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F o r y o u r s a f e t y , r e a d c a r e f u l l y a n d k e e p i n t h i s v e h i c l e . O W N E R ' S M A N U A L 2 0 1 5 L E A F 2 0 1 5 N I S SA N L EA F ZE 0- D ZE0-D P ri n t i ng : J u ly 2 0 14 ( 1 2 ) P ub l i c at i o n No . : OM 1 5 E A 0 Z E 0 U1 P ri n t e d i n U SA I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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W elcome 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 ...
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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, performance, design or compo- nent suppliers without notice and without obliga- tion. From time to time, NISSAN may update or revise this manual to provide Owners with the most accurate in ...
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Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above call attention to an item in the illustration. [] : Indicates a key/item displayed on the screen. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING WARNING Certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de- fects or other reproductive harm. I ...
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NISSAN CUST OMER 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 ...
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T able of contents Illustrated table of contents EV Overview Charging Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Starting and driving In case of emergency Appearance and care Maintenance and do-it yourself T ...
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I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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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 ......................... .0-4 Passenger compartment .................. .0-5 Cockpit ............................ .0-6 Instrument panel ....................... .0-8 ...
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1. Rear head restraints/headrests (P 1-5) 2. Child restraint anchor points (for top tether strap child restraint) (P 1-32) 3. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bags (P 1-36) 4. Seat belts (P 1-8) 5. Front head restraints/headrests (P 1-5) 6. Seat belt pretensioners (P 1-49) 7. Front seats (P 1-3) 8. Supplemental front-impact air b ...
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1. Charge port lid (P 3-19) 2. Hood (P 3-17) 3. Headlight and turn signal lights — Switch operation (P 2-42) — Bulb replacement (P 8-22) 4. Windshield wiper and washer — Switch operation (P 2-38) — Blade replacement (P 8-13) — Window washer fluid (P 8-10) 5. Side camera (if so equipped) (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) 6. Ou ...
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1. Rear view camera* (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) 2. Rear window wiper and washer — Switch operation (P 2-40) — Window washer fluid (P 8-10) 3. High-mounted stop light — Bulb replacement (P 8-23) 4. Rear window defroster (P 2-41) 5. Solar cell module (if so equipped)* (P EV-30) 6. Antenna . 4-46 (See LEAF Information Sys- te ...
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1. Ceiling light (P 2-58) 2. Sun visors (P 3-21) 3. Map lights (P 2-57) — Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System microphone (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) 4. Sunglasses holder (P 2-51) 5. Inside rearview mirror (P 3-23) — HomeLink®* (if so equipped) (P 2-59) 6. Cargo area — T onneau cover* (if so equipped) (P 2-53) — EVSE (Ele ...
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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 2-42) — T urn signal light (P 2-44) — Fog light (if so equipped) (P 2-44) 5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) (See LEAF Navigation System Owne ...
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11. V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P 2-48) 12. Charge timer OFF switch (P 2-49) 13. Charge connector lock switch (P 2-49) 14. Charge port lid opener switch (P 2-48) 15. Tilting steering wheel lever (P 3-21) 16. Heated seat switch (P 2-46) 17. Shift lever (P 5-12) 18. Storage tray (P 2-50) Illustrated table of contents 0-7 I n f o r m a ...
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1. Side vents (P 4-8) 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 6-2) 5. Center vents (P 4-8) 6. Rear window defroster ...
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This vehicle is equipped with an upper display and a lower display . 1. Master warning light (P 2-18) 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 2-21) 7. Li-ion battery temperature gauge (P 2-7) 8. Warning/indicator lights (P 2-12) 9. Power meter ( ...
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1. Brake fluid reservoir (P 8-10) 2. 12-volt battery (P 8-11) 3. Fuse/fusible link holder (P 8-16) 4. Fuse/fusible link holder (P 8-16) 5. Coolant tank cap (P 8-7) 6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P 8-10) 7. Fuse/fusible link holder (P 8-16) MO T OR COMP ARTMENT 0-10 Illustrated table of contents I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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Warn- ing light Name Page 12-volt battery charge warning light 2-13 Anti-lock Braking Sys- tem (ABS) warning light 2-14 Approaching V ehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) system warning light 2-14 BRAKE system warning light (yellow) 2-14 BRAKE warning light (red) 2-15 Warn- ing light Name Page Electric shift control sys- tem warning light 2-16 EV sys ...
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Indica- tor light Name Page High beam indicator light (blue) 2-19 Plug in indicator light 2-20 P ower limitation indica- tor light 2-20 READ Y to drive indica- tor light 2-20 Security indicator light 2-21 T urn signal/hazard indi- cator lights 2-21 V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light 2-21 0-12 Illustrated table of contents I n f o r ...
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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 warmer ................. .EV-5 High voltage precautions ................. .EV-7 High-voltage components .............. .E ...
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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 Owner’s Manual for this reason. The main difference is the LEAF is powered by electricity. The LEAF does not req ...
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NO TE: • If the outside temperature is −13°F (−25°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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There are three levels of information that will be displayed as the Li-ion battery becomes dis- charged: 1. The following warning lights illuminate on the instrument panel and messages are displayed on the vehicle information display at the same time to indicate low Li-ion battery charge: • The low battery charge warning light • The master warn ...
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there is no power available to drive the ve- hicle. Contact Roadside assistance service shown in your NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet. See “If the Li-ion battery becomes completely discharged” in the “In case of emergency” section. CHARGING THE 12-VOL T BA TTERY The 12-volt battery is charged automatically us- ing electricity stored in ...
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• The Li-ion battery warmer uses Li-ion bat- tery power to operate, even if the vehicle is connected to a charger when: – the vehicle’s power switch is in the ON position. – there is no electrical power being sup- plied to the charging equipment. • When the Li-ion battery warmer is already in operation using an external power source, it w ...
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HIGH-VOL T AGE COMPONENTS WARNING • The EV (Electric Vehicle) system uses high voltage up to approximately 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. Fol- low the warning labels that are at- tached to the vehicle. • Never disassembl ...
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WARNING In case of a collision: • If your vehicle is drivable, pull your vehicle off the road, push the P (Park) position switch on the shift lever, apply the parking brake and turn the EV (Electric Vehicle) system off. • Check your vehicle to see if there are exposed high-voltage parts or cables. For their locations, see “High voltage compon ...
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EMERGENC Y SHUT -OFF S Y 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 (Elec ...
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• Less deceleration is provided by the re- generative brake system when the Li-ion battery is fully charged. Regenerative brake is automatically reduced when the Li-ion battery is fully charged to prevent the Li-ion battery from becoming over- charged. Regenerating brake is also auto- matically reduced when the battery tem- perature is high/low ( ...
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EV Overview EV-11 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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EV-12 EV Overview I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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BEFORE DRIVING Y OUR VEHICLE (MODELS WITH NA VIGA TION S Y STEM) The Li-ion battery charging status and the Li-ion battery warmer operation 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 condi- tio ...
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Checking Li-ion battery charging status The Li-ion battery charge status can be checked on the NISSAN CARWINGS Data Center web- site via an internet enabled smart phone or per- sonal computer. If the Li-ion battery is not sufficiently charged, you can start charging the Li-ion battery via the re- mote charge function. See “Charging related re- mo ...
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Operating the climate control system before driving The vehicle heating and air conditioning system can be turned on via remote control with an internet enabled smart phone or personal com- puter. This allows the interior of the vehicle to be heated or cooled while the vehicle is charging. This re- duces the load on the Li-ion battery while the veh ...
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Notification of the Li-ion battery warmer operation Y ou can be notified the Li-ion battery warmer operation on the NISSAN CARWINGS Data Center website via an internet enabled smart phone or personal computer. When the power switch is in the OFF position and charge connector is not connected, if the Li-ion battery warmer starts or stops, it notifie ...
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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 “Instruments and controls” section. 4. For models with navigation system: If route guidance is necessary , enter the desti ...
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DRIVING THE VEHICLE 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Release the parking brake. 3. Move the shift lever into the D (Drive) position. When released, the shift 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 shift lever illuminates and “D” is displayed ...
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Use the ECO position for maximum vehicle range and for city driving. The ECO position helps re- duce power consumption by reducing accelera- tion when compared to the same accelerator pedal position in the D (Drive) position. Without navigation system model: When the ECO position is used, more regenerative brake is applied when the accelerator peda ...
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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 “Instruments and controls” section. Charge the Li-ion battery as soon as possible. EV-20 EV Overview I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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Parking the vehicle 1. When stopping the vehicle, push the P (Park) position switch on the shift lever while de- pressing the brake pedal. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park) position by checking the shift indicator located near the shift lever or on the vehicle information display . 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Push the power switch to t ...
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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 to have the vehicle charge at a specific time. See “Charging timer” in the “Charge” sec- tion. 1. When the power ...
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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 ve- hicle range with a fully charged Li-ion battery is estimated to be 84 mi ...
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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 regenerative brake system. The primary purpose of re- generative brake system is to provide some power to recharge the Li-ion battery and extend driving range. A secondary benefit is “engine braki ...
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LI-ION BA TTER Y MAINTENANCE In addition to the regular maintenance recom- mended by NISSAN, the LEAF requires some special Li-ion battery inspections. • See the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet for significant limitations, exclusions and pos- sible voiding of your warranty resulting from failure to have these necessary inspections, re- pairs ...
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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 op- eration of vehicle accessories affects power con- sumption. For additional information, see “ECO indicator” in the “Instruments and controls” section. Lower display Li-ion batter ...
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Driving range: This indicator displays the estimated driving range (calculated based on a program that ac- counts for current driving style and operational conditions) that can be driven before recharging is necessary . For additional information, see “Driving range” in the “Instruments and controls” section. Li-ion battery available charge ...
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W arning and indicator lights The EV (Electric Vehicle) system uses the follow- ing 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. READ Y to drive indicator light 6. Power limitation indicator light 7. ...
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The sound starts when the vehicle speed is less than 16 MPH (25 km/h) while decelerating. 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. WARNING • If the sound cannot be heard, pedestri- ans may not notice the oncoming ve- hicle, which may cause an accident r ...
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SOLAR CELL MODULE (IF SO EQUIPPED) This vehicle uses a solar cell module to provide power to the 12-volt battery . The solar cell mod- ule 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 provide power to the Li-ion battery . For maintenance, s ...
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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 ................ .CH-11 How to quick charge (if so equipped) ...... .CH-15 Charge connector lock switch .......... .CH-18 Charging methods ...
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WARNING • If you use any medical electric devices, such as an implantable cardiac pace- maker or an implantable cardiovascu- lar defibrillator, check with the electric medical device manufacturer concern- ing the effects that charging may have on implanted devices before starting the charge operation. Charging may affect the operation. • If you ...
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• Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE (Electric V ehicle 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 ...
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NO TE: • When charging the Li-ion battery, place the power switch in the OFF position. When the power switch is in the ON posi- tion, the Li-ion battery will not start charg- ing. • If the charger is connected to the vehicle when it is in the READY to drive position, the power switch automatically changes to the ON position. Place the power swi ...
