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    F or your saf ety , read carefully and k eep in this vehicle. OWNER'S MANUAL REVISED 2011 LEAF 2011 NISSAN LEAF ZE0-D ZE0-D Printing: January 2012 (04A) (SC) Publication No.: OM1E-0ZE0U2 Printed in U.S.A. K100 PANTONE 297C PANTONE 299C PANTONE 300C PANTONE 289C PANTONE 102C ...

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    Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you under- stand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this m ...

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    All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION ABOUT THIS MANUAL Y ou will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: WARNING This is used to in ...

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    CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVI- SORY Some vehicle parts, such as lithium bat- teries, may contain perchlorate material. The following advisory is provided: “Per- chlorate Material - special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate.” Bluetooth ® is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. * C 2011 NISSAN MO T OR CO., L T ...

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    NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM NISSAN CARES ... Both NISSAN and your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Y our satisfaction with your vehicle and your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer are our primary concerns. Y our NISSAN certified LEAF dealer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales a ...

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    Illustrated table of contents 0 EV Overview EV Charging Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments V entilators and climate control systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it-yourself CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 T able of Contents T ...

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    0 Illustrated table of contents Seats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........................................................................... 0-2 Exterior front .............................................................................. 0-3 Exterior rear .................................................................... ...

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    0-2 Illustrated table of contents 1. Rear headrests (Page.1-4) 2. Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint) (P .1-32) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags (P .1-36) 4. Seat belts (P .1-10) 5. Front head restraints (P .1-4) 6. Seat belt pretensioners (P .1-49) 7. Front seats (P .1-3) 8. Supplemental fr ...

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    1. Charge port lid (P .3-17) 2. Hood (P .3-16) 3. Headlight and turn signal lights — Switch operation (P .2-41) — Bulb replacement (P .8-21) 4. Windshield wiper and washer — Switch operation (P .2-38) — Blade replacement (P .8-12) — Window washer fluid (P .8-10) 5. Outside mirrors (P .3-21) 6. P ower windows (P .2-54) 7. License plate ins ...

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    0-4 Illustrated table of contents 1. Rear view camera* (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) 2. Rear window wiper and washer — Switch operation (P .2-39) — Window washer fluid (P .8-10) 3. High-mounted stop light — Bulb replacement (P .8-22) 4. Rear window defroster (P .2-40) 5. Solar cell module* (P .EV-30) 6. Antenna — Satellite ...

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    1. Ceiling light (P .2-57) 2. Sun visors (P .3-20) 3. Map lights (P .2-56) — Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone System micro- phone (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) 4. Sunglasses holder (P .2-50) 5. Inside rearview mirror (P .3-20) — HomeLink ® * (P .2-58) 6. Cargo area — Cargo cover* (P .2-51) — Parking brake mechanical release ( ...

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    0-6 Illustrated table of contents 1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer (P .2-6) 2. T rip computer switch (P .2-27) 3. Instrument brightness control switch (P .2-41) 4. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch — Headlight (P .2-41) — T urn signal light (P .2-44) — Fog light* (P .2-44) 5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) (See LE ...

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    1. Side ventilator (P .4-2) 2. Meters and gauges (P .2-5) 3. Center multi-function control panel (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) — Navigation system — V ehicle information and setting buttons — Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone System — Audio system 4. Hazard warning flasher switch (P .2-45) 5. Center ventilator (P .4-2) 6. Front ...

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    0-8 Illustrated table of contents Upper display and lower display This vehicle is equipped with an upper display and a lower display . 1. Master warning light (P .2-17) 2. ECO indicator (P .2-10) 3. Speedometer (P .2-6) 4. Clock (P .2-11) 5. Outside air temperature (P .2-10) 6. T urn signal/Hazard indicator light (P .2-20) 7. Li-ion battery tempera ...

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    1. Coolant tank cap (P .8-7) 2. Window washer fluid reservoir (P .8-10) 3. Brake fluid reservoir (P .8-9) 4. T raction motor inverter (P .EV-7) 5. T raction motor and reduction gear (P .8-9) 6. Charge port lid (P .3-17) 7. Coolant reservoir (P .8-7) 8. 12-volt battery (P .8-11) — Jump starting (P .6-9) 9. Fuse/fusible link holder (P .8-16) Illust ...

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    0-10 Illustrated table of contents Warning light Name Page 12-volt battery charge warning light 2-13 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light 2-14 BRAKE system warning light (yellow) 2-14 BRAKE warning light (red) 2-14 Electric power steering warning light 2-15 Electric shift control sys- tem warning light 2-15 EV system warning light 2-16 Head ...

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    EV Overview The EV (Electric V ehicle) system ...................................... EV-2 Li-ion battery .......................................................................... EV-2 Driving with a discharged Li-ion battery ................... EV-3 Charging the 12-volt battery ........................................ EV-5 Li-ion battery heater (i ...

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    EV-2 EV Overview The LEAF is an electric vehicle. Some of the vehicle’s systems operate differently and have different operating characteristics than vehicles equipped with an internal combustion engine. It is important to carefully review the entire Own- er’s Manual for this reason. The main difference is the LEAF is powered by electricity . T ...

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    NOTE: . If the outside temperature is − 13 8 F ( − 25 8 C) or less, the Li-ion battery may freeze and it cannot be charged or provide power to run the vehicle. Move the vehicle to a warm location. . The capacity of the Li-ion battery in your vehicle to hold a charge will, like all such batteries, decrease with time and usage. As the battery age ...

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    EV-4 EV Overview indicate low Li-ion battery charge: . The low battery charge warning light . The master warning light . “Li-ion battery level is Low” warning message is displayed on the dot matrix liquid crystal display See “16. Li-ion battery low charge warning ” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section. . Messages are displayed o ...

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    CHARGING THE 12-VOL T BA TTERY While vehicle is driven The Li-ion battery charges the 12-volt battery as necessary when the power switch is in the READ Y to drive position. While the vehicle is not in use When the EV (Electric V ehicle) system is off, the 12-volt battery charges automatically for 5 minutes every 5 days. The charge timing resets to ...

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    EV-6 EV Overview — 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 heater is already in operation using an external power source, it will continue to use the external power even if the power switch is placed in the ON position. . Vehicle drivi ...

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    HIGH-VOL T AGE COMPONENTS WARNING . The EV (Electric Vehicle) system uses high voltage up to approxi- mately DC 400 volt. The system can be hot during and after starting and when the vehicle is shut off. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature. Follow the warning labels that are attached to the vehicle. . Never disassemble, rem ...

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    EV-8 EV Overview 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 selec- tor lever, apply the parking brake and turn the EV (Electric V ehicle) system off. . Check your vehicle to see if there are exposed high-voltage parts or cables. For their locations, see “ ...

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    EMERGENCY SHUT -OFF SY STEM The emergency shut-off system is activated and the high-voltage system automatically turns off in the following conditions: - Front and side collisions in which the air bags are deployed. - Certain rear collisions. - Certain EV (Electric Vehicle) system malfunc- tions For the above collisions and certain other EV (Electr ...

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    EV-10 EV Overview ion battery is fully charged. Regenera- tive brake is automatically reduced when the Li-ion battery is fully charged to prevent the Li-ion battery from becoming overcharged. Regenerating brake is also automatically reduced when the battery temperature is high/ low (indicated by the red/blue zones on the Li-ion battery temperature ...

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    BEFORE DRIVING Y OUR VEHICLE The Li-ion battery charging status can be checked using an internet enabled smart phone or personal computer at home. Y ou may also choose to have SMS messages (text messages) sent to a cellular phone. Additionally, the heater and air conditioner of the vehicle can be set to operate using the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate C ...

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    EV-14 EV Overview Checking Li-ion battery charging status The Li-ion battery charge status can be checked on the NISSAN CARWINGS Data Center website via an internet enabled smart phone or personal computer. If the Li-ion battery is not sufficiently charged, you can start charging the Li-ion battery via the remote charge function. See “Charging re ...

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    Operating the climate control sys- tem before driving The vehicle heating and air conditioning system can be turned on via remote control with an internet enabled smart phone or personal computer. This allows the interior of the vehicle to be heated or cooled while the vehicle is charging. This reduces the load on the Li-ion battery while the vehic ...

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    EV-16 EV Overview ST ARTING Y OUR VEHICLE 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Press the power switch. 3. Check that the READ Y to drive indicator light illuminates and the start up sound is audible. See “READY to drive indicator light” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section. 4. If route guidance is necessary, enter the destination in the n ...

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    DRIVING THE VEHICLE 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Release the electric parking brake. 3. Move the selector lever into the D (Drive) position. When released, the selector lever returns to its original center position. 4. Confirm that the vehicle is in the D (Drive) position. The indicator next to the “D” by the selector lever illuminates and ? ...

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    EV-18 EV Overview The ECO position helps extend vehicle range by providing more regenerative brake than the D (Drive) position. The ECO position also helps reduce power consumption by reducing accel- eration when compared to the same accelerator pedal position in the D (Drive) position and reduces the power provided to the heating and air condition ...

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    If the low battery charge warning light illuminates, the Li-ion battery charge is too low for travel. See “Low battery charge warning light” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section. Charge the Li-ion battery as soon as possible. EV Overview EV-19 ...

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    EV-20 EV Overview Parking the vehicle 1. When stopping the vehicle, push the P position switch on the selector lever while depressing the brake pedal. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park) position by checking the shift indicator located near the selector lever or on the dot matrix liquid crystal display . 2. Apply the electric parking brake ...

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    A T HOME AFTER DRIVING Charging the Li-ion battery When you return home, connect the vehicle to the charging station installed at your home using the normal charge connector. Charge the vehicle or set the charging timer function in the navigation system to have the vehicle charge at a specific time. See “Charging timer” in the “CH. Charging? ...

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    EV-22 EV Overview RANGE The distance you can drive the vehicle (range) varies considerably depending upon available charge, weather, temperature, usage, battery age, topography , and driving style. V ehicle range depends on a number of factors. When the Li-ion battery is new, the estimated vehicle range with a fully charged Li-ion battery is approx ...

