not be co-located oroperating in conjunction with any other an-tenna or transmitter.Cet équipement est conforme aux limitesd’exposition aux rayonnements IC établiespour un environnement non contrôlé. Cetéquipement doit être installé et utilisé avecun minimum de 30 cm de distance entre lasource de rayonnement et votre corps.FCC NoticeChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.

CONVENTIONAL (fixed speed)CRUISE CONTROL MODEThis mode allows driving at a speed be-tween 25 to 90 mph (40 to 144 km/h) with-out keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal.

WARNING

• In the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode, a warningchime does not sound to warn you ifyou are too close to the vehicleahead, as neither the presence of thevehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is detected.

• Pay special attention to the distancebetween your vehicle and the vehicleahead of you or a collision couldoccur.

• Always confirm the setting in the ICCsystem display.

• Do not use the conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control mode whendriving under the followingconditions:– When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed– In heavy traffic or in traffic that

varies in speed


– On winding or hilly roads– On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,

etc.)– In very windy areas

• Doing so could cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and result in an accident.

Conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol switches

1. CANCEL switch:Deactivates the system without erasingthe set speed.

2. RES+ switch:Resumes set speed or increases speedincrementally.

3. SET- switch:Sets desired cruise speed or reducesspeed incrementally.

4. ICC switch:Master switch to activate the system.

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Conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol mode display andindicatorsThe display is located in the vehicle infor-mation display.1. Cruise indicator: This indicator indi-

cates the ICC system status dependingon a color:• Cruise control ON indicator (gray):

Indicates that the ICC switch is on.• Cruise control SET indicator (green):

Indicates that the cruising speed isset.

• Cruise control warning (yellow): Indi-cates that there is a malfunction in theICC system.

2. Set vehicle speed indicator: This indi-cator indicates the set vehicle speed.For Canadian models, the speed is dis-played in km/h.

Operating conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control mode

To turn on the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode, push and hold the ICCswitch OA for longer than about 1.5 sec-onds.When pushing ICC switch on, the conven-tional (fixed speed) cruise control modedisplay and indicators OB are displayed inthe vehicle information display. After youhold the ICC switch for longer than about1.5 seconds, the ICC system display turnsoff. The cruise indicator appears. You can

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now set your desired cruising speed. Push-ing the ICC switch again will turn the sys-tem completely off. When the power switchis placed in the OFF position, the system isalso automatically turned off.To use the ICC system again, quickly pushand release the ICC switch (vehicle-to ve-hicle distance control mode) or push andhold it (conventional cruise control mode)again to turn it on.

CAUTION

To avoid accidentally engaging cruisecontrol, make sure to turn the ICCswitch off when not using the ICC sys-tem.

To set cruising speed, accelerate your ve-hicle to the desired speed, push the SET- ©switch and release it. (The color of thecruise indicator changes to green and setvehicle speed indicator comes on.) Takeyour foot off the accelerator pedal. Yourvehicle will maintain the set speed.• To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-


• The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed when going up or down steep hills.If this happens, manually maintain ve-hicle speed.

To cancel the preset speed, use any of thefollowing methods:1. Push the CANCEL switch. The vehicle

speed indicator will turn off.

2. Tap the brake pedal. The vehicle speedindicator will turn off.

3. Turn the ICC switch off. Both the cruiseindicator and vehicle speed indicator willturn off.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods:1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, pushand release the SET- switch.

2. Push and hold the RES+ switch. Whenthe vehicle attains the desired speed,release the switch.

3. Push, then quickly release the RES+switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will increase by about 1 mph (1.6km/h).

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To reset at a slower cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods:1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, pushthe SET- switch and release it.

2. Push and hold the SET- switch. Releasethe switch when the vehicle slows downto the desired speed.

3. Push, then quickly release the SET-switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will decrease by about 1 mph (1.6km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-lease the RES+ switch. The vehicle will re-sume the last set cruising speed when thevehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).

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System temporarily unavailableA chime sounds under the following condi-tions and the control is automatically can-celed:• When the vehicle slows down more than

8 mph (13 km/h) below the set speed• When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive)

or B mode• When the parking brake is applied• When the VDC operates (including the

traction control system)• When a wheel slipsWhen the system is not operating properly,the chime sounds and the color of thecruise indicator will change to orange.Action to takeIf the color of the cruise indicator changesto orange, stop the vehicle in a safe placeand place the shift lever in the P (Park) po-sition. Turn the EV system off, restart the EVsystem, resume driving, and then performthe setting again.

If it is not possible to set or the indicatorstays on, it may indicate that the systemis malfunctioning. Although the vehicleis still drivable under normal conditions,have the vehicle checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the ProPI-LOT Assist system could result in seri-ous injury or death.• ProPILOT Assist is not a self-driving

system. Within the limits of its capa-bilities, as described in this manual, ithelps the driver with certain drivingactivities.

• The ProPILOT Assist system is not areplacement for proper driving pro-cedures and is not designed to cor-rect careless, inattentive or absent-minded driving. ProPILOT Assist willnot always steer the vehicle to keep itin the lane. The ProPILOT Assist sys-tem is not designed to prevent loss ofcontrol. It is the driver’s responsibilityto stay alert, drive safely, keep thevehicle in the traveling lane, and be incontrol of the vehicle at all times.

PROPILOT ASSIST (if so equipped)


• There are limitations to the ProPILOTAssist system capability. The ProPI-LOT Assist system does not functionin all driving, traffic, weather, androad conditions. It is the driver’s re-sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely,keep the vehicle in the traveling lane,and be in control of the vehicle at alltimes.

• The ProPILOT Assist system is only anaid to assist the driver and is not acollision warning or avoidancedevice.

• The ProPILOT Assist system is forhighway use only and is not intendedfor city driving. Failure to apply thebrake or steer the vehicle when nec-essary may result in a seriousaccident.


• Never take your hands off the steer-ing wheel when driving. Always keepyour hands on the steering wheeland drive your vehicle safely.

• Never unfasten your safety beltwhen using ProPILOT Assist. Doing soautomatically cancels the ProPILOTAssist system.

• The ProPILOT Assist system does notreact to stationary and slow movingvehicles.

• Always drive carefully and atten-tively when using the ProPILOT Assistsystem. Read and understand theOwner’s Manual thoroughly beforeusing the ProPILOT Assist system. Toavoid serious injury or death, do notrely on the system to prevent acci-dents or to control the vehicle’sspeed in emergency situations. Donot use the ProPILOT Assist systemexcept in appropriate road and trafficconditions.

The ProPILOT Assist system is intended toenhance the operation of the vehicle whenfollowing a vehicle traveling in the samelane and direction.The ProPILOT Assist system uses a multi-sensing front camera unit OA installed behindthe windshield and a radar sensor located onthe front of the vehicle OB to measure thedistance to the vehicle ahead in the same laneand to monitor the lane markers. If the vehicledetects a slower moving vehicle ahead, thesystem will reduce the vehicle speed so thatyour vehicle follows the vehicle in front at theselected distance. The system will also helpkeep the vehicle centered in the traveling lanewhen clear lane markings are detected.

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PROPILOT ASSIST SYSTEMOPERATION1. Steering-wheel-mounted control (left)

2. Vehicle information display

3. Steering-wheel-mounted control (right)

4. ProPILOT Assist switchThe ProPILOT Assist system has the follow-ing two functions:1. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)

The ICC system can be set to one of twocruise control modes:• Conventional (fixed speed) cruise

control mode: For cruising at a presetspeed

NOTE:Steering Assist is not available in theconventional (fixed speed) cruise con-trol mode.• Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control

mode: The ICC system maintains aselected distance from the vehicle infront of you within the speed range of0 to 90 mph (0 to 144 km/h) up to theset speed. The set speed can be se-lected by the driver between 20 to 90

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mph (32 to 144 km/h). When the ve-hicle ahead slows to a stop, your ve-hicle gradually decelerates to a stand-still. When the vehicle is stopped, theICC system maintains braking force tokeep your vehicle stopped.

NOTE:When your vehicle is stopped for lessthan 3 seconds and the vehicle aheadbegins to move, your vehicle will startmoving again automatically.

– When your vehicle is at a standstill formore than 3 seconds and the vehicleahead begins to accelerate, push theRES+ switch or lightly depress the accel-erator pedal. The ICC system starts tofollow the vehicle ahead.

– When no vehicle is detected aheadwithin the driver selected distance, thevehicle travels at the speed set by thedriver. The speed must be above 20 mph(32 km/h) to use this function.

NOTE:

Even if the Automatic Emergency Brak-ing (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection set-ting is turned off by the driver using the“Settings” menu in the vehicle informa-tion display, AEB with Pedestrian Detec-tion will be automatically turned onwhen ICC is used.2. Steering Assist

The Steering Assist function controls thesteering system to help keep your ve-hicle within the traveling lane.When there is no vehicle ahead, SteeringAssist is not available at speeds under 37mph (60 km/h). ProPILOT Assist switches

1. DISTANCE switch:• Long• Middle• Short

2. RES+ switch:Resumes set speed or increases speedincrementally

3. CANCEL switch:Deactivates the ProPILOT Assist system

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4. ProPILOT Assist switch:Turns the ProPILOT Assist system on oroff

5. SET- switch:Sets desired cruise speed or reducesspeed incrementally

6. Steering Assist switch:Turns the Steering Assist function on oroff

The ProPILOT Assist systemdisplay and indicators

1. Steering Assist indicatorIndicates the status of the Steering As-sist function by the color of the indicator• Steering Assist indicator (gray): Steer-

ing Assist standby• Steering Assist indicator (green):

Steering Assist active• Steering Assist indicator (orange):

Steering Assist malfunction

2. ProPILOT Assist activationDisplays once the ProPILOT Assist sys-tem is activated

3. Vehicle ahead detection indicatorIndicates whether the system detects avehicle in front of you

4. ProPILOT Assist status indicatorIndicates the status of the ProPILOT As-sist system by the color of the indicator• ProPILOT Assist status indicator

(white): ProPILOT Assist is on but instandby

• ProPILOT Assist status indicator (blue):ProPILOT Assist active

5. Lane marker indicatorIndicates whether the system detectslane markers• No lane markers displayed: Steering

Assist is turned off• Lane marker indicator (gray): No lane

markers detected• Lane marker indicator (green): Lane

markers detected• Lane marker indicator (yellow): Lane

departure is detected

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6. Set distance indicatorDisplays the selected distance

7. Steering Assist status indicator/warningDisplays the status of the Steering Assistby the color of the indicator/warning• No Steering Assist status indicator

displayed: Steering Assist is turned off• Steering Assist indicator (gray): Steer-


Steering Assist active• Steering Assist indicator (yellow):


8. Speed control status indicator/warningDisplays the status of speed control bythe color and shape of the indicator/warning• Speed control status indicator/

warning (gray): ICC standby• Speed control status indicator/

warning (solid green ): ICC (dis-tance control mode) is active (vehicledetected ahead). Your vehiclematches the speed of the vehicleahead.

• Speed control status indicator/warning (green outline ): ICC(maintain speed control mode) is ac-tive (no vehicle detected ahead). Yourvehicle maintains the driver-selectedset speed.

• Speed control status indicator/warning (orange): Indicates an ICCmalfunction

9. Set vehicle speed indicatorIndicates the set vehicle speed

TURNING THE CONVENTIONAL(fixed speed) CRUISE CONTROLMODE ONNOTE:

ProPILOT Assist provides no approachwarnings, automatic braking, or steeringassist in the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode.To choose the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode, push and hold theProPILOT Assist switch for longer than ap-proximately 1.5 seconds. For additional in-formation, refer to “Conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control mode” in this section.


OPERATING PROPILOT ASSIST1. Push the ProPILOT Assist switch OA . This

turns on the ProPILOT Assist system anddisplays the status of the ProPILOT As-sist system on the vehicle informationdisplay OB .

2. Accelerate or decelerate your vehicle tothe desired speed.

3. Push the SET- switch ©. The ProPILOTAssist system begins to automaticallymaintain the set speed. The ProPILOTAssist activation indicator OD and ProPI-LOT Assist status indicator OE illuminate(blue). When a vehicle ahead is travelingat a speed of 20 mph (32 km/h) or belowand the SET- switch is pushed, the setspeed of your vehicle is 20 mph (32km/h).

NOTE:

Turning the ProPILOT Assist system onwill turn on the Intelligent Lane Interven-tion (I-LI) and the Intelligent Blind SpotIntervention (I-BSI) systems at the sametime. For additional information, refer to“Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)” and“Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention (I-BSI)” in this section.

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When the SET- switch is pushed under thefollowing conditions, the ProPILOT Assistsystem cannot be set and the set vehiclespeed indicator O1 blinks for approxi-mately 2 seconds:• When traveling below 20 mph (32 km/h)

and the vehicle ahead is not detected• When the shift lever is not in the D (Drive)

position or B mode• When the parking brake is applied• When the brakes are operated by the

driver

• When the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)system is off. For additional information,refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)system” in this section.

• When the VDC system (including the trac-tion control system) is operating

• When a wheel is slipping• When any door is open• When the driver’s seat belt is not fastened

How to change the set vehiclespeed

The set vehicle speed can be adjusted.To change to a faster cruising speed:• Push and hold the RES+ switch. The set

vehicle speed increases by approxi-mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release, the RES+switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed increases by approximately 1 mph(1 km/h).

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To change to a slower cruising speed:• Push and hold the SET- switch. The set

vehicle speed decreases by approxi-mately 5 mph (5 km/h).

• Push, then quickly release, the SET-switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed decreases by approximately 1 mph(1 km/h).

How to momentarily accelerate ordecelerate• Depress the accelerator pedal when ac-

celeration is required. Release the accel-erator pedal to resume the previously setvehicle speed.

• Depress the brake pedal when decelera-tion is required. Control by the ProPILOTAssist system is canceled. Push the RES+switch to resume the previously set ve-hicle speed.

WARNING

When the accelerator pedal is de-pressed and you are approaching thevehicle ahead, the ICC system will nei-ther control the brake nor warn thedriver with the chime and display. Thedriver must manually control the ve-hicle speed to maintain a safe distanceto the vehicle ahead. Failure to do socould result in severe personal injury ordeath.

NOTE:

When you accelerate by depressing theaccelerator pedal or decelerate by push-ing the SET- switch and the vehicle trav-els faster than the speed set by thedriver, the set speed vehicle indicator willblink.

How to change the set distanceto the vehicle ahead

The distance to the vehicle ahead can beselected at any time.Each time the DISTANCE switch OA ispushed, the set distance will change tolong, middle, short and back to long againin that sequence.

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Distance Approximatedistance at 60mph (97 km/h)[ft (m)]

1. Long 200 (60)2. Middle 150 (45)3. Short 90 (30)

• The distance to the vehicle aheadchanges automatically according to thevehicle speed. The higher the vehiclespeed, the longer the distance.

• The distance setting will remain at thecurrent setting even if the EV system isrestarted.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THESTEERING ASSIST1. Steering-wheel mounted control (right)

2. Vehicle information display

3. Steering Assist switchUse the following methods to enable ordisable the Steering Assist.Steering Assist switch:To turn the Steering Assist on or off, pushthe Steering Assist switch (3) on the instru-ment panel.

NOTE:• When the Steering Assist switch is

used to turn the system on or off, thesystem remembers the setting even ifthe power switch is cycled. The switchmust be pushed again to change thesetting to on or off.

• The Steering Assist switch changes thestatus of the “Steering Assist” selectionmade in the “Settings” screen in thevehicle information display.

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Setting in the vehicle information dis-play:1. Press the button on the steering

wheel (1) until “Settings” displays in thevehicle information display (2) and thenpress the OK button (1).

2. Use the button (1) to select “DriverAssistance.” Then press the OK button(1).

3. Select “Steering Assist” and press the OKbutton (1).

NOTE:• When the Cruise screen is displayed on

the vehicle information display, pressthe OK button on the steering wheel tocall up the “Driver Assistance” settingdisplay.

• When enabling/disabling the systemthrough the vehicle information dis-play or when pressing the Steering As-sist switch, the system retains the cur-rent settings even if the EV system isrestarted.

How to cancel the ProPILOT AssistsystemTo cancel the ProPILOT Assist system, useone of the following methods:• Push the CANCEL switch.• Tap the brake pedal (except at a stand-

still).• Push the ProPILOT Assist switch to turn

the system off. The ProPILOT Assist statusindicator will go out.

When the ProPILOT Assist system is can-celed while the vehicle is stopped, the elec-tronic parking brake is automatically acti-vated.

WARNING

To prevent the vehicle from moving orrolling unexpectedly, which could re-sult in serious personal injury or prop-erty damage, before exiting the vehiclemake sure to push the ProPILOT Assistswitch to turn the system off, place theshift lever in the P (Park) position, andturn the EV system off.

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL(ICC) (for vehicles with ProPILOTAssist)

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the ICC sys-tem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The ICC system is only an aid to assist

the driver and is not a collision warn-ing or avoidance device. It is recom-mended for highway use only and itis not intended for city driving. It isthe driver’s responsibility to stayalert, drive safely, and be in control ofthe vehicle at all times.

• There are limitations to the ICC sys-tem capability. The ICC system doesnot function in all driving, traffic,weather, and road conditions. It is thedriver’s responsibility to stay alert,drive safely, keep the vehicle in thetraveling lane, and be in control of thevehicle at all times.


• The ICC system does not react to sta-tionary and slow moving vehicles.


• Always drive carefully and atten-tively when using the ICC system.Read and understand the Owner’sManual thoroughly before using theICC system. To avoid serious injury ordeath, do not rely on the system toprevent accidents or to control thevehicle’s speed in emergency situa-tions. Do not use the ICC system ex-cept in appropriate road and trafficconditions.

ICC system operationThe ICC system is designed to maintain aselected distance from the vehicle in frontof you and can reduce the speed to matcha slower vehicle ahead. The system decel-erates the vehicle as necessary and if thevehicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicledecelerates to a standstill. However, the ICCsystem can only apply up to 40% of thevehicle’s total braking power. This systemshould only be used when traffic condi-tions allow vehicle speeds to remain fairlyconstant or when vehicle speeds changegradually. If a vehicle moves into the travel-ing lane ahead or if a vehicle travelingahead rapidly decelerates, the distance be-tween vehicles may become closer be-cause the ICC system cannot decelerate

the vehicle quickly enough. If this occurs,the ICC system sounds a warning chimeand blinks the system display to notify thedriver to take necessary action.The ICC system cancels and a warningchime sounds if the speed is below ap-proximately 15 mph (24 km/h) and a vehicleis not detected ahead.The ICC system operates as follows:• When there are no vehicles traveling

ahead, the ICC system maintains thespeed set by the driver. The set speedrange is between approximately 20 and90 mph (32 and 144 km/h).

• When there is a vehicle traveling ahead,the ICC system adjusts the speed tomaintain the distance, selected by thedriver, from the vehicle ahead. If the ve-hicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicledecelerates to a standstill. Once your ve-hicle stops, the ICC system keeps the ve-hicle stopped.

• When your vehicle is stopped for lessthan 3 seconds and the vehicle aheadbegins to move, your vehicle will startmoving again automatically.

• When your vehicle is at a standstill formore than 3 seconds and the vehicleahead begins to accelerate, push theRES+ switch or lightly depress the accel-erator pedal. The ICC system starts tofollow the vehicle ahead.

• When the vehicle traveling ahead movesto a different traveling lane, the ICC sys-tem accelerates and maintains vehiclespeed up to the set speed.

The ICC system does not control vehiclespeed or warn you when you approachstationary and slow moving vehicles. Youmust pay attention to vehicle operation tomaintain proper distance from vehiclesahead when approaching toll gates or traf-fic congestion.


When driving on the freeway at a set speedand approaching a slower traveling vehicleahead, the ICC system adjusts the speed tomaintain the distance, selected by thedriver, from the vehicle ahead. If the vehicleahead changes lanes or exits the freeway,the ICC system accelerates and maintainsthe speed up to the set speed. Pay atten-tion to the driving operation to maintaincontrol of the vehicle as it accelerates tothe set speed.The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed on winding or hilly roads. If this oc-curs, you will have to manually control thevehicle speed.

Normally when controlling the distance toa vehicle ahead, the system automaticallyaccelerates or decelerates your vehicle ac-cording to the speed of the vehicle ahead.Depress the accelerator to properly accel-erate your vehicle when acceleration is re-quired for a lane change. Depress the brakepedal when deceleration is required tomaintain a safe distance to the vehicleahead due to sudden braking or if a vehiclecuts in. Always stay alert when using theICC system.

No vehicle detected aheadThe driver sets the desired vehicle speedbased on the road conditions. The ICC sys-tem maintains the set vehicle speed, simi-lar to standard cruise control, as long as novehicle is detected in the lane ahead. TheICC system displays the set speed.

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detected ahead


Vehicle detected aheadWhen a vehicle is detected in the laneahead, the ICC system decelerates the ve-hicle by controlling the throttle and apply-ing the brakes to match the speed of aslower vehicle ahead. The ICC system thencontrols the vehicle speed based on thespeed of the vehicle ahead to maintain thedriver selected distance.

NOTE:• The stop lights of the vehicle come on

when braking is performed by the ICCsystem.

• When the brake is applied by the sys-tem, a noise may be heard. This is not amalfunction.

When the ICC system detects a vehicleahead, the vehicle ahead detection indica-tor and the speed control status indicator(distance control mode) illuminates (solidgreen ).Vehicle ahead stopsWhen the vehicle ahead decelerates tostop, your vehicle decelerates to a stand-still. Once your vehicle stops, the ICC sys-tem automatically applies the brakes tokeep the vehicle stopped. When your ve-hicle is at a standstill, the “(RES+) Press tostart” message is displayed on the vehicleinformation display.

NOTE:

When your vehicle stops for less than 3seconds, your vehicle will automaticallyfollow the vehicle as it accelerates from astop.

Vehicle ahead acceleratesWhen your vehicle is stopped and the ve-hicle ahead begins to accelerate, push theRES+ switch or lightly depress the accelera-tor pedal. The ICC system starts to followthe vehicle ahead.Vehicle ahead not detectedWhen a vehicle is no longer detectedahead, the ICC system gradually acceler-ates your vehicle to resume the previouslyset vehicle speed. The ICC system thenmaintains the set speed.When a vehicle is no longer detected, thevehicle ahead detection indicator turns offand the speed control status indicator(maintain speed control mode) illuminates(green outline ).The ICC system gradually accelerates tothe set speed, but you can depress theaccelerator pedal to quickly accelerate.When a vehicle is no longer detected andyour vehicle is traveling under approxi-mately 15 mph (24 km/h), the ICC systemautomatically cancels.

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When passing another vehicle, the setspeed indicator OB flashes when the ve-hicle speed exceeds the set speed. The ve-hicle ahead detection indicator turns offwhen the area ahead of the vehicle is open.When the pedal is released, the vehicle re-turns to the previously set speed. Eventhough your vehicle speed is set in the ICCsystem, you can depress the acceleratorpedal when it is necessary to accelerateyour vehicle rapidly.

Cut-in detectionIf a vehicle moves into your traveling lanenear your vehicle, the ICC system may in-form the driver by flashing the vehicleahead detection indicator.

Approach warningIf your vehicle comes closer to the vehicleahead due to rapid deceleration of that ve-hicle or if another vehicle cuts in, the sys-tem warns the driver with the chime andICC system display. Decelerate by depress-ing the brake pedal to maintain a safe ve-hicle distance if:• The chime sounds.• The vehicle ahead detection indicator

and set distance indicator blink.• You judge it necessary to maintain a safe

distance.The warning chime may not sound insome cases when there is a short distancebetween vehicles. Some examples are:• When the vehicles are traveling at the

same speed and the distance betweenvehicles is not changing.

• When the vehicle ahead is traveling fasterand the distance between vehicles is in-creasing.

• When a vehicle cuts in near your vehicle.The warning chime will not sound when:• Your vehicle approaches other vehicles

that are parked or moving slowly.• The accelerator pedal is depressed, over-

riding the system.

NOTE:

The approach warning chime may soundand the system display may flash whenthe radar sensor detects objects on theside of the vehicle or on the side of theroad. This may cause the ICC system todecelerate or accelerate the vehicle. Theradar sensor may detect these objectswhen the vehicle is driven on winding,narrow, or hilly roads or when the vehicleis entering or exiting a curve. In thesecases, you will have to manually controlthe proper distance ahead of yourvehicle.Also, the sensor sensitivity can be af-fected by vehicle operation (steeringmaneuver or driving position in thelane) or traffic or vehicle conditions (forexample, if a vehicle is being driven withsome damage).

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Acceleration when passingWhen the ICC system is engaged above 43mph and following a slower vehicle (belowICC set speed), and the turn signal is acti-vated to the left, the ICC system will auto-matically start to accelerate the vehicle tohelp initiate passing on the left and willbegin to reduce the distance to the vehicledirectly ahead. Only the left side turn signaloperates this feature. As the driver steersthe vehicle and moves into the passinglane, if no vehicle is detected ahead the ICCsystem will continue to accelerate to theICC system set speed. If another vehicle isdetected ahead, then the vehicle will accel-erate up to the following speed of that ve-hicle. If the vehicle is not steered into theleft lane to pass, the acceleration will stopafter a short time and regain the set follow-ing distance. Acceleration can be stoppedat any point by depressing the brake pedalor the CANCEL switch on the steeringwheel.

WARNING

In order to reduce the risk of a collisionthat may result in serious injury ordeath, please be aware of the following:• This function is only activated with

the left turn signal and will briefly ac-celerate the vehicle even if a lanechange is not initiated. This can in-clude non-passing situations such asleft side exits.

• Ensure that when passing anothervehicle, the adjacent lane is clear be-fore initiating the pass. Suddenchanges in traffic may occur whilepassing.– Always manually steer or brake as

needed– Never solely rely on the system

ICC system limitationsWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the ICC system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death:• The ICC system is primarily intended

for use on straight, dry, open roadswith light traffic. It is not advisable touse the ICC system in city traffic orcongested areas.

• The ICC system will not adapt auto-matically to road conditions. Thissystem should be used in evenlyflowing traffic. Do not use the systemon roads with sharp curves or on icyroads, in heavy rain or in fog.


• As there is a performance limit to thedistance control function, never relysolely on the ICC system. This systemdoes not correct careless, inattentiveor absentminded driving or over-come poor visibility in rain, fog, orother bad weather. Decelerate thevehicle speed by depressing thebrake pedal, depending on the dis-tance to the vehicle ahead and thesurrounding circumstances in orderto maintain a safe distance betweenvehicles.

• When the ICC system automaticallybrings the car to a stop, your vehiclecan automatically accelerate if thevehicle is stopped for less than ap-proximately 3 seconds. Be preparedto stop your vehicle if necessary.

• Always pay attention to the opera-tion of the vehicle and be ready tomanually control the proper follow-ing distance. The ICC system may notbe able to maintain the selected dis-tance between vehicles (followingdistance) or selected vehicle speedunder some circumstances.

• The system may not detect the ve-hicle in front of you in certain road orweather conditions. To avoid acci-dents, never use the ICC system un-der the following conditions:– On roads with heavy, high-speed

traffic or sharp curves– On slippery road surfaces such as

on ice or snow, etc.– During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.)– When rain, snow or dirt adhere to

the bumper around the distancesensor

– On steep downhill roads (the ve-hicle may go beyond the set ve-hicle speed and frequent brakingmay result in overheating thebrakes)

– On repeated uphill and downhillroads

– When traffic conditions make itdifficult to keep a proper distancebetween vehicles because of fre-quent acceleration ordeceleration

– Interference by other radarsources

• Do not use the ICC system if you aretowing a trailer. The system may notdetect a vehicle ahead.