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TYPES OF CHARGE AND HOW T O CHARGE THE LI-ION BA TTER Y Charging CH-5 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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CH-6 Charging I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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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 com- pletely discharging the Li-ion battery and being unable to drive. There are three methods available to charge t ...
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hardware and software differences. NISSAN is working with state, municipalities utility compa- nies and others to assist in the preparation of markets and infrastructure, but makes no repre- sentations that public charging stations will be available in locations where you wish to operate the vehicle, nor can NISSAN predict the period of time it may ...
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• Check by using the Li-ion battery available charge gauge on the meter when the power switch is placed in the ON position. See “Li-ion battery available charge gauge” in the “Instru- ments and controls” section and “Li-ion battery low charge warning” in the “Instruments and controls” section. • Check by using the charging statu ...
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• NISSAN recommends that you connect the normal charge cable when getting out of the vehicle, even if it is not going to be used. By doing this, you can get the most out of the remote climate control (models with navigation system) and Climate Ctrl. Timer functions the next time you use the vehicle. T o start normal charge: 1. Push the P (Park) p ...
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NO TE: • T o stop charging mid-charge, remove the charge connector. Charging automatically stops. HOW T O TRICKLE CHARGE WARNING • If you use any medical electric devices, such as an implantable cardiac pace- maker or an implantable cardiovascu- lar defibrillator, check with the electric medical device manufacturer concern- ing the effects that ...
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• Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE (Electric V ehicle 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 • Only charge using a standard 110 - 120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet (For example do not use an electric ge ...
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T o start trickle charging: *:Y ou can pass a rope through the hole 䊊 A on the control box in order to hang it up while the Li-ion battery is charging. 1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the parking brake. 2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place the power switch in the OFF position. Whe ...
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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 indicator light display will change. See “Charging status in- dicator lights” in this section. 10. When rech ...
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5. Store in its case. NO TE: Perform the following procedure to store the EVSE (Electric Vehicle 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 Sup- ply Equipment) control box into the back of the case. ...
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NO TE: Quick charging is possible (even several times a day) if the battery temperature is not near the red zone. If the battery tem- perature reaches the red zone, in order to protect the battery, quick charging is not allowed and the power limitation mode will be triggered. T o start charging: 1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the veh ...
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CAUTION • Be sure to insert the charge connector straight into the quick charge port right up to the base. Failure to do so may result in the Li-ion battery not charging or could cause damage to the charging equipment. 5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the charge connector. 6. Follow the instructions on the quick charge equipment to start charging ...
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T o finish charging: 1. Confirm charging is stopped by looking at the indicators on the dash. The charge connector can be disconnected from the vehicle when charging is stopped. 2. Unlock the charge connector and remove from the vehicle and properly store it. 3. Close the quick charge port cap. 4. Shut the charge port lid. CAUTION • As the quick ...
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AUT O mode T o select AUT O mode, push the AUT O side 䊊 1 of the charge connector lock switch. The indicator light on the switch 䊊 3 will illuminate. When AUT O mode is selected, the charge con- nector is locked while charging is in process. The charge connector will be unlocked automatically when charging is completed. L OCK mode T o select th ...
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Unlock operation using charge port lid opener switch: 1. Push the charge port lid opener switch. 2. The charging status indicator light flashes 3 times and a beep sounds 3 times. The charge connector lock is unlocked for 30 seconds. 3. After 30 seconds, the charge connector lock is locked. NO TE: • Depending on the charging station, the lock mech ...
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CHARGING TIMER Use charging timer to schedule when the Li-ion battery charges. The vehicle automatically begins charging at the scheduled times when the charge connector is connected to the vehicle. The timers do not need to be reset each time the Li-ion battery needs charging. With navigation system The charging timer can save two timer settings t ...
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3. Enter the Li-ion battery charge start time. T ouch [END Time] to change the time to stop charging. NO TE: Charging timer is performed according to the current time setting on the bottom right of the display. When setting the charging timer function, be sure to check that the current time displayed is correct. 4. T ouch [Assign Days] to set the c ...
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7. The [Timer 1] indicator illuminates after the charging timer is set. Use the same procedure to set the Timer 2 setting. 8. Place the power switch in the OFF position, and then connect the charge connector to the vehicle. NO TE: • Always place the power switch in the OFF position after setting the charging timers. When the power switch is in th ...
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two timers are not set to operate at the same time, it is possible that the charger will not start or the battery will not be charged to the level expected. • If the Li-ion battery warmer is operating while the Climate Ctrl. Timer or Remote Climate Control is being used, perfor- mance of the Climate Control will be reduced. • The Li-ion battery ...
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2. Push the switch 䊊 B to highlight “Charg- ing Timer” on the vehicle information display and then push the switch. 3. The “Charging Timer” screen is displayed. T o change the time or turn the timer on or off, push the switch. T o turn the timer on or off, use the switch to highlight “On” or “Off” and then push the switch. If “O ...
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4. The hour portion of the time is highlighted on the screen. Push the switch to change the hour field in increments of one hour. Push the switch to move to the minutes field. 5. Push the switch to change the minute field in increments of ten minutes. Push the switch to finish setting the charging timer. IMMEDIA TE CHARGE When a charging timer is n ...
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NO TE: • Y ou have 15 minutes to connect a normal or trickle charge connector to the vehicle after the immediate charge switch is pressed. If a charge connector is not con- nected to the vehicle within 15 minutes, the vehicle automatically returns to the previous setting. • Immediate charge will be available for 15 minutes before returning auto ...
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CHARGING ST A TUS INDICA T OR LIGHTS The charging status indicator lights 䊊 1 to 䊊 3 display the charging status, and are visible from both inside and outside the vehicle. When the normal charge connector lock is unlocked All of the indicator lights, 䊊 1 to 䊊 3 , will flash and beep will sound three times when the normal charge connector lo ...
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Ready for immediate charge When the power switch is off and if the immedi- ate charge switch is pressed while the charge cable is not connected, the indicator light 䊊 2 illuminates. This indicator light 䊊 2 illuminates when the ve- hicle is ready for immediate charge. Y ou have 15 minutes to connect the charge connector to the vehicle. If the c ...
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When the indicator light 䊊 3 flashes The indicator light 䊊 3 flashes when the 12-volt battery is being charged. See “Charging the 12- volt battery” in the “EV overview” section. The indicator will also flash for up to 5 minutes if the electrical power to the EVSE is interrupted during charging. Charging will restart automati- cally when ...
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EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPL Y EQUIPMENT) CONTROL BOX INDICA 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 V ehicle Supply Equipment) control box. An indicator light also indicates if there is a EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) malfunction. Charging CH- ...
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READ Y CHARGE F AUL T Status and action to be taken 䡩䡩䡩 Every time the EVSE (Electric V ehicle Supply Equipment) plug is connected to an outlet, all indicator lights illuminate for 0.5 seconds. 䡩 쏹쏹 After initial processing is completed, when the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) is not connected to the vehicle, or the EVSE (Ele ...
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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 connector canno ...
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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 dis- play. Confirm that the date and time shown on the charging timer screen are the sam ...
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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 not been discon ...
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NO TES CH-36 Charging I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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1 Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system Seats ............................. .1-2 Front seats ........................ .1-3 Rear seats ........................ .1-4 Head restraints/headrests ............... .1-5 Seat belts .......................... .1-8 Precautions on seat belt usage ............ .1-8 Pregnant women ......... ...
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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 serious internal injuries. • For the most effective protecti ...
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FRONT SEA TS Front manual seat adjustment Forward and backward: Pull the bar up and hold it while sliding the seat forward or backward to the preferred position. Release the bar to lock the seat in position. Reclining: T o recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. T o bring the seatback forward, pull the lever up and lean your body for ...
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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” in this section. T o fold down the seatback, pull the release knob. T o return the seatback to the seating position, lift up each seatback and push it to the upright position until it is latched. WA ...
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HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS WARNING Head restraint/headrest supplement the other vehicle safety systems. They may provide additional protection against in- jury in certain rear end collisions. Adjust- able head restraints/headrests must be adjusted properly, as specified in this section. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. Do not a ...
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Adjustable head restraint/headrest components 1. Removable head restraint/headrest 2. Multiple notches 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Non-adjustable head restraint/ headrest components 1. Removable head restraint/headrest 2. Single notch 3. Lock knob 4. Stalks Adjust For adjustable head restraint/headrest Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the center is ...
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Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position. Remove Use the following procedure to remove the head restraint/headrest. 1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the highest position. 2. Push and hold the lock knob. 3. Remove the head restraint/headr ...
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Raise T o raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it up. Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the lock knob is engaged in the notch before riding in that designated seating position. Lower T o lower, push and hold the lock knob and push the head restraint/headrest down Make sure the head restraint/headrest is posi- tioned so the ...
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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-9 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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WARNING • Every person who drives or rides in this vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly re- strained in the rear seat and, if appro- priate, in a child restraint. • The seat belt should be properly ad- justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and incre ...
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PREGNANT WOMEN NISSAN recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as low as pos- sible around the hips, not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest. Never put the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific rec ...
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• If the seat belt cannot be pulled from its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor. 3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown. 4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the re- tractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over ...
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Unfastening the seat belts T o unfasten the seat belt, push the button on the buckle. The seat belt automatically retracts. Checking seat belt operation Seat belt retractors are designed to lock seat belt movement by two separate methods: • When the belt is pulled quickly from the retrac- tor. • When the vehicle slows down rapidly. T o increase ...
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WARNING • After adjustment, release the adjust- ment button and then try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make sure that it is securely fixed in position. • The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position that is best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and incr ...
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SEA T BEL T EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with the installed seat belts is available that can be purchased. The extender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger ...
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There are three basic types of child restraint systems: • Rear-facing child restraint • Forward-facing child restraint • Booster seat The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally , infants up to about 1 year and less than 20 lb (9 kg) should be placed in rear-facing child restraints. Forward-facing child restraints are availa ...
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placed in a commercially available booster seat to obtain proper seat belt fit. For a seat belt to fit properly , the booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the chest and the top, middle portion of the shoulder. The shoulder belt should not cross the neck or face and should not fall off the shoul ...
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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING • Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions 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: – The child restraint must be used and installed properly. Always follow all of the child restrain ...
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For details, see “Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren System (LA T CH)” in this section. If you do not have a LA T CH compatible child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be used. Several manufacturers offer child restraints for infants and small children of various sizes. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in m ...
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seat belt (not the lower anchors) to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for installation. LA T CH lower anchor WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use and installation of child restraints could result in serious injury or death of a child or other passen- ...
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Installing child restraint LA T CH lower anchor attachments LA T CH compatible child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. With this sys- tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Check your child re- ...
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• Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult seat belts, or other items or equipment to the vehicle. Doing so could damage the child restraint anchorages. The child restraint will not be properly in- stalled usin ...
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2. Secure the child restraint anchor attachments to the LA T CH lower anchors. Check to make sure that the LA T CH attachment is properly attached to the lower anchors. 3. For child restraints that are equipped with webbing-mounted attachments, remove any additional slack from the anchor attachments. Press downward and rearward firmly in the center ...
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5. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 2 through 4. REAR-F ACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use th ...
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Follow these steps to install a rear-facing child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in the rear seat: 1. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear-facing direction and there- fore must not be used in the front seat. P osition the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Route the sea ...