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    . Release the accelerator pedal to slow down and do not apply the brakes when traffic and road conditions allow . — This vehicle is equipped with a regen- erative brake system. The primary pur- pose of regenerative brake system is to provide some power to recharge the Li- ion battery and extend driving range. A secondary benefit is “engine brak ...

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    EV-24 EV Overview resulting from failure to have these neces- sary inspections, repairs and/or adjustments performed. . See the NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide for a detailed explanation of the Li-ion battery inspection and intervals. METERS AND INDICA TORS The vehicle has two displays to provide informa- tion regarding vehicle operation: . Up ...

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    ECO indicator: This indicator provides instant information about how efficiently the vehicle is being operated. Y ou can see how changing your driving style or operation of vehicle accessories affects power consumption. For additional information, see “ECO indicator” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section. Lower display Li-ion battery ...

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    EV-26 EV Overview Driving range: This indicator displays the estimated driving range (calculated based on a program that accounts for current driving style and opera- tional conditions) that can be driven before recharging is necessary . For additional information, see “Driving range” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section. Li-ion bat ...

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    Warning and indicator lights The EV (Electric Vehicle) system uses the following EV (Electric V ehicle) specific 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 s ...

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    EV-28 EV Overview The sound stops when the vehicle stops. The sound does not stop with the vehicle in the R (Reverse) position even if the vehicle stops. 1. The VSP system is automatically turned on when the vehicle is in the READY to drive mode. (The indicator light * 1 on the VSP OFF switch is off.) 2. Push the VSP OFF switch to turn OFF the VSP ...

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    ELECTRIC SHIFT CONTROL SY S- TEM This vehicle is equipped with an electric shift control system. This control system has three features. . Smooth and easy shift selector operation. . T o place the vehicle in the P (Park) position, push the P (Park) position switch on the selector lever. . The vehicle automatically applies the P (Park) position when ...

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    EV-30 EV Overview Solar cell module on the rear spoiler SOLAR CELL MODULE (if so equipped) This vehicle uses a solar cell module to provide power to the 12-volt battery. The solar cell module only provides power to help maintain the charge of the 12-volt battery; it will not recharge a discharged 12-volt battery . The solar cell module does not pro ...

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    Charging Precautions on charging .................................................... CH-2 T ypes of charge and how to charge the Li-ion battery ......................................................................... CH-5 How to normal charge .................................................. CH-9 How to trickle charge ........................... ...

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    CH-2 Charging WARNING . If you use any medical electric devices, such as an implantable cardiac pacemaker or an implanta- ble cardiovascular defibrillator, check with the electric medical de- vice manufacturer concerning the effects that charging may have on implanted devices before starting the charge operation. Charging may affect the operation. ...

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    . Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) case securely through the fastener on the bottom of the luggage board. If the case suddenly becomes loose, it may cause serious injury or death. CAUTION . T o prevent damage to the charging equipment: — Do not close the charge port lid without closing the cap. — Do not s ...

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    CH-4 Charging NOTE: . When charging the Li-ion battery, place the power switch in the OFF position. When the power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion battery will not start charging. . If the charger is connected to the vehicle when it is in the READ Y to drive position, the power switch automati- cally changes to the ON position. Place the p ...

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    Charging CH-5 TYPES OF CHARGE AND HOW TO CHARGE THE LI-ION BA TTERY ...

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    This vehicle is an electric vehicle and it requires electricity to operate. The Li-ion battery is the only source of power to operate the vehicle. It is important to conserve power and plan your charging needs when you drive to avoid completely discharging the Li-ion battery and being unable to drive. There are three methods available to charge the ...

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    CH-8 Charging charging infrastructure to be developed in your area. Depending on where you live or drive, there may not be sufficient public charging stations available to meet your particular needs for driving range and charging away from your home. T rip planning is therefore important, and you should plan trips with these facts in mind. Quick ch ...

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    . Check by using a cellular phone, smart phone or personal computer. See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual. . Check by using the charging status indicator light. See “Charging status indicator lights” later in this section. NOTE: . During the charge operation, charge continues when the power switch is placed in the ON position. . The Li-i ...

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    CH-10 Charging . The Genuine NISSAN charging equipment communicates with the vehicle before Li-ion battery charging starts. If this communica- tion does not occur because other equip- ment is used, the Li-ion battery will not charge. . NISSAN recommends that you connect the normal charge cable when getting out of the vehicle, even if it is not goin ...

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    HOW TO TRICKLE CHARGE WARNING . If you use any medical electric devices, such as an implantable cardiac pacemaker or an implanta- ble cardiovascular defibrillator, check with the electric medical de- vice manufacturer concerning the effects that charging may have on implanted devices before starting the charge operation. Charging may affect the ope ...

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    CH-12 Charging — Do not use if a malfunction occurs or if charger has been damaged in any manner. Return to a NISSAN certified LEAF deal- er for replacement. — The charger contains no user serviceable parts. Do not at- tempt to repair the charger, doing so will void your warranty. . Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply ...

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    T o start trickle charging: *:Y ou can pass a rope through the hole * A on the control box in order to hang it up while the Li-ion battery is charging. 1. Push the P position switch to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the electric parking brake. 2. When charging the Li-ion battery , place the power switch in the OFF position. Wh ...

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    CH-14 Charging 8. Connect the charge connector to the charge port. If it is connected normally, a beep will sound once. 9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ion battery is waiting for charging timer, a beep will sound twice and the charging status in- dicator light display will change. See “Char- ging status indicator lights” later in this ...

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    4. Store in its case. NOTE: Perform the following procedure to store the EVSE (Electric V ehicle Supply Equipment) in the case. a. Wind the charge cable into a size that will allow it to be stored in the case (approximately 9.8 in (250 mm) in diameter) . b. Place the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) control box into the back of the case. c. ...

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    CH-16 Charging T o start charging: 1. Push the P position switch to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the electric parking brake. 2. When charging the Li-ion battery , place the power switch in the OFF position. When the power switch is in the ON position, the Li- ion battery will not start charging. 3. Open the charge port lid a ...

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    5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the charge connector. 6. Follow the instructions on the quick charge equipment to start charging. When the equipment is properly installed and ready to charge a beep sounds twice and the charging status indicator light will change. See “Charging status indicator lights” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjust ...

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    CH-18 Charging CAUTION . As the quick charge connector is heavier in comparison to the other charge connectors, allowing it to drop could cause damage to the vehicle or charge connector or per- sonal injury. When removing the connector, be sure to pull it out straight and as carefully as possible. CHARGING TIMER Use charging timer to schedule when ...

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    2. T ouch [Set Timer 1] or [Set Timer 2]. The following procedure explains Timer 1 setting. 3. Enter the Li-ion battery charge start time. T ouch [% Charge] to change the amount of charging. T ouch [END Time] to change the time to stop charging. NOTE: . Charging timer is performed accord- ing to the current time setting on the bottom right of the d ...

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    CH-20 Charging 6. T ouch [Y es] if the settings shown on the screen are correct. 7. The [Timer 1] indicator illuminates after the charging timer is set. Use the same proce- dure to set the Timer 2 setting. 8. Place the power switch in the OFF position, and then connect the charge connector to the vehicle. NOTE: . Always place the power switch in th ...

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    . If charging timer and the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) are operat- ing at the same time due to an overlap of the timer settings, you can prioritize which function receives electrical power first. See LEAF Navigation Sys- tem Owner’s Manual. . When charging is set as the first priority, the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) does n ...

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    CH-22 Charging 1. Push the (Zero Emission menu) button . 2. T ouch [Charging Timer]. 3. T ouch [Set Timer 1] or [Set Timer 2]. ...

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    4. T ouch [% Charge]. 5. T ouch [80% Charging (Improves Battery Longevity)]. The indicator light illuminates when the long life mode is set to on. 6. T ouch [BACK] to return to the previous screen. 7. T ouch [Save Timer] when the settings are complete and a settings confirmation screen is displayed. 8. T ouch [Y es] if the settings shown on the scr ...

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    CH-24 Charging 9. The [Timer 1] or [Timer 2] indicator illumi- nates after the charging timer is set. Immediate charge When a charging timer is not turned on, charging automatically starts when a normal or trickle charge connector is connected to the vehicle. Use the immediate charge mode anytime you want to start charging when a charging timer is ...

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    or internet enabled smart phone even if you are not in the vehicle. . Remote charge: The function of starting Li-ion battery charge or starting the heater and air conditioner is available using your personal computer or internet enabled smart phone. . Unplugged status: A notification e-mail will be sent to your personal computer or internet enabled ...

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    CH-26 Charging CHARGING STA TUS INDICA TOR LIGHTS The charging status indicator lights * 1 to * 3 display the charging status, and are visible from both inside and outside the vehicle. Ready for charging timer If charging timer is set, the indicator lights illuminate, in order from * 1 to * 3 . The indicator lights turn off after approximately 15 m ...

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    When charging When the Li-ion battery is being charged, the charging status indicator lights will change depending on the amount the Li-ion battery is charged. When fully charged All of the indicator lights * 1 to * 3 illuminate when: . The Li-ion battery is fully charged . 80% of a charging timer is completed . When 90% of a quick charge is comple ...

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    CH-28 Charging When not charging None of the lights are illuminated when the Li- ion battery and 12-volt battery are not charging. EVSE (Electric V ehicle Supply Equipment) CONTROL BOX INDI- CA T OR LIGHT When a trickle charge is being performed, the charging status is shown by the indicator light that is on the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipm ...

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    READ Y CHARGE F AUL T Status and action to be taken *** Every time the EVSE (Electric V ehicle Supply Equipment) plug is connected to an outlet, all indicator lights illuminate for 0.5 seconds. * ** After initial processing is completed, when the EVSE (Electric V ehicle Supply Equipment) is not connected to the vehicle, or the EVSE (Electric V ehic ...

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    CH-30 Charging Symptom Possible cause Possible solution Charging cannot be per- formed. The vehicle power switch is in the ON position. Before charging, place the vehicle power switch in the OFF position. Both the normal charge connector and the quick charge connector are connected at the same time. The normal charge connector and the quick charge ...