• In some road or traffic conditions, avehicle or object can unexpectedlycome into the sensor detection zoneand cause automatic braking. Al-ways stay alert and avoid using theICC system where not recommendedin this warning section.

The ICC system will not detect the followingobjects:• Stationary or slow moving vehicles• Pedestrians or objects in the roadway• Oncoming vehicles in the same lane• Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel

laneThe following are some conditions in whichthe radar sensor cannot properly detect avehicle ahead and the system may not op-erate properly:• When the sensor detection is reduced

(conditions such as rain, snow, fog, duststorms, sandstorms, and road spray fromother vehicles)

• Driving on a steep downhill slope or roadswith sharp curves


• Driving on a bumpy road surface, such asan uneven dirt road

• If dirt, ice, snow or other material is cover-ing the radar sensor area

• A complicated-shaped vehicle such as acar carrier trailer or flatbed truck/trailer isnear the vehicle ahead

• Interference by other radar sources• When your vehicle is towing a trailer, etc.• When excessively heavy baggage is

loaded in the rear seat or cargo area ofyour vehicle

The ICC system is designed to automati-cally check the radar sensor’s operationwithin the limitations of the system.The detection zone of the radar sensor islimited. A vehicle ahead must be in the de-tection zone for the ICC system to maintainthe selected distance from the vehicleahead. A vehicle ahead may move outsideof the detection zone due to its positionwithin the same lane of travel. Motorcyclesmay not be detected in the same laneahead if they are traveling offset from thecenter line of the lane. A vehicle that is en-tering the lane ahead may not be detecteduntil the vehicle has completely moved intothe lane.

If this occurs, the ICC system may warn youby blinking the system indicator andsounding the chime. The driver may haveto manually control the proper distanceaway from the vehicle traveling ahead.The ICC system (with ProPILOT Assist) usesa multi-sensing front camera. The follow-ing are some conditions in which the cam-era may not properly detect a vehicle anddetection of a vehicle ahead may be de-layed:• Poor visibility (conditions such as rain,

snow, fog, dust storms, sandstorms, androad spray from other vehicles)

• The camera area of the windshield isfogged up or covered with dirt, waterdrops, ice, snow, etc.

• Strong light (for example, sunlight or highbeams from oncoming vehicles) entersthe front camera

• A sudden change in brightness occurs(for example, when the vehicle enters orexits a tunnel or shaded area or lightningflashes)


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When driving on some roads, such as wind-ing, hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roadswhich are under construction, the radarsensor may detect vehicles in a differentlane, or may temporarily not detect a ve-hicle traveling ahead. This may cause theradar system to decelerate or acceleratethe vehicle.The detection of vehicles may also be af-fected by vehicle operation (steering ma-neuver or traveling position in the lane, etc.)or vehicle condition.

If this occurs, the ICC system may warn youby blinking the system indicator and sound-ing the chime unexpectedly. You will have tomanually control the proper distance awayfrom the vehicle traveling ahead.

Automatic cancellationThe following are conditions in which theICC system may be temporarily unavail-able. In these instances, the ICC systemmay not cancel and may not be able tomaintain the selected following distancefrom the vehicle ahead.

Condition AUnder the following conditions, the ICC sys-tem is automatically canceled. A chime willsound and the system will not be able to beset:• Any door is open.• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.• The vehicle ahead is not detected and

your vehicle is traveling below the speedof 15 mph (24 km/h).

• Your vehicle has been stopped by the ICCsystem for approximately 3 minutes orlonger.

• The shift lever is not in the D (Drive) posi-tion or B mode.

• The electronic parking brake is applied.• The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-

tem is turned off.• The Automatic Emergency Braking with

Pedestrian Detection applies harderbraking.

• VDC (including the traction control sys-tem) operates.

• A wheel slips.• When distance measurement becomes

impaired due to adhesion of dirt or ob-struction to the sensor.

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• When the radar signal is temporarily in-terrupted.

Action to take:When the conditions listed above are nolonger present, turn the system off usingthe ProPILOT Assist switch. Turn the ProPI-LOT Assist system back on to use the sys-tem.

NOTE:

When the ICC system is canceled underthe following conditions at a standstill,the electronic parking brake is auto-matically activated:• Any door is open.• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.• Your vehicle has been stopped by the

ICC system for approximately 3 min-utes or longer.

• The shift lever is not in the D (Drive)position or B mode.

• The VDC system is turned off.• When distance measurement be-

comes impaired due to adhesion of dirtor obstruction to the sensor.

• When the radar signal is temporarilyinterrupted.

Condition BWhen the radar sensor of the front bumperis covered with dirt or is obstructed, the ICCsystem will automatically be canceled.The chime will sound and the “Not Avail-able: Front Radar Blocked” warning mes-sage will appear in the vehicle informationdisplay.

Action to take:If the warning message appears, stop thevehicle in a safe place, place the shift leverin the P (Park) position, and turn the EVsystem off. When the radar signal is tempo-rarily interrupted, clean the sensor area ofthe front bumper and restart the EV sys-tem. If the “Not Available: Front RadarBlocked” warning message continues tobe displayed, have the system checked. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.Condition CWhen driving on roads with limited roadstructures or buildings (for example, longbridges, deserts, snowfields, driving next tolong walls), the system may illuminate thesystem warning light and display the “NotAvailable: Front Radar Blocked” message.Action to take:When the above driving conditions no lon-ger exist, turn the system back on.


ICC system malfunctionIf the ICC system malfunctions, it will beturned off automatically, a chime willsound, and the speed control status warn-ing (orange) will illuminate.Action to take:If the warning light comes on, stop the ve-hicle in a safe place. Turn the EV system off,restart the EV system and set the ICC sys-tem again. If it is not possible to set the ICCsystem or the indicator stays on, it may bea malfunction. Although the normal drivingcan be continued, the ICC system shouldbe inspected. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

ICC sensor maintenanceThe radar sensor is located on the front ofthe vehicle.To keep the ICC system operating properly,be sure to observe the following:• Always keep the sensor area clean.• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the sensor.

• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-parent material) or install an accessorynear the sensor. This could cause failureor malfunction.


• Do not alter, remove, or paint the frontbumper.

Before customizing or restoring the frontbumper, it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.The camera sensor is located above theinside mirror.To keep the proper operation of the sys-tems and prevent a system malfunction,be sure to observe the following:• Always keep the windshield clean.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-



• Do not strike or damage the areasaround the camera unit. Do not touch thecamera lens or remove the screw locatedon the camera unit.

If the camera unit is damaged due to anaccident, it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

STEERING ASSIST

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the Steer-ing Assist could result in serious injuryor death.• The Steering Assist is not a replace-

ment for proper driving proceduresand is not designed to correct care-less, inattentive or absent-mindeddriving. The Steering Assist will notalways steer the vehicle to keep it inthe lane. It is not designed to preventloss of control. It is the driver’s re-sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely,keep the vehicle in the traveling lane,and be in control of the vehicle at alltimes.


• As there is a performance limit to theSteering Assist’s capability, neverrely solely on the system. The Steer-ing Assist does not function in alldriving, traffic, weather, and roadconditions. Always drive safely, payattention to the operation of the ve-hicle, and manually control your ve-hicle appropriately.

• The Steering Assist is intended foruse on well-developed freeways orhighways with gentle (moderate)curves. To avoid risk of an accident,do not use this system on local ornon-highway roads.

• The Steering Assist only steers thevehicle to maintain its position in thecenter of a lane. The vehicle will notsteer to avoid objects in the road infront of the vehicle or to avoid a ve-hicle moving into your lane.

• It is the driver’s responsibility to stayalert, drive safely, keep the vehicle inthe traveling lane, and be in control ofthe vehicle at all times. Never takeyour hands off the steering wheelwhen driving. Always keep yourhands on the steering wheel anddrive your vehicle safely.

• Always drive carefully and atten-tively when using the Steering Assist.Read and understand the Owner’sManual thoroughly before using theSteering Assist. To avoid serious in-jury or death, do not rely on the sys-tem to prevent accidents or to con-trol the vehicle’s speed in emergencysituations. Do not use the SteeringAssist except in appropriate road andtraffic conditions.

Steering Assist operationThe Steering Assist controls the steeringsystem to help keep your vehicle near thecenter of the lane when driving. The Steer-ing Assist is combined with the IntelligentCruise Control (ICC) system. For additionalinformation, refer to “Intelligent Cruise Con-trol (ICC) (with ProPILOT Assist)” in this sec-tion.

The Steering Assist can be activated whenthe following conditions are met:• The ICC system is activated.• Lane markers on both sides are clearly

detected.• A vehicle ahead is detected (when the

vehicle is driven at speeds under 37 mph[60 km/h]).

• The driver grips the steering wheel.• The vehicle is driven at the center of the

lane.• The turn signals are not operated.• The windshield wiper is not operated in

the high (HI) speed operation (the steer-ing assist function is disabled after thewiper operates for approximately 10 sec-onds).


Steering Assist display andindicators1. Steering Assist indicator

Indicates the status of the Steering As-sist by the color of the indicator• Steering Assist indicator (gray): Steer-




2. Steering Assist statusindicator/warningDisplays the status of the Steering Assistby the color of the indicator/warning• Steering Assist indicator (gray): Steer-




3. Lane marker indicatorIndicates whether the system detectsthe lane marker• Lane marker indicator (gray): Lane

markers not detected• Lane marker indicator (green): Lane

markers detected• Lane marker indicator (yellow): Lane

departure is detectedWhen the Steering Assist is in operation,the Steering Assist status indicator (1), theSteering Assist indicator (2), and the lanemarker indicator (3) on the vehicle informa-tion display turn green. A chime soundswhen the Steering Assist initially activates.

When the Steering Assist deactivates, theSteering Assist status indicator (1), theSteering Assist indicator (2), and the lanemarker indicator (3) on the vehicle informa-tion display turn gray and a chime soundstwice.

Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI)When a curve or strong cross wind exceedsthe capabilities of the Steering Assist andyour vehicle approaches either the left orthe right side of the traveling lane, a warn-ing chime sounds and the I-LI indicatorlight (orange) on the instrument panelflashes to alert the driver. Then, the I-LI sys-tem automatically applies the brakes for ashort period of time to help assist thedriver to return the vehicle to the center ofthe traveling lane. This action is in additionto any Steering Assist actions.

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Hands on detectionWhen the Steering Assist is activated, itmonitors the driver’s steering wheel opera-tion.If the steering wheel is not operated or thedriver takes his/her hands off the steeringwheel for a period of time, the warning O1

appears in the vehicle information display.If the driver does not operate the steeringwheel after the warning has been dis-played, an audible alert sounds and thewarning flashes in the vehicle informationdisplay, followed by a quick brake applica-tion to request the driver to take control ofthe vehicle again.If the driver still does not respond, the Pro-PILOT Assist turns on the hazard flasherand slows the vehicle to a complete stop.The driver can cancel the deceleration atany time by steering, braking, accelerating,or operating the ProPILOT Assist switch.

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WARNING

Steering Assist is not a system forhands-free driving. Always keep yourhands on the steering wheel and driveyour vehicle safely. Failure to do socould cause a collision resulting in seri-ous personal injury or death.

NOTE:

If the driver lightly touches (instead offirmly grips) the steering wheel, thesteering torque sensor may not detectthe driver’s hand(s) on the wheel and asequence of warnings may occur. Whenthe driver holds and operates the steer-ing wheel again, the warnings turn off.

Steering Assist limitationsWARNING

• In the following situations, the cam-era may not detect lane markers cor-rectly or may detect lane markers in-correctly and the Steering Assist maynot operate properly:– When driving on roads where there

are multiple parallel lane markers,lane markers that are faded or notpainted clearly, nonstandard lanemarkers, or lane markers coveredwith water, dirt, snow, etc.

– When driving on roads with dis-continued lane markers

– When driving on roads with a wid-ening or narrowing lane width

– When driving on roads wherethere are multiple lanes or unclearlane markers due to roadconstruction

– When driving on roads wherethere are sharply contrasting ob-jects, such as shadows, snow, wa-ter, wheel ruts, seams, or lines re-maining after road repairs (theSteering Assist could detect theseitems as lane markers)

– When driving on roads where thetraveling lane merges orseparates

• Do not use the Steering Assist underthe following conditions because thesystem may not properly detect lanemarkers. Doing so could cause a lossof vehicle control and result in anaccident.– During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, dust, etc.)– When rain, snow, sand, etc., is

thrown up by the wheels of othervehicles

– When dirt, oil, ice, snow, water, oranother object adheres to thecamera unit

– When the lens of the camera unitis foggy

– When strong light (for example,sunlight or high beams from on-coming vehicles) shines on thecamera

– When the headlights are notbright due to dirt on the lens orthe headlights are off in tunnels orin darkness


– When a sudden change in bright-ness occurs (for example, whenthe vehicle enters or exits a tunnelor is under a bridge)

– When driving on roads where thetraveling lane merges or sepa-rates or where there are tempo-rary lane markers because of roadconstruction

– When there is a lane closure due toroad repairs

– When driving on a bumpy roadsurface, such as an uneven dirtroad

– When driving on sharp curves orwinding roads

– When driving on repeated uphilland downhill roads

• Do not use the Steering Assist underthe following conditions because thesystem will not operate properly:– When driving with a tire that is not

within normal tire conditions (forexample, tire wear, abnormal tirepressure, installation of a sparetire, tire chains, nonstandardwheels)

– When the vehicle is equipped withnon-original brake or suspensionparts

– When an object such as a stickeror cargo obstructs the camera

– When excessively heavy baggageis loaded in the rear seat or lug-gage area of your vehicle

– When the vehicle load capacity isexceeded

– When towing a trailer or othervehicle

• Excessive noise will interfere with thewarning chime sound, and the beepmay not be heard.

• For the ProPILOT Assist system to op-erate properly, the windshield infront of the camera must be clean.Replace worn wiper blades. The cor-rect size wiper blades must be usedto help make sure the windshield iskept clean. Only use Genuine NISSANwiper blades, or equivalent wiperblades, that are specifically designedfor use on your vehicle model andmodel year. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer for the correct parts for yourvehicle.

Steering Assist temporarystandbyAutomatic standby due to driving opera-tion:When the driver activates the turn signal,the Steering Assist is temporarily placed ina standby mode. (The Steering Assist re-starts automatically when the operatingconditions are met again.)Automatic standby:In the following cases, a warning messageis displayed along with the chime, and theSteering Assist is placed in a temporarystandby mode. (The Steering Assist re-starts automatically when the operatingconditions are met again.)• When lane markers on both sides are no

longer detected• When a vehicle ahead is no longer de-

tected under approximately 37 mph (60km/h)


Steering Assist cancelUnder the following conditions, the Steer-ing Assist cancels, and the Steering Assiststatus indicator and the Steering Assist in-dicator turn off, and the “Not Available BadWeather” warning message will appear:• When unusual lane markers appear in

the traveling lane or when the lanemarker cannot be correctly detected forsome time due to certain conditions (forexample, a snow rut, the reflection of lighton a rainy day, the presence of severalunclear lane markers)

• When the windshield wiper operates inthe high (HI) speed operation (the Steer-ing Assist is disabled when the wiper op-erates for more than approximately 10seconds)

Action to take:Turn the ICC system off using the CANCELswitch. When the conditions listed aboveare no longer present, turn the ICC systemon again.

Steering Assist malfunctionWhen the system malfunctions, it turns offautomatically. The Steering Assist statuswarning illuminates (orange). A chime maysound depending on the situation.Action to take:Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place thevehicle in the P (Park) position, turn the EVsystem off, restart the EV system, resumedriving, and set the Intelligent Cruise Con-trol system again. If the warning (orange)continues to illuminate, the Steering Assistis malfunctioning. Although the vehicle isstill drivable under normal conditions, havethe system checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

Steering Assist maintenanceThe camera sensor is located above theinside mirror.To keep the proper operation of the systemand prevent a system malfunction, be sureto observe the following:• Always keep the windshield clean.• Do not attach a sticker (including trans-



• Do not strike or damage the areasaround the camera unit. Do not touch thecamera lens or remove the screw locatedon the camera unit.

If the camera unit is damaged due to anaccident, it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC ID OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and



FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.For CanadaModel: ARS4–BIC: 4135A-ARS4BFCC ID: OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-ject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful inter-

ference, and


Le present appareil est conforme aux CNRd’Industrie Canada applicables aux appar-eils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitationest autorisee aux deux conditions suiv-antes:1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouil-

lage, et

2. L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit acceptertout brouillage radioelectrique subi,meme si le brouillage est susceptibled’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Radio Frequency Radiation Exposure Infor-mation:This equipment complies with FCC radia-tion exposure limits set forth for an uncon-trolled environment.This equipment should be installed andoperated with minimum distance of 30 cmbetween the radiator and your body.The transmitter must not be co-located oroperating in conjunction with any other an-tenna or transmitter.Cet equipement est conforme aux limitesd’exposition aux rayonnements IC etabliespour un environnement non controle. Cetequipement doit etre installe et utilise avecun minimum de 30 cm de distance entre lasource de rayonnement et votre corps.FCC NoticeChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authorityto operate the equipment.

CONVENTIONAL (fixed speed)CRUISE CONTROL MODENOTE:

ProPILOT Assist provides no approachwarnings, automatic braking, or steeringassist in the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode.This mode allows driving at a speed be-tween 25 to 90 mph (40 to 144 km/h) with-out keeping your foot on the acceleratorpedal.

WARNING

• In the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode, a warningchime does not sound to warn you ifyou are too close to the vehicleahead, as neither the presence of thevehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is detected.

• Pay special attention to the distancebetween your vehicle and the vehicleahead of you or a collision couldoccur.

• Always confirm the setting in the ICCsystem display.


• Do not use the conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control mode whendriving under the followingconditions:– When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed– In heavy traffic or in traffic that

varies in speed– On winding or hilly roads– On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,

etc.)– In very windy areas

• Doing so could cause a loss of vehiclecontrol and result in an accident.

Conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol switches1. DISTANCE switch:

• Long• Middle• Short

2. RES+ switch:Resumes set speed or increases speedincrementally

3. CANCEL switch:Deactivates the system without erasingthe set speed

4. ProPILOT Assist switch:Master switch to activate the system

5. SET- switch:Sets desired cruise speed or reducesspeed incrementally

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Conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol mode display andindicatorsThe display is located in the vehicle infor-mation display:1. Cruise indicator:

This indicator indicates the condition ofthe ICC system depending on a color.• Cruise control ON indicator (gray): Indi-

cates that the ProPILOT Assist switchis on

• Cruise control SET indicator (green): In-dicates that the cruising speed is set

• Cruise control warning (yellow): Indi-cates that there is a malfunction in theICC system

2. Set vehicle speed indicator:This indicator indicates the set vehiclespeed. For Canadian models, the speedis displayed in km/h.

Operating conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control modeTo turn on the conventional (fixed speed)cruise control mode, push and hold theProPILOT Assist switch OA for longer thanabout 1.5 seconds.When pushing the ProPILOT Assist switchon, the conventional (fixed speed) cruisecontrol mode display and indicators OB aredisplayed in the vehicle information dis-play. After you hold ProPILOT Assist switchon for longer than about 1.5 seconds, the

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ICC system display turns off. The cruise in-dicator appears. You can now set your de-sired cruising speed. Pushing the ProPILOTAssist switch again will turn the systemcompletely off. When the power switch isplaced in the OFF position, the system isalso automatically turned off.To use the ICC system again, quickly pushand release the ProPILOT Assist switch(vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)or push and hold it (conventional cruisecontrol mode) again to turn it on.

CAUTION

To avoid accidentally engaging cruisecontrol, make sure to turn the ProPILOTAssist switch off when not using the ICCsystem.

To set cruising speed, accelerate your ve-hicle to the desired speed, push the SET- ©switch and release it. (The color of thecruise indicator changes to green and setvehicle speed indicator comes on.) Takeyour foot off the accelerator pedal. Yourvehicle will maintain the set speed.• To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-


• The vehicle may not maintain the setspeed when going up or down steep hills.If this happens, manually maintain ve-hicle speed.

To cancel the preset speed, use any of thefollowing methods:1. Push the CANCEL switch. The vehicle

speed indicator will turn off.

2. Tap the brake pedal. The vehicle speedindicator will turn off.

3. Turn the ProPILOT Assist switch off. Boththe cruise indicator and vehicle speedindicator will turn off.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods:1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, pushand release the SET- switch.

2. Push and hold the RES+ switch. Whenthe vehicle attains the desired speed,release the switch.

3. Push, then quickly release the RES+switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will increase by about 1 mph (1.6km/h).

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To reset at a slower cruising speed, use oneof the following three methods:1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, pushthe SET- switch and release it.

2. Push and hold the SET- switch. Releasethe switch when the vehicle slows downto the desired speed.

3. Push, then quickly release the SET-switch. Each time you do this, the setspeed will decrease by about 1 mph (1.6km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-lease the RES+ switch. The vehicle will re-sume the last set cruising speed when thevehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the AEBwith Pedestrian Detection systemcould result in serious injury or death.• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection

system is a supplemental aid to thedriver. It is not a replacement for thedriver’s attention to traffic condi-tions or responsibility to drive safely.It cannot prevent accidents due tocarelessness or dangerous drivingtechniques.

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem does not function in all driv-ing, traffic, weather and roadconditions.

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemcan assist the driver when there is a risk ofa forward collision with the vehicle ahead inthe traveling lane or with a pedestrianahead in the traveling lane.The AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemuses a radar sensor located on the front ofthe vehicle OB to measure the distance tothe vehicle ahead in the same lane. Forpedestrians, the AEB with Pedestrian De-tection system uses a camera installed be-hind the windshield OA in addition to theradar sensor.

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AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING(AEB) WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION


AEB WITH PEDESTRIANDETECTION SYSTEM OPERATION1. Vehicle ahead detection indicator

2. AEB emergency warning indicator

3. AEB system warning lightThe AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemoperates at speeds above approximately 3mph (5 km/h). For the pedestrian detectionfunction, the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-tion system operates at speeds between 6– 37 mph (10 – 60 km/h).If a risk of a forward collision with a vehicleis detected, the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-tion system will first provide a warning tothe driver by flashing the vehicle ahead de-tection indicator and providing an audiblealert. In addition, the AEB with PedestrianDetection system applies partial braking. Ifthe driver applies the brakes quickly andforcefully, but the AEB with Pedestrian De-tection system detects that there is still thepossibility of a forward collision, the systemwill automatically increase the brakingforce.If the risk of a collision becomes imminentand the driver does not take action, the AEBwith Pedestrian Detection system issues

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the second warning to the driver by flash-ing the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionemergency warning indicator (red), provid-ing an audible warning, and then automati-cally applies harder braking.If a risk of a forward impact with a pedes-trian is detected, the AEB with PedestrianDetection system will provide a warning tothe driver by flashing the AEB with Pedes-trian Detection emergency warning indica-tor (red), provides an audible alert and thesystem will apply partial braking. If thedriver applies the brakes quickly and force-fully but the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem detects that there is still the possi-bility of a forward impact with a pedestrian,the system will automatically increase thebraking force. If the risk of collision be-comes imminent and the driver does nottake action, the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-tion system automatically applies harderbraking.

NOTE:

The vehicle’s brake lights come on whenany braking is performed by the AEBwith Pedestrian Detection system.

Depending on vehicle speed and distanceto the vehicle or pedestrian ahead, as wellas driving and roadway conditions, the sys-tem may help the driver avoid a forwardcollision or may help mitigate the conse-quences if a collision should be unavoid-able. If the driver is handling the steeringwheel, accelerating or braking, the AEB withPedestrian Detection system will functionlater or will not function.The automatic braking will cease under thefollowing conditions:• When the steering wheel is turned to

avoid a collision.• When the accelerator pedal is depressed.• When there is no longer a vehicle or a

pedestrian detected ahead.If the AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-tem has stopped the vehicle, the vehiclewill remain at a standstill for approximately2 seconds before the brakes are released.


TURNING THE AEB WITHPEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEMON/OFFPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem:1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-


2. Select “Emergency Brake” and press theOK button.

3. Select “Front” and use the OK button toturn the system on or off.

When the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem is turned off, the AEB with Pedes-trian Detection system warning light illumi-nates.

NOTE:

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-tem will be automatically turned onwhen the EV system is restarted.

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AEB WITH PEDESTRIANDETECTION SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem. Failure to operate the vehicle inaccordance with these system limita-tions could result in serious injury ordeath.• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection

system cannot detect all vehicles orpedestrians under all conditions.

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem does not detect the followingobjects:– Small pedestrians (including

small children), animals andcyclists.

– Pedestrians in wheelchairs or us-ing mobile transport such asscooters, child-operated toys, orskateboards.

– Pedestrians who are seated orotherwise not in a full uprightstanding or walking position.

– Oncoming vehicles– Crossing vehicles

– Obstacles on the roadside• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection

system has some performancelimitations.– If a stationary vehicle is in the ve-

hicle’s path, the AEB with Pedes-trian Detection system will notfunction when the vehicle isdriven at speeds over approxi-mately 50 mph (80 km/h).

– For pedestrian detection, the AEBwith Pedestrian Detection systemwill not function when the vehicleis driven at speeds over approxi-mately 37 mph (60 km/h) or belowapproximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem will not function for pedestri-ans in darkness or in tunnels, even ifthere is street lighting in the area.

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem may not function if the ve-hicle ahead is narrow (for example, amotorcycle).

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem may not function if speed dif-ference between the two vehicles istoo small.

• The radar sensor AEB with Pedes-trian Detection system may notfunction properly or detect a vehicleahead in the following conditions:– Poor visibility (conditions such as

rain, snow, fog, dust storms, sand-storms, and road spray from othervehicles)

– Driving on a steep downhill slopeor roads with sharp curves.

– Driving on a bumpy road surface,such as an uneven dirt road.

– If dirt, ice, snow or other materialis covering the radar sensor area.

– Interference by other radarsources.

– The camera area of windshield isfogged up, or covered with dirt,water drops, ice, snow, etc.

– Strong light (for example, sunlightor high beams from oncoming ve-hicles) enters the front camera.Strong light causes the areaaround the pedestrian to be castin a shadow, making it difficult tosee.


– A sudden change in brightnessoccurs (for example, when the ve-hicle enters or exits a tunnel or ashaded area or lightning flashes).

– The poor contrast of a person tothe background, such as havingclothing color or pattern which issimilar to the background.

– The pedestrian’s profile is partiallyobscured or unidentifiable due tothe pedestrian transporting lug-gage, wearing bulky or very loosefitting clothing or accessories.

• The system performance may de-grade in the following conditions:– The vehicle is driven on a slippery

road.– The vehicle is driven on a slope.– Excessively heavy baggage is

loaded in the rear seat or thecargo area of your vehicle.

• The system is designed to automati-cally check the sensor’s (radar andcamera) functionality, within certainlimitations. The system may not de-tect blockage of sensor areas cov-ered by ice, snow or stickers, for ex-ample. In these cases, the systemmay not be able to warn the driverproperly. Be sure that you check,clean and clear sensor areasregularly.

• In some road and traffic conditions,the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem may unexpectedly apply par-tial braking. When acceleration isnecessary, depress the acceleratorpedal to override the system.

• Excessive noise will interfere with thewarning chime sound, and the chimemay not be heard.

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem may react to a person on abicycle, detecting as a pedestrian.

• The AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem may operate under the fol-lowing conditions, detecting thepossibility of a forward collision:– A vehicle or a person is on the

roadside at the beginning of acurve.