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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 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. 6. After attaching the c ...
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FORW ARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING LA T CH Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in “Child safety” and “Child restraints” in this section be- fore installing a child restraint. NISSAN does not recommend the use of the lower anchors if the combined weight of the child and the child restraint exceeds 65 lbs (29.5 kg) . If the c ...
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3. The back of the child restraint should be se- cured against the seatback. If necessary, remove the head restraint/headrest to obtain the correct child restraint fit. If the head restraint/headrest is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to reinstall the head restraint/headrest when the child re- straint is removed . See “ Adjust” in ...
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7. Check to make sure the child restraint is prop- erly secured prior to each use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat steps 1 through 6. FORW ARD-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INST ALLA TION USING THE SEA T BEL TS WARNING The three-point seat belt with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be used when installing a child restraint. Failure to use th ...
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If the seating position does not have a remov- able head restraint/headrest and it is interfer- ing with the proper child restraint fit, try an- other seating position or a different child restraint. 3. 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 th ...
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5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt. 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 on the seat belt. 7. Tighten the tether strap ac ...
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After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the ALR mode (child re- straint mode) is canceled. INST ALLING T OP TETHER STRAP WARNING • Child restraint anchorages are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used to attach adult sea ...
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WARNING Do not pass the tether strap through strap will be not be properly routed. Y our child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the child restraint top tether strap is not properly routed (mod- els without rear seat) . 3. Secure the tether strap to the tether anchor point on the seatback. 4. Refer to the appropriate child rest ...
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Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: • Choose only a booster seat with a label certify- ing that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor V e- hicle Safety Standard 213. • Check the booster seat in your vehicle ...
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BOOSTER SEA T INST ALLA TION CAUTION Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when using a booster seat with the seat belts. Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in “Child safety” , “Child restraints” and “Booster seats” in this section before installing a child restraint. Follow these steps to install a b ...
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If the seating position does not have an adjust- able head restraint/headrest and it is interfer- ing with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat. 4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjust ...
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Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions. In a side impact, the curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. These supplemental restrain ...
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WARNING • The front air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover or lower severity 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 ...
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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 positions 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 n ...
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WARNING Front seat-mounted side-impact supple- mental air bags and roof-mounted cur- tain 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 impact, rollover or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity ...
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• 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 ...
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1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules 3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemen- tal air bag modules 4. Occupant classification sensors (weight sensors) 5. Occupant classification system control unit 6. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental air bag inflators 7. Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supple- mental ...
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• If you notice that the front passenger air bag status light is not operating as described in this section, please take your vehicle to your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer to check the occupant classification system. • Until you have confirmed with your dealer that your passenger seat occu- pant classification system is working properly, positio ...
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The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision. 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 operational. Front pas ...
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seat, the Advanced Air Bag System is designed to turn the passenger air bag OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regulations is on the seat, its weight and the child’s weight can be detected and cause the air bag to turn OFF . Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated a ...
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becomes unoccupied, the air bag status light will remain off. If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning light , located in the meter and gauges area, will blink. Have the system checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Other supplemental front-impact air bag precautions WARNING • Do not plac ...
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• No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the seat belt system. This may affect the front air bag system. T ampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury. • Work on and around the front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Installation of electrical equipment s ...
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practical away from the side air bags. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the occupants in the outboard seating positions. Because of this, the force of the side air bags and curtain air bags infla ...
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SEA T BEL TS WITH PRETENSIONERS (FRONT SEA TS) WARNING • The pretensioners cannot be reused after activation. They must be replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit. • If the vehicle becomes involved in a collision but a pretensioner is not acti- vated, be sure to have the pretensioner system checked and, if necessary, re- place ...
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SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG W ARNING LABELS W arning labels about the supplemental front- impact air bag system are placed in the vehicle as shown in the illustration. 䊊 1 SRS air bag The warning labels are located on the surface of the sun visors. SUPPLEMENT AL AIR BAG W ARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, display- ing in the instrume ...
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WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and/or pre- tensioner systems will not operate in an accident. T o help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon as possible. REP AIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE Th ...
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NO TES 1-52 Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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2 Instruments and controls Cockpit ............................ .2-3 Instrument panel ....................... .2-4 Meters and gauges ..................... .2-5 Speedometer and odometer .............. .2-6 Li-ion battery temperature gauge ........... .2-7 P ower meter ....................... .2-7 Driving range ....................... .2-8 Li-ion bat ...
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Console box ...................... .2-52 T onneau cover (if so equipped) ........... .2-53 Stowing golf bags ................... .2-54 Luggage side hook .................. .2-54 Windows .......................... .2-55 P ower windows .................... .2-55 Interior lights ........................ .2-57 Map lights ....................... .2-57 C ...
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1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer 2. T rip computer switch 3. Instrument brightness control switch 4. Headlight, fog light (if so equipped) and turn signal switch — Headlight — T urn signal light — Fog light (if so equipped) 5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) (See LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.) — Driving range but ...
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1. Side ventilator 2. Meters and gauges 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 5. Center ventilator 6. Rear window defroster switch 7. Front passe ...
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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. W arning/Indicator lights 9. P ower meter 10. ECO indicator 11. READ Y to drive indicator light 12. V ehicle information display — Odometer/twin trip odometer — T rip computer ...
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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 䊊 1 and twin trip odometer 䊊 2 are displayed on the vehicle information display when the power switch is in the ON or READ Y to drive position. The odometer records the ...
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LI-ION BA TTER Y 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 䊊 1 shown in the illustration. The temperature of the Li-ion battery varies ac- cording to the outside air temperature and driving conditions. NO TE: ? ...
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the regenerative brake system (Li-ion battery charging) . 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 䊊 2 . Regenerative braking is automatically reduced w ...
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LI-ION BA TTER Y A V AILABLE CHARGE GAUGE The gauge 䊊 1 indicates the approximate avail- able Li-ion battery charge to run the vehicle. Charge the Li-ion battery before the display reaches the bottom line. The low battery charge warning light illu- minates when the Li-ion battery available charge gauge is getting low . Charge as soon as it is con ...
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LI-ION BA TTER Y 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 de- creases with age and usage, the level of the gauge will also decrease. OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERA TURE The outside air temperature is displayed in °F or °C. The display may differ from the ...
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• Time the vehicle is not moving while the vehicle is in the READ Y to drive mode and accessories are on. Instant ECO driving level The instant ECO driving level 䊊 1 is displayed by the number of bars that increase (more economi- cal driving) or decrease (less economical driving) depending on vehicle operation. Long term ECO driving level Long ...
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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 Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) system warning light Power steering warning light Power limitation indicator light BRAKE system warning ...
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Headlight warning light Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped) Low battery charge warning light Front passenger air bag status light 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): , , The following lights illuminate briefly ...
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• If the 12-volt warning light illuminates continuously when the power switch is in the READ Y to drive position. Do not charge the 12-volt battery while this warning light is illuminated. It may lead to a malfunction of the DC/DC converter system. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. NO TE: • If the vehicle does not go into the READ Y to dr ...
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switch is placed in the ON position or in the READ Y to drive position, the light remains illumi- nated for about 2 or 3 seconds. If the light illumi- nates at any other time, it may indicate that the cooperative regenerative brake and/or the elec- tronically driven intelligent brake systems are not functioning properly . Have the system checked by ...
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• Pressing the brake pedal when the power switch position is not in the ON or READY to drive position and/or low brake fluid level may increase the stopping distance and braking will re- quire greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. • If the brake fluid level is below the minimum or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive unti ...
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When the low tire pressure warning light illumi- nates, you should stop and adjust the tire pres- sure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. The low tire pressure warning light does not automatically turn off when the tire pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to the recom- mended pressure ...
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• If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 MPH (25 km/h) , the TPMS may not operate correctly. • Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the four wheels correctly. Master warning light (red/yellow) There are two types of master warning lights: yellow and red. These lights illuminate if any warning lights or indicator l ...
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must be taken to your nearest NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. • The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds. • The supplemental air bag warning light flashes intermittently . • The supplemental air bag warning light does not illuminate at all. Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Restraint Systems an ...
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Plug in indicator light This light illuminates while charge connector is connected to the vehicle and blinks during charg- ing. NO TE: If the charge connector is connected to the vehicle, the power switch can not be placed in the READ Y to drive position. P ower limitation indicator light When the power limitation indicator light is illu- minated, ...
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Security indicator light This light blinks when the power switch is in the ACC, OFF or L OCK position. This function indi- cates the security system equipped on the ve- hicle is operational. If the security system is malfunctioning, this light will remain on while the power switch is in the ON position. For additional information, see “Security s ...
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Seat belt warning chime The seat belt warning chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened. 12-volt battery charge warning chime If the 12-volt battery charge warning light illumi- nates, the chime will sound when a warning mes- sage is displayed on the vehicle information dis- play on the lower display ...
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INDICA T ORS FOR OPERA TION 1. READ Y to drive position operation indicator This indicator appears while the vehicle is in the P (Park) position. This indicator means that the EV (Electric Vehicle) system will start when the power switch is pressed with the brake pedal depressed. 2. K ey is not detected warning This warning appears in either of the ...
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Unregistered Intelligent Key: This warning appears when the power switch is placed in the ON, ACC or READ Y to drive posi- tion and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized by the system. Y ou cannot place the power switch in the READ Y to drive position with an unregistered key. Use an Intelligent Key that has been registered. See “NISSAN Intell ...
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(See “Window washer fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.) 10. Light reminder warning This warning appears when the power switch is turned to the OFF position but the headlight switch is still ON. T urn off the headlight switch. 11. Plug in indicator This indicator appears when the charge connec- tor is connected. If the c ...
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in a safe location and contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. 19. Apply parking brake warning This warning appears if the DC/DC converter system is not functioning properly after the “Stop the vehicle” message above. If this warning ap- pears on the display, stop the vehicle in a safe location and push the P (Park) position switch on the shift ...
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25. Parking brake release warning This warning appears when the vehicle speed is above 4 MPH (7km/h) and the parking brake is applied. TRIP COMPUTER Switches for the trip computer are located on the left side of the combination meter panel. T o op- erate the trip computer, push the following switches: 䊊 A switch 䊊 B switch When the power switch ...
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Charging time Displays the estimated time to a full Li-ion charge based on the Charging Mode selected. 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 NO TE: • Immediately after charging has finished, the charge time will b ...
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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. State of charge (%) Displays the vehicles current state of charge. Average speed The average spe ...
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Driving distance and elapsed time Driving distance: The driving distance mode shows the total distance (miles or km) the vehicle has been driven since the last reset. The distance can be reset by pushing the switch 䊊 B for longer than 1 second. (The elapsed time is also reset at the same time.) Elapsed time: The elapsed time mode shows the time s ...
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Maintenance: There are 5 submenus under the maintenance menu. • Back Select this submenu to return to the top page of the settings mode. • Tire Select this submenu to set or reset the dis- tance for replacement of the tires. • Other -1, -2 and -3 Select this submenu to set or reset the dis- tance for replaceable/maintenance items. Up to three ...