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    Symptom Possible cause Possible solution Charging timer cannot be performed. 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 the upper display. Confirm that the date and time shown on the charging timer screen are the same ...

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    CH-32 Charging Symptom Possible cause Possible solution Normal charge stops in the middle of charging. There is no power coming from the outlet. There may have been a electrical power failure, or the breaker may have failed. Charging will resume when the power source is reset. The charge cable has been disconnected. Check that the charge cable has ...

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    1 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supple- mental restraint system Seats ........................................................................................... 1-2 Front seats ........................................................................... 1-3 Rear seats ........................................................................... 1-4 ...

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    1-2 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system WARNING . Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. Y ou could also slide under the lap belt and receive ...

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    FRONT SEA TS Front manual seat adjustment Forward and backward: Pull the lever * 1 up and hold it while sliding the seat forward or backward to the preferred position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position. Reclining: T o recline the seatback, pull the lever * 2 up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean y ...

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    1-4 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system REAR SEA TS Folding Before folding the rear seats: . Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hooks located on the side wall. See “Seat belt hooks ” later in this section. T o fold down the seatback, pull the release knob. T o return the seatback to the seating position, lift up eac ...

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    has been removed. If the head restraint was removed, reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint before an occupant uses the seating position. Failure to follow these instructions can reduce the effectiveness of the head restraints. This may increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. The illustration shows the seating positio ...

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    1-6 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Adjustment Adjust the head restraint so the center is level with the center of your ears. T o raise the head restraint, pull it up. T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint down. ...

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    Removal Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable head restraints. 1. Pull the head restraint up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint from the seat. 4. Store the head restraint properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle. 5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head restraint ...

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    1-8 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system The illustration shows the seating positions equipped with adjustable headrests. & Indicates the seating position is equipped with an adjustable headrest. Components 1. Adjustable headrest 2. Adjustment notch 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Adjustment T o raise the headrest, pull it up. ...

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    T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the headrest down. Removal Use the following procedure to remove the adjustable headrests. 1. Pull the headrest up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the headrest from the seat. 4. Store the headrest properly in a secure place so it is not loose in the vehicle. 5. Reins ...

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    1-10 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system PRECAUTIONS ON SEA T BEL T USAGE If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat with both feet on the floor, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. NISSA ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 96

    WARNING . Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be prop- erly restrained in the rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child restraint. . The seat belt should be properly adjusted to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and in- crease th ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 97

    1-12 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system . Once a seat belt pretensioner has activated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. . Removal and installation of the pretensioner system components should be done by a NISSAN certi- fied LEAF dealer. . All seat bel ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 98

    by cutting the seat belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife or scissors) to release the seat belt. Fastening the seat belts 1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section. 2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. . The retractor is designed to l ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 99

    1-14 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system of movement in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt when the vehicle slows down rapidly or during certain impacts. The Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode (child restraint mode) locks the seat belt for child restraint installation. When ALR mode is activated the seat belt cannot ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 100

    Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position that is best for you. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” earlier in this section. T o adjust, pull the adjustment button * 1 , and then move the shoulder belt anchor to the preferred position * 2 so that the belt passes over th ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 101

    1-16 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Center of rear seat Selecting correct set of seat belts: The center seat belt buckle is identified by the CENTER mark * A . The center seat belt tongue can be fastened only into the center seat belt buckle. SEA T BEL T EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 102

    WARNING Do not allow children to play with the seat belts. Most seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat belt becomes wrapped around a child’s neck with the ALR mode acti- vated, the child can be seriously injured or killed if the seat belt retracts and becomes tight. This can occur even ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 103

    1-18 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system use. SMALL CHILDREN Children that are over 1 year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) should remain in a rear-facing child restraint as long as possible up to the height or weight limit of the child restraint. Forward-facing child restraints are available for children who outgrow re ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 104

    PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RE- STRAINTS WARNING . Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and in- stallation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: — The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restraint ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 105

    1-20 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system For details, see “Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren System (LA T CH) ” later in this section. If you do not have a LA TCH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used. Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and small children of various s ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 106

    LA T CH lower anchor WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use and installa- tion of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passengers in a sudden stop or collision: . Attach LA TCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown in the illustration. . Do not secure a ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 107

    1-22 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system LA TCH rigid-mounted attachment When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint. T op tether anchor WARNING . If the cargo cover contacts the top tether strap when it is attached to the top tethe ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 108

    REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING LA TCH Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in “Child safety” and “Child restraints” earlier in this section before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the LA T CH system 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the c ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 109

    1-24 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Rear-facing — step 3 3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attach- ments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion an ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 110

    REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS WARNING The three-point seat belt with Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use the ALR mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or be loose and cause injury to a child i ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 111

    1-26 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Rear-facing — step 2 2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing. Rear-facing — step 3 3. Pull the shoulder b ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 112

    Rear-facing — step 5 5. Remove any additional slack from the child restraint. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your hand to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up on the seat belt. Rear-facing — step 6 6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 113

    1-28 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Front-facing (webbing-mounted) — step 2 2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach- ments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure that the LA TCH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether strap, route the to ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 114

    Front-facing — step 6 6. After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side while holding the child restraint near the LA T CH attachment path. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm) , from side to side. T ry to tug it forward and check to see if the LA T CH attachment ho ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 115

    1-30 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 2. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the seatback. If necessary, adjust the head restraint (front passenger seat only) or remove the head restraint/hea ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 116

    Front-facing — step 5 5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. Front-facing — step 6 6. Remove any additional slack from the seat belt. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center of the child restraint with your knee to compress the vehicle seat cushion and seatback while pulling up ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 117

    1-32 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 9. Check to make sure the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 2 through 8. 10. If the child restraint is installed on the front passenger seat, push the power switch to the ON position. The front passenger air bag status ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 118

    See “Adjustable headrests” earlier in this section for headrest adjustment, removal and installation information. Position the top tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point on the seatback. 4. Refer to the appropriate child restraint installation procedure steps in this section before tight ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 119

    1-34 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system . Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat * 1 is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’ ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 120

    Front passenger seat 1. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, move the seat to the rear- most position. 2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in the forward-facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufac- turer’s instructions. 3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is st ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 121

    1-36 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 7. If the booster seat is installed in the front passenger seat, push the power switch to the ON position. The front passenger air bag status light may or may not illuminate depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat used. See “Front passenger air bag and statu ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 122

    WARNING . The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover or lower sever- ity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. . The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status light is lit or i ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 123

    1-38 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steer- ing wheel or instrument panel. Al- ways use the seat belts. . The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fa ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 124

    WARNING . Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding posi- tions are shown in the illustrations. . Children may be severely injured or killed when the front air bags, side air bags or curtain air bags inflate if they are not ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 125

    1-40 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Do not lean against doors or windows. WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact sup- plemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags: . The side air bags and curtain air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear im- pact, rollo ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 126

    . The seat belts, the side air bags and curtain air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails. Do no ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 127

    1-42 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bag modules 4. Occupant classification sensors (weight sensors) 5. Occupant classification system control unit 6. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bag ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 128

    your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer to check the occupant classification system. . Until you have confirmed with your dealer that your passenger seat occupant classification system is working properly, position the occu- pants in the rear seating positions. This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN Advanced Air Bag System for the driver and front pass ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 129

    1-44 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system The front air bags operate only when the power switch is in the ON position. After the power switch is placed in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operationa ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 130

    Front passenger air bag: The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated under some conditions as described below as permitted by U.S. regulations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF , it will not inflate in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system. ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 131

    1-46 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system If the passenger air bag status light will not illuminate even though you believe that the child restraint, the seat belts and the occupant are properly positioned, the system may be sensing an unoccupied seat (in which case the air bag is OFF) . Y our NISSAN certified LEAF dealer ca ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 132

    . Removing or modifying the front passenger seat may affect the func- tion of the air bag system and result in serious personal injury. . Modifying or tampering with the front passenger seat may result in serious personal injury. For exam- ple, do not change the front seats by placing material on the seat cushion or by installing additional trim ma ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 133

    1-48 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 134

    such as seat covers, around the side air bag. . Work around and on the side air bag and curtain air bag systems should be done by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 135

    1-50 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. After pretensioner activation, load limiters allow the seat belt to release webbing (if necessary) to reduce forces against the chest. The supplemental air bag warning light ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 136

    When the power switch is in the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illumi- nates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and pretensioner systems need servicing: . The supplemental air bag warning light r ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 137

    1-52 Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system MEMO ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 138

    2 Instruments and controls Cockpit ....................................................................................... 2-3 Instrument panel ....................................................................... 2-4 Meters and gauges .................................................................. 2-5 Speedometer and odometer ................ ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 139

    Cargo cover (if so equipped) ...................................... 2-51 Stowing golf bags ........................................................... 2-53 Luggage side hook ......................................................... 2-53 Windows ................................................................................. 2-54 Power windows .... ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 140

    1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer 2. T rip computer switch 3. Instrument brightness control switch 4. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch — Headlight — Turn signal light — Fog light* 5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) — Driving range button — Audio control — Bluetoo ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 141

    2-4 Instruments and controls 1. Side ventilator 2. Meters and gauges 3. Center multi-function control panel (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) — Navigation system — Vehicle information and setting buttons — Bluetooth ® Hands-Free Phone System — Audio system 4. Hazard warning flasher switch 5. Center ventilator 6. Front passenge ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 142

    Upper display and lower display 1. Master warning lights 2. ECO indicator 3. Speedometer 4. Clock 5. Outside air temperature 6. T urn signal/Hazard indicator light 7. Li-ion battery temperature gauge 8. Warning/Indicator lights 9. Power meter 10. READY to drive indicator light 11. Dot matrix liquid crystal display — Odometer/twin trip odometer ? ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 143

    2-6 Instruments and controls SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per hour (km/h) . Odometer/twin trip odometer The odometer * 1 and twin trip odometer * 2 are displayed on the dot matrix liquid crystal display when the power switch is in the ON or READY to drive posi ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 144