– A pedestrian approaches the driv-ing lane in front of the vehicle.


SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLECondition AIn the following conditions, the AEB withPedestrian Detection system warning lightblinks and the system will be turned offautomatically:• The radar sensor picks up interference

from another radar source.• The camera area of windshield is misted

or frozen.• Strong light is shining from the front.• The cabin temperature is over approxi-

mately 104°F (40°C) in direct sunlight.• The camera area of windshield glass is

continuously covered with dirt, etc.Action to takeWhen the above conditions no longer exist,the AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemwill resume automatically.

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NOTE:

When the inside of the windshield oncamera area is misted or frozen, it willtake a period of time to remove it afterthe A/C turns on. If dirt appears on thisarea, it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.Condition BIn the following conditions, the AEB withPedestrian Detection system warning lightwill illuminate and the “Not Available: FrontRadar Blocked” warning message will ap-pear in the vehicle information display:• The sensor area of the front of the vehicle

is covered with dirt or is obstructed.Action to takeIf the warning light (orange) comes on, stopthe vehicle in a safe place, and turn the EVsystem off. Clean the radar cover on thefront of the vehicle with a soft cloth, andrestart the EV system. If the warning lightcontinues to illuminate, have the AEB withPedestrian Detection system checked. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

When driving on roads with limited roadstructures or buildings (for example, longbridges, deserts, snow fields, driving next tolong walls).Action to takeWhen the above conditions no longer exist,the AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemwill resume automatically.

NOTE:

If the AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-tem stops working, the I-FCW system willalso stop working.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONIf the AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-tem malfunctions, it will be turned off auto-matically, a chime will sound, the AEB withPedestrian Detection system warning light(orange) will illuminate and the warningmessage “Malfunction: See Owner’sManual” will appear in the vehicle informa-tion display.

Action to takeIf the warning light (orange) comes on, stopthe vehicle in a safe location, turn the EVsystem off and restart the EV system. If thewarning light continues to illuminate, havethe AEB with Pedestrian Detection systemchecked. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.


SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe radar sensor is located on the front ofthe vehicle OB . The camera is located onthe upper side of the windshield OA ).To keep the AEB with Pedestrian Detectionsystem operating properly, be sure to ob-serve the following:• Always keep sensor areas of the front

bumper and windshield clean.• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the sensors (e.g., bumper, wind-shield).

• Do not cover or attach stickers, or installany accessory near the sensors. Thiscould block sensor signals, and/or causefailure or malfunction.

• Do not attach metallic objects near theradar sensor (brush guard, etc.). Thiscould cause failure or malfunction.

• Do not place reflective materials, such aswhite paper or a mirror, on the instru-ment panel. The reflection of sunlightmay adversely affect the camera unit’sdetection capability.

• Do not alter, remove or paint the frontbumper. Before customizing or restoringthe front bumper, it is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC ID OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful in-

terference, and


FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.For CanadaModel: ARS4–BIC: 4135A-ARS4BFCC ID: OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Industry Canadalicence-exempt RSS standard(s). Opera-tion is subject to the following two con-ditions:1. This device may not cause interfer-

ence, and

2. This device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operationof the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme auxCNR d’Industrie Canada applicables auxappareils radio exempts de licence.L’exploitation est autorisée aux deuxconditions suivantes:1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de

brouillage, et

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2. L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit acceptertout brouillage radioélectrique subi,même si le brouillage est susceptibled’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Radio frequency radiation exposure in-formation:This equipment complies with FCC and ICradiation exposure limits set forth for anuncontrolled environment.This equipment should be installed andoperated with minimum distance of 30cm between the radiator and your body.This transmitter must not be co-locatedor operating in conjunction with anyother antenna or transmitter.Cet équipement est conforme aux lim-ites d’exposition aux rayonnements ICétablies pour un environnement noncontrôlé.Cet équipement doit être installé etutilisé avec un minimum de 30 cm dedistance entre la source de rayonnementet votre corps.FCC NoticeChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the RABsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The RAB system is a supplemental

aid to the driver. It is not a replace-ment for proper driving procedures.Always use the side and rear mirrorsand turn and look in the direction youwill move before and while backingup. Never rely solely on the RAB sys-tem. It is the driver’s responsibility tostay alert, drive safely, and be in con-trol of the vehicle at all times.

• There is a limitation to the RAB sys-tem capability. The RAB system is noteffective in all situations.

The RAB system can assist the driver whenthe vehicle is backing up and approachingobjects directly behind the vehicle.

The RAB system detects obstacles behindthe vehicle using the parking sensors O1

located on the rear bumper.

NOTE:

You can temporarily cancel the sonarfunction in the vehicle, but the RAB sys-tem will continue to operate. For addi-tional information, please refer to “RearSonar System” in this section.

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REAR AUTOMATIC BRAKING (RAB)


RAB SYSTEM OPERATIONWhen the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)position and the vehicle speed is less than

approximately 9 mph (15 km/h), the RABsystem operates.

If a risk of a collision with an obstacle isdetected when your vehicle is backing up,the RAB system warning indicator will flashin the vehicle information display, a redframe will appear in the center display (forvehicles with the Intelligent Around ViewMonitor system), and the system will chimethree times. The system will then auto-matically apply the brakes. After the auto-matic brake application, the driver mustdepress the brake pedal to maintain brakepressure.

NOTE:• The brake lights of the vehicle come on

when braking is performed by the RABsystem.

• When the brakes operate, a noise maybe heard. This is not a malfunction.

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�1 RAB system warning light and RAB system warning indicator

�2 Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side)

�3 Center display


TURNING THE RAB SYSTEMON/OFFPerform the following steps to turn the RABsystem on or off.1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information displayand then press the OK button. Use the

button to select “Driver Assistance.”Then press the OK button.


3. Select “Rear” and use the OK button toturn the system on or off.

When the RAB system is turned off, the RABsystem warning light illuminates.

NOTE:The RAB system will be automaticallyturned on when the EV system is re-started.

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RAB SYSTEM LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the RAB system. Failure to follow thewarnings and instructions for properuse of the RAB system could result inserious injury or death.• When the vehicle approaches an ob-

stacle while the accelerator or brakepedal is depressed, the function maynot operate or the start of operationmay be delayed. The RAB systemmay not operate or may not performsufficiently due to vehicle conditions,driving conditions, the traffic envi-ronment, the weather, road surfaceconditions, etc. Do not wait for thesystem to operate. Operate the brakepedal by yourself as soon asnecessary.

• If it is necessary to override RAB op-eration, strongly press the accelera-tor pedal.

• Always check your surroundings andturn to check what is behind you be-fore and while backing up. The RABsystem detects stationary objectsbehind the vehicle. The RAB systemdoes not detect the following ob-jects:– Moving objects– Low objects– Narrow objects– Wedge-shaped objects– Objects close to the bumper (less

than approximately 1 ft [30 cm])– Objects that suddenly appear– Thin objects such as rope, wire,

chain, etc.• The RAB system may not operate for

the following obstacles:– Obstacles located high off the

ground– Obstacles in a position offset from

your vehicle– Obstacles, such as spongy materi-

als or snow, that have soft outersurfaces and can easily absorb asound wave

• The RAB system may not operate inthe following conditions:– There is rain, snow, ice, dirt, etc.,

attached to the sonar sensors.– A loud sound is heard in the area

around the vehicle.– The surface of the obstacle is di-

agonal to the rear of the vehicle.• The RAB system may unintentionally

operate in the following conditions:– There is overgrown grass in the

area around the vehicle.– There is a structure (e.g., a wall, toll

gate equipment, a narrow tunnel,a parking lot gate) near the side ofthe vehicle.

– There are bumps, protrusions, ormanhole covers on the roadsurface.

– The vehicle drives through adraped flag or a curtain.

– There is an accumulation of snowor ice behind the vehicle.

– An ultrasonic wave source, such asanother vehicle’s sonar, is nearthe vehicle.


• Once the automatic brake controloperates, it does not operate again ifthe vehicle approaches the sameobstacle.

• The automatic brake control can onlyoperate for a short period of time.Therefore, the driver must depressthe brake pedal.

• In the following situations, the RABsystem may not operate properly ormay not function sufficiently:– The vehicle is driven in bad

weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).– The vehicle is driven on a steep

hill.– The vehicle’s posture is changed

(e.g., when driving over a bump).– The vehicle is driven on a slippery

road.– The vehicle is turned sharply by

turning the steering wheel fully.– Snow chains are used.– Wheels or tires other than NISSAN

recommended are used.– The brakes are cold at low ambi-

ent temperatures or immediatelyafter driving has started.

– The braking force becomes poordue to wet brakes after drivingthrough a puddle or washing thevehicle.

• Turn the RAB system off in the follow-ing conditions to prevent the occur-rence of an unexpected accident re-sulting from sudden systemoperation:– The vehicle is towed.– The vehicle is carried on a flatbed

truck.– The vehicle is on the chassis

dynamometer.– The vehicle drives on an uneven

road surface.– Suspension parts other than

those designated as GenuineNISSAN parts are used. (If the ve-hicle height or the vehicle body in-clination is changed, the systemmay not detect an obstaclecorrectly.)

• Excessive noise (e.g., audio systemvolume, an open vehicle window) willinterfere with the chime sound, and itmay not be heard.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONIf the RAB system malfunctions, it will beturned off automatically, the RAB systemwarning light will illuminate, and the “Mal-function: See Owner’s Manual” warningmessage will appear in the vehicle infor-mation display.Action to takeIf the warning light illuminates, park the ve-hicle in a safe location, turn the EV systemoff, and restart the EV system. If the warn-ing light continues to illuminate, have theRAB system checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

NOTE:

If the RAB system cannot be operatedtemporarily, the RAB system warninglight blinks.


SYSTEM MAINTENANCEObserve the following items to ensureproper operation of the system:• Always keep the parking sensors O1

clean.• If the parking sensors are dirty, wipe them

off with a soft cloth while being careful tonot damage them.

• Do not subject the area around the park-ing sensors O1 to strong impact. Also, donot remove or disassemble the parkingsensors. If the parking sensors and pe-ripheral areas are deformed in an acci-dent, etc., have the sensors checked. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

• Do not install any stickers (includingtransparent stickers) or accessories onthe parking sensors O1 and their sur-rounding areas. This may cause a mal-function or improper operation.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the I-FCWsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The I-FCW system can help warn the

driver before a collision occurs butwill not avoid a collision. It is the driv-er’s responsibility to stay alert, drivesafely and be in control of the vehicleat all times.

The I-FCW system can help alert the driverwhen there is a sudden braking of a secondvehicle traveling in front of the vehicleahead in the same lane.

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INTELLIGENT FORWARD COLLISIONWARNING (I-FCW)


The I-FCW system uses a radar sensor OA

located on the front of the vehicle to mea-sure distance to the vehicle ahead in thesame lane.

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LSD3665


I-FCW SYSTEM OPERATION1. Vehicle ahead detection indicator

2. AEB system warning light

The I-FCW system operates at speedsabove approximately 3 mph (5 km/h).If there is a potential risk of a forward colli-sion, the I-FCW system will warn the driverby blinking the vehicle ahead detection in-dicator, and sounding an audible alert.

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TURNING THE I-FCW SYSTEMON/OFFPerform the following steps to turn theI-FCW system on or off:1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-



3. Select “Front” and use the OK button toturn the system on or off.

When the I-FCW system is turned off, theAEB system warning light illuminates.

NOTE:• The I-FCW system will be automatically

turned on when the EV system is re-started.

• The I-FCW system is integrated into theAEB system. There is not a separate se-lection in the vehicle information dis-play for the I-FCW system. When theAEB is turned off, the I-FCW system isalso turned off.

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I-FCW SYSTEM LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the I-FCW system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.• The I-FCW system cannot detect all

vehicles under all conditions.• The radar sensor does not detect the

following objects:– Pedestrians, animals or obstacles

in the roadway.

– Oncoming vehicles.– Crossing vehicles.

• (Illustration A) The I-FCW systemdoes not function when a vehicleahead is a narrow vehicle, such as amotorcycle.

• The radar sensor may not detect avehicle ahead in the followingconditions:– Snow or heavy rain.– Dirt, ice, snow or other material

covering the radar sensor.– Interference by other radar

sources.– Snow or road spray from traveling

vehicles.– Driving in a tunnel.– (Illustration B) When the vehicle

ahead is being towed.– (Illustration C) When the distance

to the vehicle ahead is too close,the beam of the radar sensor isobstructed.

– (Illustration D) When driving on asteep downhill slope or roads withsharp curves.

• The system is designed to automati-cally check the sensor’s functionality,within certain limitations. The sys-tem may not detect some forms ofobstruction of the sensor area suchas ice, snow, stickers, etc. In thesecases, the system may not be able towarn the driver properly. Be sure thatyou check, clean and clear the sensorarea regularly.

• Excessive noise will interfere with thewarning chime sound, and the chimemay not be heard.

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LSD3475


LSD3476


SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLECondition AWhen the radar sensor picks up interfer-ence from another radar source, making itimpossible to detect a vehicle ahead, theI-FCW system is automatically turned off.The AEB system warning light (orange) willilluminate.Action to takeWhen the above conditions no longer exist,the I-FCW system will resume automati-cally.Condition BIn the following condition, the AEB systemwarning light (orange) will illuminate andthe “Not available: Front Radar Blocked”warning message will appear in the vehicleinformation display.• The sensor area on the front of the ve-

hicle is covered with dirt or is obstructed.

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Action to takeIf the warning light (orange) comes on, stopthe vehicle in a safe place and turn the EVsystem off. Clean the radar cover on the onthe front of the vehicle with a soft cloth, andrestart the EV system. If the warning lightcontinues to illuminate, have the I-FCW sys-tem checked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.• When driving on roads with limited road

structures or buildings (for example, longbridges, deserts, snow fields, driving nextto long walls).

Action to takeWhen the above conditions no longer exist,the AEB system will resume automatically.

NOTE:

If the AEB system stops working, theI-FCW system will also stop working.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONIf the I-FCW system malfunctions, it will beturned off automatically, a chime willsound, the AEB system warning light (or-ange) will illuminate and the warning mes-sage “Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual” willappear in the vehicle information display.Action to take:If the warning light (orange) comes on, stopthe vehicle in a safe location, turn the EVsystem off and restart the EV system. If thewarning light continues to illuminate, havethe AEB system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The sensor OA is located on the front of thevehicle.To keep the system operating properly, besure to observe the following:• Always keep the sensor area of the front

bumper clean.• Do not strike or damage the areas

around the sensor.• Do not cover or attach stickers or similar

objects on the front bumper near thesensor area. This could cause failure ormalfunction.

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• Do not alter, remove or paint the frontbumper. Before customizing or restoringthe front bumper, it is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Radio frequency statementFor USAFCC ID OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful in-

terference, and


FCC WarningChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.

For CanadaModel: ARS4–BIC: 4135A-ARS4BFCC ID: OAYARS4BThis device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Industry Canadalicence-exempt RSS standard(s). Opera-tion is subject to the following two con-ditions:1. This device may not cause harmful in-

terference, and


Le présent appareil est conforme auxCNR d’Industrie Canada applicables auxappareils radio exempts de licence.L’exploitation est autorisée aux deuxconditions suivantes:1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de

brouillage, et

2. L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit ac-cepter tout brouillage radioélectriquesubi, même si le brouillage est suscep-tible d’en compromettre lefonctionnement.

Radio frequency radiation exposure in-formation:This equipment complies with FCC and ICradiation exposure limits set forth for anuncontrolled environment.This equipment should be installed andoperated with minimum distance of 30cm between the radiator and your body.This transmitter must not be co-locatedor operating in conjunction with anyother antenna or transmitter.Cet équipement est conforme aux lim-ites d’exposition aux rayonnements ICétablies pour un environnement noncontrôlé.Cet équipement doit être installé etutilisé avec un minimum de 30 cm dedistance entre la source de rayonnementet votre corps.FCC NoticeChanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.


WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-structions for proper use of the I-DAsystem could result in serious injury ordeath.• The I–DA system is only a warning to

inform the driver of a potential lackof driver attention or drowsiness. Itwill not steer the vehicle or preventloss of control.

• The I–DA system does not detect andprovide an alert of the driver’s lack ofattention or fatigue in everysituation.

• It its the driver’s responsibility to:– stay alert,– drive safely,– keep the vehicle in the traveling

lane,– be in control of the vehicle at all

times,– avoid driving when tired,– avoid distractions (texting, etc.).

The I–DA system helps alert the driver if thesystem detects a lack of attention or driv-ing fatigue.

The system monitors driving style andsteering behavior over a period of time,and it detects changes from the normalpattern. If the system detects that driverattention is decreasing over a period oftime, the system uses audible and visualwarnings to suggest that the driver take abreak.

I-DA SYSTEM OPERATIONIf the system detects driver fatigue or thatdriver attention is decreasing, the mes-sage “Take a break?” appears in the vehicleinformation display and a chime soundswhen the vehicle is driven at speeds above37 mph (60 km/h).The system continuously monitors driverattention and can provide multiple warn-ings per trip.The system resets and starts reassessingdriving style and steering behavior when thepower switch is cycled from the ON to theOFF position and back to the ON position.

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INTELLIGENT DRIVER ALERTNESS(I-DA) (if so equipped)


HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THEI-DA SYSTEMPerform the following steps to enable ordisable the I–DA system.1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-


2. Select “Driver Attention Alert” and usethe OK button to turn the system on oroff.

NOTE:

The setting will be retained even if the EVsystem is restarted.

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I-DA SYSTEM LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the I–DA system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.• The I-DA system may not operate

properly and may not provide analert in the following conditions:– Poor road conditions such as an

uneven road surface or pot holes.– Strong side wind.– If you have adopted a sporty driv-

ing style with higher corneringspeeds or higher rates ofacceleration.

– Frequent lane changes orchanges to vehicle speed.

• The I–DA system will not provide analert in the following conditions:– Vehicle speeds lower than 37 mph

(60 km/h).– Short lapses of attention.– Instantaneous distractions such

as dropping an object.

System malfunctionIf the Intelligent Driver Alertness systemmalfunctions, the system warning mes-sage will appear in the vehicle informationdisplay and the function will be stoppedautomatically.Action to takeStop the vehicle in a safe location, place thevehicle in P (Park) position, turn the EV sys-tem off and restart the EV system. If thesystem warning message continues to ap-pear, have the system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

The ECO mode helps reduce power con-sumption by reducing acceleration whencompared to the same accelerator pedalposition in the D (Drive) position. Use theECO mode for maximum driving range andfor city driving.To turn on the ECO mode, push the ECOswitch. The ECO mode indicator appearson the vehicle information display.To turn off the ECO mode, push the ECOswitch again. The ECO mode indicator willturn off.

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ECO MODE


• The selection of the ECO mode (ON orOFF) is retained even when the EV systemis restarted.

• When the ECO mode is turned off, drivingperformance is changed. Before turningoff the ECO mode, ensure it is safe to doso, release the accelerator pedal and op-erate the ECO switch.

• Turn off the ECO mode when accelerationis required, such as when:– driving with a heavy load of passengers

or cargo in the vehicle.– driving on a steep uphill slope.

• When the cruise control is operated, thevehicle makes it a priority to maintain aconstant speed. The driving range will notbe extended even if the ECO mode indi-cator appears.

NOTE:

Selecting this drive mode will not neces-sarily improve power economy as manydriving factors influence itseffectiveness.

The vehicle range varies depending uponthe following factors:• Speed• Vehicle load• Electrical load from vehicle accessories• Traffic and road conditionsNISSAN recommends the following driv-ing habits to help maximize vehiclerange:Before driving:• Follow the recommended periodic main-

tenance.• Keep tires inflated to the correct pressure.• Keep wheels in correct alignment.• Pre-heat or pre-cool the interior cabin

while the vehicle is charging.• Remove unnecessary cargo from the ve-

hicle.While driving:• Drive in ECO mode.

– The ECO mode helps reduce powerconsumption by reducing accelerationwhen compared to the same accelera-tor pedal position in the D (Drive) posi-tion (normal mode).

• Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruis-ing speeds with a constant acceleratorposition or by using cruise control whenappropriate.

• Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gentlypress and release the accelerator pedalfor acceleration and deceleration.

• Drive at moderate speeds on the high-way.

• Avoid frequent stopping and braking.Maintain a safe distance behind other ve-hicles.

• Turn off the air conditioner/heater whenit is not necessary.

• Select a moderate temperature settingfor heating or cooling to help reducepower consumption.

• Use the air conditioner/heater and closewindows to reduce drag when cruising ata highway speed.

• Release the accelerator pedal to slowdown and do not apply the brakes whentraffic and road conditions allow.– This vehicle is equipped with a regen-

erative brake system. The primary pur-pose of the regenerative brake systemis to provide some power to rechargethe Li-ion battery and extend drivingrange. A secondary benefit is “enginebraking” that operates based on Li-ion

INCREASING POWER ECONOMY


battery conditions. In the D (Drive) posi-tion, when the accelerator pedal is re-leased, the regenerative brake systemprovides some deceleration and somepower to the Li-ion battery.

The ECO Drive Report appears for approxi-mately 30 seconds after placing the powerswitch in the OFF position, driving the ve-hicle for more than 0.3 miles (500 m), andpressing the button on the steeringwheel.

1. Previous 5 times (History)Displays the average energy economyfor the previous 5 times

2. Current energy economyDisplays the most recent average en-ergy economy

3. Best energy economyDisplays the best energy economy ofthe past history

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ECO DRIVE REPORT


4. Regenerated energy (mileage)Displays the amount of regenerated en-ergy stored in the Li-ion battery in onetrip in terms of distance

If the vehicle has been driven mostly ondownhill roads, more energy is regener-ated. This may cause the regenerated en-ergy (mileage) (4) to show a longer distancethan the vehicle was driven or the currentenergy economy (2) to show “99.9 miles/kWh.”When the button is pressed while theECO Drive Report is shown, the displayswitches to the timer display. Either displaywill continue to show for another 30 sec-onds after the button is pressed. If thedoors are locked after placing the powerswitch in the OFF position, the display turnsoff before the preset time.In the “Settings” menu, you can programthe ECO Drive Report to not appear whenthe power switch is placed in the OFF posi-tion. For additional information, refer to “Ve-hicle information display” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.

WARNING

• Do not stop or park the vehicle overflammable materials such as drygrass, waste paper or rags. They mayignite and cause a fire.

• Never leave the vehicle in the READYto drive mode while the vehicle isunattended.

• Safe parking procedures require thatboth the parking brake be appliedand the vehicle placed in the park po-sition. Failure to do so could causethe vehicle to move unexpectedly orroll away and result in an accident.

• Do not leave children unattended in-side the vehicle. They could unknow-ingly activate switches or controls ormake the vehicle move. Unattendedchildren could become involved inserious accidents.


PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS


1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Push the P (Park) position switch on theshift lever.

3. To help prevent the vehicle from rollinginto the street when parked on a slope, itis a good practice to turn the wheels asillustrated.• HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB O1 :

Turn the wheels into the curb andmove the vehicle forward until thecurb side wheel gently touches thecurb.

• HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB O2 :Turn the wheels away from the curband move the vehicle back until thecurb side wheel gently touches thecurb.

• HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NOCURB O3 :Turn the wheels toward the side of theroad so the vehicle will move awayfrom the center of the road if it moves.


WARNING

• If the READY to drive indicator light isoff while driving, the power assist forthe steering will not work. Steeringwill be harder to operate.

• When the power steering warninglight illuminates while the READY todrive indicator light is on, the powerassist for the steering will cease op-eration. You will still have control ofthe vehicle but the steering will beharder to operate.

The power steering system is designed toprovide power assistance while driving tooperate the steering wheel with less effort.When the steering wheel is operated re-peatedly or continuously while parking ordriving at a very low speed, the power as-sist for the steering wheel will be reduced.This is to prevent overheating of the powersteering system and help protect it fromgetting damaged. When the power assis-tance is reduced, steering wheel operationwill become harder. When the temperatureof the power steering system goes down,the power assistance level will return tonormal. Avoid repeating such steeringwheel operations that could cause thepower steering system to overheat.

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You may hear a noise when the steeringwheel is operated quickly. However, this isnot a malfunction.If the power steering warning lightilluminates while the READY to drive indica-tor light is on, it may indicate the powersteering system is not functioning properlyand may need servicing. Have the powersteering system checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service. For additionalinformation, refer to “Power steering warn-ing light” in the “Instruments and controls”section of this manual.The power assist for steering stops operat-ing when both the power steering warninglight and READY to drive indicator light areilluminated. You will still have control of thevehicle. However, greater steering effort isneeded, especially in sharp turns and atlow speeds.

BRAKE PRECAUTIONSThis vehicle is equipped with two brakingsystems:1. Hydraulic brake system

2. Regenerative brake system

Hydraulic brake systemThe hydraulic brake system is similar to thebrakes used on conventional vehicles.The brake system has two separate hy-draulic circuits. If one circuit malfunctions,you will still have braking at two wheels.

Regenerative brake systemThe primary purpose of the regenerativebrake system is to provide some power tohelp recharge the Li-ion battery and ex-tend driving range. A secondary benefit is“engine braking” that operates based onbattery conditions.In the D (Drive) range, when the acceleratoris released, the regenerative brake systemprovides some deceleration and gener-ates power for the Li-ion battery. Power isalso generated when the brake pedal isapplied.

When you put the shift lever in the B modeand take your foot off the acceleratorpedal, more regenerative brake is appliedthan in the D (Drive) position. However, dur-ing high-speed driving you may feel thatregenerative brake provides less decelera-tion than the engine braking in an ordinaryvehicle. This is normal.Less deceleration is provided by the regen-erative brake system when the Li-ion bat-tery is fully charged. Regenerative brake isautomatically reduced when the Li-ionbattery is fully charged to prevent the Li-ionbattery from becoming overcharged. Re-generative brake is also automatically re-duced when the battery temperature ishigh/low (indicated by the red/blue zoneson the battery temperature gauge) to pre-vent Li-ion battery damage.The brake pedal should be used to slow orstop the vehicle depending on traffic orroad conditions. The vehicle brakes are notaffected by regenerative brake system op-eration.

BRAKE SYSTEM


NOTE:• When applying the regenerative

brakes, you may hear a sound comingfrom the regenerative brake system.This is a normal operating characteris-tic of an EV.

• If the power switch position is in a po-sition other than ON or READY to drive,you can stop the vehicle by depressingthe brake pedal. However, greater footpressure on the brake pedal will be re-quired to stop the vehicle, and thestopping distance will be longer.

• When depressing the brake pedal, thebrake pedal feel will not be smooth ormay change when the cooperative re-generative brake system activates.However, the electronically controlledbrake system is operating normallyand this does not indicate a malfunc-tion.

Using the brakesAvoid resting your foot on the brake pedalwhile driving. This will cause overheating ofthe brakes, wearing out of the brake padsand shoes faster, and will reduce drivingrange.

To help reduce brake wear, and to preventthe brakes from overheating, reduce speedand select B mode before going down aslope or long grade. Overheated brakesmay reduce braking performance andcould result in loss of vehicle control.

WARNING

• While driving on a slippery surface,be careful when braking or accelerat-ing. Abrupt braking or acceleratingcould cause the wheels to skid, whichcould result in an accident.

• If the brake pedal is depressed withthe EV system OFF, you may feel anincreased brake pedal effort and adecreased pedal stroke. If the BRAKEwarning light does not illuminateand the brake pedal feels like it hasreturned to its normal state after theEV system is started, this indicatesthat there is no malfunction and thevehicle can be operated normally.