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W arning check Skip: Push the switch 䊊 A to move to the Esti- mated charge time display . Push the switch 䊊 B to select another menu. Detail: This item is available only when a warning is displayed. Select this menu to see details of warnings. W ARNING INFORMA TION DISPLA Y S Low battery warning When the low battery charge warning light and the ...
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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 ouch [Nearby Charging Station] to search all charging stations that are located around the current vehicle position. 3. T ouch [BACK] or push the MAP button to return to t ...
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2. The system displays a message screen and announces the contents of the message to warn that power output is restricted and in- form the driver of the reason for this occur- rence and what action is to be taken. INDICA T ORS FOR MAINTENANCE 1. Tire replacement indicator This indicator appears when the customer set distance comes for replacing tir ...
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INDICA T OR FOR TIMER When the power switch is turned off, this display appears for 10 seconds. If the switch 䊊 A is pushed within 10 seconds, the display can be selected and each setting information display can be confirmed. 1. Timer setting status (charging and Climate Ctrl.) The timer setting status (ON or OFF) of the charge and the climate co ...
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activates when a vehicle is moved or when a vibration occurs. The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al- ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your keys in the vehicle, and always lock it when it is left ...
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• The alarm automatically turns off after approxi- mately 50 seconds. However, the alarm reacti- vates if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm is activated by: • Unlocking the door without using the Intelligent K ey, the request switch or the key. (Even if the door is opened by releasing the door inside lock knob, the alarm will activa ...
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If the windshield wiper operation is inter- rupted by snow or ice, the wiper may stop moving to protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the wiper switch to the OFF position and remove the snow or ice that is on and around the wiper arms. In approximately 1 minute, turn the switch on again to operate the wiper. The windshield wiper and washer operat ...
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WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer so- lution may freeze on the rear window glass and obscure your vision. Warm the rear window with the defroster before you wash the rear window. CAUTION • Do not operate the washer continu- ously for more than 30 seconds. • Do not operate the washer if the reser- voir tank is empty. • Do not fill th ...
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T o defog/defrost the rear window glass and out- side mirrors, place the power switch in the ON position and push the switch 䊊 1 on. The indicator light will illuminate. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. It will automatically turn off in approximately 15 minutes. CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful n ...
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HEADLIGHT SWIT CH Lighting 䊊 1 T urn the switch to the position: The front park, side marker, tail, license plate and the instrument light will come on. 䊊 2 T urn the switch to the position: The headlights will come on and all the other lights will remain on. Autolight system (if so equipped) The autolight system allows the headlights to be set ...
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Be sure not to put anything on top of the photo sensor 䊊 1 located on the top of the instrument panel. The photo sensor con- trols the autolight ; if it is covered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark and the head- lights will illuminate. Headlight beam select 䊊 1 T o select the low beam, put the lever in the neutral position as shown. 䊊 ...
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Daytime running light system (for Canada) The daytime running lights automatically illumi- nate when the power switch is in the READ Y to drive position with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the head- light switch in the OFF position. T urn headlight switch to the position for full illumination when driving at nig ...
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The heated steering wheel system is designed to operate only when the surface temperature of the steering wheel is below approximately 68°F (20°C) . Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm the steering wheel when the power switch is in the ON position. The indicator light 䊊 1 on the switch will illuminate. If the surface temperature of th ...
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T o sound the horn, push the center pad area of the steering wheel. WARNING Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. T am- pering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious per- sonal injury. T o activate the ECO mode, press the ECO switch 䊊 1 on the right ...
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The front seats and the rear outboard seats can be warmed by built-in heaters. The switches lo- cated on the center console and at the side of the front passenger seatback can be operated inde- pendently of each other. 1. Place the power switch in the ON position. 2. Push the L O or HI position of the switch, as desired, depending on the temperatur ...
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The vehicle should be driven with the V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv- ing conditions. If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the traction motor output to re- duce wheel spin. The traction motor speed will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum traction motor power is ...
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T o lock or unlock the charge connector, push the charge connector lock switch. See “Charge Connector Lock Switch” in the “Charging” sec- tion. T o turn off the charge timer, push the charge timer OFF switch. See “Charging Timer” in the “Charging” section. The power outlet is located in the instrument panel. CAUTION • The outlet a ...
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• Use the power outlet with the power switch is in the ON or READY to drive position to avoid discharging the 12- volt battery. • Avoid using the power outlet when the air conditioner, headlights or rear win- dow defroster are on. • This power outlet is not designed for use with a cigarette lighter unit. • Push the plug in as far as it will ...
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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. SEA TBACK POCKET The seatback pocket is located on the back of the passenger’s seat. The pocket c ...
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CAUTION • Do not use for anything other than sunglasses. • Do not leave sunglasses in the sun- glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses. GL OVE BO X T o open the glove box, pull the handle. T o close, push the lid in until the lock latches. WARNING Keep the glove box lid closed while driv- ing to preve ...
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T ONNEAU COVER (IF SO EQUIPPED) WARNING • Never put anything on the tonneau cover, no matter how small. Any object on it could cause an injury in an acci- dent or sudden stop. • Do not leave the tonneau 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 ...
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4. Slide down the tonneau cover along the rear seat back. 5. Remove the tonneau cover by pulling either the left or right side backward away from the pillar. ST OWING GOLF BAGS Normally , two standard golf bags can be stowed in the cargo area. Insert the top of the golf bag into right side of the cargo area 䊊 1 then rotate the bag backward 䊊 2 ...
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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 window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows. • Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow- ingly activate switches or controls and beco ...
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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 ...
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If the windows do not close automatically If the power window automatic function (closing only) does not operate properly, perform the fol- lowing 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 switch. 4. Pull the power win ...
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CEILING LIGHT The ceiling light switch has three positions: ON , DOOR and OFF . ON position When the switch is in the ON position 䊊 1 , the ceiling light will illuminate. DOOR position When the switch is in the DOOR position 䊊 2 , the ceiling light will illuminate under the following conditions: • the power switch is placed in the L OCK posit ...
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The HomeLink® Universal T ransceiver provides a convenient way to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters into one built-in device. HomeLink® Universal T ransceiver: • Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF) de- vices such as garage doors, gates, home and office lighting, entry door locks and security systems. ...
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2. Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold the desired HomeLink® button and handheld transmitter button. DO NO T release until the HomeLink® indicator light 䊊 1 flashes slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be re- leased. (The rapid flashing indicates success- ful programming.) NO TE: Some d ...
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PROGRAMMING HOMELINK® FOR CANADIAN CUST OMERS AND GA TE OPENERS Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmit- ter signals to “time-out” (or quit) after several seconds of transmission – which may not be long enough for HomeLink® to pick up the signal during training. Similar to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to ? ...
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CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED INFORMA TION The following procedure clears the programmed information from both buttons. Individual buttons cannot be cleared. However, individual buttons can be reprogrammed, see “Reprogramming a single HomeLink® button” in this section. T o clear all programming: 1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink® buttons unt ...
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments K e y s .............................. .3-2 NISSAN Intelligent K ey® ............... .3-2 Doors ............................. .3-3 Locking with Mechanical key ............. .3-4 Locking with inside lock knob ............. .3-4 Locking with power door lock switch ......... .3-5 Automatic door locks ............. ...
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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 track of your key number plate. A key nu ...
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• Do not place the Intelligent Key near an electric appliance such as a televi- sion 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 washing machine. This could affect the system function. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN recommend ...
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L OCKING WITH MECHANICAL KEY The power door lock system allows you to lock or unlock all doors simultaneously using the me- chanical key . • T urning the driver’s door key cylinder towards the front of the vehicle 䊊 1 will lock all doors and the rear hatch. • T urning the driver’s door key cylinder once to- wards the rear of the vehicle ? ...
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L OCKING WITH POWER DOOR L OCK SWIT CH Operating the power door lock switch will lock or unlock all the doors. The switches are located on the driver’s and front passenger’s door armrests. T o lock the doors, push the power door lock switch to the lock position 䊊 1 with the driver’s or front passenger’s door open, then close the door. Whe ...
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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR L OCK Child safety rear door locks help prevent the rear doors from being opened accidentally, especially when small children are in the vehicle. When the levers are in the lock position 䊊 1 , the rear doors can be opened only from the outside. T o disengage, move the levers to the unlock position 䊊 2 . WARNING • Radio ...
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In such cases, correct the operating conditions before using the Intelligent Key function or use the mechanical key . Although the life of the battery varies depending on the operating conditions, the battery’s life is approximately 2 years. If the battery is dis- charged, replace it with a new one. When the Intelligent K ey battery is almost dis ...
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NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® OPERA TING RANGE OF THE DOOR L OCK/UNL OCK FUNCTION The Intelligent K ey functions can only be used when the Intelligent Key is within the specified operating range from the request switch 䊊 1 . When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or strong radio waves are present near the operat- ing location, the Intelligent ...
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• T o prevent the Intelligent Key from being left inside the vehicle, make sure you carry the key with you and then lock the doors. • Do not pull the door handle before pushing the door handle request switch. The door will be unlocked but will not open. Release the door handle once and pull it again to open the door. NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® OP ...
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Locking doors 1. Push the power switch into the OFF position and make sure you carry the Intelligent Key with you.*1 2. Close all the doors and the rear hatch. 3. Push the door handle request switch (driver’s or front passenger’s) 䊊 A or the rear hatch request switch 䊊 B while carrying the Intelli- gent K ey with you.*2 4. All the doors and ...
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warning displays in the vehicle information dis- play . When a chime or beep sounds or the warning displays, be sure to check the vehicle and Intelli- gent K ey. See “V ehicle information display” in the “Instru- ments and controls” section. Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-11 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE Symptom Possible cause Action to take When opening the driver’s door to get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds continuously. The power switch is pushed to the OFF po- sition while the driver’s door is open. Close the driver’s door. The power switch is in the ACC position. Push the power switch to the OFF ...
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HOW T O USE REMO TE KEYLESS ENTR Y FUNCTION WARNING • Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those who use a pacemaker should contact the electric medical equipment manu- facturer for the possible influences be- fore use. • The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pushed. The FA A advises that the r ...
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Locking doors 䊊 1 L OCK button 䊊 2 UNL OCK button 䊊 3 CHARGE PORT UNL OCK 䊊 4 P ANIC button When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard indicator will flash and the horn will sound as a confirmation. See “Hazard warning indicator light” and “Horn” in the “Instruments and con- trols” section. 1. Push the power switch to the OFF ...
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3. The panic alarm stops when: • It has run for a period of time, or • Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key is pushed. (Note: The PANIC button must be pushed for more than 1 second.) Setting hazard indicator and horn mode This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn mode when you first receive the vehicle. In hazard indicator and horn ...
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Hazard indicator and horn mode: Operation DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK Pushing door handle request switch or rear hatch request switch HAZARD - twice OUTSIDE CHIME - twice HAZARD - once OUTSIDE CHIME - once Pushing or button HAZARD - twice HORN - once HAZARD - once HORN - none Hazard indicator mode: Operation DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK Pushing door handle requ ...
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WARNING • Make sure that the hood is completely closed and latched before driving. Fail- ure 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: 1. Securely close the charge port do ...