    LI-ION BA TTERY TEMPERA TURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the temperature of the Li- ion battery . The temperature of the Li-ion battery is within the normal range when the display is within the zone * 1 shown in the illustration. The temperature of the Li-ion battery varies according to the outside air temperature and driving conditions. NOTE: . If t ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 145

    2-8 Instruments and controls The power meter also indicates if the power provided to the motor is limited or if regenerative braking is limited. When power or regenerative braking is limited, the circles on the display change from a double circle to a single circle * 2 . Regenerative braking is automatically reduced when the Li-ion battery is fully ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 146

    LI-ION BA TTERY A V AILABLE CHARGE GAUGE The gauge * 1 indicates the approximate available Li-ion battery charge to run the vehicle. Charge the Li-ion battery before the dis- play reaches the bottom line. The low battery charge warning light illumi- nates when the Li-ion battery available charge gauge is getting low. Charge as soon as it is conveni ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 147

    2-10 Instruments and controls LI-ION BA TTERY CAP ACITY LEVEL GAUGE This gauge indicates the amount of charge the Li-ion battery is capable of storing. When the capacity of the Li-ion battery decreases with age and usage, the level of the gauge will also decrease. OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERA TURE The outside air temperature is displayed in 8 Fo r 8 C. The ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 148

    accessories are on. Instant ECO driving level The instant ECO driving level * 1 is displayed by the number of bars that increase (more eco- nomical driving) or decrease (less economical driving) depending on vehicle operation. Long term ECO driving level Long term ECO driving is indicated by ECO TREE symbols. The longer the vehicle is operated econ ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 149

    2-12 Instruments and controls 12-volt battery charge warning light Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator light Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Master warning light (red/yellow) Plug in indicator light BRAKE system warning light (yellow) Seat belt warning light Power limitation indicator light BRAKE warning light (red) Sup ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 150

    CHECKING BULBS With all doors closed, apply the parking brake, and push the power switch in the ON position. The following lights will illuminate (if so equipped): , or , , The following lights illuminate briefly and then turn off: (yellow) , , or (red) , or , , , , , , , If any light does not illuminate, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an ope ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 151

    2-14 Instruments and controls battery may be discharged or there may be a malfunction in the 12-volt battery related system. — If the 12-volt charge warning light continues to illuminate when the vehicle is in the READ Y to drive mode, there may be a malfunction in the DC/DC converter. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for inspection. or Ant ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 152

    Low brake fluid warning light: When the power switch is in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If this warning light illuminates, the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light and the brake system warning light (yellow) also illuminate. If the light illuminates while the power switch is in the READ Y to drive position wit ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 153

    2-16 Instruments and controls EV system warning light This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the following systems. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. . T raction 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. See ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 154

    Starting and driving” section. WARNING . If the light does not illuminate when the power switch is placed in the ON position, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon as possible. . If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 155

    2-18 Instruments and controls Seat belt warning light The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the power switch is placed in the ON position, and will remain illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime will sound for approximately 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 156

    brake is applied and turns off if the electric parking brake is released. At the same time the master warning light (red) turns on. If the parking brake is released, the indicator and the master warning light turn off. If the indicator light blinks after the power switch in the ON or READY to drive position and it continues after the parking brake ...

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    T urn the light switch off when you leave the vehicle. Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warn- ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion. This scraping sound will first occur only when the brake pedal is depressed. After more wear of the brake pad ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 159

    2-22 Instruments and controls The dot matrix liquid crystal display * 1 is located in the lower display, and it displays charging related information, Average electricity con- sumption/Instant electricity consumption, Aver- age vehicle speed, Driving distance/Driving time (Elapsed time) , shift position indicator, the cruise control, the Intelligen ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 160

    INDICA TORS FOR OPERA TION Instruments and controls 2-23 ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 161

    2-24 Instruments and controls 1. READY to drive position opera- tion indicator This indicator appears while the vehicle is in the P (Park) position. This indicator means that the EV (Electric V ehicle) system will start when the power switch is pressed with the brake pedal depressed. 2. Key is not detected warning This warning appears in either of ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 162

    temperature warning feature. If the outside air temperature is below 37 8 F( 3 8 C) , the warning is displayed on the screen. The outside temperature sensor is located in front side of the vehicle. The sensor may be affected by road, wind directions and other driving conditions. The display may differ from the actual outside temperature or the temp ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 163

    2-26 Instruments and controls 17. Power limitation warning This display appears when the Li-ion battery capacity is getting too low to move the vehicle or if there is any reason to limit traction power (Li- ion battery low or high temperature etc.) . The power limitation indicator light and the master warning light (yellow) also illuminate. The [i] ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 164

    25. Cruise control indicator Cruise main switch indicator: This indicator is displayed when the cruise control main switch is pushed. When the main switch is pushed again, the indicator disap- pears. When the cruise control main switch indicator is displayed, the cruise control system is operational. Cruise set switch indicator: This indicator is d ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 165

    2-28 Instruments and controls Setting ? W arning check 1. Charging time Displays the estimated time to a full Li-ion charge (80% or 100%) . The time needed to charge the Li-ion battery charges based on: . Outside temperature . Li-ion battery temperature . Available electrical power supplied to the charger NOTE: . Immediately after charging has fin- ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 166

    Instant energy economy: The instant energy economy mode shows the instant energy economy via a moving bar graph. When regenerated energy is being stored in the Li-ion battery while driving, the instant energy economy display will show the maximum value. The maximum value will then continue to be displayed until the regenerated power is con- sumed. ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 167

    2-30 Instruments and controls used in the settings mode. Push the switch * B to scroll through the menus. Push the switch * A to select a menu. Skip: Push the switch * A to move to the warning check mode. Push the switch * B to select other menus. Clock: The clock can be adjusted in this menu. . Back Select this submenu to return to the top page of ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 168

    Factory settings: Select this menu to reset all values to the factory default settings except for the odometer set- tings. NOTE: When resetting to the factory settings, all previous settings made are restored to the default settings. T o return to the top page of the settings mode, select “BACK” . 6. Warning check Skip: Push the switch * A to m ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 169

    2-32 Instruments and controls 1. The notification is displayed on the upper left side of the screen. T ouch [Show] to display the screen showing detailed information. 2. The system displays a message screen and announces the contents of the message to warn that the Li-ion battery power level is low . Check the message displayed on the screen. T ouc ...

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    1. The notification is displayed on the upper left side of the screen. T ouch [Show] to display the screen showing detailed information. 2. The system displays a message screen and announces the contents of the message to warn that power output is restricted and inform the driver of the reason for this occurrence and what action is to be taken. IND ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 171

    2-34 Instruments and controls WARNING The tire replacement indicator is not a substitute for regular tire checks, in- cluding tire pressure checks. See “Changing wheels and tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec- tion. Many factors including tire infla- tion, alignment, driving habits and road conditions affect tire wear and ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 172

    1. Timer setting status (charging and A/C-Heater/Climate control) The timer setting status (ON or OFF) of the charge and the air conditioning/heater (climate control) can be checked. 2. Charging timer setting confirma- tion The charging timer starting hours, minutes and days for the next charge time that has been set can be checked. 3. Charging tim ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 173

    2-36 Instruments and controls How to arm the vehicle security system 1. Close all windows. The system can be armed even if the windows are open. 2. Place the power switch in the L OCK or OFF position and remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle. 3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with: . the LOCK button on the Intelligen ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 174

    another registered key, an automated toll road device or automated payment device on the key ring. Restart the EV system using the following procedure: 1. Leave the power switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds. 2. Place the power switch in the OFF position and wait approximately 10 seconds. 3. Repeat step 1 and 2 again. 4. Place the ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 175

    2-38 Instruments and controls certified LEAF dealer for a NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System service as soon as possible. Please bring all registered keys that you have when visiting a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for service. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 176

    The windshield wiper and washer operates when the power switch is in the ON position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper at the following speed: * 1 Intermittent — intermittent operation can be adjusted by turning the knob toward * A (Slower) or * B (Faster) . * 2 Low — continuous low speed operation * 3 High — continuous high speed ope ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 177

    2-40 Instruments and controls window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water. If the rear window wiper operation is interrupted by snow etc., the wiper may stop moving to protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper switch to the OFF position and remove the snow etc. on and around the wiper arms. After about 1 minut ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 178

    The instrument brightness control switch can be operated when the power switch is in the ON position. When the switch is operated, the dot matrix liquid crystal display switches to the brightness adjustment mode. Push the switch * 1 to display the setting menu of the brightness control on the dot matrix liquid crystal display . Push the * 1 button ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 179

    2-42 Instruments and controls Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically . T o set the autolight system: 1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the AUT O position * 1 . 2. Place the power switch in the ON position. 3. The autolight system automatically turns the head ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 180

    Headlight beam select * 1 T o select the low beam, put the lever in the neutral position as shown. * 2 T o select the high beam, push the lever forward while the switch is in the position. Pull it back to select the low beam. * 3 Pulling the lever toward you will flash the headlight high beam even when the headlight switch is in the OFF position. B ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 181

    2-44 Instruments and controls Headlight Aiming Control Manual type: Depending on the number of occupants in the vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may directly hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle ahead or the windshield of the oncoming ve ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 182

    Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency condi- tions. All turn signal lights will flash. WARNING . If stopping for an emergency, be sure to move the vehicle well off the road. . Do not use the hazard warning flashers while moving on the high- way unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly t ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 183

    2-46 Instruments and controls Push the switch again to turn the heated steering wheel system off manually. The indica- tor light turn off. NOTE: . If the surface temperature of the steer- ing wheel is above 68 8 F (20 8 C) when the switch is turned on, the system will not heat the steering wheel. This is not a malfunction. . If the outside temperat ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 184

    WARNING Do not use or allow occupants to use the seat heater if you or the occupants cannot monitor elevated seat tempera- tures or have an inability to feel pain in those body parts in contact with the seat. Use of the seat heater by such people could result in serious injury. CAUTION . Do not use the seat heater for extended periods or when no on ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 185

    2-48 Instruments and controls The front seats and the rear outboard seats can be warmed by built-in heaters. The switches located on the center console and at the side of the front passenger seatback can be operated independently of each other. 1. Place the power switch in the ON position. 2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as desired, de ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 186

    The power outlet is located in the instrument panel. CAUTION . The outlet and plug may be hot during or immediately after use. . Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12-volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical accessory. . Use the power outlet with the power switch is in the ON or READ Y to drive posi ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 187

    2-50 Instruments and controls Front Soft bottle holders CAUTION . Do not use the bottle holder for any other objects that could be thrown about in the vehicle and possibly injure people during sudden braking or an accident. . Do not use the bottle holder for open liquid containers. SUNGLASSES HOLDER WARNING Keep the sunglasses holder closed while d ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 188

    CAUTION . Do not use for anything other than glasses. . Do not leave glasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may da- mage the glasses. GLOVE BOX WARNING Keep the glove box lid closed while driving to prevent injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop. T o open the glove box, pull the handle. T o close, push ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 189

    2-52 Instruments and controls . Do not leave the cargo cover in the vehicle with it disengaged from the holder. . Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unse- cured cargo could cause personal injury. . Y our child could ...