Wet brakesWhen the vehicle is washed or driventhrough water, the brakes may get wet. Asa result, the braking distance will be longerand the vehicle may pull to one side duringbraking.

To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safespeed while lightly tapping the brake pedalto heat up the brakes. Do this until thebrakes return to normal. Avoid driving thevehicle at high speeds until the brakeshave dried.

Parking brake break-inBreak in the parking brake shoes wheneverthe stopping effect of the parking brake isweakened or whenever the parking brakeshoes and/or drums/rotors are replaced,in order to assure the best braking perfor-mance.This procedure is described in the GenuineNISSAN Service Manual, and it can be per-formed by a certified repair facility. It is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-fied LEAF dealer.


ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)WARNING

• The ABS is a sophisticated device, butit cannot prevent accidents resultingfrom careless or dangerous drivingtechniques. It can help maintain ve-hicle control during braking on slip-pery surfaces. Remember that stop-ping distances on slippery surfaceswill be longer than on normal sur-faces even with ABS. Stopping dis-tances may also be longer on rough,gravel or snow covered roads, or ifyou are using tire chains. Alwaysmaintain a safe distance from the ve-hicle in front of you. Ultimately, thedriver is responsible for safety.

• Tire type and condition may also af-fect braking effectiveness.– When replacing tires, install the

specified size of tires on all fourwheels.

– For additional information, referto “Wheels and tires” in the “Main-tenance and do-it-yourself” sec-tion of this manual.

The ABS controls the brakes so the wheelsdo not lock during hard braking or whenbraking on slippery surfaces. The systemdetects the rotation speed at each wheeland varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-vent each wheel from locking and sliding.By preventing each wheel from locking, thesystem helps the driver maintain steeringcontrol and helps to minimize swervingand spinning on slippery surfaces.

Using the systemDepress the brake pedal and hold it down.Depress the brake pedal with firm steadypressure, but do not pump the brakes. TheAnti-lock Braking System will operate toprevent the wheels from locking up. Steerthe vehicle to avoid obstacles.

WARNING

Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing somay result in increased stopping dis-tances.

Self-test featureThe Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) in-cludes electronic sensors, electric pumps,hydraulic solenoids and a computer. Thecomputer has a built-in diagnostic featurethat tests the system each time you pushthe power switch in the READY to drive po-sition and move the vehicle at a low speedin forward or reverse. When the self-testoccurs, you may hear a “clunk” noiseand/or feel a pulsation in the brake pedal.This is normal and does not indicate a mal-function. If the computer senses a mal-function, it switches the ABS off and illumi-nates the ABS warning light on theinstrument panel. The brake system thenoperates normally, but without anti-lockassistance.If the ABS warning light illuminates duringthe self-test or while driving, have the ve-hicle checked. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

Normal operationThe Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) oper-ates at speeds above 3 to 6 mph (5 to 10km/h). The speed varies according to roadconditions.


When the ABS senses that one or morewheels are close to locking up, the actuatorrapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-sure. This action is similar to pumping thebrakes very quickly. You may feel a pulsa-tion in the brake pedal and hear a noisefrom under the hood or feel a vibrationfrom the actuator when it is operating. Thisis normal and indicates that the ABS is op-erating properly. However, the pulsationmay indicate that road conditions are haz-ardous and extra care is required whiledriving.

BRAKE ASSISTWhen the force applied to the brake pedalexceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist isactivated generating greater braking forcethan a conventional brake booster evenwith light pedal force.

WARNING

The Brake Assist is only an aid to assistbraking operation and is not a collisionwarning or avoidance device. It is thedrivers responsibility to stay alert, drivesafely and be in control of the vehicle atall times.

The VDC system uses various sensors tomonitor driver inputs and vehicle motion.Under certain driving conditions, the VDCsystem helps to perform the followingfunctions.• Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel

slip on one slipping drive wheel so poweris transferred to a drive wheel on thesame axle that is not slipping.

• Controls brake pressure and tractionmotor output to reduce drive wheel slipbased on vehicle speed (traction controlfunction).

• Controls brake pressure at individualwheels and traction motor output to helpthe driver maintain control of the vehiclein the following conditions:– Understeer (vehicle tends to not follow

the steered path despite increasedsteering input).

– Oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due tocertain road or driving conditions).

The VDC system can help the driver main-tain control of the vehicle, but it cannotprevent loss of vehicle control in all drivingsituations.When the VDC system operates, theindicator light in the instrument panelflashes. When the indicator light flashes,note the following items:

• The road may be slippery or the systemmay determine some action is requiredto help keep the vehicle on the steeredpath.

• You may feel a pulsation in the brakepedal and hear a noise or vibration fromunder the hood. This is normal and indi-cates that the VDC system is workingproperly.

• Adjust your speed and driving accordingto the road conditions.

For additional information, refer to “Slip in-dicator light” and “Vehicle Dynamic Control(VDC) OFF indicator light” in the “Instru-ments and controls” section of this manual.If a malfunction occurs in the system, the

indicator light illuminates in the ve-hicle information display. The VDC systemautomatically turns off when this indicatorlight is lit.The vehicle information display is used toturn off the VDC system. The VDC OFF indi-cator light illuminates to indicate thatthe VDC system is off. When the vehicleinformation display is used to turn off thesystem, the VDC system still operates toprevent one drive wheel from slipping bytransferring power to a non-slipping wheel.

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)SYSTEM


The indicator light flashes if this oc-curs. All other VDC functions are off and the

indicator light will not flash. The VDCsystem is automatically reset to on whenthe power switch is placed in the OFF posi-tion then back to the ON position. For addi-tional information, refer to “Vehicle infor-mation display” in the “Instruments andcontrols” section of this manual.The computer has a built-in diagnostic fea-ture that tests the system each time youstart the EV and move the vehicle forwardor in reverse at a slow speed. When theself-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk”noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brakepedal. This is normal and is not an indica-tion of a malfunction.

WARNING

• The VDC system is designed to helpthe driver maintain stability but doesnot prevent accidents due to abruptsteering operation at high speeds orby careless or dangerous drivingtechniques. Reduce vehicle speedand be especially careful when driv-ing and cornering on slippery sur-faces and always drive carefully.

• Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-sion. If suspension parts such asshock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-bilizer bars, bushings and wheels arenot NISSAN recommended for yourvehicle or are extremely deterioratedthe VDC system may not operateproperly. This could adversely affectvehicle handling performance, andthe indicator light may flash orthe indicator light mayilluminate.

• If brake related parts such as brakepads, rotors and calipers are notNISSAN recommended or are ex-tremely deteriorated, the VDC sys-tem may not operate properly andthe indicator light mayilluminate.

• If traction motor control relatedparts are not NISSAN recommendedor are extremely deteriorated, the

indicator light may illuminate.• When driving on extremely inclined

surfaces such as higher banked cor-ners, the VDC system may not oper-ate properly and the indicatorlight may illuminate. Do not drive onthese types of roads.

• When driving on an unstable surfacesuch as a turntable, ferry, elevator orramp, the indicator light mayilluminate. This is not a malfunction.Restart the EV system after drivingonto a stable surface.

• If wheels or tires other than theNISSAN recommended ones areused, the VDC system may not oper-ate properly and the indicatorlight may illuminate.

• The VDC system is not a substitutefor winter tires or tire chains on asnow covered road.


The chassis control is an electric controlmodule that includes the following func-tions:• Intelligent Trace Control• Intelligent Ride Control

INTELLIGENT TRACE CONTROLThis system senses driving based on thedriver’s steering and acceleration/brakingpatterns, and controls brake pressure atindividual wheels to aid tracing at cornersand help smooth vehicle response.The Intelligent Trace Control can be set toon (enabled) or off (disabled) through thevehicle information display “Settings” page.For additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.

When the VDC system is turned off in thevehicle information display, the IntelligentTrace Control is also turned off.When the Intelligent Trace Control is oper-ated and the “Chassis Control” mode is se-lected in the vehicle information display,the Intelligent Trace Control graphics areshown in the vehicle information display.For additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section of this manual.If the “Chassis Control System Error: SeeOwner’s Manual” warning message ap-pears in the vehicle information display, it

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may indicate that the Intelligent Trace Con-trol is not functioning properly. Have thesystem checked as soon as possible. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

WARNING

The Intelligent Trace Control may notbe effective depending on the drivingcondition. Always drive carefully andattentively.

When the Intelligent Trace Control is oper-ating, you may feel a pulsation in the brakepedal, hear a noise and sense slight decel-eration. This is normal and indicates thatthe Intelligent Trace Control is operatingproperly.Even if the Intelligent Trace Control isturned off, some functions will remain on toassist the driver (for example, avoidancescenes).

INTELLIGENT RIDE CONTROLThis system senses upper body motion(based on wheel speed information) andcontrols motor torque. This will enhanceride comfort in effort to restrain uncom-fortable upper body movement when

passing over undulated road surfaces. Thissystem comes into effect above 25 mph(40 km/h).When the VDC system is turned off in thevehicle information display, the IntelligentRide Control is also turned off.

WARNING

The Intelligent Ride Control may not beeffective depending on the driving con-dition. Always drive carefully and at-tentively.

When the Intelligent Ride Control is operat-ing, you may hear a noise and sense slightdeceleration. This is normal and indicatesthat the Intelligent Ride Control is operat-ing properly.If the “Chassis Control System Error: SeeOwner’s Manual” warning message ap-pears in the vehicle information display, itmay indicate that the Intelligent Ride Con-trol is not functioning properly. Have thesystem checked as soon as possible. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

The sonar (parking sensor) system soundsa tone to inform the driver of obstaclesnear the bumper.When the “DISPLAY” key is ON, the sonarview will automatically appear in the meter.

WARNING

• The RSS is a convenience but it is nota substitute for proper parking.

• The driver is always responsible forsafety during parking and other ma-neuvers. Always look around andcheck that it is safe to do so beforeparking.

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REAR SONAR SYSTEM (RSS)


• Read and understand the limitationsof the RSS as contained in this sec-tion. The colors of the sonar indicatorand the distance guide lines in therear view indicate different distancesto the object.

• Inclement weather or ultrasonicsources such as an automatic carwash, a truck's compressed-airbrakes or a pneumatic drill may af-fect the function of the system; thismay include reduced performance ora false activation.

• The RSS is designed as an aid to thedriver in detecting large stationaryobjects to help avoid damaging thevehicle.

• The RSS is not designed to preventcontact with small or moving ob-jects. Always move slowly. The sys-tem will not detect small objects be-low the bumper, and may not detectobjects close to the bumper or on theground.

• The RSS may not detect the followingobjects: fluffy objects such as snow,cloth, cotton, glass, wool, etc., andthin objects such as rope, wire andchain, etc., or wedge-shaped objects.

If your vehicle sustains damage to the rearbumper fascia, leaving it misaligned orbent, the sensing zone may be alteredcausing inaccurate measurement of ob-stacles or false alarms.

CAUTION

• Excessive noise (such as audio sys-tem volume or an open vehicle win-dow) will interfere with the tone andit may not be heard.

• Keep the sonar sensors (located onthe bumper fascia) free from snow,ice and large accumulations of dirt.Do not clean the sensors with sharpobjects. If the sensors are covered,the accuracy of the sonar functionwill be diminished.

SYSTEM OPERATIONThe system informs with a visual and au-dible alert of rear obstacles when the shiftlever is in the R (Reverse) position.

Sonar Operation Table

RR SensorRange Sound Display

P x †R o oN x †D x †

o – Display/Beep when detect† – Display on camera viewx – No Display and Beep

The system is deactivated at speeds above6 mph (10 km/h). It is reactivated at lowerspeeds.While the vehicle is moving the audible alertwill stop after 3 seconds when an obstacleis detected by only the corner sensor anddistance does not change. The audiblealert will also stop when the obstaclemoves away from the vehicle. At any timethe left side button of the steering wheel (

buttons) is available to cancel the au-dible alert.


When the object is detected, the indicator(green) appears and blinks and the tonesounds intermittently. When the vehiclemoves closer to the object, the color of theindicator turns yellow and the rate of theblinking increases. When the vehicle is veryclose to the object, the indicator stopsblinking and turns red, and the tonesounds continuously.

When the corner of the vehicle movescloser to an object, the corner sonar indi-cator OA appears. When the center of thevehicle moves close to an object, the cen-ter sonar indicator OB appears

The system indicators OA will appear whenthe vehicle moves closer to an object.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THEREAR SONAR SYSTEMThe system is automatically activatedwhen the power switch is placed in the ONposition and the shift lever is in the R (Re-verse) position.Perform the following steps to enable ordisable the sonar system:1. Press the button until “Settings” ap-

pears in the vehicle information displayand then press OK. Use the buttonto select “Driver Assistance.” Then pressthe OK button.


3. Select “Sonar” and press the OK button.Select "Parking sonar” and press the OKbutton.

4. Select “ON” and press the OK button.

NOTE:

The system will automatically be turnedon when the EV system is restarted.

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SONAR LIMITATIONSWARNING

Listed below are the system limitationsfor the sonar system. Failure to operatethe vehicle in accordance with thesesystem limitations could result in seri-ous injury or death.• Read and understand the limitations

of the sonar system as contained inthis section. Inclement weather mayaffect the function of the sonar sys-tem; this may include reduced per-formance or a false activation.

• The system is deactivated at speedsabove 6 mph (10 km/h). It is reacti-vated at lower speeds.

• Inclement weather or ultrasonicsources such as an automatic carwash, a truck’s compressed-airbrakes or a pneumatic drill may af-fect the function of the system; thismay include reduced performance ora false activation.

• The system is not designed to pre-vent contact with small or movingobjects. Always move slowly. Thesystem will not detect small objectsbelow the bumper or on the ground.

• The system may not detect the fol-lowing objects: fluffy objects such assnow, cloth, cotton, glass-wool, etc.;thin objects such as rope, wire andchain, etc.; or wedge-shaped objects.

• The system may not detect objectsat speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) andmay not detect certain angular ormoving objects.

SYSTEM TEMPORARILYUNAVAILABLEWhen sonar blockage is detected, the sys-tem will be deactivated automatically.The system is not available until the condi-tions no longer exist.The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog. The blocked condi-tion may also be caused by objects such asice, frost or dirt obstructing the sonar sen-sors.Action to take:When the above conditions no longer exist,the system will resume automatically.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCEThe sonar sensors O1 are located on therear bumper. Always keep the area nearthe sonar sensors clean.The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-porary ambient conditions such as splash-ing water, mist or fog.The blocked condition may also be causedby objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-structing the sonar sensors.Check for and remove objects obstructingthe area around the sonar sensors.

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Do not attach stickers (including transpar-ent material), install accessories or applyadditional paint near the sonar sensors.Do not strike or damage the area aroundthe sonar sensors. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN dealer if the area aroundthe sonar sensors is damaged due to acollision.

WARNING

• Never rely solely on the hill start as-sist system to prevent the vehiclefrom moving backward on a hill. Al-ways drive carefully and attentively.Depress the brake pedal when thevehicle is stopped on a steep hill. Beespecially careful when stopped on ahill on frozen or muddy roads. Failureto prevent the vehicle from rollingbackwards may result in a loss ofcontrol of the vehicle and possibleserious injury or death.

• The hill start assist system is not de-signed to hold the vehicle at a stand-still on a hill. Depress the brake pedalwhen the vehicle is stopped on asteep hill. Failure to do so may causethe vehicle to roll backwards andmay result in a collision or seriouspersonal injury.

• The hill start assist may not preventthe vehicle from rolling backwardson a hill under all load or road condi-tions. Always be prepared to depressthe brake pedal to prevent the ve-hicle from rolling backwards. Failureto do so may result in a collision orserious personal injury.

The hill start assist system automaticallykeeps the brakes applied to help preventthe vehicle from rolling backwards in thetime it takes the driver to release the brakepedal and apply the accelerator when thevehicle is stopped on a hill.Hill start assist will operate automaticallyunder the following conditions:• The shift lever is placed in the D (Drive), B

mode, or R (Reverse) position.• The vehicle is stopped completely on a

hill by applying the brake.The maximum holding time is 2 seconds.After 2 seconds the vehicle will begin to rollback and hill start assist will stop operatingcompletely.Hill start assist will not operate when theshift lever is placed in the N (Neutral) or P(Park) position or on a flat and level road.

HILL START ASSIST SYSTEM


CAUTION

To prevent damage to the Li-ion bat-tery: Do not store the vehicle in tem-peratures below -13°F (-25°C) for overseven days. If the outside temperatureis -13°F (-25°C) or less, the Li-ion batterymay freeze and it cannot be charged orprovide power to run the vehicle. Movethe vehicle to a warm location.


place the power switch in the OFF po-sition when parking the vehicle if tem-peratures may go below -4°F (-20°C).For models with 40 kWh batterymodel, this provides external power tothe Li-ion battery warmer (if soequipped) when it operates and doesnot discharge the Li-ion battery. Ve-hicle driving range is reduced if the Li-ion battery warmer (if so equipped) op-erates (Li-ion battery temperatureapproximately -4°F (-20°C) or colder)while driving the vehicle. You may needto charge the Li-ion battery soonerthan in warmer temperatures.

• The Li-ion battery requires more timeto charge when the Li-ion batterywarmer (if so equipped) operates.

• The predicted charging time displayedon the meter and navigation system (ifso equipped) increases when the Li-ionbattery warmer (if so equipped) oper-ates.

• Vehicle range may be substantially re-duced in extremely cold conditions (forexample under -4°F (-20°C)).

• Using the climate control system toheat the cabin when outside tempera-ture is below 32°F (0°C) uses more elec-tricity and affects vehicle range morethan when using the heater when thetemperature is above 32°F (0°C).

• Climate control performance is re-duced when using the Climate Ctrl.Timer or Remote Climate Control whilethe Li-ion battery warmer (if soequipped) operates (for models with40 kWh battery model). Set only thecharging timer [End Time] when charg-ing in cold weather. The vehicle auto-matically determines when to startcharging to fully charge the Li-ion bat-tery, even if the Li-ion battery warmeroperates. Charging ends before the setend time if the Li-ion battery is fullycharged.

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCKTo prevent a door lock from freezing, applydeicer through the key hole. If the lock be-comes frozen, heat the key before insertingit into the key hole or use the remote key-less entry key fob.

ANTIFREEZEIn the winter when it is possible that theoutside temperature will drop below 32°F(0°C), check the antifreeze to ensure properwinter protection. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Cooling system” in the “Main-tenance and do-it-yourself ” section of thismanual.

12-VOLT BATTERYIf the 12-volt battery is not fully chargedduring extremely cold weather conditions,the 12-volt battery fluid may freeze anddamage the 12-volt battery. To maintainmaximum efficiency, the 12-volt batteryshould be checked regularly. For additionalinformation, refer to “12-volt battery” in the“Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” sectionof this manual.

COLD WEATHER DRIVING


DRAINING OF COOLANT WATERIf the vehicle is to be left outside withoutantifreeze, drain the cooling system. Refillbefore operating the vehicle. For additionalinformation, refer to “Cooling system” in the“Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” sectionof this manual.

TIRE EQUIPMENTSUMMER tires have a tread designed toprovide superior performance on drypavement. However, the performance ofthese tires will be substantially reduced insnowy and icy conditions. If you operateyour vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSANrecommends the use of MUD & SNOW orALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. It isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for the tire type, size,speed rating and availability information.For additional traction on icy roads, stud-ded tires may be used. However, some U.S.states and Canadian provinces prohibittheir use. Check local, state and provinciallaws before installing studded tires.Skid and traction capabilities of studdedsnow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, maybe poorer than that of non-studdedsnow tires.

Tire chains may be used. For additional in-formation, refer to “Tire chains” in the “Main-tenance and do-it-yourself ” section of thismanual.

SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENTIt is recommended that the following itemsbe carried in the vehicle during winter:• A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re-

move ice and snow from the windowsand wiper blades.

• A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-drifts.

• Extra windshield-washer fluid to refill thereservoir tank.

DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE

WARNING

• Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),very cold snow or ice can be slick andvery hard to drive on. The vehicle willhave much less traction or “grip” un-der these conditions. Try to avoiddriving on wet ice until the road issalted or sanded.

• Whatever the conditions, drive withcaution. Accelerate and slow downwith care. If accelerating too fast, thedrive wheels will lose even moretraction.

• Allow more stopping distance underthese conditions. Braking should bestarted sooner than on drypavement.

• Allow greater following distances onslippery roads.

• Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).These may appear on an otherwiseclear road in shaded areas. If a patchof ice is seen ahead, brake beforereaching it. Try not to brake while onthe ice, and avoid any sudden steer-ing maneuvers.

• Do not use cruise control on slipperyroads.

FREEING A FROZEN CHARGE PORTLIDWhen the charge port is frozen, melt the iceusing a hair dryer.


PARKING BRAKE

CAUTION

• When parking in an area where theoutside temperature is below 32°F(0°C), the parking brake, if applied,may freeze in place and may be diffi-cult to release.

• For safe parking, it is recommendedthat you place the shift lever in the P(Park) position and securely blockthe wheels.


MEMO


6 In case of emergency

Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2Roadside assistance program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2Emergency EV (Electric Vehicle) shut off . . . . . . . . . 6-3Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3Repairing flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

If the Li-ion battery becomes completelydischarged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12Push starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13Towing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Towing recommended by NISSAN . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuckvehicle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Push the switch on to warn other driverswhen you must stop or park under emer-gency conditions. All turn signal lights willflash.

WARNING

• If stopping for an emergency, be sureto move the vehicle well off the road.

• Do not use the hazard warning flash-ers while moving on the highway un-less unusual circumstances forceyou to drive so slowly that your ve-hicle might become a hazard to othertraffic.

• Turn signals do not work when thehazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flasher can be actuated with thepower switch in any position.Some jurisdictions may prohibit the useof the hazard warning flasher switchwhile driving.

In the event of a roadside emergency,Roadside Assistance Service is available toyou. For additional information, please referto your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.)or Warranty & Roadside Assistance Infor-mation Booklet (Canada) for details.

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

6-2 In case of emergency

To shut off the EV system in an emergencysituation while driving, perform the follow-ing procedure.• Rapidly push the power switch three con-

secutive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or• Push and hold the power switch for more

than 2 seconds.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORINGSYSTEM (TPMS)This vehicle is equipped with TPMS. It moni-tors tire pressure of all tires. When the lowtire pressure warning light is lit, and the “TirePressure Low — Add Air” warning appearson the vehicle information display, one ormore of your tires is significantly under-inflated. If the vehicle is being driven withlow tire pressure, the TPMS will activate andwarn you of it by the low tire pressure warn-ing light. This system will activate onlywhen the vehicle is driven at speeds above16 mph (25 km/h). For additional informa-tion, refer to “Warning lights, indicator lightsand audible reminders” in the “Instrumentsand controls” section and “Tire PressureMonitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Startingand driving” section of this manual.

WARNING


• If the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates while driving, avoid sud-den steering maneuvers or abruptbraking, reduce vehicle speed, pulloff the road to a safe location andstop the vehicle as soon as possible.Driving with underinflated tires maypermanently damage the tires andincrease the likelihood of tire failure.Serious vehicle damage could occurand may lead to an accident andcould result in serious personal in-jury. Check the tire pressure for allfour tires. Adjust the tire pressure tothe recommended COLD tire pres-sure shown on the Tire and LoadingInformation label to turn the low tirepressure warning light OFF. If thelight still illuminates while driving af-ter adjusting the tire pressure, a tiremay be flat or the TPMS may be mal-functioning. If you have a flat tire, re-pair it as soon as possible. If no tire isflat and all tires are properly inflated,have the vehicle checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

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• When replacing a wheel without theTPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMSwill not function and the low tirepressure warning light will flash forapproximately 1 minute. The light willremain on after 1 minute. Have yourtires replaced and/or TPMS systemreset as soon as possible. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for these services.


• The Genuine NISSAN Emergency TireRepair Sealant or equivalent can beused for temporarily repairing a tire.Do not inject any other tire liquid oraerosol tire sealant into the tires, asthis may cause a malfunction of tirepressure sensors.

• NISSAN recommends using onlyGenuine NISSAN Emergency TireSealant provided with your vehicle.Other tire sealants may damage thevalve stem seal which can cause thetire to lose air pressure. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer as soon as possibleafter using tire repair sealant (formodels equipped with the emer-gency tire puncture repair kit).

REPAIRING FLAT TIRE

WARNING

• After using Genuine NISSAN Emer-gency Tire Sealant to repair a minortire puncture, do not drive the vehicleat speeds faster than 50 mph (80km/h).

• Immediately after using the GenuineNISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant torepair a minor tire puncture, it is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer. The GenuineNISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant can-not permanently seal a puncturedtire. Continuing operation of the ve-hicle without a permanent tire repaircan lead to a crash.

• If you used the Genuine NISSANEmergency Tire Sealant to repair aminor tire puncture, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer to replace theTPMS sensor in addition to repairingor replacing the tire.

• NISSAN recommends using onlyGenuine NISSAN Emergency TireSealant provided with your vehicle.Other tire sealants may damage thevalve stem seal which can cause thetire to lose air pressure.

This vehicle does not have a spare tire. Theemergency tire puncture repair kit (Genu-ine NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant) is sup-plied with the vehicle instead of a spare tire.It can be used to temporarily repair minortire punctures.If possible, have the vehicle towed to a fa-cility that can repair or replace the flat tire.Using the emergency tire puncture repairkit may cause a malfunction of the tirepressure sensor and cause the low tirepressure warning light to illuminate.


CAUTION

• To avoid the emergency tire puncturekit being damaged during storage oruse:– Only use the emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit on your vehicle. Donot use it on other vehicles.

– Only use the kit to inflate the tiresof your vehicle and to check thevehicle’s tire pressure.

– Only plug the compressor into a12-volt DC car power point.

– Keep the kit free of water and dirt.– Do not disassemble or modify the

kit.– Do not drop the kit or allow hard

impacts to the kit.• Do not use the emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit under the followingconditions. It is recommended thatyou visit a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer or professional roadassistance.– when the sealant has passed its

expiration date (shown on the la-bel attached to the bottle)

– when the cut or the puncture isapproximately 0.25 in (6 mm) orlonger

– when the tire sidewall is damaged– when the vehicle has been driven

with extremely low tire pressure– when the tire has come off the in-

side or the outside of the wheel– when the tire wheel is damaged– when two or more tires are flat

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructionsbelow.

Stopping the vehicle1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and

away from traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Park on a level surface and apply theparking brake.

4. Push the P (Park) position switch on theshift lever to the P (Park) position.

5. Turn off the EV system.

6. Raise the hood to warn other traffic andto signal professional road assistancepersonnel that you need assistance.

7. Have all passengers get out of the ve-hicle and stand in a safe place, awayfrom traffic and clear of the vehicle.

WARNING

• Make sure the parking brake is se-curely applied and the vehicle isplaced into the P (Park) position.

• Never repair tires when the vehicle ison a slope, ice or slippery areas. Thisis hazardous.

• Never repair tires if oncoming trafficis close to your vehicle. Wait for pro-fessional road assistance.


Getting emergency tire puncturerepair kitTake out the emergency tire puncture re-pair kit located in the cargo area. The repairkit consists of the following items:

O1 Tire sealant bottle

O2 Air compressor*

O3 Speed restriction sticker* The compressor shape may differ de-pending on the models.

Before using emergency tirepuncture repair kit• If any foreign object (for example, a screw

or nail) is embedded in the tire, do notremove it.

• Check the expiration date of the sealant(shown on the label attached to thebottle). Never use a sealant whose expira-tion date has passed.

Repairing tire

WARNING

Observe the following precautionswhen using the tire repair compound.• Swallowing the compound is dan-

gerous. Immediately drink as muchwater as possible and seek promptmedical assistance.