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WARNING • Always make sure that the rear hatch has been closed securely to prevent it from opening while driving. • Do not drive with the rear hatch open. • Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc . inside the vehicle be- fore closing the rear hatch. T o open the rear hatch, unlock it and push the rear hatch opener switch 䊊 A . ...
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SECONDAR Y REAR HA T CH RELEASE The secondary rear hatch release mechanism allows the rear hatch to be opened in the event of a discharged battery , etc. Push the lever up to open the rear hatch with a suitable tool. If you had to open the rear hatch using this lever, have the vehicle checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon as possible. O ...
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When opening the charge port lid: 1. 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 the lid down. 2. Lock it securely into place. CHARGE PORT CAP When opening the charge port cap, press the tab and op ...
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WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Y ou could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. TIL T OPERA TION Push the lock lever down 䊊 1 and adjust the steering wheel up or down 䊊 2 to the desired position. Pull the lock lever up 䊊 3 to lock the steering wheel in place. 䊊 1 T o block out glare from the front, swi ...
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䊊 3 Slide the extension sun visor in or out as needed. CAUTION • Do not store the sun visor before re- turning the extension to its original position. • Do not pull the extension sun visor forcedly downward. V ANITY MIRROR T o use the front vanity mirror, pull down the sun visor and pull up the cover. T o access the card holder, pull the sun ...
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INSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR Adjust the angle of the inside rearview mirror to the preferred position. AUT OMA TIC ANTI-GLARE TYPE (IF SO EQUIPPED) The inside mirror is designed so that it automati- cally changes reflection based on the intensity of the headlights of the vehicle behind. The anti-glare system automatically turns on when the power switch i ...
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light will turn off. Push the “I” switch 䊊 D to turn the system on. Do not allow any object to cover the sen- sors 䊊 E or apply glass cleaner on them. Doing so will reduce the sensitivity of the sensor, resulting in improper operation. WARNING Use the night position only when neces- sary, because it reduces rear view clarity. OUTSIDE MIRROR ...
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Folding outside mirrors Fold the outside mirror by pushing it toward the rear of the vehicle. Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-25 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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NO TES 3-26 Pre-driving checks and adjustments I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems Rearview monitor ...................... .4-2 How to read the displayed lines ............ .4-3 Difference between predicted and actual distances ......................... .4-3 Adjusting the screen .................. .4-5 Adjusting the brightness setting ........... .4-6 RearView mon ...
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HOW T O READ THE DISPLA YED LINES Guiding lines which indicate the vehicle width and distances to objects with reference to the vehicle body line 䊊 A are displayed on the monitor. Distance guide lines: Indicate distances from the vehicle body . • Red line 䊊 1 : approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m) • Y ellow line 䊊 2 : approx. 3 ft (1 m) • Green line ...
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the hill is the place 䊊 B . Note that any object on the hill is further than it appears on the monitor. Backing up on a steep downhill When backing up the vehicle down a hill, the distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines are shown farther than the actual distance. For example, the display shows 3 ft (1.0 m) to the place 䊊 A , but ...
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Backing up behind a projecting object The position 䊊 C is shown farther than the position 䊊 B in the display . However, the position 䊊 C is actually at the same distance as the position 䊊 A . The vehicle may hit the object when backing up to the position 䊊 A if the object projects over the actual backing up course. ADJUSTING THE SCREEN Th ...
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ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS SETTING For vehicles with Navigation System: 1. T ouch [SETTINGS] on the display screen. 2. T ouch [DISPLA Y]. 3. Select [BRIGHTNESS] or [CONTRAST] to adjust the brightness setting. 4. T ouch the “+” or “-” icons to adjust the Bright- ness or Contrast of the display screen. Note When the headlights are in the ON po- ...
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REARVIEW MONIT OR BRIGHTNESS CONTROL 1. T o adjust the brightness of the RearView monitor, fully depress the foot brake pedal and move the shift lever to the R (Reverse) posi- tion. See “Shifting” in the “Starting and driving” section for more information. 2. Once the vehicle is in the R (Reverse) posi- tion, with the foot brake pedal fully ...
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• If dirt, rain or snow attaches to the camera, the RearView Monitor may not display objects. Clean the camera. • Do not use body wax on the camera window. If body wax does get on the camera window, wipe off the wax with a clean cloth dampened with mild detergent diluted with water. CENTER VENTS Open/close the vents by moving the control to eit ...
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WARNING • The air conditioning cooling function operates only when the power switch is in the ON position or when the READ Y 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 ...
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These functions operate in the following condi- tions. Power switch position L OCK/OFF ACC ON READY to drive Fan - - Available Available Heater and air conditioner - - Available*2 Available Timer (Climate Ctrl. Timer) Available*1 Available*1 - - Remote control*3 Available Available - - *1: The EVSE (Electric V ehicle Supply Equip- ment) must be con ...
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DISPLA YING CLIMA TE CONTROL S Y STEM ST ATUS SCREEN (MODELS WITH NAVIGA- TION SY STEM) Push the ST A TUS button to display the climate control system status on the navigation system screen. (See the LEAF Navigation System Own- er’s Manual.) NO TE: • If the READ Y to drive indicator light is illuminated and the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equ ...
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AUT OMA TIC CLIMA TE CONTROL (MODELS WITHOUT NA VIGA TION S Y STEM) 1. (fan speed control) dial 2. (intake air control) button 3. (front defroster) button 4. Climate Ctrl. display 5. (rear window defroster) button (See “Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section.) 6. T emperature control dial ...
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1. Press the AUT O button. The AUT O indicator will illuminate. 2. If the A/C indicator light does not illuminate, press the A/C button. The A/C indicator light will illuminate. 3. If the HEA T indicator light does not illuminate, press the HEA T button. The HEA T indicator light will illuminate. 4. T urn the temperature control dial to set the des ...
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Air flow control: Press the MODE button to change the air flow mode. — Air flows from the center and side ventilators. — Air flows from the center and side ventilators and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from the foot outlets. — Air flows from the defroster outlets and foot outlets. T emperature control: T urn the temperature control dial ...
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therefore not necessary to set the Climate Ctrl. Timer everyday . WARNING Even if the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, the temperature in the passenger compart- ment may become high or low if the sys- tem automatically stops. Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be left a ...
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3. The “Climate Ctrl. Timer” screen is displayed. T o change the time of day and the day of the week that the climate control timer turns on or off, or to turn the climate control timer on or off, push the switch. 4. T o turn the timer on or off, use the switch to highlight “On” or “Off” and then push the switch. If “On” is selected ...
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6. Push the switch to change the minute field in increments of ten minutes. Push and hold the switch to fast forward the minutes. Push the switch to move to the day of the week setting. 7. Push the switch to set the day to on or off. Push the switch and then set the next day with the same procedure. When all days of the week have been set, push the ...
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8. The settings confirmation screen will be dis- played. T o confirm and finish setting the cli- mate control timer, push the switch. Operating tips: • The automatic climate control is equipped with sensors as illustrated. The sensors 䊊 A and 䊊 B help maintain a constant temperature. Do not put anything on or around these sensors. • Push th ...
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automatically changes to the ON position. The climate control system automatically turns off the heater or air conditioner and switches to the air recirculation mode. Place the power switch in the off position to begin charging. T urn on the desired climate control function. • The remote climate control or climate control timer may fog up windows ...
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AUT OMA TIC CLIMA TE CONTROL (MODELS WITH NA VIGA TION S Y STEM) 1. T emperature control button 2. HEA T button 3. Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator 4. (front defroster) button 5. (fan speed control) button 6. (rear window defroster) button (See “Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch” in the “Instruments and controls” section.) 7. (in ...
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1. Press the AUT O button. The AUT O indicator will illuminate. 2. If the A/C indicator light does not illuminate, press the A/C button. The A/C indicator light will illuminate. 3. If the HEA T indicator light does not illuminate, press the HEA T button. The HEA T indicator light will illuminate. 4. T urn the temperature control dial to set the des ...
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Air flow control: Press the MODE button to change the air flow mode. — Air flows from the center and side ventilators. — Air flows from the center and side ventilators and foot outlets. — Air flows mainly from the foot outlets. — Air flows from the defroster outlets and foot outlets. T emperature control: Press the temperature control , but ...
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Once the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, it will com- plete air conditioning by the time that is set. It is not necessary to set the Climate Ctrl. Timer ev- eryday . WARNING Even if the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, the temperature in the passenger compart- ment may become high or low if the sys- tem automatically stops. Do not leave children or adults w ...
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2. T ouch “Climate Ctrl. Timer”. 3. T ouch “Set Timer 1” or “Set Timer 2” . The following procedure explains the Timer 1 setting. 4. Enter the departure time. 5. T o set the 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 “O ...
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8. The indicator of “Timer 1” illuminates after the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set. Use the same pro- cedure 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 Climate Ctrl. Timer will only start when the power switch is in the “OFF” position. ...
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• When charging is set as the first priority, the Climate Ctrl. Timer does not start until 10 seg- ments of the Li-ion battery available charge gauge are illuminated. • When the climate control is set as the first priority , the climate control system will be turned on as scheduled by the Climate Ctrl. Timer regardless of the remaining battery ...
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Operating tips: • When the charge connector is connected, the climate control operates using electric power. When the charge connector is disconnected from the vehicle, the climate control operates using vehicle battery electric power. • The climate control can be operated for a maxi- mum of 2 hours when the charge connector is connected to the ...
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Note • The temperature in the passenger com- partment may not be comfortable if enter- ing the vehicle too soon before or too long after the scheduled time of departure. • Air conditioning is limited to the capacity of the electric power when the charge connector is connected. Therefore, the temperature may not reach the set tem- perature due t ...
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FM RADIO RECEPTION Range: FM range is normally limited to 25 – 30 mi (40 – 48 km) , with monaural (single channel) FM having slightly more range than stereo FM. External influences may sometimes interfere with FM station reception even if the FM station is within 25 mi (40 km) . The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance ...
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AUDIO OPERA TION PRECAUTIONS Compact disc (CD) player CAUTION • Do not force a compact disc into the CD insert slot. This could damage the CD and/or CD player. • T rying to load a CD with the CD door closed could damage the CD and/or CD player. • Only one CD can be loaded into the CD player at a time. • Only use high quality 4.7 in (12 cm) ...
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PRESS EJECT: This is an error due to excessive tempera- ture inside the player. Remove the CD by pressing the EJECT button. After a short time, reinsert the CD. The CD can be played when the temperature of the player returns to normal. UNPLA Y ABLE: The file is unplayable in this audio system (only MP3 orWMA(if so equipped) CD) . Compressed audio f ...
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• If there is a file in the top level of the disc, “Root Folder” is displayed. • The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the writing software. Therefore, the files might not play in the desired order. 4-32 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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Specification chart : Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, USB 2.0 Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660 Level 3 (packet writing) is not supported. USB memory: FA T16, FA T32 Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW Supported versions*1 MP3 V ersion MPEG1, Audio Layer 3 Sampling frequency 8 kHz - 48 kHz Bit ra ...
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T roubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc or USB device was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using the player. If there is a temperature increase error, the ...