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    2-54 Instruments and controls POWER WINDOWS WARNING . Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc . inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the windows. Use the win- dow lock switch to prevent unex - pected use of the power windows. . Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could un- knowingly activate ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 192

    Passenger side power window switch The passenger’s side power window switch will open or close only the corresponding window. T o open or close the window, push down or pull up the switch and hold it. Automatic operation The automatic operation is available for the switch that has an mark on its surface. T o fully open or close the window, comple ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 193

    2-56 Instruments and controls If the windows do not close auto- matically If the power window automatic function (closing only) does not operate properly, perform the following procedure to initialize the power window system. 1. Place the power switch in the ON position. 2. Close the door. 3. Open the window completely by operating the power window ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 194

    The map light control switch has three positions: ON * 1 , DOOR * 2 and OFF * 3 . The light * 4 (if so equipped) will illuminate when the headlight switch is turned to the or position. ON position When the switch is in the ON position * 1 , the map lights will illuminate. Door position When the switch is in the DOOR position * 2 , the map lights wi ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 195

    2-58 Instruments and controls — remains on for about 15 seconds. . doors are unlocked by pushing the UN- L OCK button or the request switch, with the power switch in the L OCK position — remains on for about 15 seconds. . any door is opened and then closed with the power switch in the L OCK position — remains on for about 15 seconds. . any do ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 196

    PROGRAMMING HomeLink ® T o program your HomeLink ® T ransceiver to operate a garage door, gate, or entry door opener, home or office lighting, you need to be at the same location as the device. Note: Garage door openers (manufactured after 1996) have “rolling code protection” . T o pro- gram a garage door opener equipped with “rolling code ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 197

    2-60 Instruments and controls perform step 7. For convenience, use the help of a second person for assis- tance when performing this step. 7. Quickly (within 30 seconds of pushing and releasing the garage door opener training button) and firmly push and release the HomeLink ® button that you have just pro- grammed. Push and release the HomeLink ® ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 198

    CLEARING PROGRAMME D INFOR- MA TION Individual buttons cannot be cleared, however to clear all programming, push and hold the two outside buttons and release them when the indicator light begins to flash (in approximately 20 seconds) . REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE HomeLink ® BUTTON T o reprogram a HomeLink ® Universal T ranscei- ver button, perform the ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 199

    2-62 Instruments and controls The Approaching V ehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) system is a function that uses sound to help alert pedestrians of the presence of the vehicle when it is being driven at a low speed. When the vehicle starts to move, it produces a sound. The sound stops when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 19 MPH (30 km ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 200

    3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Keys ............................................................................................. 3-2 Intelligent Keys .................................................................. 3-2 Doors ........................................................................................... 3-4 Locking with Mechani ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 201

    3-2 Pre-driving checks and adjustments A key number plate is supplied with your keys. Record the key number and keep it in a safe place (such as your wallet) , not in the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for duplicates by using the key number. NISSAN does not record any key numbers so it is very important to keep t ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 202

    ceed 140 8 F (60 8 C) . — Do not change or modify the Intelligent Key. — Do not use a magnet key holder. — Do not place the Intelligent Key near an electric appliance such as a television set, personal computer or cellular phone. — Do not allow the Intelligent Key to come into contact with water or salt water, and do not wash it in a washin ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 203

    3-4 Pre-driving checks and adjustments WARNING . Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat belts, this provides greater safety in the event of an accident by helping to prevent persons from being thrown from the vehicle. This also helps keep children and others from unintentionally opening the doors, and will help keep ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 204

    LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB T o lock the door without the key , move the inside lock knob to the lock position * 1 then close the door. T o unlock, move the inside lock knob to the unlock position * 2 . When the front door is locked, pulling the front door handle will unlock the front door. When locking the door without a key, be sure not to leav ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 205

    3-6 Pre-driving checks and adjustments 4. When activated, the hazard warning lights will flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard warning lights will flash once. 5. The power switch must be placed in the OFF and ON position again between each setting change. When the automatic door unlock system is deactivated, the doors do not unlock when the pow ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 206

    CAUTION . Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you when operating the vehi- cle. . Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. The Intelligent K ey is always communicating with the vehicle because it receives radio waves. The Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio waves. Environmental conditions may interfer ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 207

    3-8 Pre-driving checks and adjustments . Do not place the Intelligent Key for an extended period in an area where temperatures exceed 140 8 F (60 8 C) . . Do not attach the Intelligent Key to a key holder that contains a magnet. . Do not place the Intelligent Key near equipment that produces a mag- netic field, such as a TV, audio equipment, person ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 208

    DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRECAU- TION . Do not push the door handle request switch with the Intelligent Key held in your hand as illustrated. The close distance to the door handle will cause the Intelligent Key system to have difficulty recognizing that the In- telligent Key is outside the vehicle. . After locking with the door handle request switch, ver ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 209

    3-10 Pre-driving checks and adjustments INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATION Y ou can lock or unlock the doors without taking the key out from your pocket or bag. When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you can lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door handle request switch (driver’s or front passen- ger’s) * A or rear hatch request switch * B wit ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 210

    . Opening any door. . Pushing the power switch. During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all doors will be locked automatically after another 1 minute. Opening rear hatch 1. Carry the Intelligent Key . 2. Push the rear hatch opener switch * C . 3. The rear hatch will unlock and open. 12-VOL T BA TTERY ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 211

    3-12 Pre-driving checks and adjustments TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Possible cause Action to take When opening the driver’s door to get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds continu- ously. The power switch is pushed to the OFF position while the driver’s door is open. Close the driver’s door. The power switch is in the ACC pos ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 212

    HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTR Y FUNCTION WARNING . Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should con- tact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for the possible influ- ences before use. . The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pushed. The FA A advises that the radio w ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 213

    3-14 Pre-driving checks and adjustments * 1 L OCK button * 2 UNL OCK button * 3 P ANIC button Locking doors When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard indicator will flash and the horn will sound as a confirmation. For details, see “Setting hazard indicator and horn mode” later in this section. 1. Push the power switch to the OFF position an ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 214

    When the UNLOCK button * 2 is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes once. If horns are not necessary, the system can be switched to the hazard indicator mode. In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK button is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes twice. When the UNLOCK button is pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the horn operates. Hazard indic ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 215

    3-16 Pre-driving checks and adjustments WARNING . Make sure that the hood is comple- tely closed and latched before driv- ing. Failure to do so could cause the hood to open during driving and result in an accident. . If steam or smoke is emitting from the motor compartment, do not open the hood. Doing so could cause an injury. When opening the hood ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 216

    WARNING . Always make sure that the rear hatch has been closed securely to prevent it from opening while driv- ing. . Do not drive with the rear hatch open. . Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc . inside the vehicle before closing the rear hatch. T o open the rear hatch, unlock it and push the rear hatch opener switch * A . Pull up ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 217

    3-18 Pre-driving checks and adjustments When opening the charge port lid: 1. Pull the charge port lid opener handle located below the instrument panel. The charge port lid will then spring up slightly . 2. Put your hand into the under side of the lid and open until it is in the fully open position. When closing the charge port lid: 1. Slowly move t ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 218

    . Pay particular attention when using the normal charge port as the charge port lid can be closed even when the normal charge port cap is open. . Close the quick charge port cap before closing the charging lid. The quick charge port cap can be da- maged if it is open when closing the charge port lid. WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while d ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 219

    3-20 Pre-driving checks and adjustments 1. T o block out glare from the front, swing down the sun visor * 1 . 2. T o block glare from the side, remove the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side * 2 . INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR Adjust the angle of the inside rearview mirror to the preferred position. T ype A T ype B SUN VISORS MIRRORS ...

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    Automatic anti-glar e type The inside mirror is designed so that it automatically changes reflection based on the intensity of the headlights of the vehicle behind. The anti-glare system automatically turns on when the power switch is moved to the ON position. When the system is turned on, the indicator light * A will illuminate and excessive glare ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 221

    3-22 Pre-driving checks and adjustments The outside mirror control switch is located on the armrest. The outside mirror will operate only when the power switch is in the ACC or ON position. T urn the switch right or left to select the right or left side mirror * 1 , then adjust the mirror using the control switch * 2 . Defrosting outside mirrors (i ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 222

    4 V entilators and climate control systems V entilators ................................................................................... 4-2 Center ventilators ............................................................... 4-2 Side ventilators ................................................................... 4-2 Climate control system ....... ...

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    4-2 Ventilator s and climate control systems CENTER VENTILAT ORS Open/close the ventilators by moving the control to either direction. : This symbol indicates that the vents are closed. Moving the side control to this direction will close the ventilators. : This symbol indicates that the vents are open. Moving the side control to this direction wil ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 224

    WARNING . The air conditioning cooling func- tion operates only when the power switch is in the ON position or when the READY to drive indicator light is ON. . Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone either. On hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed veh ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 225

    4-4 Ventilator s and climate control systems Power switch position L OCK/OFF ACC ON READY to drive Fan - - Available Available Heater and air conditioner - - Available*1 Available A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) Available*2 - - - Remote control Available - - - *1: Can only be used during charging. *2: The charger must be connected. Push the ...