• Rinse well with lots of water if thecompound comes into contact withskin or eyes. If irritation persists, seekprompt medical attention.

• Keep the repair compound out of thereach of children.

• The emergency repair compoundmay cause a malfunction of the tirepressure sensors and cause the lowtire pressure warning light to illumi-nate. Have the tire pressure sensorreplaced as soon as possible.

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1. Take out the speed restriction stickerfrom the air compressor, then put it in alocation where the driver can see it whiledriving.

CAUTIONDo not put the speed restriction label onthe steering wheel pad, the speedom-eter or the warning light locations.

2. Take the hose O1 and the power plug O2

out of the air compressor. Remove thecap of the bottle holder from the aircompressor.

3. Remove the cap from the tire sealantbottle. Leave the bottle seal intact.Screw the bottle clockwise into thebottle holder to pierce the seal of thebottle.

4. Remove the cap from the tire valve onthe flat tire.

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5. Remove the protective cap OA of thehose and screw the hose securely ontothe tire valve. Make sure that the pres-sure release valve OB is securely tight-ened. Make sure that the air compressorswitch is in the OFF (O) position, andthen insert the power plug into thepower outlet in the vehicle.

6. Push the power switch to the ACC posi-tion. Then turn the compressor switchto the ON (−) position and inflate the tireup to the pressure that is specified onthe Tire and Loading Information labelaffixed to the driver’s side center pillar ifpossible, or to the minimum of 26 psi(180 kPa). Turn the air compressor offbriefly in order to check the tire pressurewith the pressure gauge.If the tire is inflated to higher than thespecified pressure, lower the tire pres-sure by releasing air with the pressurerelease valve.

NOTE:

The compressor tire pressure gaugemay show a pressure reading of 87 psi(600 kPa) for about 30 seconds while in-flating the tire. The pressure gauge is in-dicating the pressure inside the sealantcan. When the sealant has been injectedinto the tire the pressure gauge will dropand indicate actual tire pressure.

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury whileusing the emergency tire puncture re-pair kit:• Securely tighten the compressor

hose to the tire valve. Failure to do socan cause the sealant to spray intothe air and get into your eyes or onthe skin.

• Do not stand directly beside thedamaged tire while it is being in-flated because of the risk of the rup-ture. If there are any cracks or bumps,turn the compressor offimmediately.

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If the tire pressure does not increase to 26psi (180 kPa) within 10 minutes, the tiremay be seriously damaged and the tirecannot be repaired with this tire repairkit. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.7. When the tire pressure is at the specified

amount, turn the air compressor off. Ifthe tire cannot be inflated to the speci-fied amount, the air compressor can beturned off at the minimum of 26 psi (180kPa). Remove the power plug from thepower outlet and quickly remove thehose from the tire valve. Attach the pro-tective cap and valve cap. Properly stowthe emergency tire puncture repair kit inthe cargo area.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury whenstowing the emergency tire puncturerepair kit:• Keep the sealant bottle screwed into

the compressor. Failure to do so cancause the sealant to spray into the airand get into your eyes or on the skin.

8. Immediately drive the vehicle for 10 min-utes or 2 miles (3 km) at a speed below50 mph (80 km/h).

9. After driving, make sure that the aircompressor switch is in the OFF posi-tion, then screw the hose securely ontothe tire valve. Check the tire pressurewith the pressure gauge. Temporary re-pair is completed if the tire pressuredoes not drop.Make sure the pressure is adjusted tothe pressure that is specified on the Tireand Loading Information label beforedriving.

10. If the tire pressure drops, repeat thesteps from 5 to 9. If the pressure dropsagain or under 19 psi (130 kPa), the tirecannot be repaired with this tire re-pair kit. If the tire cannot be repaired,the driver should not drive on it anyfurther. The car should be towed to thenearest dealership.The sealant bottle and hose cannot bereused to repair another punctured tire.It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer to pur-chase replacements.

After repairing tireIt is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for tire repair/replacement as soon as possible.

WARNING

• After using Genuine NISSAN Emer-gency Tire Sealant to repair a minortire puncture, do not drive the vehicleat speeds faster than 50 mph (80km/h).

• Immediately after using GenuineNISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant torepair a minor tire puncture, it is rec-ommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer. The GenuineNISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant can-not permanently seal a puncturedtire. Continuing operation of the ve-hicle without a permanent tire repaircan lead to a crash.

• Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosoltire sealant into the tires, as this maycause a malfunction of the tire pres-sure sensors.

• If you used the Genuine NISSANEmergency Tire Sealant to repair aminor tire puncture, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer to replace theTPMS sensor in addition to repairingor replacing the tire.


• NISSAN recommends using onlyGenuine NISSAN Emergency TireSealant provided with your vehicle.Other tire sealants may damage thevalve stem seal which can cause thetire to lose air pressure.

To start your EV system with a booster bat-tery, the instructions and precautions be-low must be followed.Jump starting provides power to the 12-volt system to allow the electrical systemsto operate. The electrical systems must beoperating to allow the Li-ion battery to becharged. Jump starting does not chargethe Li-ion battery. The Li-ion battery mustbe charged before the vehicle can bedriven.

WARNING

• If done incorrectly, jump starting canlead to a 12-volt battery explosion,resulting in severe injury or death. Itcould also damage your vehicle.

• Explosive hydrogen gas is alwayspresent in the vicinity of the 12-voltbattery. Keep all sparks and flamesaway from the 12-volt battery.

• Do not allow battery fluid to comeinto contact with eyes, skin, clothingor painted surfaces. Battery fluid is acorrosive sulfuric acid solution thatcan cause severe burns. If the fluidcomes into contact with anything,immediately flush the contactedarea with water.

• Keep the 12-volt battery out of thereach of children.

• The booster battery must be rated at12 volt. Use of an improperly ratedbattery can damage your vehicle.

• Whenever working on or near a 12-volt battery, always wear suitableeye protectors (for example, gogglesor industrial safety spectacles) andremove rings, metal bands, or anyother jewelry. Do not lean over the12-volt battery when jump starting.

• Do not attempt to jump start a frozenbattery. It could explode and causeserious injury.

• Your vehicle has an automatic cool-ing fan. It could come on at any time.Keep hands and other objects awayfrom it.

• Always follow the instructions below.Failure to do so could result in dam-age to the DC/DC converter andcause personal injury.

• Do not attempt to perform a jumpstart on the 12-volt battery at thesame time that the Li-ion battery isbeing charged. Doing so may dam-age the vehicle or charging equip-ment and could cause an injury.

JUMP STARTING


CAUTION

LEAF cannot be used as a booster ve-hicle because it cannot supply enoughpower to start a gasoline engine. How-ever, a gasoline engine vehicle can beused to jump start LEAF's 12-volt bat-tery.

1. If the booster battery is in another ve-hicle OB , position the two vehicles (OA )and OB ) to bring their 12-volt batteriesinto close proximity to each other.Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply the parking brake.If the 12-volt battery is discharged, thepower switch cannot be moved fromthe OFF position. Connect the jumpercables to the booster vehicle OB be-fore pushing the power switch.

3. Push the P (Park) position switch toplace the vehicle in the P (Park) position.

4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical sys-tems (headlights, heater, air conditioner,etc.).


6. Ensure vent caps are level and tight.

7. Connect jumper cables in the sequenceas illustrated (O1 → O2 → O3 → O4 ).

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CAUTION

• Always connect positive (+) to posi-tive (+) and negative (−) to bodyground (for example, as illustrated),not to the 12-volt battery.

• Make sure the jumper cables do nottouch moving parts in the motorcompartment and that the cableclamps do not contact any othermetal.

8. Start the engine of the booster vehicleOB .

9. While the booster vehicle OB engine isrunning, place the EV system in theREADY to drive position.

CAUTION

If the system does not start right away,push the power switch to the OFF posi-tion and wait 10 seconds before tryingagain.

10. After starting your EV system, carefullydisconnect the negative cable andthen the positive cable (O4 → O3 → O2

→ O1 ) and keep in the READY to driveposition over 20 minutes to charge the12-volt battery.

11. If necessary, connect the vehicle to acharging station or EVSE (Electric Ve-hicle Supply Equipment) to charge theLi-ion battery. For additional informa-tion, refer to the “Charging” section. Thevehicle cannot be driven until the Li-ionbattery is charged.

12. After jump starting your vehicle it is rec-ommended you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer to have the 12V batterytested.

NOTE:

If it is not possible to turn the system ONby following this procedure, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer immediately.

If the power limitation indicator lightilluminates, the traction motor output islimited resulting in reduced vehicle speed.Stop the vehicle in a safe location beforethe Li-ion battery becomes completely dis-charged and no power is available to drivethe vehicle. Contact Roadside assistance;refer to a NISSAN Warranty InformationBooklet.If possible, place the power switch in theOFF position while waiting for assistance toprevent discharging the 12-volt battery.

NOTE:

If the Li-ion battery becomes completelydischarged:• The vehicle is automatically placed in

the ON position and it will not be pos-sible to switch to the READY to driveposition.

• The vehicle is automatically switchedto the N (Neutral) position and it will notbe possible to drive the vehicle.

IF THE LI-ION BATTERY BECOMESCOMPLETELY DISCHARGED


WARNING

If the vehicle is in the N (Neutral) posi-tion and the Li-ion battery and the 12-volt battery become completely dis-charged, the vehicle cannot be placedin the P (Park) position. If this occurs,place suitable blocks at both the frontand back of a wheel to prevent the ve-hicle from moving. Failure to block awheel may allow the vehicle to moveunexpectedly which may result in seri-ous personal injury or death.

To place the vehicle in the READY to driveposition so the vehicle can be driven,charge the Li-ion battery until the drivingrange on the instrument panel changesfrom “---” to a numeric distance.

NOTE:• Some vibration may occur when the

vehicle is stopped in case the Li-ionbattery becomes completely dis-charged. This is not the malfunction ofthe system.

• If the Li-ion battery is completely dis-charged, it is required to charge untilthe low battery charge warning lightturns off (white) from on (yellow).

Do not attempt to start the system bypushing the vehicle.

CAUTION

An EV cannot be push-started or tow-started. Attempting to do so may causetraction motor damage.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provin-cial in Canada) and local regulations fortowing must be followed.Incorrect towing equipment could dam-age your vehicle. Towing instructions areavailable from a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer. Local service operators are familiarwith the applicable laws and proceduresfor towing. To assure proper towing and toprevent accidental damage to your vehicle,NISSAN recommends that you have a ser-vice operator tow your vehicle. It is advis-able to have the service operator carefullyread the following precautions.

WARNING

• Never ride in a vehicle that is beingtowed.

• Never get under your vehicle after ithas been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTION

• When towing, make sure that the ax-les, steering system and power trainare in working condition. If any unit isdamaged, dollies must be used.

• Always attach safety chains beforetowing.

PUSH STARTING TOWING YOUR VEHICLE


For additional information about towingyour vehicle behind a Recreational Vehicle(RV), refer to “Flat towing” in the “Technicaland consumer information” section of thismanual.

TOWING RECOMMENDED BYNISSANNISSAN recommends that your vehicle betowed with the driving (front) wheels off theground or that the vehicle be placed on aflatbed truck as illustrated.

CAUTION

• Never tow with the front wheels onthe ground or four wheels on theground (forward or backward), asthis may cause serious and expen-sive damage to the motor.

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• When towing this vehicle with therear wheels on the ground (if you donot use towing dollies): Always re-lease the parking brake.

NOTE:

If your vehicle cannot be moved becausethe vehicle cannot be shifted to the N(Neutral) position, please refer to theLEAF Roadside Assistance Guide which islocated at www.NISSANUSA.com. If yourvehicle cannot be moved because theparking brake cannot be released, referto “Parking brake” in the “Starting anddriving” section of this manual.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing astuck vehicle)

WARNING

To avoid vehicle damage, serious per-sonal injury or death when recovering astuck vehicle:• Contact a professional towing ser-

vice to recover the vehicle if you haveany questions regarding the recov-ery procedure.

• Tow chains or cables must be at-tached only to main structural mem-bers of the vehicle.

• Do not use the vehicle tie-downs totow or free a stuck vehicle.

• Only use devices specifically de-signed for vehicle recovery and fol-low the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Always pull the recovery devicestraight out from the front of the ve-hicle. Never pull at an angle.

• Route recovery devices so they donot touch any part of the vehicle ex-cept the attachment point.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,etc., use a tow strap or other device de-signed specifically for vehicle recovery. Al-ways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for the recovery device.

Rocking a stuck vehicleIf the vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,etc., try to free it by following the procedurebelow.1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) system.

2. Make sure the area in front and behindthe vehicle is clear of obstructions.

3. Turn the steering wheel left and right toclear an area around the front tires.

4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward andbackward.• Shift back and forth between the R

(Reverse) and D (Drive) positions.• Apply the accelerator as little as pos-

sible to maintain the rocking motion.• Release the accelerator pedal before

shifting between R (Reverse) and D(Drive).

• Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55km/h).

5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a fewtries, contact a professional towing ser-vice to remove the vehicle.


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7 Appearance and care

Cleaning exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Removing spots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Underbody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3Aluminum alloy wheels (if so equipped) . . . . . . . 7-4Chrome parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4Tire dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Cleaning interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4

Air fresheners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5Floor mats (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6

Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7Most common factors contributing tovehicle corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7Environmental factors influence therate of corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7Protect your vehicle from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . 7-7

In order to maintain the appearance ofyour vehicle, it is important to take propercare of it.To protect the paint surfaces, wash yourvehicle as soon as you can:• After a rainfall to prevent possible dam-

age from acid rain.• After driving on coastal roads.• When contaminants such as soot, bird

droppings, tree sap, metal particles orbugs get on the paint surface.

• When dust or mud builds up on the sur-face.

Whenever possible, store or park your ve-hicle inside a garage or in a covered area.When it is necessary to park outside, park ina shady area or protect the vehicle with abody cover.Be careful not to scratch the paint sur-face when putting on or removing thebody cover.

WASHINGWash dirt off the vehicle with a wet spongeand plenty of water. Clean the vehicle thor-oughly using a mild soap, a special vehiclesoap or general purpose dishwashing liq-uid mixed with clean, lukewarm (never hot)water.

CAUTION

• Do not concentrate water spray di-rectly on the sonar sensors (if soequipped) on the bumper as this willresult in damage to the sensors. Donot use pressure washers capable ofspraying water over 1,200 psi (8,274kPa) to wash your vehicle. Use ofhigh-pressure washers over 1,200 psi(8,274 kPa) can result in damage to orremoval of paint or graphics. Avoidusing a high-pressure washer closerthan 12 inches (30 cm) to the vehicle.Always use a wide-angle nozzle only,keep the nozzle moving and do notconcentrate the water spray on anyone area.

• Do not use car washes that use acidin the detergent. Some car washes,especially brushless ones, use someacid for cleaning. The acid may reactwith some plastic vehicle compo-nents, causing them to crack. Thiscould affect their appearance, andalso could cause them not to func-tion properly. Always check with yourcar wash to confirm that acid is notused.

• Do not wash the vehicle with stronghousehold soap, strong chemical de-tergents, gasoline or solvents.

• Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun-light or while the vehicle body is hot,as the surface may becomewater-spotted.

• Avoid using tight-napped or roughcloths, such as washing mitts. Caremust be taken when removingcaked-on dirt or other foreign sub-stances so the paint surface is notscratched or damaged.

CLEANING EXTERIOR

7-2 Appearance and care

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty ofclean water.Inside flanges, seams and folds on thedoors, hatches and hood are particularlyvulnerable to the effects of road salt. There-fore, these areas must be regularlycleaned. Make sure that the drain holes inthe lower edge of the door are open. Spraywater under the body and in the wheelwells to loosen the dirt and wash awayroad salt.Avoid leaving water spots on the paint sur-face by using a damp chamois to dry thevehicle.

WAXINGRegular waxing protects the paint surfaceand helps retain new vehicle appearance.Polishing is recommended to removebuilt-up wax residue and to avoid a weath-ered appearance before reapplying wax.A NISSAN certified LEAF dealer can assistyou in choosing the proper product.• Wax your vehicle only after a thorough

washing. Follow the instructions suppliedwith the wax.

• Do not use a wax containing any abra-sives, cutting compounds or cleanersthat may damage the vehicle finish.

Machine compound or aggressive polish-ing on a base coat/clear coat paint finishmay dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTSRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,insects, and tree sap as quickly as possiblefrom the paint surface to avoid lastingdamage or staining. Special cleaning prod-ucts are available at a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer or any automotive accessorystores.

UNDERBODYIn areas where road salt is used in winter,the underbody must be cleaned regularly.This will prevent dirt and salt from buildingup and causing the acceleration of corro-sion on the underbody and suspension.Before the winter period and again in thespring, the underseal must be checkedand, if necessary, re-treated.

GLASSUse glass cleaner to remove smoke anddust film from the glass surfaces. It is nor-mal for glass to become coated with a filmafter the vehicle is parked in the hot sun.Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will easilyremove this film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,abrasive cleaners or chlorine-baseddisinfectant cleaners. They could dam-age the electrical conductors, radio an-tenna elements or rear window de-froster elements.

WHEELSWash the wheels when washing the vehicleto maintain their appearance.• Clean the inner side of the wheels when

the wheel is changed or the underside ofthe vehicle is washed.

• Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents orcorrosion. Such damage may cause lossof pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

• NISSAN recommends that the roadwheels be waxed to protect against roadsalt in areas where it is used during win-ter.

CAUTION

Do not use abrasive cleaners whenwashing the wheels.

Appearance and care 7-3

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS (if soequipped)Wash regularly with a sponge dampened ina mild soap solution, especially during win-ter months in areas where road salt is used.Salt could discolor the wheels if not re-moved.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoidstaining or discoloring the wheels:• Do not use a cleaner that uses strong

acid or alkali contents to clean thewheels.

• Do not apply wheel cleaners to thewheels when they are hot. The wheeltemperature should be the same asambient temperature.

• Rinse the wheel to completely re-move the cleaner within 15 minutesafter the cleaner is applied.

CHROME PARTSClean chrome parts regularly with a non-abrasive chrome polish to maintain the fin-ish.

TIRE DRESSINGNISSAN does not recommend the use oftire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply acoating to the tires to help reduce discolor-ation of the rubber. If a tire dressing is ap-plied to the tires, it may react with the coat-ing and form a compound. This compoundmay come off the tire while driving andstain the vehicle paint.If you choose to use a tire dressing, take thefollowing precautions:• Use a water-based tire dressing. The

coating on the tire dissolves more easilywith an oil-based tire dressing.

• Apply a light coat of tire dressing to helpprevent it from entering the tire tread/grooves (where it would be difficult to re-move).

• Wipe off excess tire dressing using a drytowel. Make sure the tire dressing is com-pletely removed from the tire tread/grooves.

• Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-mended by the tire dressing manufac-turer.

Occasionally remove loose dust from theinterior trim, plastic parts and seats using avacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipethe vinyl and leather surfaces (if soequipped) with a clean, soft cloth damp-ened in mild soap solution, then wipe cleanwith a dry soft cloth.Regular care and cleaning is required inorder to maintain the appearance of theleather (if so equipped).Before using any fabric protector, read themanufacturer’s recommendations. Somefabric protectors contain chemicals thatmay stain or bleach the seat material.Use a cloth dampened only with water toclean the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hotsteam cleaners) on the seat. This candamage the seat or occupant classifi-cation sensor (weight sensor). This canalso affect the operation of the air bagsystem and result in serious personalinjury.

CLEANING INTERIOR


CAUTION

• Never use benzine, thinner, or anysimilar material.

• Small dirt particles can be abrasiveand damaging to the leather sur-faces (if so equipped) and should beremoved promptly. Do not use saddlesoap, car waxes, polishes, oils, clean-ing fluids, solvents, detergents orammonia-based cleaners as theymay damage the leather’s naturalfinish.

• Never use fabric protectors unlessrecommended by the manufacturer.

• Do not use glass or plastic cleaner onmeter or gauge lens covers. It maydamage the lens cover.

AIR FRESHENERSMost air fresheners use a solvent thatcould affect the vehicle interior. If you usean air freshener, take the following precau-tions:• Hanging-type air fresheners can cause

permanent discoloration when they con-tact vehicle interior surfaces. Place the airfreshener in a location that allows it tohang free and not contact an interior sur-face.

• Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip onthe vents. These products can cause im-mediate damage and discolorationwhen spilled on interior surfaces.

Carefully read and follow the manufactur-er’s instructions before using air freshen-ers.

FLOOR MATS (if so equipped)WARNING

To avoid potential pedal interferencethat may result in a collision, injury ordeath:• NEVER place a floor mat on top of

another floor mat in the driver frontposition or install them upside downor backwards.

• Use only Genuine NISSAN floor mats,or equivalent floor mats, that arespecifically designed for use in yourvehicle model and model year.

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• Properly position the mats in thefloorwell using the floor mat posi-tioning hook. For additional informa-tion, refer to "Floor mat installation"in this section.

• Make sure the floor mat does not in-terfere with pedal operation.

• Periodically check the floor mats tomake sure they are properlyinstalled.

• After cleaning the vehicle interior,check the floor mats to make surethey are properly installed.

The use of Genuine NISSAN floor mats canextend the life of your vehicle carpet andmake it easier to clean the interior. Matsshould be maintained with regular clean-ing and replaced if they become exces-sively worn.

Floor mat installationYour vehicle is equipped with floor mat po-sitioning hook(s). The number and shape ofthe floor mat positioning hooks for eachseating position varies depending on thevehicle.

When installing Genuine NISSAN floor mats,follow the installation instructions providedwith the mat and the following:1. Position the floor mat in the floorwell so

that the floor mat grommet holes arealigned with the hook(s).

2. Secure the grommet holes into thehook(s) and ensure that the floor mat isproperly positioned.

3. Make sure the floor mat does not inter-fere with pedal operation. With thepower switch in the OFF position, theselector lever in the P (Park) position fullyapply and release all pedals. The floormat must not interfere with pedal op-eration or prevent the pedal from re-turning to its normal position.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for details about in-stalling the floor mats in your vehicle.

The illustration shows the location of floormat positioning hooks.

SEAT BELTSThe seat belts can be cleaned by wipingthem with a sponge dampened in a mildsoap solution. Allow the belts to dry com-pletely in the shade before using them.For additional information, refer to “Seatbelts” in the “Safety—Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint system” section ofthis manual.

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WARNING

Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up inthe retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, orchemical solvents to clean the seatbelts, since these materials may se-verely weaken the seat belt webbing.

MOST COMMON FACTORSCONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLECORROSION• The accumulation of moisture-retaining

dirt and debris in body panel sections,cavities, and other areas.

• Damage to paint and other protectivecoatings caused by gravel and stonechips or minor traffic accidents.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSINFLUENCE THE RATE OFCORROSION

MoistureAccumulation of sand, dirt and water onthe vehicle body underside can acceleratecorrosion. Wet floor coverings will not drycompletely inside the vehicle, and shouldbe removed for drying to avoid floor panelcorrosion.

Relative humidityCorrosion will be accelerated in areas ofhigh relative humidity, especially those ar-eas where the temperatures stay abovefreezing, where atmospheric pollution ex-ists, or where road salt is used.

TemperatureA temperature increase will accelerate therate of corrosion to those parts which arenot well ventilated.

Air pollutionIndustrial pollution, the presence of salt inthe air in coastal areas, or heavy road saltuse will accelerate the corrosion process.Road salt will also accelerate the disinte-gration of paint surfaces.

PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE FROMCORROSION• Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.• Always check for minor damage to the

paint and repair it as soon as possible.• Keep drain holes at the bottom of the

doors open to avoid water accumulation.• Check the underbody for accumulation

of sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash withwater as soon as possible.

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CAUTION

• NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de-bris from the passenger compart-ment by washing it out with a hose.Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

• Never allow water or other liquids tocome in contact with electronic com-ponents inside the vehicle as thismay damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface deicingare extremely corrosive. They acceleratecorrosion and deterioration of underbodycomponents such as the brake lines, brakecables, floor pan and fenders.In winter, the underbody must becleaned periodically.For additional protection against rust andcorrosion, which may be required in someareas, it is recommended that you consulta NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.


8 Maintenance and do-it yourself

Maintenance requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Scheduled maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Where to go for service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2Explanation of maintenance items . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5Motor compartment check locations . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8

Checking coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Changing coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Reduction gear fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10Windshield-washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-1112-volt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14Windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

Rear window wiper blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

Brake pad wear warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18

Motor compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21

Nissan Intelligent Key® battery replacement . . . . 8-22Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24

Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25Fog lights (if so equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25Exterior and interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-26

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-28Tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-28Tire labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-33Types of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-35Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-36Changing wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-37Emergency tire puncture repair kit . . . . . . . . . . 8-39

Your new NISSAN has been designed tohave minimum maintenance require-ments with long service intervals to saveyou both time and money. However, someday-to-day and regular maintenance is es-sential to maintain your NISSAN’s fine me-chanical condition, and its Electric Vehicle(EV) system performance.It is the owner’s responsibility to make surethat the scheduled maintenance, and gen-eral maintenance, is performed.As the vehicle owner, you are the only onewho can ensure that your vehicle receivesthe proper maintenance care. You are avital link in the maintenance chain.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCEFor your convenience, both required andoptional scheduled maintenance itemsare described and listed in your “NISSANService and Maintenance Guide”. You mustrefer to that guide to ensure that neces-sary maintenance is performed on yourNISSAN at regular intervals.

GENERAL MAINTENANCEGeneral maintenance includes those itemswhich should be checked during normalday-to-day operation. They are essentialfor proper vehicle operation. It is your re-

sponsibility to perform these proceduresregularly as prescribed.Performing general maintenance checksrequires minimal mechanical skill and onlya few general automotive tools.These checks or inspections can be doneby yourself, a qualified technician or, if youprefer, a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICEIf maintenance service is required or yourvehicle appears to malfunction, have thesystems checked and serviced. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.NISSAN technicians are well-trained spe-cialists and are kept up-to-date with thelatest service information through techni-cal bulletins, service tips, and in-dealershipinformation systems. They are completelyqualified to work on NISSAN vehicles be-fore work begins.You can be confident that a NISSAN certi-fied LEAF dealer’s service department per-forms the best job to meet the mainte-nance requirements on your vehicle — in areliable and economical way.

During the normal day-to-day operation ofthe vehicle, general maintenance shouldbe performed regularly as prescribed inthis section. If you detect any unusualsounds, vibrations or smell, be sure tocheck for the cause or have a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer do it promptly. In addition,it is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer if you think that re-pairs are required.When performing any checks or mainte-nance work, refer to “Maintenance precau-tions” in this section.

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCEITEMSAdditional information on the followingitems with “*” is found in this section.

Outside vehicleThe maintenance items listed here shouldbe performed from time to time, unlessotherwise specified.Doors and motor hood: Check that alldoors and the motor hood operate prop-erly. Also ensure that all latches lock se-curely. Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins,rollers and links if necessary. Make sure

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8-2 Maintenance and do-it yourself

that the secondary latch keeps the motorhood from opening when the primary latchis released.When driving in areas using road salt orother corrosive materials, check lubrica-tion frequently.Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regularbasis. Make sure that the headlights, stoplights, tail lights, turn signal lights and otherlights are all operating properly and in-stalled securely. Also check the aim of theheadlights.Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-ing the tires, make sure that no wheel nutsare missing, and check for any loose wheelnuts. Tighten if necessary.Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated ev-ery 7,500 miles (12,000 km).Tires*: Check the pressure with a gaugeoften and always prior to long distancetrips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in alltires to the pressure specified. Check care-fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)transmitter components: Replace theTPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve coreand cap when the tires are replaced due towear or age.