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USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port WARNING Do not connect, disconnect or operate the USB device while driving. Doing so can be a distraction. If distracted you could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury. CAUTION • Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting the USB device tilted or up-side-down ...
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• Operating procedure of the Bluetooth® audio will vary depending on the devices. Make sure how to operate your audio device before using it with this system. • The Bluetooth® audio may be stopped under the following conditions: – Receiving a call on the Hands-Free Phone System. – Checking the connection to the hands-free phone. • Do no ...
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9. Radio CA T (category)/FF (fast forward) but- ton for SEEK/CA T 10. BACK button 11. CD·AUX button 12. PWR (power) button/VOL (volume) control knob 13. RPT (repeat) play button 14. RDM (random) play button 15. Radio station preset select buttons 16. AUX IN jack 17. TUNE·SCROLL control knob 18. ENTER/SETTING button For all operation precautions, ...
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• Clock Adjust Adjust the clock according to the following procedure: 1) Press the ENTER/SETTING button 䊊 1 and turn the TURN/SCROLL knob 䊊 2 un- til “Setting Clock” and “Clock Adjust” ap- pear on the display . 2) Press the ENTER/SETTING button 䊊 1 to select “Clock Adjust.” 3) T urn the TUNE·SCROLL control knob 䊊 2 to adjust ...
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When the XM band select button is pressed while the power switch is in the ACC or ON position, the radio will come on at the channel last played. The last channel played will also come on when the PWR button is pressed to ON. The satellite radio is not available in Alaska, Ha- waii and Guam. If another audio source is playing when the radio select ...
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If the radio is already operating, it will automati- cally turn off and the CD will play . If the system has been turned off while the CD was playing, pressing the PWR button will start the CD. Do not use 3.1 in (8 cm) discs. CD·AUX button: When the CD·AUX button is pressed with the system off and the CD loaded, the system will turn on and the CD ...
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USB CONNECTION PORT OPERA TION Audio main operation: The USB outlet connector is located in the center console. Open the lid and connect a USB memory as illustrated. Then, switch to the USB memory mode automatically . If the system has been turned off while the USB memory was playing, pressing the PWR button will start the USB memory . WARNING Do n ...
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Normal → 1 Folder Repeat → 1 T rack Repeat- → Normal RANDOM (RDM) : When the RDM button is pressed while a USB memory device is being playing, the play pattern can be changed as follows: T o change the play mode, press the RDM button repeatedly and the mode will change as follows: Normal → All Random → 1 Folder Random → Nor- mal BACK bu ...
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Compatibility The following models are available: • Third generation iPhone® (Firmware version IOS4/4.0) • Fourth generation iPhone® (Firmware version IOS4/4.0) • Fifth generation iPod® (Firmware version 1.3) • First generation iP od Classic® (Firmware ver- sion 1.1.1 or 1.1.2PC) • Second generation iP od Classic® (Firmware version 2 ...
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the next track or the beginning of the current track on the iP od® will be played. REPEA T (RPT) : When the RPT play button is pressed while a track is being played, the play pattern can be changed as follows: Repeat Off → 1 T rack Repeat → All Repeat → Re- peat Off RANDOM (RDM) : When the RDM play button is pressed while a track is being pl ...
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SOURCE select switch Push the source select switch to change the mode in the following sequence: AM → FM1 → FM2 → XM1 → XM2 → XM3 → CD* → USB/iP od®* → AUX* → AM. * These modes are only available when compat- ible media storage is inserted into the device or connected to the system. V olume control switch Push the volume control ...
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ANTENNA Removing antenna The antenna cannot be shortened, but can be removed. When you need to remove the antenna, turn the antenna rod counterclockwise 䊊 B . T o install the antenna rod, turn the antenna rod clockwise 䊊 A and hand tighten. CAUTION • T o avoid damaging or deforming the antenna, be sure to remove the an- tenna under the follow ...
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WARNING • Use a phone after stopping your ve- hicle in a safe location. If you have to use a phone while driving, exercise ex- treme caution at all times so full atten- tion may be given to vehicle operation. • If you are unable to devote full atten- tion to vehicle operation while talking on the phone, pull off the road to a safe location and ...
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Y ou can connect up to 5 different Bluetooth® cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module. However, you can talk on only one cellular phone at a time. Before using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System, refer to the following notes. • Set up the wireless connection between a com- patible cellular phone and the in-vehicle phone module before ...
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USING THE S Y STEM The NISSAN V oice Recognition system allows hands-free operation of the Bluetooth® Phone System. If the vehicle is in motion, some commands may not be available so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. Initialization When the power switch is placed in the ON position, NISSAN V oice Recognition is initialized, which t ...
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How to say numbers NISSAN V oice Recognition requires a certain way to speak numbers in voice commands. Refer to the following rules and examples. • Either “zero” or “oh” can be used for “0” . Example: 1-800-662-6200 – “One eight oh oh six six two six two oh oh”, or – “One eight zero zero six six two six two oh oh” • W o ...
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CONTROL BUTT ONS The control buttons for the Bluetooth® Hands- Free Phone System are located on the steering wheel. 1. Phone/send button 2. Phone/end button 3. T uning switch Phone/send Press the button to initiate a VR session or answer an incoming call. Y ou can also use the button to interrupt the system feedback and give a command at once. See ...
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Connecting procedure NO TE: The connecting procedure must be per- formed when the vehicle is stationary. If the vehicle starts moving during the procedure, the procedure will be cancelled. Main Menu “ Add phone” 䊊 A Initiate from handset 䊊 B Name phone 䊊 C 1. Press the button on the steering wheel. The system announces the available comma ...
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Once the call has ended, press the button on the steering wheel. NO TE: If you do not wish to take the call when you hear the ring tone, press the button on the steering wheel. For additional command options, see “List of voice commands” in this section. LIST OF VOICE COMMANDS Main Menu “Call” “Phonebook” “Recent calls” “Connect p ...
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“Special Number” 䊊 C For dialing up to 24 digits or any special charac- ters, say “Special Number” . When the system acknowledges the command, the system will prompt you to speak the number. “Redial” 䊊 D Use the Redial command to call the last number that was dialed. The system acknowledges the command, re- peats the number and begi ...
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For phones that do not support automatic down- load of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® pro- file) , the “Phonebook”command is used to manu- ally add entries to the vehicle phonebook. The phonebook stores up to 40 names for each phone connected to the system. NO TE: Each phone has its own separate phone- book. Y ou cannot access Phone A ’s pho ...
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“Phonebook” (phones with automatic phonebook download function) NO TE: The “T ransfer Entry” command is not avail- able when the vehicle is moving. Main Menu “Phonebook” Main Menu Speak a Name “List Names” 䊊 A “Record Name” 䊊 B For phones that support automatic download of the phonebook (PBAP Bluetooth® profile) , the “Ph ...
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“Outgoing” 䊊 C Use the Outgoing command to list the outgoing calls made from the vehicle. “Redial” 䊊 D Use the Redial command to dial the number of the last outgoing call from the vehicle. “Call Back” 䊊 E Use the Call Back command to dial the number of the last incoming call to the vehicle. “Connect phone” NO TE: The Add Phone ...
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6. V oice memory A or memory B is selected automatically . If both memory locations are already in use, the system will prompt you to overwrite one. Follow the instructions pro- vided by the system. 7. When preparation is complete and you are ready to begin, press the button. 8. The V A mode will be explained. Follow the instructions provided by th ...
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select an entry from the Phonebook or Recent Calls lists. T o re-activate V oice Recognition, exit the manual control mode by pressing and holding the PHONE/END ( ) button. At that time, pressing the PHONE/SEND ( ) button will start the Hands Free Phone System. Operating tips • T o enter manual control mode, start the Voice Recognition system and ...
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NO TES 4-60 Display screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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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 ................. .5-5 Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .......... .5-6 Push-button power switch .... ...
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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 operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cau ...
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light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tire pressure. • The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning ap- pears on the vehicle information 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 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ...
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Some devices and transmitters may temporarily interfere with the operation of the TPMS and cause the low tire pressure warning light to illu- minate. Some examples are: • Facilities or electric devices using similar radio frequencies that are near the vehicle. • If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is being used in or near the vehicle. ? ...
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– 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 is not working, use a tire pressure gauge. A VOIDING COLLISION AND ROLL OVER WARNING Failure to operate this vehicle ...
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Help prevent rapid air pressure loss by maintain- ing the correct air pressure and visually inspect the tires for wear and damage. See “Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. If a tire rapidly loses air pressure or “blows-out” while driving maintain control of the vehicle by following the proce ...
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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 to a crash and serious injury. Before ope ...
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If the Intelligent Key is within the operating range, it is possible for anyone, even someone who does not carry the Intelligent Key , to push the power switch to start the EV (Electric V ehicle) system. • The cargo area is not included in the operating range but the Intelligent K ey may function. • If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instr ...
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ACC (Accessories) This position activates electrical accessories, such as the radio, when EV system is OFF . ON This position turns on the EV (Electric Vehicle) system and electrical accessories. READ Y (Normal operating position) This position turns on the EV (Electric Vehicle) system, electrical accessories and the vehicle can be driven. OFF The ...
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4. Push the power switch while depressing the brake pedal within 10 seconds after the chime sounds. The power switch position changes to READ Y to drive mode. After step 3 is performed, if the power switch is pushed without depressing the brake pedal, the power switch position will change to ACC. NO TE: • When the power switch is pushed to the AC ...
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ELECTRIC SHIFT CONTROL S Y STEM This vehicle is electronically controlled to pro- duce maximum available power and smooth op- eration. The recommended operating procedures for this vehicle are shown on the following pages. Starting vehicle 1. After placing the vehicle in the READ Y to drive position, fully depress the foot brake pedal before moving ...
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Shifting T o move the shift lever, : Slide along the gate while the brake pedal is depressed. : After sliding, maintain it in the same position until the vehicle placed to N (Neutral) position. : When in the D (Drive) position, slide along the gate. NO TE: • Confirm that the vehicle is in the desired shift position by checking the shift indica- t ...
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CAUTION • Do not slide the shift lever while push- ing the P position switch. This may also damage the electric motor. • When switching to the preferred posi- tion by operating the shift lever, check that the shift lever returns to the cen- tral position by releasing your hand from the lever. Holding the shift lever in a mid-way position may al ...
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N (Neutral): Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The vehicle can be placed in READ Y to drive position in this position. Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position while driving. The regenerative brake system does not operate in the N (Neutral) position. However, the vehicle brakes will still stop the car. D (Drive): Use this position for al ...
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WARNING • Be sure the parking brake is released before driving. Failure to do so could cause brake failure and lead to an ac- cident. • Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle. • Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. They could release the parking brake and cause an accident. • When leaving the vehicle, apply the ...
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WARNING Do not use the cruise control when driv- ing under the following conditions: • when it is not possible to keep the vehicle at a set speed • in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed • on winding or hilly roads • on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc .) • in very windy areas Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle contro ...
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• If you move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position, the cruise control will be canceled. T o reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following methods. • Depress the accelerator pedal. When the ve- hicle attains the preferred speed, push and re- lease the COAST/SET switch. • Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch. When the vehicle ...