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    1. T emperature control button 2. (front defroster) button 3. MODE (manual air flow control) button 4. AUT O climate control ON button 5. A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) indicator 6. A/C (air conditioner) ON·OFF button 7. (fresh air intake) button 8. (fan speed control) button 9. (rear window defroster) button (See “Rear window and outsid ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 227

    4-6 Ventilator s and climate control systems . When the outside air circulation mode is on, push and hold the outside air circulation button for more than 1.5 seconds. . When the air recirculation mode is on, push and hold the air recirculation button for more than 1.5 seconds. When setting the automatic control mode, both indicator lights will bli ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 228

    T emperature control: Push the temperature control , button to set the desired temperature. The temperature range is between 64 8 F (18 8 C) and 90 8 F (32 8 C) . Air recirculation: Push the air recirculation button to change the air circulation mode. When the indicator light illuminates, the flowing air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Outside ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 229

    4-8 Ventilator s and climate control systems How to set A/C-Heater Timer (Cli- mate Ctrl. Timer) 1. Push the (Zero Emission menu) button. 2. T ouch [A/C-Heater Timer] ([Climate Ctrl. Timer]) . 3. T ouch [Set Timer 1] or [Set Timer 2]. The following procedure explains the Timer 1 setting. ...

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    4. Enter the departure time. 5. T o set the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) for different days of the week, touch [Assign Days]. Select the preferred timer setting for each day of the week. After setting, touch [OK]. The previous screen is displayed. 6. When the settings are completed, touch [Save Timer]. The settings confirmation screen wil ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 231

    4-10 V entilators and climat e control systems 8. The indicator of [Timer 1] illuminates after the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) is set. Use the same procedure to set the Timer 2 setting. 9. Place the power switch to the OFF position, and then connect the charge connector to the vehicle. Operation tips: . The A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 232

    . The A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) settings cannot be modified while it is operating. If timer settings are modified while the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) is operating, these changes will be reflected the next time the A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) operates. . When charging is set as the first priority, the A/C-Heater ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 233

    4-12 V entilators and climat e control systems — The vehicle must be located in a cellular phone coverage area. — The cellular phone must be located in an area with cellular phone cover- age. — The computer must be connected to the internet. . Some cellular phones are not compa- tible with this system and cannot be used to check the Li-ion ba ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 234

    OPERA TING TIPS . The automatic climate control is equipped with sensors as illustrated. The sensors * A and * B help maintain a constant tempera- ture. Do not put anything on or around these sensors. . T o push the AUT O switch will make the climate system reduce the power consump- tion. . When the AUT O switch is pushed, both the AUT O and A/C in ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 235

    4-14 V entilators and climat e control systems control system. SERVICING CLIMA TE CONTROL The climate control system in your NISSAN is charged with a refrigerant designed with the environment in mind. This refrigerant will not harm the earth’s ozone layer. Special char- ging equipment and lubricant are required when servicing your NISSAN climate ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 236

    5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ............................... 5-2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................... 5-2 Avoiding collision and rollover ........................................ 5-5 Off-road recovery ............................................................... 5-5 Rapid air pressure loss ... ...

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    5-2 Starting and driving WARNING . Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone either. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent op- eration of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 238

    pressure warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. . The Check tire Pressure warning appears on the dot matrix liquid crystal display when the low tire pressure warning light is illuminated and low tire pressure is detected. The Check tire Pressure warning turns off when the low tire pressure warning light turns off. The ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 239

    5-4 Starting and driving . Do not place metalized film or any metal parts (antenna, etc .) on the windows. This may cause poor re- ception of the signals from the tire pressure sensors, and the TPMS will not function properly. Some devices and transmitters may temporarily interfere with the operation of the TPMS and cause the low tire pressure warn ...

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    — If an electrical equipment is being used in or near the vehicle. — There is a malfunction in the TPMS system. — There is a malfunction in the horn or hazard indicators. — If the Easy Fill Tire Alert does not operate due to TPMS interference, move the vehicle about 3 ft (1 m) backward or forward and try again. If the Easy Fill Tire Alert i ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 241

    5-6 Starting and driving Rapid air pressure loss can affect the handling and stability of the vehicle, especially at highway speeds. Help prevent rapid air pressure loss by main- taining the correct air pressure and visually inspect the tires for wear and damage. See “Wheels and tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of t ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 242

    drugs, or some other physical condition. WARNING Do not operate the power switch while driving the vehicle except in an emer- gency. (The EV system shuts down when the power switch is pushed 3 consecutive times or the power switch is pushed and held for more than 2 seconds.) If the EV system stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 243

    5-8 Starting and driving OPERA TING RANGE FOR EV (Elec- tric Vehicle) ST ART FUNCTION The Intelligent Key function can only be used for starting the EV (Electric Vehicle) system when the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating range * 1 . When the Intelligent Key battery is almost discharged or strong radio waves are present near the oper ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 244

    or ON position. The power lock is designed so that the power switch position cannot be switched to L OCK until the vehicle is into the P (Park) position. When the power switch cannot be switched to the L OCK position, proceed as follows. 1. Push the P position switch on the selector lever to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position. 2. Push the p ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 245

    5-10 Starting and driving INTELLIGENT KEY BA TTERY DIS- CHARGE If the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, or environmental conditions interfere with the Intelligent Key operation, start the EV (Electric V ehicle) system in the READY to drive mode according to the following procedure: 1. Push the P (Park) position switch on the selector lever. 2. ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 246

    1. Confirm the parking brake is applied. 2. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park) position. The EV (Electric Vehicle) is designed not to operate unless the selector position is in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) positions. The Intelligent Key must be carried with you when operating the power switch. 3. Depress the brake pedal and push the power s ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 247

    5-12 Starting and driving . Do not hang items on the selector lever. This may cause an accident due to a sudden start. . Do not shift to the ECO position abruptly on slippery roads. This may cause a loss of control. NOTE: If the accelerator pedal is depressed when the vehicle is in the D (Drive) or ECO position and the driver’s seat belt is secur ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 248

    NOTE: The vehicle automatically applies the P (Park) position when the power switch is in the OFF position. WARNING . The selector lever is always in the center position when released. When the power switch is placed in the READY to drive position, the driver needs to confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park) position. The indicator next to the ? ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 249

    5-14 Starting and driving P (Park) : Use this shift position when the vehicle is parked or when placing the vehicle in the READ Y to drive position. Make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped. In order to switch to the P (Park) position, press the P position switch as shown in the illustration above once the vehicle has come to a complete sto ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 250

    The electric parking brake can be applied or released by operating the electric parking brake switch. WARNING . Be sure the electric parking brake is released before driving. Failure to do so could cause brake failure and lead to an accident. . Do not release the electric parking brake from outside the vehicle. . Do not leave children unattended in ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 251

    5-16 Starting and driving NOTE: . While the electric parking brake is applied or released, an operating sound is heard from the lower side of the rear seat. However, this is not a malfunction. . When the electric parking brake is frequently applied and released in a short period of time, the electric park- ing brake may not operate in order to prev ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 252

    PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CON- TROL . If the cruise control system malfunctions, it will cancel automatically. The SET indicator on the dot matrix crystal display will then blink to warn the driver. . If the SET indicator on the dot matrix crystal display blinks, turn the cruise control MAIN switch off and have the system checked by a NISSAN certified ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 253

    5-18 Starting and driving COAST switch and release it. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will maintain the set speed. . T o pass another vehicle, depress the accelerator pedal. When you release the pedal, the vehicle will return to the previously set speed. . The vehicle may not maintain the set speed on winding or hilly roads. ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 254

    V ehicle range depends on a number of factors. Actual vehicle range will vary depending upon: . speed, . vehicle load, . electrical load from vehicle accessories, . traffic and road conditions, NISSAN recommends the following driving habits to help maximize vehicle range: Before driving: . Follow recommended periodic maintenance. . Keep tires infla ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 255

    5-20 Starting and driving WARNING . Do not stop or park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a fire. . Never leave the vehicle in the READ Y to drive mode while the vehicle is unattended. . Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could un- knowingly activate switche ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 256

    WARNING . If the READY to drive indicator light is OFF while driving, the power assist for the steering will not work. Steering will be harder to operate. . When the electric power steering warning light illuminates while the READ Y to drive indicator light ON , the power assist for the steering will cease operation. Y ou will still have control of ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 257

    5-22 Starting and driving speed driving you may feel that regenerative brake provides less deceleration than the engine braking in an ordinary vehicle. This is normal. Less deceleration is provided by the regenera- tive brake system when the Li-ion battery is fully charged. Regenerative brake is automatically reduced when the Li-ion battery is full ...

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    ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE BREAK-IN Break in the parking brake shoes whenever the holding effect of the parking brake is weakened or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced, in order to maintain optimum braking performance. This procedure is described in the vehicle Service Manual, and it can be performed by a NISSAN certified LEAF d ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 259

    5-24 Starting and driving If the ABS warning light illuminates during the self-test or while driving, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Normal operation The ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH (5 to 10 km/h) . The speed varies according to road conditions. When the ABS senses that one or more wheels are close to lockin ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 260

    the power switch is placed in the OFF position then back to the ON position. The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that tests the system each time you start the EV (Electric Vehicle) and move the vehicle forward or in reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in the brake p ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 261

    5-26 Starting and driving CAUTION T o prevent damage to the Li-ion battery: Do not store a vehicle in temperatures below -13 8 F (-25 8 C) for over seven days. If the outside temperature is -13 8 F (-25 8 C) or less, the Li-ion battery may freeze and it cannot be charged or provide power to run the vehicle. Move the vehicle to a warm location. NOTE ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 262

    yourself” section. TIRE EQUIPMENT SUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide superior performance on dry pavement. How- ever, the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy condi- tions. If you operate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSAN recommends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four ...

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    5-28 Starting and driving MEMO ...

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    6 In case of emergency Roadside assistance program .............................................. 6-2 Emergency EV (Electric V ehicle) shut off .......................... 6-2 Flat tire ........................................................................................ 6-2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ................... 6-2 Repairing ...