Wheel alignment and balance: If the ve-hicle pulls to either side while driving on astraight and level road, or if you detect un-even or abnormal tire wear, there may be aneed for wheel alignment.If the steering wheel or seat vibrates atnormal highway speeds, wheel balancingmay be needed.For additional information regarding tires,refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) inthe Warranty Information Booklet.Windshield: Clean the windshield on aregular basis. Check the windshield at leastevery six months for cracks or other dam-age. Have a damaged windshield repairedby a qualified repair facility.Wiper blades*: Check for cracks or wear ifthey do not wipe properly.

Inside vehicleThe maintenance items listed here shouldbe checked on a regular basis, such aswhen performing scheduled maintenance,cleaning the vehicle, etc.Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal forsmooth operation and make sure that the

pedal does not catch or require uneveneffort. Keep the floor mat away from thepedal.Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smoothoperation. If the brake pedal suddenly goesdown further than normal, the pedal feelsspongy or the vehicle seems to take longerto stop, it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer immediately.Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pullthe vehicle to one side when applied.Electric shift P (Park) position mecha-nism: On a steep hill, check that the vehicleis held securely while the vehicle is in the P(Park) position without applying the brakes.Parking brake: Check the parking brakeoperation regularly. The vehicle should besecurely held on a steep hill with only theparking brake applied. If the parking brakecannot keep a vehicle position, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.Seat: Check seat position controls such asthe seat adjusters, seatback recliners, etc.to ensure that they operate smoothly andthat all latches lock securely in every posi-tion. Check that the head restraints/headrests move up and down smoothly

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and that the locks (if so equipped) holdsecurely in all latched positions.Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seatbelt system (for example, buckles, anchors,adjusters and retractors) operate properlyand smoothly, and are installed securely.Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,wear or damage.Steering wheel: Check for changes in thesteering conditions, such as excessive freeplay, hard steering or strange noises.Warning lights and chimes: Make surethat all warning lights and chimes are op-erating properly.Windshield defroster: Check that the airemits from the defroster outlets properlyand in sufficient quantity when operatingthe heater or air conditioner.Windshield wiper and washer*: Checkthat the wipers and washers operate prop-erly and that the wipers do not streak.

Under hood and vehicleThe maintenance items listed here shouldbe checked periodically.12-volt battery (except for maintenancefree batteries)*: Check the fluid level ineach cell. The fluid should be at the bottom

of the filler opening. Vehicles operated inhigh temperatures or under severe condi-tions require frequent checks of the 12–voltbattery fluid level.

NOTE:


tronic accessories that consume bat-tery power when the EV system is notrunning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVDplayers, etc.)

2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/oronly driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need tobe charged to maintain battery health.Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brakefluid level is between the MAX and MIN lineson the reservoir.Coolant level*: Check the coolant levelwhen the high voltage parts are cold. Makesure that the coolant level is between theMAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle forwater or other fluid leaks after the vehiclehas been parked for a while. Water dripping

from the air conditioner after use is normal.If you should notice any leaks, check forcause and have it corrected immediately.Radiator and hoses: Check the front of theradiator and clean off any dirt, insects,leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.Make sure that the hoses have no cracks,deformation, rot or loose connections.Underbody: The underbody is frequentlyexposed to corrosive substances such asthose used on icy roads or to control dust. Itis very important to remove these sub-stances, otherwise rust will form on thefloor pan and frame. At the end of winter,the underbody should be thoroughlyflushed with plain water, being careful toclean those areas where mud and dirt mayaccumulate. For additional information, re-fer to “Cleaning exterior” in the “Appearanceand care” section of this manual.Windshield-washer fluid*: Check thatthere is an adequate amount of fluid in thereservoir.


When performing any inspection or main-tenance work on your vehicle, always takecare to prevent serious accidental injury toyourself or damage to the vehicle. The fol-lowing are general precautions that shouldbe closely observed.

WARNING

• The EV system uses high voltage upto approximately DC 400 volt. Thesystem can be hot during and afterstarting and when the vehicle is shutoff. Be careful of both the high volt-age and the high temperature. Obeythe labels that are attached to thevehicle.

• Never disassemble, remove or re-place high-voltage parts and cablesas well as their connectors. High-voltage cables are colored orange.

• Disassembling, removing or replac-ing those parts or cables can causesevere burns or electric shock thatmay result in serious injury or death.The vehicle high-voltage system hasno user serviceable parts. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for any necessarymaintenance.

• Park the vehicle on a level surface,apply the parking brake securely andchock the wheels to prevent the ve-hicle from moving. Push the P (Park)position switch on the shift lever orplace the vehicle into the N (Neutral)position.

• If you must work with the EV (ElectricVehicle) system is turned on, keephands, clothing, hair and tools awayfrom moving fans and any othermoving parts.

• Make sure that the power switch is inthe OFF or LOCK position when per-forming any part replacement orrepairs.

• It is advisable to secure or removeany loose clothing and remove anyjewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.before working on your vehicle.

• Always wear eye protection when-ever you work on your vehicle.

• Never get under the vehicle while it issupported only by a jack. If it is nec-essary to work under the vehicle,support it with safety stands.

• Keep smoking materials, flames andsparks away from the 12-volt battery.

CAUTION

• Do not work under the hood whilethe motor compartment is hot. Pushthe power switch in the OFF positionand wait until it cools down.

• Avoid direct contact with used cool-ant. Improperly disposed coolantand/or other vehicle fluids can dam-age the environment. Always con-form to local regulations for the dis-posal of vehicle fluids.

• Never connect or disconnect the bat-tery or any transistorized compo-nent while the power switch is in theON position.

• Your vehicle is equipped with an au-tomatic cooling fan. It may come onat any time without warning, even ifthe power switch is not in the ACC, ONor READY to drive position. To avoidinjury, always disconnect the nega-tive 12-volt battery cable beforeworking near the fan.

• Before performing any electricalmaintenance work on the vehiclesuch as the battery, fuses or bulb re-placement, confirm the following:– The charge connector is removed

from the vehicle.

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS


– The Climate Ctrl. Timer is not ac-tive or operating. For additionalinformation, refer to “Climate Ctrl.Timer” in the “Monitor, climate, au-dio, phone and voice recognitionsystems” section of this manual.

– The 12-volt battery is not beingcharged by the Li-ion battery andthat all charging status indicatorlights are off. For additional infor-mation, refer to “Charging the 12-volt battery” in the “EV overview”section and “Charging status indi-cator lights” in the “Charging” sec-tion of this manual.

• The power switch is in the OFF posi-tion. Place the power switch in the ONposition and then in the OFF positionto prevent the 12-volt battery auto-matically being charged by the Li-ionbattery. For additional information,refer to “Charging the 12-volt bat-tery” in the “EV overview” section ofthis manual.

The “Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” sec-tion gives instructions regarding onlythose items that are relatively easy for anowner to perform.

A Genuine NISSAN Service Manual is alsoavailable. For additional information, referto “Owner’s manual/service manual orderinformation” in the “Technical and con-sumer information” section of this manual.You should be aware that incomplete orimproper servicing may result in operatingdifficulties and could affect your warrantycoverage. If in doubt about any servicing,it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer.


1. Fuse/Fusible link holder

2. Brake fluid reservoir

3. 12-volt battery

4. Fuse holder

5. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir

6. Fuse/Fusible link holder

7. Coolant reservoir cap

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MOTOR COMPARTMENT CHECKLOCATIONS


The cooling system is filled at the factorywith a pre-diluted mixture of 50% GenuineNISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)and 50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosioninhibitors. Additional cooling system addi-tives are not necessary.

WARNING

• Never remove the coolant reservoircap when the motor compartment ishot. Wait until the motor compart-ment cools down.

• The coolant reservoir is equippedwith a pressure type coolant reser-voir cap. To prevent damage to themotor compartment, use only aGenuine NISSAN coolant reservoircap.

CAUTION

• Never use any additives in the cool-ant such as radiator sealer in thecooling system. This may causedamage to electrical equipmentsuch as the motor and inverter.

• When adding or replacing coolant, besure to use only a Genuine NISSANLong Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN LongLife Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-diluted to provide antifreeze protec-tion to −34°F (−37°C) . If additionalfreeze protection is needed due tothe weather conditions where youoperate your vehicle, add GenuineNISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant(blue) concentrate following the di-rections on the container. If anequivalent coolant other than Genu-ine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is used, follow thecoolant manufacture's instructionsto maintain minimum antifreezeprotection to −34°F (−37°C). The useof other types of coolant solutionsother than Genuine NISSAN Long LifeAntifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equiva-lent may damage the coolingsystem.

• The life expectancy of the factory-fillcoolant is 125,000 miles (200,000km) or 15 years. Mixing any other typeof coolant other than GenuineNISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant(blue)(or equivalent coolant), includ-ing Genuine NISSAN Long LifeAntifreeze/Coolant (green), or theuse of non-distilled water may re-duce the life expectancy of thefactory-filled coolant. For additionalinformation, refer to the NISSAN Ser-vice and Maintenance Guide.

COOLING SYSTEM


CHECKING COOLANT LEVELCheck the coolant level in the reservoirwhen the high-voltage parts are cold. Ifthe coolant level is below the MIN level OB ,open the reservoir cap and add coolant upto the MAX level OA . If the reservoir is empty,check the coolant level in the coolant res-ervoir when the high-voltage parts arecold. If there is insufficient coolant in thecoolant reservoir, fill the coolant reservoirwith coolant up to the reservoir cap open-ing and also add it to the reservoir up to theMAX level OA .

Tighten the cap securely after adding cool-ant.For additional information on the locationof the coolant reservoir, refer to “Motorcompartment check locations” in this sec-tion.If the cooling system frequently requirescoolant, it is recommended that you visita NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

CHANGING COOLANTIt is recommended that major cooling sys-tem repairs should be performed by aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer. The serviceprocedures can be found in the appropri-ate NISSAN Service Manual.Improper servicing can result in reducedheater performance.

WARNING

• To avoid the danger of being scalded,never change the coolant when themotor compartment is hot.

• Never remove the coolant reservoircap when the motor compartment ishot. Serious burns could be causedby high-pressure fluid escaping fromthe radiator.

• Avoid direct skin contact with usedcoolant. If skin contact is made, washthoroughly with soap or handcleaner as soon as possible.

• Keep coolant out of reach of childrenand pets.

Coolant must be disposed of properly.Check your local regulations.

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When checking or replacement is required,it is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

CAUTION

• Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF.Do not mix with other fluids.

• Using reduction gear fluid other thanGenuine NISSAN Matic S ATF willcause deterioration in driveabilityand reduction gear durability, andmay damage the reduction gear,which is not covered by the NISSANNew Vehicle Limited Warranty.

For additional brake fluid information, referto “Recommended fluids/lubricants andcapacities” in the “Technical and consumerinformation” section of this manual.

WARNING

• Use only new fluid from a sealed con-tainer. Old, inferior or contaminatedfluid may damage the brake system.The use of improper fluids can dam-age the brake system, and affect thevehicle’s stopping ability.

• Clean the filler cap before removing.• Brake fluid is poisonous and should

be stored carefully in marked con-tainers out of the reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-faces. This will damage the paint. If fluidis spilled, immediately wash the sur-face with water.

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If thefluid is below the MIN line OB or the brakewarning light illuminates, add GenuineNISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid orequivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line OA .If fluid must be added frequently, the sys-tem should be checked. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

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REDUCTION GEAR FLUID BRAKE FLUID


Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoirperiodically. Add windshield-washer fluidwhen the “Low Washer Fluid” message ap-pears on the vehicle information display.For additional information, refer to “Vehicleinformation display warnings and indica-tors” in the “Instruments and controls” sec-tion of this manual.To fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir,lift the cap O1 and pour the windshield-washer fluid into the reservoir opening.

Add a windshield-washer solvent to thereservoir for better cleaning. In the winterseason, add a windshield-washer anti-freeze. Follow the manufacturer’s instruc-tions for the mixture ratio.Refill the reservoir more frequently whendriving conditions require an increasedamount of windshield-washer fluid.Recommended fluid:Genuine NISSAN Windshield-Washer Con-centrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

CAUTION

• Do not substitute antifreeze coolantfor windshield-washer solution. Thismay result in damage to the paint.

• Do not fill the windshield-washerreservoir with windshield-washerfluid concentrates at full strength.Some methyl alcohol basedwindshield-washer fluid concen-trates may permanently stain thegrille if spilled while filling thewindshield-washer reservoir.

• Pre-mix windshield-washer fluidconcentrates with water to themanufacturer’s recommended levelsbefore pouring the fluid into thewindshield-washer reservoir. Do notuse the windshield-washer reservoirto mix the windshield-washer fluidconcentrate and water.

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WINDSHIELD-WASHER FLUID


• Keep the 12-volt battery surface cleanand dry. Clean the 12-volt battery with asolution of baking soda and water.

• Make certain the terminal connectionsare clean and securely tightened.

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12-VOLT BATTERY


NOTE:


tronic accessories that consume bat-tery power when the EV system is notrunning (Phone chargers, GPS, DVDplayers, etc.)

2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/oronly driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need tobe charged to maintain battery health

WARNING

• Do not expose the 12-volt battery toflames or electrical sparks. Hydrogengas generated by the 12-volt batteryis explosive. Do not allow 12-volt bat-tery fluid to contact your skin, eyes,fabrics or painted surfaces. Aftertouching a 12-volt battery or 12-voltbattery cap, do not touch or rub youreyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. Ifthe acid contacts your eyes, skin orclothing, immediately flush with wa-ter for at least 15 minutes and seekmedical attention.

• Do not operate the vehicle if the fluidin the 12-volt battery is low. Low 12-volt battery fluid can cause a higherload on the 12-volt battery which cangenerate heat, reduce battery life,and in some cases lead to anexplosion.

• When working on or near a 12-voltbattery, always wear suitable eyeprotection and remove all jewelry.

• 12-volt battery posts, terminals andrelated accessories contain lead andlead compounds. Wash hands afterhandling.

• Keep the 12-volt battery out of thereach of children. 1. Remove the vent caps with a screw-

driver as shown. Use a cloth to protectthe battery case.

2. Check the fluid level in each cell. If it isnecessary to add fluid, add only distilledwater to bring the level up to the bottomof the filler opening. Do not overfill. Re-install the vent caps.

Vehicles operated in high temperatures orunder severe conditions require frequentchecks of the 12-volt battery fluid level.

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JUMP STARTINGJump starting provides power to the 12 voltsystem to allow the electrical systems tooperate. The electrical systems must beoperating to allow the Li-ion battery to becharged. Jump starting does not charge

the Li-ion battery. The Li-ion battery mustbe charged before the vehicle can bedriven.For additional information, refer to “Jumpstarting” in the “In case of emergency” sec-tion of this manual. If the power switchdoes not switch to the READY to drive posi-tion by jump starting, the 12-volt batterymay have to be replaced. It is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

CLEANINGIf your windshield is not clear after usingthe windshield washer or if a wiper bladechatters when running, wax or other mate-rial may be on the blade or windshield.Clean the outside of the windshield with awasher solution or a mild detergent. Yourwindshield is clean if beads do not formwhen rinsing with clear water.Clean each blade by wiping it with a clothsoaked in a washer solution or a mild de-tergent. Then rinse the blade with clear wa-ter. If your windshield is still not clear aftercleaning the blades and using the wiper,replace the blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades candamage the windshield and impairdriver vision.

REPLACINGReplace the wiper blades if they are worn.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES


Pulling up the wiper armThe wiper arm should be in the up positionwhen replacing the wiper.Pull up the wiper arm manually or using thewiper rise-up function (if so equipped).Wiper rise-up function (if so equipped)

To pull up the wiper arm, pull the lever O1

within 1 minute after the power switch isturned off. The wiper operation stops inmid-operation and wiper arm can bepulled up.To lower the wiper arm, place the wiperarm in the down position and then pushthe lever O2 up once after the power switchis turned on.

CAUTION

Do not operate the windshield wiperwhile arm is pulled up. The wiper arm orhood may be damaged.

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Replacing1. Push the release tab OA , and move the

wiper blade down the wiper arm OB

while pushing the release tab to remove.

2. Insert the new wiper blade onto thewiper arm until a click sounds.

3. Rotate the wiper blade so that thedimple is in the groove.

CAUTION

• After wiper blade replacement, re-turn the wiper arm to its original po-sition; otherwise it may be damagedwhen the hood is opened.

• Make sure the wiper blades contactthe glass; otherwise the arm may bedamaged from wind pressure. Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle OA .

This may cause improper windshieldwasher operation. If the nozzle is clogged,remove any objects with a needle or smallpin OB . Be careful not to damage thenozzle.

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REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADEIt is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer if checking or replace-ment is required.

If the brakes do not operate properly, havethe brakes checked. It is recommendedthat you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.

WARNING

Do not adjust the height of the brakepedal. Doing so could alter the effec-tiveness of the brakes, which could re-sult in a serious accident and personalinjury. If adjustment is required, it isrecommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNINGThe disc brake pads have audible wearwarnings. When a brake pad requires re-placement, it will make a high pitchedscraping sound when the vehicle is in mo-tion. This scraping sound will first occuronly when the brake pedal is depressed.After more wear of the brake pad, thesound will always be heard even if thebrake pedal is not depressed. Have thebrakes checked as soon as possible if thewear warning sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions,occasional brake squeak, squeal or othernoise may be heard. Occasional brakenoise during light to moderate stops is nor-mal and does not affect the function orperformance of the brake system.Proper brake inspection intervals shouldbe followed. For additional information, re-fer to the maintenance log section of yourNISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide.

BRAKES


MOTOR COMPARTMENTWARNING

• Never touch, disassemble, remove orreplace the high-voltage parts andcables, as well as their connectors.High-voltage cables are colored or-ange. Touching, disassembling, re-moving or replacing those parts andcables can cause severe burns orelectric shock that may result in seri-ous injury or death.

• Never use a fuse of a higher or loweramperage rating than that specifiedon the fuse box cover. This coulddamage the electrical system orelectronic control units or cause afire.

If any electrical equipment does not oper-ate, check for an open fuse.1. Confirm that the power switch and the

headlight switch are turned off.

2. Open the hood.

3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holdercover by pushing the tab and lifting thecover from the right side, and then theleft side.

4. Locate the fuse that needs to bereplaced.

5. Remove the fuse using the fuse pullerlocated in the passenger compartmentfuse box.

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FUSES


6. If the fuse is open OA , replace it with anew fuse OB .

7. If a new fuse also opens, have the electri-cal system checked, and if necessary, re-paired. It is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thisservice.

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Fusible linksIf any electrical equipment does not oper-ate and the fuses are in good condition,check the fusible links in the holders O1 , O2

and O3 . If any of these fusible links aremelted, replace only with Genuine NISSANparts.For checking and replacing the fusible linksin the holders O1 , O2 and O3 , it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer for this service.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

WARNING

Never use a fuse of a higher or loweramperage rating than that specified onthe fuse box cover. This could damagethe electrical system or electronic con-trol units or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not oper-ate, check for an open fuse.1. Make sure that the power switch and the

headlight switch are turned off.

2. Insert a screwdriver wrapped with thecloth OC into the slit O1 .Use a cloth OC to protect the fuse boxcover.

3. Then pull to remove the fuse box coverO2 .

4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller O3 .

5. If the fuse is open OA , replace it with anew fuse OB .

6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec-trical system checked, and if necessaryrepaired. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forthis service.

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Extended storage switchIf any electrical equipment does not oper-ate, remove the extended storage switchand check for an open fuse.

NOTE:

The extended storage switch is used forlong term vehicle storage. Even if the ex-tended storage switch is broken it is notnecessary to replace it. Replace only theopen fuse in the switch with a new one.

How to replace the extended storageswitch:1. To remove the extended storage switch,

be sure the power switch is in the OFFposition.

2. Be sure the headlight switch is in theOFF position.

3. Remove the fuse box cover.

4. Pinch the locking tabs O1 and O2 foundon each side of the storage switch.

5. Pull the storage switch straight out fromthe fuse box O3 .

CAUTION

• Be careful not to allow children toswallow the battery and removedparts.

• An improperly disposed battery canharm the environment. Always con-firm local regulations for batterydisposal.

• When changing batteries, do not letdust or oil get on the components.

• There is danger of explosion if thelithium battery is incorrectly re-placed. Replace only with the sameor equivalent type.LDI3205

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® BATTERYREPLACEMENT


Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key asfollows:1. Remove the mechanical key from the

Intelligent Key.

2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slit ofthe corner and twist it to separate theupper part from the lower part. Use acloth to protect the casing.

3. Replace the battery with a new one.Recommended battery:CR2025 or equivalent• Do not touch the internal circuit and

electric terminals as doing so couldcause a malfunction.

• Hold the battery by the edges. Holdingthe battery across the contact pointswill seriously deplete the storage ca-pacity.

• Make sure that the � side faces thebottom of the case.

4. Align the tips of the upper and lowerparts O1 , and then push them togetherO2 until it is securely closed.

5. Operate the buttons to check that it isfunctioning properly.

It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.FCC Notice:For USA:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and

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(2) this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:


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LIGHTS


1. Headlight assembly

2. Map light

3. Room light

4. High-mounted stop light

5. Rear combination light

6. Door mirror turn signal light (if soequipped)

7. Cargo light

8. License plate light

9. Fog light (if so equipped)Fog may temporarily form inside the lensof the exterior lights in the rain or in a carwash. A temperature difference betweenthe inside and the outside of the lenscauses the fog. This is not a malfunction. Iflarge drops of water collect inside the lens,it is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

HEADLIGHTSIf headlight bulb replacement is required, itis recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

Replacing the LED headlight bulb(if so equipped)If LED headlight bulb replacement is neces-sary, it is recommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this ser-vice.

Replacing the halogen headlightbulb (if so equipped)The headlight is a semi-sealed beam typethat uses a headlight (halogen) bulb. If bulbreplacement is required, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer.

CAUTION

• Do not leave the bulb out of the head-light reflector for a long period oftime. Dust, moisture, smoke, etc. en-tering the headlight body may affectbulb performance

• High-pressure halogen gas is sealedinside the halogen bulb. The bulbmay break if the glass envelope isscratched or the bulb is dropped.

• Only touch the base when handlingthe bulb. Never touch the glass enve-lope. Touching the glass envelopecould significantly affect bulb lifeand/or headlight performance.

• Aiming is not necessary after replac-ing the bulb. When aiming adjust-ment is necessary, it is recom-mended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer for this service.

• Fog may temporarily form inside thelens of the exterior lights in the rainor in a car wash. A temperature dif-ference between the inside and theoutside of the lens causes the fog. Iflarge drops of water collect insidethe lens, it is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Use the same number and wattage asoriginally installed as shown in the chart.

FOG LIGHTS (if so equipped)For additional information on fog light bulbreplacement, refer to the instruction out-lined in this section


Replacing the fog light bulbIf fog light bulb replacement is required, it isrecommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-tified LEAF dealer for this service.

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS

Item Wattage (W) Bulb No.Headlight assembly (Type A) (if so equipped)*

High* 60 HB3Low* 55 H11Park/Turn signal* 28/8 7444NASide marker* — —

Headlight assembly (Type B) (if so equipped)*High* — —Low* — —Daytime running (if so equipped)* — —Park/Turn signal* 28/8 7444NASide marker* — —

Front fog light (if so equipped)* 35 H8Charge port lid light* — —Rear combination light

Turn signal 21 WY21WStop/Tail* — —Back-up 16 W16WSide marker* — —

License plate light* 5 W5WMap light* — —Door mirror turn signal light (if so equipped)* — —High-mounted stop light* — —Vanity mirror light* 1.8 —Glove box light* 1.4 —Room light* 8 —Cargo light 5 W5W

* It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for replacement.

NOTE:

Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for thelatest information about parts.


Replacement proceduresAll other lights are either type A, B, C, D or E.When replacing a bulb, first remove the lensand/or cover.

: REMOVE

: INSTALL

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1. Remove the rear combination attach-ment bolts O1 .

2. Pull the rear combination assembly asshown in the illustration O2 .

3. Turn the bulb sockets and then removethe bulbs O3 .

If you have a flat tire, refer to “Flat tire” inthe “In case of emergency” section.

TIRE PRESSURE

Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)

WARNING

Radio waves could adversely affectelectric medical equipment. Those whouse a pacemaker should contact theelectric medical equipment manufac-turer for the possible influences beforeuse.

This vehicle is equipped with the TirePressure Monitoring System (TPMS).It monitors tire pressure of all tires.When the low tire pressure warninglight is lit, and the “Tire Pressure Low -Add Air” warning appears on the ve-hicle information display, one ormore of your tires is significantlyunder-inflated.

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WHEELS AND TIRES


The TPMS will activate only when thevehicle is driven at speeds above 16mph (25 km/h). Also, this systemmay not detect a sudden drop in tirepressure (for example a flat tire whiledriving).For additional information, refer to“Low tire pressure warning light” inthe “Instruments and controls” sec-tion, “Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-tem (TPMS)” in the “Starting and driv-ing” section and “Tire PressureMonitoring System (TPMS)” in the “Incase of emergency” section of thismanual.

Tire inflation pressureCheck the pressure of the tires oftenand always prior to long distancetrips. The recommended tire pres-sure specifications are shown on theF.M.V.S.S/C.M.V.S.S certification labelor Tire and Loading Information la-bel under the “Cold Tire Pressure”

heading. The Tire and Loading Infor-mation label is affixed to the driverside center pillar. Tire pressuresshould be checked regularly be-cause:• Most tires naturally lose air over

time.• Tires can lose air suddenly when

driven over potholes or other ob-jects or if the vehicle strikes a curbwhile parking.

The tire pressures should bechecked when the tires are cold. Thetires are considered COLD after thevehicle has been parked for 3 ormore hours, or driven less than 1 mile(1.6 km) at moderate speeds.The TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire Alertalso provides visual and audible sig-nals outside the vehicle for inflatingthe tires to the recommended COLDtire pressure. For additional informa-tion, refer to “TPMS with Easy-Fill Tire

Alert” in the “Starting and driving”section of this manual.Incorrect tire pressure, includingunder inflation, may adversely af-fect tire life and vehicle handling.

WARNING

• Improperly inflated tires canfail suddenly and cause anaccident.


• The Gross Vehicle Weight rating(GVWR) is located on theF.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S certificationlabel. The vehicle weight capac-ity is indicated on the Tire andLoading Information label. Donot load your vehicle beyondthis capacity. Overloading yourvehicle may result in reducedtire life, unsafe operating condi-tions due to premature tire fail-ure, or unfavorable handlingcharacteristics and could alsolead to a serious accident. Load-ing beyond the specified capac-ity may also result in failure ofother vehicle components.

• Before taking a long trip, orwhenever you heavily loadyour vehicle, use a tire pressuregauge to ensure that the tirepressures are at the specifiedlevel.

• For additional information re-garding tires, refer to “Impor-tant Tire Safety Information”(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-tion” (Canada) in the WarrantyInformation Booklet.


Tire and Loading InformationlabelO1 Seating capacity: The maximumnumber of occupants that can beseated in the vehicle.

O2 Original size: The size of the tiresoriginally installed on the vehicle atthe factory.

O3 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tiresto this pressure when the tires arecold. Tires are considered COLD af-

ter the vehicle has been parked for 3or more hours, or driven less than 1mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds.The recommended cold tire inflationis set by the manufacturer to pro-vide the best balance of tire wear,vehicle handling, driveability, tirenoise, etc., up to the vehicle’s GVWR.