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– The ECO position helps reduce power con- sumption by reducing acceleration when compared to the same accelerator pedal position in the D (Drive ) position. • Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator positions or by using cruise control when appropriate. • Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gently press an ...
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1. Firmly apply the parking brake. 2. Push the P position switch on the shift lever. 3. T o help prevent the vehicle from rolling into the street when parked on a slope, it is a good practice to turn the wheels as illustrated. • HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB: 䊊 1 • T urn the wheels into the curb and move the vehicle forward until the curb side wh ...
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Y ou may hear a noise when the steering wheel is operated quickly. However, this is not a malfunc- tion. If the power steering warning light illumi- nates while the READ Y to drive indicator light is ON, it may indicate the power steering system is not functioning properly and may need servicing. Have the power steering system checked by a NISSAN c ...
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• If the power switch position is in a posi- tion other than ON or READ Y to drive, you can stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. However, greater foot pres- sure on the brake pedal will be required to stop the vehicle, and the stopping dis- tance will be longer. • When depressing the brake pedal, the braking pedal feel will not be sm ...
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ANTI-L OCK BRAKING S Y STEM (ABS) WARNING • The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a sophisticated device, but it cannot prevent accidents resulting from care- less or dangerous driving techniques. It can help maintain vehicle control during braking on slippery surfaces. Remember that stopping distances on slippery surfaces will be longer than on ...
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The V ehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve- hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions, the VDC system helps to perform the following functions. • Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is transferred to a drive wheel on the same axle that is not sl ...
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handling performance, and the warning may flash or may il- luminate. • If brake related parts such as brake pads, rotors and calipers are not NISSAN recommended or are ex - tremely deteriorated, the VDC system may not operate properly and may illuminate. • If traction motor control related parts are not NISSAN recommended or are extremely deter ...
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The hill start assist system automatically keeps the brakes applied to help prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards in the time it takes the driver to release the brake pedal and apply the accelerator when the vehicle is stopped on a hill. Hill start assist will operate automatically under the following conditions: • The shift lever is shifted ...
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FREEING A FROZEN DOOR L OCK T o prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob. ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is possible that the outside temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C) , check the antifreeze to ...
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• Allow greater following distances on slippery roads. • Watch for slippery spots (glare ice) . These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead, brake before reach- ing it. T ry not to brake while on the ice, and avoid any sudden steering maneu- vers. • Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. ...
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NO TES 5-28 Starting and driving I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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6 In case of emergency Roadside assistance program ............... .6-2 Emergency EV (Electric V ehicle) shut off ........ .6-2 Hazard warning flasher switch .............. .6-2 Flat tire ............................ .6-3 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... .6-3 Repairing flat tire .................... .6-4 Jump starting ................. ...
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In the event of a roadside emergency, Roadside Assistance Service is available to you. Please refer to your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.) or W arranty & Roadside Assistance Information Booklet (Canada) for details. T o shut off the EV (Electric V ehicle) system in an emergency situation while driving, perform the following procedure. • ...
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The flasher can be actuated with the power switch in any position. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. TIRE PRESSURE MONIT ORING S Y STEM (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . It monitors tire pres- sure of all tires. When the low tire pressure warn- in ...
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• Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS. • The Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire Repair Sealant or equivalent can be used for temporarily repairing a tire. Do not inject any other tire liquid or aerosol tire sealant into the tires, as this may cause a malfunction of tire pressu ...
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• Do not use the emergency tire punc- ture repair kit under the following con- ditions. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer or professional road assistance. – when the sealant has passed its ex- piration date (shown on the label attached to the bottle) – when the cut or the puncture is ap- proximately 0.25 in (6 mm) or longer – when the ...
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Before using emergency tire puncture repair kit • If any foreign object (for example, a screw or nail) is embedded in the tire, do not remove it. • Check the expiration date of the sealant (shown on the label attached to the bottle) . Never use a sealant whose expiration date has passed. Repairing tire: WARNING Observe the following precautions ...
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2. T ake the hose 䊊 1 and the power plug 䊊 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 seal of the bottle.) ...
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6. Push the power switch to the “ ACC” position. Then turn the compressor switch to the ON (−) position and inflate the tire up to the pressure that is specified on the Tire and Loading Information label affixed to the driv- er’s side center pillar if possible, or to the minimum of 26 psi (180 kPa) . T urn the air compressor off briefly in ...
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the tire pressure with the pressure gauge. T emporary repair is completed if the tire pres- sure does not drop. Make sure the pressure is adjusted to the pressure that is specified on the Tire and Loading Information label before driving. 10. If the tire pressure drops, repeat the steps from 5 to 9. If the pressure drops again or under 19 psi (130 ...
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• Keep the 12-volt battery out of the reach of children. • The booster battery must be rated at 12 volt. Use of an improperly rated battery can damage your vehicle. • Whenever working on or near a 12-volt battery, always wear suitable eye pro- tectors (for example, goggles or indus- trial safety spectacles) and remove rings, metal bands, or a ...
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If the 12-volt battery is discharged, the power switch cannot be moved from the OFF position. Connect the jumper cables to the booster vehicle 䊊 B before pushing the power switch. 3. Push the P (Park)position switch to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position. 4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (headlights, heater, air conditioner ...
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(Park) position. If this occurs, place suit- able blocks at both the front and back of a wheel to prevent the vehicle from mov- ing. 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 vehicle in the READ Y position so the vehicle can be driven, charge the Li-ion ba ...
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For information about towing your vehicle behind a recreational vehicle (RV) , see “Flat towing” in the “T echnical and consumer information” section. 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. CAUT ...
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VEHICLE RECOVER Y (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 . Rear: ...
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• 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 sus- pension, steering, brake or cooling systems. • Pulling devices such as ropes or can- vas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery. Rocki ...
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NO TES 6-16 In case of emergency I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior ...................... .7-2 W ashing ......................... .7-2 W axing .......................... .7-2 Removing spots ..................... .7-3 Underbody ........................ .7-3 Glass ........................... .7-3 Solar cell module (if so equipped) .......... .7-3 Wheels ....................... ...
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In order to maintain the appearance of your ve- hicle, 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 drop- pings, tree sap, metal particles or b ...
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REMOVING SPO TS 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. Spe- cial cleaning products are available at a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer or any automotive acces- sory stores. UNDERBOD Y In areas where road salt is used in winter, the underbody mus ...
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CHROME P ARTS Clean chrome parts regularly with a non- abrasive chrome polish to maintain the finish. TIRE DRESSING NISSAN does not recommend the use of tire dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating to the tires to help reduce discoloration of the rub- ber. If a tire dressing is applied to the tires, it may react with the coating and form a co ...
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Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s in- structions before using air fresheners. FL OOR MA TS WARNING T o avoid potential pedal interference that may result in a collision or injury: • NEVER place a floor mat on top of another floor mat in the driver front position. • Use only genuine NISSAN floor mats specifically designed for use in ...
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WARNING Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in the retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, or chemical solvents to clean the seat belts, since these materials may severely weaken the seat belt webbing. ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPL Y EQUIPMENT (EVSE) The Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) can be cleaned by wiping gently with a soft cloth dampened in a ...
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CAUTION • NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de- bris from the passenger compartment by washing it out with a hose. Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electronic com- ponents inside the vehicle as this may damage them. Chemicals used for road surface deicing are extremely corrosive. The ...
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NO TES 7-8 Appearance and care I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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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 ................ .8-2 General maintenance .................... .8-2 Explanation of maintenance items .......... .8-2 Maintenance precautions ................. ...
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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 NIS- SAN’s fine mechanical condition, as well as its EV (Electric V ehicle) system performance. It is the owner’s responsibility ...
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keeps the motor hood from opening when the primary latch is released. 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 install ...
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head restraints/headrests move up and down smoothly and that the locks (if so equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt web- bing for cuts, fraying, wear ...
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When performing any inspection or maintenance work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to the vehicle. The following are general precau- tions that should be closely observed. WARNING • The EV (Electric Vehicle) system uses high voltage up to approximately DC 400 volt. The system can be hot ...
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– The Climate Ctrl. Timer and remote climate control are not active or op- erating. See “Climate Ctrl. Timer” and “Remote climate control” in the “V entilators and climate control sys- tems” section. – The 12-volt battery is not being charged by the Li-ion battery and that all charging status indicator lights are off, see “Chargin ...
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1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. 12-volt battery 3. Fuse/fusible link holder 4. Fuse/fusible link holder 5. Coolant tank cap 6. Window washer fluid reservoir 7. Fuse/fusible link holder The cooling system is filled at the factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% wa- ter to provide year-round an ...
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• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only a Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre- diluted to provide antifreeze protec- tion to −34°F (−37°C) . If additional freeze protection is needed due to the weather conditions where you operate your ve ...
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For additional information on the location of the engine coolant reservoir, refer to “Motor com- partment check locations” in this section. If the cooling system frequently requires coolant, have it checked by a NISSAN cer- tified LEAF dealer. CHANGING COOLANT Major cooling system repairs should be per- formed by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. ...
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For additional brake fluid information, see “Rec- ommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion of this manual. WARNING • Use only new fluid from a sealed con- tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may damage the brake system. The use of improper fluids can damage the brake system, ...
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T o fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the cap and pour the window washer fluid into the reservoir opening. Add a washer solvent to the washer for better cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s in- structions for the mixture ratio. Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically. ...
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do not touch or rub your eyes. Thor- oughly wash your hands. If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing, immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical at- tention. • Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the 12-volt battery is low. Low 12- volt battery fluid can cause a higher load on the 12-volt battery which c ...
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JUMP ST ARTING Jump starting provides power to the 12 volt sys- tem to allow the electrical systems to operate. The electrical systems must be operating to allow the Li-ion battery to be charged. Jump starting does not charge the Li-ion battery . The Li-ion battery must be charged before the vehicle can be driven. If jump starting is necessary, see ...
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Wiper rise-up function: T o pull up the wiper arm, pull the lever 䊊 1 within 1 minute after the power switch is turned off. The wiper operation stops in mid-operation and wiper arm can be pulled up. T o lower the wiper arm, place the wiper arm in the down position and then push the lever 䊊 2 up once after the power switch is turned on. CAUTION ...
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Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle 䊊 A . This may cause improper windshield washer opera- tion. If the nozzle is clogged, remove any objects with a needle or small pin 䊊 B . Be careful not to damage the nozzle. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer if checking or replacement is required. If the brakes do not operate properly, have the br ...
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Proper brake inspection intervals should be followed. For additional information, see the maintenance log section of your NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide. MO T OR COMP ARTMENT WARNING • Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high-voltage parts and cables, as well as their connectors. High-voltage cables are colored or- ange. T ouchi ...
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4. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced. 5. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller located in the passenger compartment fuse box. 6. If the fuse is open 䊊 A , replace it with a new fuse 䊊 B . 7. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical system checked, and if necessary , repaired by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Fusible links If any e ...
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P ASSENGER COMP ARTMENT CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower amperage rating than that specified on the fuse box cover. This could damage the electrical system or cause a fire. If any electrical equipment does not operate, check for an open fuse. 1. Make sure that the power switch and the headlight switch are turned off. 2. Insert a screwd ...