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    6-2 In case of emergency In the event of a roadside emergency , Roadside Assistance Service is available to you. Please refer to your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.) or Warranty & Roadside Assistance Information Booklet (Canada) for details. T o shut off the EV (Electric Vehicle) system in an emergency situation while driving, perform the f ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 266

    and increase the likelihood of tire failure. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pres- sure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure warning li ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 267

    6-4 In case of emergency If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions below. CAUTION . T o avoid the emergency tire punc- ture kit being damaged during sto- rage or use: — Only use the emergency tire puncture repair kit on your ve- hicle. Do not use it on other vehicles. — Only use the kit to inflate the tires of your vehicle and to check t ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 268

    Getting emergency tire puncture repair kit T ake out the emergency tire puncture repair kit located under the cargo area. The repair kit consists of the following items: * 1 Tire sealant bottle * 2 Air compressor * 3 Speed restriction sticker Before using emergency tire punc- ture repair kit . If any foreign object (for example, a screw or nail) is ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 269

    6-6 In case of emergency 2. T ake the hose * 1 and the power plug * 2 out of the air compressor. Remove the cap of the bottle holder from the air compressor. 3. Remove the cap from the tire sealant bottle, and screw the bottle clockwise onto the bottle holder. (Leave the bottle seal intact. Screwing the bottle onto the bottle holder will pierce the ...

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    5. Remove the protective cap * A of the hose and screw the hose securely onto the tire valve. Make sure that the pressure release valve * B is securely tightened. Make sure that the air compressor switch is in the OFF (O) position, and then insert the power plug into the power outlet in the vehicle. 6. Push the power switch to the “ ACC” positi ...

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    6-8 In case of emergency If the tire pressure does not increase to 26 psi (180 kPa) within 10 minutes , the tire may be seriously damaged and the tire cannot be repaired with this tire repair kit. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. 7. When the tire pressure is at the specified amount, turn the air compressor off. If the tire cannot be inflated ...

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    . NISSAN recommends using only NISSAN Genuine Emergency Tire Sealant provided with your vehicle. Other tire sealants may damage the valve stem seal which can cause the tire to lose air pressure. T o start your EV system with a booster battery , the instructions and precautions below must be followed. Jump starting provides power to the 12-volt syst ...

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    6-10 In case of emergency WARNING . Always follow the instructions be- low. Failure to do so could result in damage to the DC/DC converter and cause personal injury. CAUTION . Do not attempt to perform a jump start on the 12-volt battery at the same time that the Li-ion battery is being charged. Doing so may da- mage the vehicle or charging equip- ...

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    compartment and that the cable clamps do not contact any other metal. 8. Start the engine of the booster vehicle * B . 9. While the booster vehicle * B engine is running, place the EV system in the READY to drive position. CAUTION If the system does not start right away, push the power switch to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds before trying ag ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 275

    6-12 In case of emergency in the P (Park) position, and the electric parking brake cannot be applied. If this occurs, place suitable blocks at both the front and back of a wheel to prevent the vehicle from moving. Failure to block a wheel may allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly which may result in serious personal injury or death. T o place the ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 276

    When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in Canada) and local regulations for towing must be followed. Incorrect towing equipment could damage your vehicle. T owing instructions are available from a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Local service operators are familiar with the applicable laws and procedures for towing. To assure proper towing a ...

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    6-14 In case of emergency T OWING RECOMMENDED BY NISSAN NISSAN recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (front) wheels off the ground or that the vehicle be placed on a flatbed truck as illustrated. CAUTION . Never tow with the front wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (forward or backward) , as this may cause serious an ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 278

    Front VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing stuck vehicle) WARNING . Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. . Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode, which could result in serious injury. Parts of the vehicle could also over- heat and be damaged. Pulling a stuck vehicle Do not use the tie down hook for towing or vehicle recovery . Fron ...

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    6-16 In case of emergency . Never tow a vehicle using the vehi- cle tie down hook or recovery hook. . Always pull the cable straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull on the vehicle at an angle. . Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake or cool- ing systems. . Pulling devices suc ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 280

    If the electric parking brake cannot be released by operating the electric parking brake switch, the parking brake can be mechanically released. Note that the following procedure must be performed only when the parking brake needs to be released in an emergency . NOTE: . Depending on the type of parking brake system malfunction, the parking brake s ...

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    6-18 In case of emergency . If the vehicle is driven with the electric parking brake applied, the electric brake components may overheat causing a deterioration in electric parking brake effectiveness and premature electric parking brake wear. . The electric parking brake mechan- ical release tool should be used only to release the electric parking ...

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    7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ...................................................................... 7-2 Washing ................................................................................ 7-2 Waxing .................................................................................. 7-2 Removing spots ................................. ...

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    7-2 Appearance and care In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle, it is important to take proper care of it. T o protect the paint surfaces, wash your vehicle as soon as you can: . after a rainfall to prevent possible damage from acid rain . after driving on coastal roads . when contaminants such as soot, bird droppings, tree sap, metal ...

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    Machine compound or aggressive polishing on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks. REMOVING SPOTS Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible from the paint surface to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at a NISSAN certified LEA ...

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    7-4 Appearance and care wheel temperature should be the same as ambient temperature. . Rinse the wheel to completely re- move the cleaner within 15 minutes after the cleaner is applied. CHROME PARTS Clean chrome parts regularly with a non- abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish. TIRE DRESSING NISSAN does not recommend the use of tire dressin ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 286

    CAUTION . Never use benzine, thinner, or any similar material. . Small dirt particles can be abrasive and damaging to the leather sur- faces and should be removed promptly. Do not use saddle soap, car waxes, polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents or am- monia-based cleaners as they may damage the leather’s natural finish. . Never u ...

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    7-6 Appearance and care Floor mat positionin g aid (driver’s side only) This vehicle includes front floor mat brackets to act as floor mat positioning aid. NISSAN floor mats have been specially designed for your vehicle model. The driver’s side floor mat has grommet holes incorporated in it. P osition the mat by placing the floor mat bracket ho ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 288

    MOST COMMON FACTORS CON- TRIBUTING TO VEHICLE CORRO- SION . The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas. . Damage to paint and other protective coat- ings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor traffic accidents. ENVIRONMENT AL FACTORS IN- FLUENCE THE RA TE OF CORRO- SION Moisture Accu ...

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    7-8 Appearance and care MEMO ...

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    8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirement ....................................................... 8-2 Scheduled maintenance ................................................... 8-2 General maintenance ........................................................ 8-2 Where to go for service .................................................. ...

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    8-2 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Y our new NISSAN has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with long service intervals to save you both time and money . However, some day-to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your NISSAN’s fine mechanical condition, as well as its EV (Electric V ehicle) system performance. It ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 292

    When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently. Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal lights and other lights are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check the aim of the headlights. Road wheel nuts (lug ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 293

    8-4 Maintenance and do-it-yourself webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. Steering wheel: Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play, hard steering or strange noises. Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are operating properly. Windshield defroster: Check that the air emits from ...

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    maintenance. . Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the parking brake securely and chock the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. Push the P position switch on the selector lever or place the vehicle into the N (Neutral) position. . If you must work with the EV (Electric vehicle) system is turned on, keep hands, clothing, hair and tools ...

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    8-6 Maintenance and do-it-yourself the ON position and then in the OFF position to prevent the 12-volt bat- tery automatically being charged by the Li-ion battery. See “Charging the 12-volt battery” in the “EV. Overview” section. This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section gives instructions regarding only those items that are rela ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 296

    The cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant protection. The antifreeze solution con- tains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional cooling system additives are not necessary . WARNING . Never remove the ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 297

    8-8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself CHECKING COOLANT LEVEL Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the high voltage parts are cold. If the coolant level is below the MIN level * 2 , open the reservoir cap and add coolant up to the MAX level * 1 . If the reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the coolant tank when the high voltage parts ...

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    When checking or replacement is required, we recommend a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for servicing. CAUTION . Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic Fluid S. Do not mix with other fluids. . Using reduction gear fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic Fluid S will damage the reduction gear, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty. For ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 299

    8-10 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Except for Canada T o check the fluid level, use your finger to plug the center hole * 1 of the cap/tube assembly, then remove it from the reservoir. If there is no fluid in the tube, add fluid. For Canada Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodi- cally . Add window washer fluid when the low washer fluid wa ...

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    . Keep the 12-volt battery surface clean and dry . Clean the 12-volt battery with a solution of baking soda and water. . Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened. WARNING . Do not expose the 12-volt battery to flames or electrical sparks. Hydro- gen gas generated by the 12-volt battery is explosive. Do not allow 12-vol ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 301

    8-12 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 1. Remove the cell plugs * A . 2. Add distilled water up to the UPPER LEVEL * 1 line. If the side of the 12-volt battery is not clear, check the distilled water level by looking directly above the cell; the condition * 1 indicates OK and the condition * 2 needs more to be added. 3. Tighten cell plugs * A . V ehic ...

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    Pulling up the wiper arm The wiper arm should be in the up position when replacing the wiper. Pull up the wiper arm manually or using the wiper rise-up function. Wiper rise-up function: T o pull up the wiper arm, pull the lever * 1 within one minute after the power switch is turned off. The wiper operation stops in mid-operation and wiper arm can b ...

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    8-14 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Replacing 1. Push the release tab * A , and move the wiper blade down the wiper arm * 1 while pushing the release tab to remove. 2. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds. 3. Rotate the wiper blade so that the dimple is in the groove. CAUTION . After wiper blade replacement, re- turn t ...

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    Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer if checking or replacement is required. If the brakes do not operate properly, have the brakes checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. WARNING Do not adjust the height of the brake pedal. Doing so could alter the effec- tiveness of the brakes, which could result in a serious accident and perso- nal injury. ...

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    8-16 Maintenance and do-it-yourself MO TOR COMPARTMENT WARNING . Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high-voltage parts and cables, as well as their connec- tors. High-voltage cables are co- lored orange. T ouching, disassembling, removing or repla- cing those parts and cables can cause severe burns or electric shock that may result in ...