O4 Tire size — refer to “Tire labeling” inthis section.

O5 Spare tire size or compact sparetire size (if so equipped)

O6 Vehicle load limit: For additionalinformation, refer to “Vehicle loadinginformation” in the “Technical andconsumer information” section ofthis manual.

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Checking tire pressure1. Remove the valve stem cap from

the tire.

2. Press the pressure gauge se-curely onto the valve stem. Do notpress too hard or force the valvestem sideways, otherwise air willescape. If the hissing sound of airescaping from the tire is heardwhile checking the pressure, re-position the gauge to eliminatethis leakage.

3. Remove the gauge.

4. Read the tire pressure on thegauge stem and compare it tothe specification shown on theTire and Loading Informationlabel.

5. Add air to the tire as necessary. Iftoo much air is added, press thecore of the valve stem briefly withthe tip of the gauge stem to re-lease pressure. Recheck the pres-sure and add or release air asnecessary.

6. Install the valve stem cap.

7. Check the pressure of all of thetires.

SIZE COLD TIREINFLATIONPRESSURE

FrontOriginalTire

P205/55R16 89HP215/50R1790V

250 kPa,36 PSI

RearOriginalTire

P205/55R16 89HP215/50R1790V

250 kPa,36 PSI

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TIRE LABELINGFederal law requires tire manufac-turers to place standardized infor-mation on the sidewall of all tires.This information identifies and de-scribes the fundamental character-istics of the tire and also provides thetire identification number (TIN) forsafety standard certification. The TINcan be used to identify the tire incase of a recall.

O1 Tire size (example: P215/60R1694H)1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is de-

signed for passenger vehicles.(Not all tires have this information.)

2. Three-digit number (215): Thisnumber gives the width in milli-meters of the tire from sidewalledge to sidewall edge.

3. Two-digit number (60): This num-ber, known as the aspect ratio,gives the tire’s ratio of height towidth.

4. R: The “R” stands for radial.

5. Two-digit number (16): This num-ber is the wheel or rim diameter ininches.

6. Two- or three-digit number (94):This number is the tire’s load in-dex. It is a measurement of howmuch weight each tire can sup-port. You may not find this infor-mation on all tires because it isnot required by law.

7. H: Tire speed rating. You shouldnot drive the vehicle faster thanthe tire speed rating.

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O2 TIN (Tire Identification Number)for a new tire (example: DOT XX XXXXX XXXX)1. DOT: Abbreviation for the “Depart-

ment of Transportation”. The sym-bol can be placed above, below orto the left or right of the Tire Iden-tification Number.

2. Two-digit code: Manufacturer’sidentification mark

3. Two-digit code: Tire size

4. Three-digit code: Tire type code(Optional)

5. Four numbers represent theweek and year the tire was built.For example, the numbers 3103means the 31st week of 2003. Ifthese numbers are missing, thenlook on the other sidewall of thetire.

O3 Tire ply composition and materialThe number of layers or plies ofrubber-coated fabric in the tire.Tire manufacturers also must indi-cate the materials in the tire, whichinclude steel, nylon, polyester, andothers.

O4 Maximum permissible inflationpressureThis number is the greatest amountof air pressure that should be put inthe tire. Do not exceed the maximumpermissible inflation pressure.

O5 Maximum load ratingThis number indicates the maxi-mum load in kilograms and poundsthat can be carried by the tire. Whenreplacing the tires on the vehicle, al-ways use a tire that has the sameload rating as the factory installedtire.

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Example


O6 Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”Indicates whether the tire requiresan inner tube (“tube type”) or not(“tubeless”).

O7 The word “radial”The word “radial” is shown, if the tirehas radial structure.

O8 Manufacturer or brand nameManufacturer or brand name isshown.Other tire-related terminology:In addition to the many terms thatare defined throughout this section,Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) thesidewall that contains a whitewall,bears white lettering or bearsmanufacturer, brand and/or modelname molding that is higher ordeeper than the same molding onthe other sidewall of the tire, or (2)the outward facing sidewall of anasymmetrical tire that has a particu-

lar side that must always face out-ward when mounted on a vehicle.

TYPES OF TIRES

WARNING

• When changing or replacing tires, besure all four tires are of the same type(Example: Summer, All Season orSnow) and construction. A NISSANcertified LEAF dealer may be able tohelp you with information about tiretype, size, speed rating andavailability.

• Always use tires of the same type,size, brand, construction and treadpattern on all four wheels. Failure todo so may result in a circumferencedifference between tires on the frontand rear axles which can cause theVDC system to malfunction resultingin personal injury or death, excessivetie wear and may damage the trans-mission and differential gears.

• Replacement tires may have a lowerspeed rating than the factoryequipped tires, and may not matchthe potential maximum vehiclespeed. Never exceed the maximumspeed rating of the tire.


• For additional information regardingtires, refer to “Important Tire SafetyInformation” (US) or “Tire Safety In-formation” (Canada) in the WarrantyInformation Booklet.

All season tiresNISSAN specifies all season tires on somemodels to provide good performance allyear, including snowy and icy road condi-tions. All Season tires are identified by ALLSEASON and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) onthe tire sidewall. Snow tires have bettersnow traction than All Season tires andmay be more appropriate in some areas.

Summer tiresNISSAN specifies summer tires on somemodels to provide superior performanceon dry roads. Summer tire performance issubstantially reduced in snow and ice.Summer tires do not have the tire tractionrating M&S on the tire sidewall.


If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowyor icy conditions, NISSAN recommends theuse of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on allfour wheels.

Snow tiresIf snow tires are needed, it is necessary toselect tires equivalent in size and load rat-ing to the original equipment tires. If you donot, it can adversely affect the safety andhandling of your vehicle.Generally, snow tires will have lower speedratings than factory equipped tires andmay not match the potential maximumvehicle speed. Never exceed the maximumspeed rating of the tire.If you install snow tires, they must be thesame size, brand, construction and treadpattern on all four wheels.For additional traction on icy roads, stud-ded tires may be used. However, some U.S.states and Canadian provinces prohibittheir use. Check local, state and provinciallaws before installing studded tires. Skidand traction capabilities of studded snowtires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorerthan that of non-studded snow tires.

TIRE CHAINSUse of tire chains may be prohibited ac-cording to location. Check the local lawsbefore installing tire chains. When installingtire chains, make sure they are the propersize for the tires on your vehicle and areinstalled according to the chain manufac-turer’s suggestions.Use only SAE Class S chains. Class “S”chains are used on vehicles with restrictedtire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that canuse Class “S” chains are designed to meetthe SAE standard minimum clearances be-tween the tire and the closest vehicle sus-pension or body component required toaccommodate the use of a winter tractiondevice (tire chains or cables). The minimumclearances are determined using the fac-tory equipped tire size. Other types maydamage your vehicle.Use chain tensioners when recommendedby the tire chain manufacturer to ensure atight fit. Loose end links of the tire chainmust be secured or removed to preventthe possibility of whipping action damageto the fenders or underbody. If possible,avoid fully loading your vehicle when usingtire chains. In addition, drive at a reducedspeed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be

damaged and/or vehicle handling andperformance may be adversely affected.Tire chains must be installed only on thefront wheels and not on the rear wheels.Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Drivingwith tire chains in such conditions cancause damage to the various mechanismsof the vehicle due to some overstress.


CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRESTire rotationNISSAN recommends rotating thetires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).As soon as possible, tighten thewheel nuts to the specified torqueusing a torque wrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:83 ft-lb (113 N·m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tight-ened to the specification at alltimes. It is recommended thatwheel nuts be tightened to thespecification at each tire rotationinterval.

WARNING

• After rotating the tires, checkand adjust the tire pressure.

• Retighten the wheel nuts whenthe vehicle has been driven for600 miles (1,000 km) (also incases of a flat tire, etc.).


Tire wear and damage�1 Wear indicator

�2 Wear indicator location mark

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WARNING

• Tires should be periodically in-spected for wear, cracking,bulging or objects caught inthe tread. If excessive wear,cracks, bulging or deep cutsare found, the tire(s) should bereplaced.

• The original tires have built-intread wear indicators. Whenwear indicators are visible, thetire(s) should be replaced.

• Tires degrade with age anduse. Have tires, over 6 years oldchecked by a qualified techni-cian, because some tire dam-age may not be obvious. Re-place the tires as necessary toprevent tire failure and pos-sible personal injury.


Replacing wheels and tiresWhen replacing a tire, use the same size,tread design, speed rating and load carry-ing capacity as originally equipped. For ad-ditional information, refer to “Specifica-tions” in the “Technical and consumerinformation” section of this manual for rec-ommended types and sizes of tires andwheels.

WARNING

• The use of tires other than those rec-ommended or the mixed use of tiresof different brands, construction(bias, bias-belted or radial), or treadpatterns can adversely affect theride, braking, handling, Vehicle Dy-namic Control (VDC) system, groundclearance, body-to-tire clearance,tire chain clearance, speedometercalibration, headlight aim and bum-per height. Some of these effectsmay lead to accidents and could re-sult in serious personal injury.

• If your vehicle was originallyequipped with four tires that werethe same size and you are only re-placing two of the four tires, installthe new tires on the rear axle. Placingnew tires on the front axle may causeloss of vehicle control in some drivingconditions and cause an accidentand personal injury.


• If the wheels are changed for anyreason, always replace with wheelswhich have the same off-set dimen-sion. Wheels of a different off-setcould cause premature tire wear, de-grade vehicle handling characteris-tics, affect the VDC system and/or in-terference with the brake discs. Suchinterference can lead to decreasedbraking efficiency and/or early brakepad/shoe wear. For additional infor-mation on wheel-off set dimensions,refer to “Wheels and tires” in the“Technical and consumer informa-tion” section of this manual.

• When replacing a wheel without theTPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMSwill not function when a wheel is re-placed, the TPMS will not functionand the low tire pressure warninglight will flash for approximately 1minute. The light will remain on after1 minute. It is recommended that youvisit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealerfor this service.


• The TPMS sensor may be damaged ifit is not handled correctly. Be carefulwhen handling the TPMS sensor.

• When replacing the TPMS sensor, theID registration may be required. It isrecommended that you visit aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer for IDregistration.

• Do not use a valve stem cap that isnot specified by NISSAN. The valvestem cap may become stuck.

• Be sure that the valve stem caps arecorrectly fitted. Otherwise the valvemay be clogged up with dirt andcause a malfunction or loss ofpressure.

• Do not install a damaged or de-formed wheel or tire even if it hasbeen repaired. Such wheels or tirescould have structural damage andcould fail without warning.

• The use of retread tire is notrecommended.

• For additional information regardingtires, refer to “Important Tire SafetyInformation” (US) or “Tire Safety In-formation” (Canada) in the WarrantyInformation Booklet.

Wheel balanceUnbalanced wheels may affect vehiclehandling and tire life. Even with regular use,wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,they should be balanced as required.Wheel balance service should be per-formed with the wheels off the vehicle.Spin balancing the wheels on the vehiclecould lead to mechanical damage.For additional information regarding tires,refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) inthe Warranty Information Booklet.

Care of wheelsFor additional information on care ofwheels, refer to “Cleaning exterior” in the“Appearance and care” section of thismanual.

EMERGENCY TIRE PUNCTUREREPAIR KITThe emergency tire puncture repair kit(Emergency Tire Sealant) is supplied withthe vehicle instead of a spare tire. It can beused to temporarily repair minor tire punc-tures.


If possible, have the vehicle towed to a fa-cility that can repair or replace the flat tire.Using the emergency tire puncture repairkit may cause a malfunction of the tirepressure sensor and cause the low tirepressure warning light to illuminate.For additional information, refer to “Flat tire”in the “In case of emergency” section of thismanual.


9 Technical and consumer information

Recommended fluids/lubricants andcapacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Air conditioning system refrigerant andlubricant recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4Charging system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5

When traveling or registering in anothercountry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6Vehicle identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7Vehicle identification number(chassis number) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7Traction motor serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S Certification label . . . . . . . . . . 9-8Emission control information label . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8Tire and Loading Information label . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9Air conditioner specification label . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9

Installing front license plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10Vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13

Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14Flat towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14

Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14Traction AA, A, B and C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15Temperature A, B and C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15

Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15Telematics overview (models with NavigationSystem) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-16Telematic Control Unit Gen2K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-18Event Data Recorders (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20

Additional Data Recording (on vehiclesequipped with optional ProPILOTAssist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20

Owner's Manual/Service Manual orderinformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21Charging information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22Cold tire pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the proceduredescribed in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

Fluid typeCapacity (approximate)

Recommended Fluids/LubricantsMetricMeasure

USMeasure

ImperialMeasure

Cooling systemcoolant

With reservoir 5.3 L 5-5/8 qt 4-5/8 qt • Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) orequivalentReservoir 0.5 L 1/2 qt 1/2 qt

Reduction gear fluid 1.4 L 1-1/2 qt 1-1/4 qt

• Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF• Using reduction gear fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF

will cause deterioration in driveability and reduction gear durability,and may damage the reduction gear, which is not covered by theNISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Brake fluidRefill to the proper level according to the in-

structions in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section.

• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid* or equivalent DOT 3*: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN certified LEAFdealer.

Multi-purpose grease — — — • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant — — —• HFC-134a (R-134a)• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner specification

label” in this section.

Air conditioning system lubricants — — —

• With heater pump use NISSAN A/C System Oil ND-OIL11 or equiva-lent.

• Without heater pump use NISSAN A/C System Oil AE10 or equiva-lent.

Windshield washer fluid (US) 2.5 L 5/8 gal 1/2 gal • Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze fluid or equivalentWindshield washer fluid (Canada) 4.5 L 1–1/4 gal 1 gal

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES

9-2 Technical and consumer information

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMREFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATIONSThe air conditioning system in yourNISSAN vehicle must be charged with therefrigerant, HFC-134a (R-134a), and thecompressor oil, ND-OIL11 (with heaterpump), AE10 (without heater pump) orthe equivalent.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or oilwill cause severe damage to the airconditioning system and will requirethe replacement of all air conditionersystem components.

The refrigerant, HFC-134a (R-134a), in yourNISSAN vehicle will not harm the earth’sozone layer. Although this refrigerant doesnot affect the earth’s atmosphere, certaingovernmental regulations require the re-covery and recycling of any refrigerant dur-ing automotive air conditioning systemservice. A NISSAN certified LEAF dealer has

the trained technicians and equipmentneeded to recover and recycle your air con-ditioning system refrigerant.It is recommended that you visit a NISSANcertified LEAF dealer when servicing yourair conditioning system.

Technical and consumer information 9-3

CHARGING SYSTEMRated input voltage AC120V, 240V (single phase)Rated input frequency 60HzMaximum rated current 30A

Charging modes/Types of connectionMode 2/ Case B (EVSE)Mode 3/ Case B/C (charging device, public charging station)Mode 4/ Case C (Quick charge, V2X charge/dischargeif so equipped)

Required installation (over current protection)The methods of protection against over current and over voltage shall be inaccordance with national codes. Suitable over current protection devices forthe wiring of houses or buildings shall be installed.

IP Degree IP44: When the Genuine NISSAN EVSE is connected to the charging portOperating temperature Same as vehicle operating temperatureStorage temperature Same as vehicle storage temperature

Applicable standards

SAE J1772: 2010EN61851-1: 2011EN61851-21: 2002IEC61851-1: 2010IEC61851-21: 2001

EN61000-6-1: 2007EN61000-6-3: 2007

Adapters Do not use an extension cable or electrical adaptor except for Genuine NISSANAdapter.

SPECIFICATIONS


MOTOR

Model EM57

WHEELS AND TIRES

Road wheel

Type Size Offset in(mm)

Steel 16 × 6 1/2JJ 1.57 (40)Aluminum 16 × 6 1/2J 1.57 (40)Aluminum 17 × 6 1/2J 1.77 (45)

Tire

Tire SizeAll season P205/55R16 89HAll season P215/50R17 90V


DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTSOverall length in (mm) 176.4 (4,480)Overall length W/Lic Plate in (mm) 176.8 (4,490)Overall width in (mm) 70.5 (1,790)Overall width W/OS Mirrors in (mm) 79.9 (2,029)Overall height (Roof, 40 kWh Battery Model) 16 inch wheels in (mm) 60.6 (1,540)

17 inch wheels in (mm) 60.8 (1,545)Overall height (Roof, 62 kWh Battery Model) 16 inch wheels in (mm) 61.0 (1,550)

17 inch wheels in (mm) 61.2 (1,555)Overall height (Antenna, 40 kWh Battery Model) 16 inch wheels in (mm) 61.5 (1,561)

17 inch wheels in (mm) 61.7 (1,567)Overall height (Antenna, 62 kWh Battery Model) 16 inch wheels in (mm) 61.6 (1,565)

17 inch wheels in (mm) 62.0 (1,575)Front track 16 inch wheels in (mm) 60.6 (1,540)

17 inch wheels in (mm) 60.2 (1,530)Rear track 16 inch wheels in (mm) 61.2 (1,555)

17 inch wheels in (mm) 60.8 (1,545)Wheelbase in (mm) 106.3 (2,700)Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) lbs. (kg) Refer to the F.M.V.S.S. or C.M.V.S.S. certifi-

cation label on the driver’s side centerpillar.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Front lbs. (kg)Rear lbs. (kg)


When planning to travel in another coun-try, you should first find out if the chargingequipment is compatible with that coun-try's electrical system.When transferring the registration ofyour vehicle to another country, state,province or district, it may be necessaryto modify the vehicle to meet local lawsand regulations.The laws and regulations for motor vehiclesafety standards vary according to thecountry, state, province or district; there-fore, vehicle specifications may differ.When any vehicle is to be taken into an-other country, state, province or districtand registered, its modifications, trans-portation, and registration are the re-sponsibility of the user. NISSAN is not re-sponsible for any inconvenience thatmay result.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(VIN) PLATEThe vehicle identification number plate isattached as shown. This number is theidentification for your vehicle and is used inthe vehicle registration.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(chassis number)The vehicle identification number is lo-cated as shown.Remove the cover to access the number.

LVT0001X LTI2416

WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERINGIN ANOTHER COUNTRY

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION


TRACTION MOTOR SERIALNUMBERThe serial number of the traction motor isstamped on the traction motor as shown.

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S CERTIFICATIONLABELThe Federal/Canadian Motor VehicleSafety Standards (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certi-fication label is affixed as shown. This labelcontains valuable vehicle information, suchas: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR),Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), monthand year of manufacture, Vehicle Identifi-cation Number (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

EMISSION CONTROLINFORMATION LABELThe emission control information label isattached to the underside of the hood asshown in the illustration.

LTI2419 LVT0003X LTI2321


TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATIONLABELThe cold tire pressure is shown on the Tireand Loading Information label affixed tothe driver's side center pillar as shown.

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICATIONLABELThe air conditioner specification label is at-tached to the underside of the hood asshown in the illustration.

To mount the front license plate, attach thelicense plate bracket O1 to the bumper fas-cia at the location marks (small dimples)using the two provided screws.

LVT0006X LTI2325 LTI2326

INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE


WARNING

• It is extremely dangerous toride in the cargo area inside thevehicle. In a collision, peopleriding in these areas are morelikely to be seriously injured orkilled.

• Do not allow people to ride inany area of your vehicle that isnot equipped with seats andseat belts.

• Be sure everyone in your ve-hicle is in a seat and using aseat belt properly.

TERMSIt is important to familiarize yourselfwith the following terms beforeloading your vehicle:

• Curb Weight (actual weight of yourvehicle) - vehicle weight including:standard and optional equipment,fluids and emergency tools. Thisweight does not include passen-gers and cargo.

• GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curbweight plus the combined weightof passengers and cargo.

• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-ing) - maximum total combinedweight of the unloaded vehicle,passengers, luggage, hitch, trailertongue load and any other op-tional equipment.

• GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -maximum weight (load) limitspecified for the front or rear axle.

• This information is located on theF.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.

• GCWR (Gross Combined WeightRating) - The maximum totalweight rating of the vehicle, pas-sengers, cargo, and trailer.

• Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,Total load capacity - maximum to-tal weight limit specified of the load(passengers and cargo) for the ve-hicle. This is the maximum com-bined weight of occupants andcargo that can be loaded into thevehicle. If the vehicle is used to towa trailer, the trailer tongue weightmust be included as part of thecargo load. This information is lo-cated on the Tire and Loading In-formation label.

• Cargo capacity - permissibleweight of cargo, the subtractedweight of occupants from the loadlimit.

VEHICLE LOADING INFORMATION


VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITYDo not exceed the load limit of yourvehicle shown as “The combinedweight of occupants and cargo” onthe Tire and Loading Information la-bel. Do not exceed the number ofoccupants shown as “Seating Ca-pacity” on the Tire and Loading Infor-mation label.To get “the combined weight of oc-cupants and cargo”, add the weightof all occupants, then add the totalluggage weight. Examples areshown in the following illustration.


Steps for determining correctload limit1. Locate the statement “The com-

bined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed XXX kg

or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s Tireand Loading Information label.

2. Determine the combined weightof the driver and passengers thatwill be riding in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers fromXXX kg or XXX lbs.

4. The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. For ex-ample, if the XXX amount equals1400 lbs. and there will be five 150lbs. passengers in your vehicle,the amount of available cargoand luggage load capacity is 650lbs. (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)or (640 − 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.)

5. Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo beingloaded on the vehicle. That weightmay not safely exceed the avail-able cargo and luggage load ca-pacity calculated in Step 4.

Before driving a loaded vehicle, con-firm that you do not exceed theGross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)or the Gross Axle Weight Rating

LTI2366


(GAWR) for your vehicle. For addi-tional information, refer to “Measure-ment of weights” in this section.Also check tires for proper inflationpressures. For additional informa-tion, refer to “Tire and Loading Infor-mation label” in this section.

LOADING TIPS• The GVW must not exceed the

GVWR or GAWR.• Do not load the front and rear axle

to the GAWR. Doing so will exceedthe GVWR.

WARNING

• Properly secure all cargo withropes or straps to help preventit from sliding or shifting. Donot place cargo higher than theseatbacks. In a sudden stop orcollision, unsecured cargocould cause personal injury.

• Do not load your vehicle anyheavier than the GVWR or themaximum front and rearGAWRs. If you do, parts of yourvehicle can break, tire damagecould occur, or it can changethe way your vehicle handles.This could result in loss of con-trol and cause personal injury.

• Overloading not only canshorten the life of your vehicleand the tire, but can cause un-safe vehicle handling and lon-ger braking distances. Thismay cause a premature tirefailure, which could result in aserious accident and personalinjury. Failures caused by over-loading are not covered by thevehicle’s warranty.

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSSecure loose items to preventweight shifts that could affect thebalance of your vehicle. When the ve-hicle is loaded, drive to a scale andweigh the front and the rear wheelsseparately to determine axle loads.Individual axle loads should not ex-ceed either of the Gross Axle WeightRatings (GAWR). The total of the axleloads should not exceed the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Theseratings are given on the vehicle cer-tification label. If weight ratings areexceeded, move or remove items tobring all weights below the ratings.


Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle. Towing your vehicle with all four wheels onthe ground is sometimes called flat towing.This method is typically used when towinga vehicle behind a recreational vehicle,such as a motor home.

CAUTION

• Failure to follow these guidelines canresult in severe reduction geardamage.

• DO NOT tow this vehicle with all fourwheels on the ground (flat towing).

• For emergency towing proceduresrefer to “Towing your vehicle” in the“In case of emergency” section of thismanual.

DOT (Department Of Transportation) Qual-ity Grades: All passenger car tires mustconform to federal safety requirements inaddition to these grades.Quality grades can be found where appli-cable on the tire sidewall between treadshoulder and maximum section width. Forexample:Treadwear 200 Traction AA TemperatureA

TREADWEARThe treadwear grade is a comparative rat-ing based on the wear rate of the tire whentested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For ex-ample, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1/2) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded 100.The relative performance of tires dependsupon actual conditions of their use how-ever, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variations in driving habits,service practices and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate.

TOWING A TRAILER FLAT TOWING UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING


TRACTION AA, A, B AND CThe traction grades, from highest to low-est, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades repre-sent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pave-ment as measured under controlledconditions on specified government testsurfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor traction perfor-mance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to this tireis based on straight-ahead brakingtraction tests, and does not include ac-celeration, cornering, hydroplaning, orpeak traction characteristics.

TEMPERATURE A, B AND CThe temperature grades A (the highest), B,and C, representing the tire’s resistance tothe generation of heat and its ability to dis-sipate heat when tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel. Sustained high temperaturecan cause the material of the tire to degen-erate and reduce tire life, and excessivetemperature can lead to sudden tire failure.The grade C corresponds to a level of per-formance which all passenger car tiresmust meet under the Federal Motor Ve-

hicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B andA represent higher levels of performanceon the laboratory test wheel than the mini-mum required by law.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properlyinflated and not overloaded. Excessivespeed, under-inflation, or excessiveloading, either separately or in combi-nation, can cause heat build-up andpossible tire failure.

For USA

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform the Na-tional Highway Traffic Safety Admin-istration (NHTSA) in addition to noti-fying NISSAN.If NHTSA receives similar complaints,it may open an investigation, and if itfinds that a safety defect exists in agroup of vehicles, it may order a re-call and remedy campaign. However,NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you,your dealer, or NISSAN.To contact NHTSA, you may call theVehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);go to http://www.safercar.gov; orwrite to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS


20590. You can also obtain other in-formation about motor vehicle safetyfrom http://www.safercar.gov.You may notify NISSAN by contact-ing our Consumer Affairs Depart-ment, toll-free, at 1-800-NISSAN-1.For Canada

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform Trans-port Canada in addition to notifyingNISSAN.If Transport Canada receives com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayrequest that NISSAN conduct a recallcampaign. However, TransportCanada cannot become involved inindividual problems between you,your dealer, or NISSAN.

You may contact Transport Cana-da's Defect Investigations and Re-calls Division toll free at 1-800-333-0510. You may also report safetydefects online at: https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/fc-cp.aspx?lang=eng(English speakers) or https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP/fc-cp.aspx?lang=fra(French speakers)Additional information concerningmotor vehicle safety may be ob-tained from Transport Canada'sRoad Safety Information Centre at1-800-333-0371 or online atwww.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety (Englishspeakers) or www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere (French speakers).To notify NISSAN of any safety con-cerns please contact our ConsumerInformation Centre toll free at 1-800-387-0122.