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    Fusible links If any electrical equipment does not operate and the fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links in the holders * 1 , * 2 and * 3 . If any of these fusible links are melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN parts. For checking and replacing the fusible links in the holders * 1 , * 2 and * 3 , contact a NISSAN certified LEAF d ...

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    8-18 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 5. If the fuse is open * A , replace it with a new fuse * B . 6. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked, and if necessary repaired, by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. CAUTION . Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery and removed parts. . An improperly disposed battery can har ...

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    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 could cause a malfunction. . Hold the battery by the edges. Holding the battery across the contact points will seriously deplete the storage capacity . . Make sure that the + side faces ...

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    8-20 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 1. Front parking light 2. Headlight (low-beam) 3. Front turn signal light 4. Front side marker light 5. Map light 6. Ceiling light 7. Front fog light (if so equipped) 8. Headlight (high-beam) 9. Side turn signal light 10. High-mounted stop light 11. Rear combination light (stop/tail/turn signal/back- up light/rea ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 310

    HEADLIGHTS Replacing Halogen headlight (high-beam) : The headlight high-beam is a semi-sealed beam type that uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. CAUTION . Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight reflector for a long period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke, etc . entering the headlight body may affect bulb performance. . High-pressure halo ...

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    8-22 Maintenance and do-it-yourself EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item Wattage (W) Bulb No. Headlight low beams* LED — Headlight high beams (Halogen) 65 H9 Front turn signal light 27 3457NAK Front fog light (if so equipped)* 55 H11 Front side marker light 5 W5W Front park light 5 W5W Side turn signal light 5 WY5W Rear combination light T urn signa ...

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    Front side marker light Front turn signal light Parking light Side turn signal light License plate light Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-23 ...

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    8-24 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Rear combination light 1. Remove the rear combination attachment bolt * 1 . 2. Pull the rear combination assembly evenly toward rear of the vehicle * 2 . 3. T urn the bulb socket and then remove the bulb * 3 . Map light Cargo light ...

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    Ceiling light If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency” section. TIRE PRESSURE Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pressure of all tires. When the low tire pressure warning light is lit and the Check tire Pressure w ...

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    8-26 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Incorrect tire pressure, including un- der inflation, may adversely affect tire life and vehicle handling. WARNING . Improperly inflated tires can fail suddenly and cause an accident. . The Gross V ehicle Weight rating (GVWR) is located on the F.M.V. S.S. certification label. The ve- hicle weight capacity is indi ...

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    Tire and Loading Information label * 1 Seating capacity: The maximum number of occupants that can be seated in the vehicle. * 2 V ehicle load limit: See “V ehicle loading information” in the “9. T echnical and consumer information” section. * 3 Original size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory . * 4 Col ...

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    8-28 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Checking tire pressure 1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire. 2. Press the pressure gauge securely onto the valve stem. Do not press too hard or force the valve stem sideways, other- wise air will escape. If the hissing sound of air escaping from the tire is heard while checking the pressure, reposition the ...

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    Example * 1 Tire size (example: P215/60R16 94H) 1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is designed for passenger vehicles. (Not all tires have this information.) 2. Three-digit number (215): This number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. 3. T wo-digit number (60): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gi ...

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    8-30 Maintenance and do-it-yourself 5. Three-digit code: Date of Manufacture 6. Four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built. For example, the numbers 3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If these numbers are missing, then look on the other sidewall of the tire. * 3 Tire ply composition and material The number of layers or plies of rubb ...

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    All season tires NISSAN specifies all season tires on some models to provide good performance all year, including snowy and icy road conditions. All Season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better snow traction than All Season tires and may be more appro- priate in some areas. Sum ...

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    8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotation NISSAN recommends rotating the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) . As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque using a torque wrench. Wheel nut tightening torque: 80 ft-lb (108 N·m) The wheel nuts must be kept tigh- tened to the specification at a ...

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    . The original tires have built-in tread wear indicators. When wear indicators are visible, the tire(s) should be replaced. . Tires degrade with age and use. Have tires, over 6 years old checked by a qualified techni- cian, because some tire damage may not be obvious. Replace the tires as necessary to prevent tire failure and possible personal inju ...

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    8-34 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling 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 vehicle could lead to mecha ...

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    9 T echnical and consumer information Capacities and recommended lubricants .......................... 9-2 Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations .............................................. 9-3 Specifications ............................................................................ 9-4 Charging system .............. ...

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    9-2 T echnical and consumer informat ion The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure that is described in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (approximate) Recommended specifications US measure ...

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    AIR CONDITIONING SY STEM RE- FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE- COMMENDA TIONS The air conditioning system in your NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refrigerant, HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, compressor oil ND-OIL11 or the equiva- lents. CAUTION The use of any other refrigerant or oil will cause severe damage to the air conditioning system and will ...

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    9-4 T echnical and consumer informat ion CHARGING SY STEM Rated input voltage AC120V (single phase) , AC240V (single phase) Rated input frequency 60Hz Maximum rated current 12A (AC120V) , 18A (AC240V) Maximum power consumption 1.4 kVA (AC120V) , 4.8 kV A (AC240V) Supply system TN-S system Sensitive current of GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) circuit ...

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    MO TOR Model EM61 WHEELS AND TIRES Road wheel T ype Size Offset in (mm) Aluminum 16 6 6 1/2J 1.57 (40) Tire T ype Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold] Conventional P205/55R16 89H 36 (250) DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS Overall length in (mm) 175.0 (4,445)*1 174.8 (4,440)*2 Overall width in (mm) 69.7 (1,770) Overall height in (mm) 61.0 (1,550) Front tread in (mm) ...

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    9-6 T echnical and consumer informat ion When planning to travel in another coun- try, you should first find out if the charging equipment is compatible with that country’s electrical system. When transferring the registration of your vehicle to another country, state, province or district, it may be necessary to modify the vehicle to meet local ...

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    TRACTION MOT OR SERIAL NUM- BER The serial number of the traction motor is stamped on the traction motor as shown. F .M .V.S.S./C.M .V.S.S CERTIFICA- TION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (F .M.V.S.S./C.M.V .S.S.) certification label is affixed as shown. This label contains valuable vehicle information, such as: Gross V ehi ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 331

    9-8 T echnical and consumer informat ion TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driver’s side center pillar as shown. AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA TION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is at- tached to the underside of the hood as shown in the illustrat ...

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    Perform the following procedure to mount the license plate. Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the plastic bag. . License plate bracket . J-nut 6 2 . Screw 6 2 . Screw grommet 6 2 1. Align the height of the license plate bracket with the position of * A . 2. Align the position * B of the license plat ...

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    9-10 T echnical and consumer information the fascia.) 5. Insert grommets into the mounting holes on the fascia. 6. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the grommet hole and turn the part * C 90 8 . 7. Insert a J-nut into the license plate bracket before placing the license plate bracket on the fascia. 8. Install the license plate bracket with screw ...

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    used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label. . Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of occu- pants from the load limit. VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle shown as “T ...

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    9-12 T echnical and consumer information 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or (640 ? ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 336

    LOADING TIPS . The GVW must not exceed the GVWR or GAWR as specified on the F .M.V.S. S./C.M.V .S.S. certification label. . Do not load the front and rear axle to the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the GVWR. WARNING . Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks ...

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    9-14 T echnical and consumer information T owing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground is sometimes called flat towing. This method is typically used when towing a vehicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor home. CAUTION . Failure to follow these guidelines can result in severe reduction gear damage. . DO NOT tow this vehicle ...

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    WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combi- nation, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure. For USA If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could ...

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    9-16 T echnical and consumer information ers) or www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere (French speakers) . T o notify NISSAN of any safety concerns please contact our Consumer Information Centre toll free at 1-800-387-0122. In addition to Event Data Recorders (EDRs) discussed elsewhere in this Owner’s Manual, this vehicle is equipped with electronic modu ...

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    future may also not function without telematics data transmission. CARWINGS TM telematics services are provided by NISSAN pursuant to a subscription services agreement covering your vehicle. This agree- ment is necessary for all owners. This agree- ment, and an explanation of its terms and conditions, can be found at the NISSAN Own- er’s P ortal ...

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    9-18 T echnical and consumer information initial free term if you do not wish to renew your subscription agreement at the prices then in effect. This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR) . The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacl ...

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    Genuine NISSAN Service Manuals for this model year and prior can be purchased. A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is the best source of service and repair information for your vehicle. This manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Genuine NISSAN Own- er’s Manuals can also be purchased. ...

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    9-20 T echnical and consumer information MEMO ...

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    10 Index A A/C-Heater Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) .................. 4-7 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ............................ 5-23 Advanced air bag system ......................................... 1-42 Air bag system Advanced air bag system .................................. 1-42 Front passenger air bag and status light....... 1-44 Front-sea ...

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    10-2 Index Checking coolant level .......................................... 8-8 Cooling system .............................................................. 8-7 Corrosion protection ............................................ ........ 7-7 Cruise control ............................................................... 5-17 Cup holders............. ...

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    Interior light replacement ........................................... 8-22 Interior lights................................................................. 2-56 ISOFIX child restraint ................................................. 1-20 J Jump starting ...................................................... ............ 6-9 K Keyless entry With I ...

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    10-4 Index Parking brake mechanically release ....................... 6-16 Power Electric power steering system ........................ 5-21 Power door lock ...................................................... 3-4 Power windows ................................................. ... 2-54 Power economy............................................... ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 348

    Precautions on supplemental restraint system ..................................................... 1-36 Switch Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF switch ................................................ 2-62 Autolight switch .................................................... 2-42 Fog light switch................................... ...

  • Nissan Leaf (2011) - page 349

    10-6 Index Washer switch Rear window wiper and washer switch ......... 2-39 Windshield wiper and washer switch............. 2-38 Washing ........................................................................... 7-2 Waxing............................................................................. 7-2 Weights (See dimensions and weights)......... ...

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    The label is typically located on the driver side center pillar or on the driver’s door. For additional information, see “Wheels and tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. COLD TIRE PRESSURES ...

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