In addition to Event Data Recorders (EDRs)mentioned in this Owner's Manual, this ve-hicle is equipped with electronic modulesthat monitor, control and record data con-cerning various vehicle systems, includingthe motor, batteries, braking and electricalsystems. Other electronic modules recordinformation concerning driving conditions,including idling, braking, acceleration, tripand other related data, information aboutyour use of the car and its features such asair conditioner or headlight usage, diag-nostic trouble codes, vehicle charging, ve-hicle speed, direction and/or location.Some of this data is stored by the vehiclefor use during vehicle servicing. Other dataconcerning your vehicle's operation andperformance is wirelessly transmitted bycellular connection through the vehicle on-board telematics system upon vehiclestart-up or at other intervals to NISSAN.This data may be used by NISSAN for vari-ous purposes, including: to provide youwith NissanConnect® EV & Services orNissanConnect® Services (For additionalinformation, refer to “NissanConnect®Manual (for Leaf)”.); troubleshooting; evalu-ation of your vehicle's quality, functionalityand performance; analysis and researchby NISSAN designed to, among otherthings, optimize performance of future

TELEMATICS OVERVIEW (modelswith Navigation System)


electric vehicles including improvementsin future battery life; to offer you new oradditional products or services; and asotherwise may be required by law. Suchdata may be shared with NISSAN's parents,subsidiaries, affiliates, successors or as-signees; authorized NISSAN certified LEAFdealers; NISSAN's marketing partners; yourfleet company, if your vehicle is a fleet ve-hicle; your rental company, if your vehicle isa rental vehicle; and third party service pro-viders such as cellular, information sys-tems and data management providers.State and provincial laws allow access anduse of data recorded by vehicle deviceswith the consent of the vehicle owner orpursuant to subscription agreement. Whileyou are not required to allow such accessand use, if you do not so agree NISSAN maybe unable under applicable law to activatethe vehicle telematics system in your ve-hicle, and certain features of your vehiclewhich are dependent on vehicle telematicswill not operate as intended or designed.These may include features such as auto-matic charging station map updates, re-mote battery state of charge check, charg-ing complete notice, remote plug inreminder, remote charging on, remote cli-mate control on, drive route planning, driv-ing tips to improve range, driving history,

billing simulation, ECO ranking, ECO forest,maintenance reminders, etc. Other fea-tures that may be developed and offeredby NISSAN in the future may also not func-tion without telematics data transmission.NissanConnect® EV & Services orNissanConnect® Services telematics ser-vices are provided by NISSAN pursuant to asubscription services agreement coveringyour vehicle. This agreement is necessaryfor all owners. This agreement, and an ex-planation of its terms and conditions, canbe found at the NISSAN Owner’s Portalwebpage. Further, the operator of the ve-hicle must also touch [OK] on the Naviscreen to indicate assent each time he orshe starts the car. If you decide at any timethat you do not want your vehicle to trans-mit data to NISSAN, you can deactivate thetelematics account associated with thisvehicle by canceling the subscription ser-vices agreement by visiting the NISSANOwner’s Portal Webpage or calling NISSANat 1-877-NOGASEV (1-877-664-2738). Theservice can be reactivated later upon re-quest if you choose. Simply visit the samewebsite or call the number above. Alterna-tively, you can turn off the transmission ofcertain categories of data through the useof settings found in the navigation systemunder Menu, NissanConnect® EV & Services

or NissanConnect® Services, Vehicle Infor-mation Sharing with NISSAN. Note, turningoff “Vehicle Information Sharing withNISSAN” will only disable the automaticsharing of information at vehicle start-up.Certain categories of data may still betransmitted if vehicle telematics featuresare accessed either in the vehicle or re-motely.Your agreement to the transmission anduse of data by NISSAN can be provided invarious ways. The vehicle is equipped witha “pop up” screen on the vehicle navigationsystem that will ask for your consent to thisdata transfer. A version of the followingmessage will appear: “Pursuant to sub-scription agreement, your vehicle wire-lessly transmits recorded vehicle data toNISSAN for various purposes, includingNissanConnect® EV & Services orNissanConnect® Services, product evalua-tion, research and development. By touch-ing OK, you consent to the transmissionand use of your vehicle data. See Owner'sManual or NISSAN Owner's portal webpagefor terms and details.” If you touch [OK],your vehicle will transmit data as designedin connection with the vehicle telematicssystem. If you touch [Decline] your vehicle


will not transmit data. However, the telem-atics features referenced above, and per-haps others, will not be available to you. Thevehicle’s static navigation system will re-main operational, and you will be able toaccess your radio and climate controls.Telematics features are dependent on cel-lular data transmission. Some areas mayhave limited or no cellular connectivity, re-sulting in a loss or interruption of datatransmission and, as a result, certain fea-tures may be temporarily unavailable. Evenif areas with good signal reception, cellularconnectivity can be adversely affected bythings such as tall buildings, apartments,tunnels, underground parking, mountain-ous areas, etc. Even if the signal strengthbar of the in-vehicle data communicationmodule indicates good reception, connec-tivity may be disrupted. This does not indi-cate a malfunction. Operate the systemagain after a few minutes to restore con-nectivity.NissanConnect® EV & Services orNissanConnect® Services telematics fea-tures are offered as a convenience to thevehicle owner. NISSAN is not responsiblefor, and owner assumes all risk of, interrup-tions in service or errors based on incom-plete or inaccurate data. NissanConnect®EV & Services or NissanConnect® Servicescommunications may be received at a

verified e-mail address or by SMS/textmessaging-enabled mobile phone. Stan-dard text rates and/or data usage may ap-ply depending on your carrier.If your vehicle’s telematics account is ac-tive, and you are not the original owner,please contact NISSAN at the website orphone number above as soon as possibleto update the telematics enrollment infor-mation. Upon sale of the vehicle, pleasecontact NISSAN at the website or phonenumber above so that NISSAN’s recordsmay be updated. NissanConnect® EV &Services or NissanConnect® Services sub-scription services will automatically termi-nate at the end of the initial free term if youdo not wish to renew your subscriptionagreement at the prices then in effect.

A. INTRODUCTIONThis product Telematic Control Unit Gen2Kincorporates the following software:1. the software developed by, or developed

for, Ficosa International, S.A. (“Ficosa”),

2. the software owned by third party andlicensed to Ficosa,

3. the software licensed under the GNUGENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, Version 2(“GPL”),

4. the software licensed under the GNU LI-BRARY GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, Ver-sion 2.0 or the GNU LESSER GENERALPUBLIC LICENSE, Version 2.1 (collectively“LGPL”), the Mozilla Public license v2(“MPL”), the GPL-2.0 license with-OpenSSL-exception (“GPLOpenSSL”) andGNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, Version3 with GCC exception (together with theGPL software, jointly “Copyleft Soft-ware”), and/or

5. open sourced software licensed underterms and conditions other than Copyl-eft Software.

TELEMATIC CONTROL UNIT GEN2K


For the software classified as (3) or (4)above, a copy of the license text is includedwith the source code in the URL indicatedbelow, and please also refer to the termsand conditions of Copyleft Software li-censes at the websites listed below:GPL: andLGPL: andMPL:GPL-2.0-with-OpenSSL-exception:GPLv3 GCC Exception:The software classified as (3) and (4) aboveare copyrighted by multiple people.Please refer to the websites below regard-ing the copyright notices of those people.https://www.ficosa.com/software/opensource/The software licensed under the licensesindicated in (3) and (4) above (“CopyleftSoftware”) is distributed in the hope that itwill be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY,without even the implied warranty of MER-CHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICU-LAR PURPOSE.For at least three (3) years from delivery of adevice embedding the above product, Fi-cosa will give to any third party who con-

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This vehicle is equipped with an Event DataRecorder (EDR). The main purpose of anEDR is to record, in certain crash or nearcrash-like situations, such as an air bagdeployment or hitting a road obstacle, datathat will assist in understanding how a ve-hicle’s systems performed. The EDR is de-signed to record data related to vehicle dy-namics and safety systems for a shortperiod of time, typically 30 seconds or less.The EDR in this vehicle is designed to re-cord such data as:• How various systems in your vehicle were

operating;• Whether or not the driver and passenger

safety belts were buckled/fastened;• How far (if at all) the driver was depress-

ing the accelerator and/or brake pedal;and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.• Sounds are not recorded.These data can help provide a better un-derstanding of the circumstances in whichcrashes and injuries occur.

NOTE:• EDR data are recorded by your vehicle

only if a nontrivial crash situation oc-curs; no data are recorded by the EDRunder normal driving conditions andno personal data (for example, name,gender, age and crash location) are re-corded. However, other parties, such aslaw enforcement, could combine theEDR data with the type of personallyidentifying data routinely acquiredduring a crash investigation.

• To read data recorded by an EDR, spe-cial equipment is required and accessto the vehicle or the EDR is needed. Inaddition to the vehicle manufacturerand NISSAN certified LEAF dealer, otherparties, such as law enforcement, thathave the special equipment, can readthe information if they have access tothe vehicle or the EDR. EDR data willonly be accessed with the consent ofthe vehicle owner or lessee or as other-wise required or permitted by law.

ADDITIONAL DATA RECORDING (onvehicles equipped with optionalProPILOT Assist)If your vehicle is equipped with the optionalProPILOT Assist, it will also be equippedwith supplemental data recording functionintended to assist in understanding howProPILOT Assist performs in certain non-trival crash or near-crash scenarios. Spe-cifically, supplemental recording is de-signed to capture the following:• Driver operational status of the accelera-

tor, brakes, steering, etc.• Detection status of a vehicle ahead and

lane markers• Vehicle information including distance to

vehicle ahead and lateral position• Information on the operation of the Pro-

PILOT Assist and other crash avoidancefeatures

• ProPILOT Assist malfunction diagnosisinformation

• External images from the multi-sensingfront camera (Available only when theSRS air bag or IEB system is activated)

The ProPILOT Assist does not record con-versations, sounds or images of the insideof the vehicle.

EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR)


To read this supplemental data, specialequipment is required and access to thevehicle or the recording unit is needed. Thissupplemental data will only be accessedwith the consent of the vehicle owner orlessee or as otherwise required or permit-ted by law. If downloaded, NISSAN and thirdparties entrusted byNISSAN may use the data recorded for thepurpose of improving NISSAN’s vehiclesafety performance.NISSAN and third parties entrusted byNISSAN will not disclose/provide the re-corded data to a third party except:– With the consent of the vehicle owner or

with the consent of the lessee– In response to an official request from

law enforcement, court order, govern-mental agency, or other legally enforce-able request.

– For research purposes after the data ismodified such that it is no longer tied to aspecific vehicle or vehicle owner (anony-mized)

- With the consent of the vehicle owner orwith the consent of the lessee

- In response to an official request from lawenforcement, court order, governmentalagency, or other legally enforceable re-quest.- For research purposes after the data ismodified such that it is no longer tied to aspecific vehicle or vehicle owner (anony-mized)

Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for thismodel year and prior can be purchased. AGenuine NISSAN Service Manual is the bestsource of service and repair information foryour vehicle. This manual is the same oneused by the factory trained techniciansworking at a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.Genuine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals can alsobe purchased.For USA:For current pricing and availability of Genu-ine NISSAN Service Manuals, contact:www.nissan-techinfo.comFor current pricing and availability of Genu-ine NISSAN Owner’s Manuals, contact:1-800-247-5321For Canada:To purchase a copy of a Genuine NISSANService Manual or Owner’s Manual for thismodel year and prior, please contact aNISSAN certified LEAF dealer. For the phonenumber and location of a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer in your area, call the NISSANInformation Center at 1-800-387-0122 anda bilingual NISSAN representative will assistyou.

OWNER'S MANUAL/SERVICEMANUAL ORDER INFORMATION


LTI2429

CHARGING INFORMATION


*1: V2X (Vehicle to Everything); The EV supplies electric power to a home or building, etc. e.g. Vehicle to Home (V2H), Vehicle to Building (V2B),Vehicle to Grid (V2G), Vehicle to Load (V2L), Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V).

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The label is typically located on the driverside center pillar or on the driver’s door. Foradditional information, refer to “Wheels andtires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.

COLD TIRE PRESSURES


10 Index1

12-volt battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12

A

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) . . . . .5-159Additional data recording (on vehiclesequipped with optionalProPILOT Assist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20Advanced air bag system . . . . . . . . .1-49Air bag system

Advanced air bag system . . . . . . . .1-49Front-seat mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag system . . . . .1-58Roof-mounted curtain side-impactsupplemental air bag system . . . . .1-58

Air bag warning labels. . . . . . . . . . . .1-62Air bag warning light . . . . . . . . .1-62, 2-21Air bag warning light,supplemental . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-62, 2-21Air conditioner

Air conditioner specification label . . .9-9Air conditioning system refrigerant andlubricant recommendations. . . . . . .9-3

AlarmHow to stop alarm(refer to, vehicle security system) . . .2-44

Alcohol, drugs and driving . . . . . . . . . .5-9Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-43

Antifreeze. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-169Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) . . . . .5-159Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warninglight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16Appearance care

Exterior appearance care . . . . . . . . .7-2Interior appearance care . . . . . . . . .7-4

At home after driving . . . . . . . . . . .EV-21Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-24Autolight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-49Autolight system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-49Automatic anti-glare inside mirror . . . .3-25Automatic climate control(models with Navigation System) . . . .4-35Automatic climate control(models without Navigation System) . .4-32Automatic door locks. . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) withPedestrian Detection . . . . . . . . . . .5-125Avoiding collision and rollover. . . . . . . .5-7

B

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2212-volt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12Battery saver system . . . . . . . . . .2-53Li-ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-2, 2-7Li-ion battery available chargegauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9Li-ion battery temperature gauge . . .2-7

Battery replacementKey fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-22

Before driving your vehicle(models with navigation system) . . . .EV-15Before starting system . . . . . . . . . . .5-14Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI) . . . . . . .5-47Blind Spot Warning (BSW). . . . . . . . . .5-37Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-39Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19, 5-20, 8-17

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-159Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10Brake system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-157BRAKE system warning light(yellow). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-17BRAKE warning light (red) . . . . . . . .2-17Parking brake operation. . . . . . . . .5-20

Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10Brake precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-157Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-157BRAKE system warning light (yellow) . . .2-17BRAKE warning light (red) . . . . . . . . . .2-17Brightness control

Instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54Bulb replacement. . . . . . . . . . .8-24, 8-25

C

Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2Care of wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3

Car phone or CB radio . . . . . . . . . . . .4-44Ceiling light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-70Center console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-63Charge port lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21Charge port lid switch . . . . . . . . . . . .2-58Charging

Charge port lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-21Charging related indicator light . . .CH-50Normal charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9Precautions on charging . . . . . . . .CH-2Quick charge . . . . . . . . . .CH-35, CH-38Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-4Trickle charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-11

Charging information . . . . . . . . . . . .9-22Charging methods . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-43Charging related indicator light . . . . .CH-50Charging related remote function . . .CH-49Charging status indicator light . . . . .CH-50Charging the Li-ion battery . . . . . . . .EV-12Charging troubleshooting guide . . . .CH-56Checking

Checking bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15Checking coolant level . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Child restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21Booster seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-39LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23Precautions on child restraints . . . . .1-21Top tether strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-25

Child restraint with top tether strap . . . .1-25Child safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18Child safety rear door lock . . . . . . . . . .3-6Chimes, audible reminders . . . . . . . . .2-24Circuit breaker, fusible link. . . . . . . . . .8-20

Cleaning exterior and interior . . . . . .7-2, 7-4Climate

Climate control system refrigerant andlubricant recommendations . . . . . .4-43

Climate controlClimate control service . . . . . . . . . .4-43

Climate control systemAir conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28Climate control operation . . . . . . . .4-28Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28

Climate Ctrl. Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13Cold tire pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-24Cold weather driving . . . . . . . . . . . .5-169Console

Center console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-63Coolant

Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2Changing coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9Checking coolant level . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-7Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-66Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-64

D

Defroster switchRear window and outside mirror defrosterswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-48

Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . . . .9-6Dimmer switch for instrument panel . . .2-54

DisplayInformation display . . . . . . . . . . . .2-25

Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4Driving

Cold weather driving. . . . . . . . . . .5-169Driving vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15Precautions when starting anddriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

Driving range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9Driving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-18Driving vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-15Dynamic driver assistance switch. . . . .2-59

E

ECOECO switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55

Eco Drive Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-154ECO mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13, 5-152ECO switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55Efficient use of your vehicle . . . . . . . .EV-22Electric shift control system. . . . . . . . .5-15Electronic parking brake. . . . . . . . . . .5-20Emergency charge . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-11Emergency EV (Electric Vehicle) shutoff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-13, 6-3Emergency shutoff system . . . . . . . .EV-10Emission control information label . . . . .9-8e-Pedal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-13e-Pedal system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22EV Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-11Event Data recorders. . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20

10-2 Index

EVSE(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) . . .CH-11EV system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-2EV unique information . . . . . . . . . . .EV-24Extended storage switch . . . . . . . . . .8-22

F

Flashers (See hazard warning flasherswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3Flat towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-14Floor mat cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-5Fluid

Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-8Reduction gear fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10Windshield-washer fluid. . . . . . . . . .8-11

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . . .9-8Fog lights

Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-25Fog light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55Front and rear sonar system . . . . . . .5-163Front passenger air bag status light . . .1-52Front-seat mounted side-impactsupplemental air bag system . . . . . . .1-58Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-18Fusible links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-20

G

Garage door opener, HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver . . . . . . . . .2-71, 2-73, 2-74, 2-75Gauge

Driving range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-9Li-ion battery available charge gauge .2-9Li-ion battery temperature gauge . . . .2-7Odometer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6Power meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-62

H

Hazard warning flasher switch. . . . . . . .6-2Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-25

Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-25Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-49

Head restraintsHeadrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

Heated seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-56Heated seat switches . . . . . . . . . . . .2-56Heated steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . .2-57Heated steering wheel switch . . . . . . .2-57Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28High voltage precautions . . . . . . . . . .EV-8Hill start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-168Hill start assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-168Home charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9HomeLink® UniversalTransceiver . . . . . . . . .2-71, 2-73, 2-74, 2-75

Hood release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-18Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55How to normal charge . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9How to quick charge . . . . . . .CH-35, CH-38How to trickle charge . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-11

I

If the Li-ion battery becomes completelydischarged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-12Immediate charge . . . . . . . . .CH-48, 2-58Immediate charge switch . . . . .CH-48, 2-58Immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22Indicator lights and audible reminders(See warning/indicator lights and audiblereminders) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14Indicators for maintenance. . . . . . . . .2-38Indicators for operation . . . . . . . . . . .2-33Infants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19Inside automatic anti-glare mirror . . . .3-25Instrument brightness control . . . . . . .2-54Instrument panel dimmer switch . . . . .2-54Intelligent Around View Monitor (I-AVM) . .4-11Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) (for vehicleswithout ProPILOT Assist). . . . . . . . . . .5-69Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA) . . . . .5-150Intelligent Forward Collision Warning(I-FCW) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-139Intelligent Key battery . . . . . . . . . . . .8-22Intelligent Key system

Key operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-10Remote keyless entry operation . . . .3-14

Index 10-3

Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI). . . . . .5-31Intelligent Ride Control . . . . . . . . . . .5-162Intelligent Trace Control . . . . . . . . . .5-162Interior light replacement . . . . . . . . . .8-26Interior lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-69ISOFIX child restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23

J

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10

K

Key fob battery replacement . . . . . . . .8-22Keyless entry

With Intelligent Key system(See Intelligent Key system) . . . . . . .3-14

KeysFor Intelligent Key system . . . . . . . . .3-2

Keys, For Intelligent Key system . . . . . . .3-7

L

LabelsAir bag warning labels . . . . . . . . . .1-62Air conditioner specification label . . . .9-9Emission control information label . . .9-8F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . .9-8Motor serial number . . . . . . . . . . . .9-8Tire and Loading Informationlabel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-31, 9-9

Vehicle identification number (VIN)plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-7

Lane Departure Warning (LDW). . . . . . .5-26LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-23License plate, Installing front licenseplate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-9Light

Air bag warning light . . . . . . . .1-62, 2-21Bulb replacement . . . . . . . . .8-24, 8-25Ceiling light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-70Fog light bulb replacement . . . . . . .8-25Fog light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-25Headlights bulb replacement . . . . . .8-25Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-49Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-22Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-69Low tire pressure warning light . . . . .2-19Map lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-69Warning/indicator lights and audiblereminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14Warning lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Lights, Exterior and interior lightreplacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-26Li-ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-2, 2-7Li-ion battery available charge gauge . . .2-9Li-ion battery status check . . . . . . . .CH-49Li-ion battery temperature gauge. . . . . .2-7Li-ion battery warmer . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-5Loading information(Refer to vehicle loading information) . . .9-10Lock

Automatic door lock . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Child safety rear door lock. . . . . . . . .3-6Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . .3-4, 3-6Rear hatch lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19

Low tire pressure warning light. . . . . . .2-19Low tire pressure warning system(Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4

M

Maintenance12-volt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-12General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .8-2Indicators for maintenance . . . . . . .2-38Inside the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-3Maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . .8-5Maintenance requirements . . . . . . . .8-2Outside the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-2Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . .1-17

Map lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-69Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) . .3-3Meters and gauges

Instrument brightness control . . . . .2-54Mirror

Automatic anti-glare inside mirror . . .3-25Outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-25

Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-5Before starting system . . . . . . . . . .5-14Starting the traction motor . . . . . . .5-15

Motor compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-7Motor serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-8

10-4 Index

Moving Object Detection (MOD) . . . . . .4-22

N

NissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf) . . . . .4-2NISSAN Intelligent Key™ . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7NISSAN Intelligent Key® system. . . . . . .5-10

Key operating range of the door lock/unlock function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

NISSAN Vehicle ImmobilizerSystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14Normal charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9

Home charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9Occasional charge . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9Public charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9

O

Occasional charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6Off-road recovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8Oil

Capacities and recommendedfuel/lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-2

Opening rear hatch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11Outside air temperature . . . . . . . . . . .2-12Outside mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-26Owner's manual/service manual orderinformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-21

P

Panic alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19, 5-20

Parking brake operation . . . . . . . . .5-20Parking/parking on hills . . . . . . . . .5-155

Parking brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-19Parking brake break-in . . . . . . . . . . .5-158Power

Power door locks . . . . . . . . . . .3-4, 3-6Power outlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-61Power steering system . . . . . . . . .5-156Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-66

Power economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-153Power meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-61Power steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-156Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10, 5-12Precautions

Brake precautions . . . . . . . . . . . .5-157Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-2Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-66High voltage precautions . . . . . . . .EV-8Maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . .8-5Precautions on booster seats . . . . . .1-21Precautions on child restraints . . . . .1-21Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . .1-10Precautions on supplemental restraintsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-43Precautions when starting anddriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4Road accident precautions . . . . . . .EV-9

ProPILOT Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-92Public charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9

Push starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13

Q

Quick charge. . . . . . . . . . . .CH-35, CH-38

R

RadioCar phone or CB radio . . . . . . . . . .4-44

Rapid air pressure loss . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) . . . . . . .5-134Rear center seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) . . . . . . .5-59Rear Door Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-60Rear hatch lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-19Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6RearView Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3Rear window and outside mirror defrosterswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-48Rear window wiper and washerswitches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-47Recorders

Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-20Reduction gear fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10Registering a vehicle in another country. .9-7Remote charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-49Remote climate control . . . . . . . . . . .4-41Remote keyless entry function, For IntelligentKey system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14Repairing flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4Repairing tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-6Reporting safety defects. . . . . . . . . . .9-15

Index 10-5

Road accident precautions . . . . . . . . .EV-9Roadside assistance program . . . . . . . .6-2Rollover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7Roof-mounted curtain side-impactsupplemental air bag system . . . . . . .1-58

S

SafetyChild safety rear door lock. . . . . . . . .3-6Child seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . .9-15

Scene guideAt home after driving . . . . . . . . . .EV-21Before driving your vehicle(models with navigation system) . . .EV-15Charging the Li-ion battery . . . . . .EV-12Driving the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .EV-18Parking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .EV-20Starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .EV-17

Seat beltChild safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18Infants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19Injured person . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13Larger children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19Precautions on seat belt usage . . . . .1-10Pregnant women . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13Rear center seat belt. . . . . . . . . . . .1-16Seat belt cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6Seat belt extenders. . . . . . . . . . . . .1-17Seat belt maintenance . . . . . . . . . .1-17Seat belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10Seat belts with pretensioners . . . . . .1-61

Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . . . .2-21Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . .1-16Small children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19Three-point type . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13

Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2Heated seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-56

Security system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-43Security system (NISSAN Vehicle ImmobilizerSystem), engine start . . . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14Security system (NISSAN Vehicle ImmobilizerSystem), EV system start . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14Servicing climate control . . . . . . . . . .4-43Shifting

Electric shift control system . . . . . . .5-15Shoulder belt height adjustment . . . . . .1-16Shoulder belt height adjustment, For frontseats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6Stability control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-160Starting

Before starting system . . . . . . . . . .5-14Jump starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10Precautions when starting anddriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4Push starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13Starting the traction motor . . . . . . .5-15

Status light, Front passenger air bag . . .1-52Steering

Heated steering wheel . . . . . . . . . .2-57Power steering system . . . . . . . . .5-156Tilt steering column . . . . . . . . . . . .3-23

Stopping the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-61Stowing golf bags. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-66

Sunglasses holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-63Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24Supplemental air bag warning labels . . .1-62Supplemental air bag warninglight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-62, 2-21Supplemental restraint system

Precautions on supplemental restraintsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-43

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). . .1-43Switch

Autolight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-49ECO switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55Fog light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-55Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . .6-2Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-49Immediate charge switch . . .CH-48, 2-58Instrument brightness control . . . . .2-54Power door lock switch. . . . . . . .3-4, 3-6Rear window and outside mirror defrosterswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-48Rear window wiper and washerswitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-47Turn signal switch . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . .2-46

T

Telematic Control Unit Gen2K. . . . . . . .9-18Telematics overview . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-16Temperature

Li-ion battery temperature gauge . . . .2-7Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),engine start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14

10-6 Index

Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System),traction motor start . . . . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14Tilt steering column. . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-23Tire

Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3Low tire pressure warning system . . .5-4Tire and Loading Informationlabel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-31, 9-9Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-36Tire dressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-4Tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-32Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4, 6-3Tire rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-37Types of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-35Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . .9-14Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-28Wheel/tire size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-5

Tire pressureLow tire pressure warning light . . . . .2-19

Tonneau cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-65Top

Tether strap child restraints . . . . . . .1-25Top tether strap child restraint . . . . . . .1-25Towing

Flat towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-14Tow truck towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-14

Towing a trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-14TPMS, Tire Pressure Monitoring System . .5-4Traction motor

Traction motor serial number . . . . . .9-8

TransceiverHomeLink® UniversalTransceiver . . . . . . .2-71, 2-73, 2-74, 2-75

Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system(Refer to Intelligent Key system) . . . . . .3-14Trickle charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-11Turn signal switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54Type of charge and how to charge the Li-ionbattery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-5

U

Underbody cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . . . .9-14Unplugged status . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-49USB/iPod® Charging Ports . . . . . . . . .4-43

V

Vanity mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-25Vehicle

Dimensions and weights . . . . . . . . .9-6Loading information. . . . . . . . . . . .9-10Security system . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-43

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-160Vehicle identification number (VIN)plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-7Vehicle immobilizer system . . . . .2-44, 5-14Vehicle information display . . . . .2-25, 2-26Vehicle security system (NISSAN VehicleImmobilizer System), enginestart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-44, 5-14

Vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-24

W

WarningAir bag warning light . . . . . . . .1-62, 2-21Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . .6-2Indicators for operation . . . . . . . . .2-33Low tire pressure warning light . . . . .2-19Supplemental air bag warninglight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-62, 2-21Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-4, 6-3Warning/indicator lights and audiblereminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14Warning lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-15

Warning/indicator lights and audiblereminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Audible reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14Warning lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14

Warning lightAnti-lock braking system (ABS) warninglight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-16BRAKE warning light (red) . . . . . . . . .2-17BRAKE warning light (yellow) . . . . . . .2-17Seat belt warning light . . . . . . . . . .2-21

Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-14Washer switch

Rear window wiper and washerswitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-47Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . .2-46

Index 10-7

Washing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Weights (See dimensions and weights) . .9-6Wheels and tires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-28

Care of wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels. . . . .7-4

Wheel/tire size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-5When traveling or registering in anothercountry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-7Window(s)

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Windows

Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-66Windshield-washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . .8-11Windshield wiper blades . . . . . . .8-14, 8-16Wiper

Pulling up the wiper arm . . . . . . . . .8-15Rear window wiper and washerswitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-47Rear window wiper blade. . . . . . . . .8-17Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . .2-46Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-14, 8-16

Wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . .2-46

10-8 Index

2020 LEAF®

OWNER’S MANUAL

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