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CAUTION • Be careful not to allow children to swallow the battery and removed parts. • An improperly disposed battery can harm the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. • When changing batteries, do not let dust or oil get on the components. • There is danger of explosion if the lithium battery is incorrectly r ...
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4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts 䊊 1 , and then push them together 䊊 2 until it is securely closed. 5. Operate the buttons to check that it is func- tioning properly . See a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer if you need any assistance for replacement. FCC Notice: For USA: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is ...
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1. Front parking light 2. Headlight (low-beam) 3. Front turn signal light 4. Map light 5. Ceiling light 6. Front fog light (if so equipped) 7. Headlight (high-beam) 8. High-mounted stop light 9. Rear combination light (stop/tail/turn signal/ back -up light/rear side marker) 10. License plate light 11. Cargo light Fog may temporarily form inside the ...
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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 head- light reflector for a long period of time. Dust, moisture, smoke, etc . entering the headlight body may affect bulb performance. • High-pressure ...
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EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS Item W attage (W) Bulb No. Headlight low beams (T ype A)* LED — Headlight high beams (Halogen) (T ype A) 65 H9 Headlight (T ype B) 60/55 H13 T urn/Park light 27/7 3457NAK Front fog light (if so equipped)* 55 H11 Rear combination light T urn signal 21 WY21W Stop/tail* LED — Back -up 16 W16W Front sidemarker 5 W5W Lic ...
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Front turn signal light Parking light License plate light 8-24 Maintenance and do-it yourself I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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1. Remove the rear combination attachment bolt 䊊 1 . 2. Pull the rear combination assembly evenly toward rear of the vehicle 䊊 2 . 3. T urn the bulb socket and then remove the bulb 䊊 3 . Rear combination light Cargo light Ceiling light Maintenance and do-it yourself 8-25 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the “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 pres- sure of all tires. When the low tire pressure warn- ing light is lit, and the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning appea ...
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• Before taking a long trip, or whenever you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire pressure gauge to ensure that the tire pressures are at the specified level. • For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty Infor- mation Booklet. Tir ...
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䊊 3 Original size: The size of the tires originally installed on the vehicle at the factory. 䊊 4 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The recommended cold tire inflat ...
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SIZE COLD TIRE INFLA TION PRESSURE FRONT ORIGI- NAL TIRE P205/55R16 89H 250 kPa, 36 PSI REAR ORIGI- NAL TIRE P205/55R16 89H 250 kPa, 36 PSI REAR ORIGI- NAL TIRE P215/50R17 90V 250 kPa, 36 PSI TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information iden- tifies and descri ...
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3. T wo-digit number (60): This number, known as the aspect ratio, gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: The “R” stands for radial. 5. T wo-digit number (16): This number is the wheel or rim diameter in inches. 6. T wo- or three-digit number (94): This number is the tire’s load index. It is a measurement of how much weight each t ...
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be carried by the tire. When replacing the tires on the vehicle, always use a tire that has the same load rating as the factory installed tire. 䊊 6 T erm of “tubeless” or “tube type” Indicates whether the tire requires an inner tube (“tube type”) or not (“tube- less”) . 䊊 7 The word “radial” The word “radial” is shown, i ...
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Generally , snow tires will have lower speed rat- ings than factory equipped tires and may not match the potential maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire. If you install snow tires, they must be the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern on all four wheels. For additional traction on icy roads, studded ti ...
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The wheel nuts must be kept tight- ened to the specification at all times. It is recommended that wheel nuts be tightened to the specification at each tire rotation interval. WARNING • After rotating the tires, check and adjust the tire pressure. • Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for 600 miles (1,000 km) (also in cases ...
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Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread design, speed rating and load carrying capacity as originally equipped. See “Specifications” in the “T echnical and consumer information” sec- tion for recommended types and sizes of tires and wheels. WARNING • The use of tires other than those rec- ommended or the ...
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EMERGENC Y TIRE PUNCTURE REP AIR KIT The emergency tire puncture repair kit (Emer- gency Tire Sealant) is supplied with the vehicle instead of a spare tire. It can be used to tempo- rarily repair minor tire punctures. If possible, have the vehicle towed to a facility that can repair or replace the flat tire. Using the emer- gency tire puncture repa ...
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NO TES 8-36 Maintenance and do-it yourself I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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9 T echnical and consumer information Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities .... .9-2 Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations .................... .9-3 Specifications ........................ .9-4 Charging system .................... .9-4 Motor ........................... .9-5 Wheels and tires .................... . ...
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure that is described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (approximate) Recommended specifications US measure Imp measure Liter Cooling system With reser ...
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AIR CONDITIONING S Y STEM REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDA TIONS The air conditioning system in your NISSAN vehicle must be charged with the refriger- ant, HFC-134a (R-134a) and the oil, com- pressor oil ND-OIL11 or the equivalents. CAUTION The use of any other refrigerant or oil will cause severe damage to the air condi- tioning system and wil ...
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CHARGING S Y STEM Rated input voltage AC120V (single phase) , AC240V (single phase) Rated input frequency 60Hz Maximum rated current 12A (AC120V) , 18A (AC240V) , 32A (AC240V; if so equipped) Maximum power consumption 1.4 kV A (AC120V) , 4.8 kVA (AC240V) , 7.7kVA (AC240V; if so equipped) Supply system TN-S system Sensitive current of GFI (Ground Fa ...
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Rated input voltage AC120V (single phase) , AC240V (single phase) Rated input frequency 60Hz Applicable standards SAE J1772: 2010 EN61851-1: 2010 EN61851-21: 2002 IEC61851-1: 2010 IEC61851-21: 2001 EN61000-6-1: 2007 EN61000-6-3: 2007 Adapters Adaptors shall not be used to connect a vehicle connector to a vehicle inlet. MO T OR Model EM61 WHEELS AND ...
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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) 60.6 (1,540) Rear tread in (mm) 60.4 (1,535) Wheelbase in (mm) 106.3 (2,700) Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) lb (kg) See the F .M.V .S.S. or C.M.V .S.S. certifica- tion label on ...
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER (VIN) PLA TE The vehicle identification number plate is at- tached as shown. This number is the identifica- tion for your vehicle and is used in the vehicle registration. VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER (CHASSIS NUMBER) The vehicle identification number is located as shown. Remove the cover to access the number. TRACTI ...
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F .M.V .S.S./C.M.V .S.S CERTIFICA TION LABEL The Federal/Canadian Motor V ehicle 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 Ve- hicle W eight Ratings (GVWR) , Gross Axle W eight Rating (GAWR) , month and year of manufacture, V ehicle Identifica ...
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AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA TION LABEL The air conditioner specification label is attached to the underside of the hood as shown in the illustration. 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 • Screw ×2 1 ...
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WARNING • It is extremely dangerous to ride in the cargo area inside the ve- hicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using ...
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VEHICLE L OAD CAP ACITY Do not exceed the load limit of your ve- hicle shown as “The combined weight of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and Loading Information label. Do not exceed the number of occupants shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load- ing Information label. T o get “the combined weight of occu- pants and cargo”, add ...
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(1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or (640 − 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity calculated in Step 4. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross V ehicle W eight R ...
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• Do not load the front and rear axle to the GA WR. 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 seat- backs. In a sudden stop or colli- sion, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. • Do not load your vehicle any he ...
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Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle. 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 dam- age. • DO NOT tow this veh ...
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under controlled conditions on specified govern- ment test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristic s. TEMPERA TU ...
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Y ou may notify NISSAN by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll-free, at 1-877-NOGASEV (1-877-664-2738) . For Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a de- fect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immedi- ately inform T ransport Canada in addition to notifying NISSAN. If T ransport Canada receives com ...
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offer you new or additional products or services; and as otherwise may be required by law. Such data may be shared with NISSAN’s parents, sub- sidiaries, affiliates, successors or assignees; au- thorized NISSAN certified LEAF dealers; NIS- SAN’s marketing partners; your fleet company, if your vehicle is a fleet vehicle; your rental com- pany , ...
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interruption of data transmission and, as a result, certain features may be temporarily unavailable. Even if areas with good signal reception, cellular connectivity can be adversely affected by things such as tall buildings, apartments, tunnels, un- derground parking, mountainous areas, etc. Even if the signal strength bar of the in-vehicle data co ...
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NO TE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (for example, name, gender, age and crash location) are recorded. However, other par- ties, such as law enforcement, could com- bine the EDR data with the type of person- ally ...
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CHARGING INFORMA TION 9-20 T echnical and consumer information I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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T echnical and consumer information 9-21 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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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 “Main- tenance and do-it-yourself” section. COLD TIRE PRESSURES 9-22 T echnical and consumer information I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : ...
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10 Index A ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........ 5 - 2 2 Advanced air bag system ........... 1 - 4 2 Air bag system ................. 1 - 4 2 Advanced air bag system .......... 1 - 4 2 Front passenger air bag and status light . .1-44 Front-seat mounted side-impact supplemental air bag system ........ 1 - 4 7 Roof-mounted curtain side-impact suppl ...
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B o o s t e r s e a t s ................. 1 - 3 3 Precautions on child restraints ....... 1 - 1 8 T op tether strap ................ 1 - 2 1 C h i l d s a f e t y .................... 1 - 1 5 Child safety rear door lock ............ 3 - 6 Circuit breaker, Fusible link ........... 8 - 1 7 Cleaning exterior and interior ........ 7 - 2 , 7 - 4 C l i m ...
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Li-ion battery temperature gauge ....... 2 - 7 Odometer .................... 2 - 6 P ower meter .................. 2 - 7 Speedometer .................. 2 - 6 G e n e r a l m a i n t e n a n c e ............... 8 - 2 G l o v e b o x ..................... 2 - 5 2 H Hazard warning flasher switch .......... 6 - 2 Headlights .................... 8 - 2 2 ...
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Lock ........................ 3 - 5 Automatic door locks ............. 3 - 5 Door locks ................... 3 - 3 P ower door lock ................ 3 - 3 R e a r h a t c h l o c k ................ 3 - 1 8 Low tire pressure warning light ......... 2 - 1 6 Low tire pressure warning system (See tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ...... 5 - 2 Lugg ...
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Q Q u i c k c h a r g e ................. C H - 1 5 R R a p i d a i r p r e s s u r e l o s s .............. 5 - 5 R e a r c e n t e r s e a t b e l t .............. 1 - 1 4 Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock . . .3-6 Rear hatch .................... 3 - 1 8 R e a r s e a t s ..................... 1 - 4 Rearview monitor ................. 4 ...
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Supplemental restraint system ......... 1 - 3 6 Precautions on supplemental restraint s y s t e m ..................... 1 - 3 6 Switch ...................... 2 - 4 2 A u t o l i g h t s w i t c h ................ 2 - 4 2 C h a r g e t i m e r O F F s w i t c h .......... 2 - 4 9 E C O s w i t c h .................. 2 - 4 6 F o g l i g h t s w i t c ...
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W W a r n i n g...................... 6 - 2 Hazard warning flasher switch ........ 6 - 2 Indicators for operation ........... 2 - 2 3 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) .................. 5 - 2 , 6 - 3 W arning/indicator lights and audible reminders ................... 2 - 1 2 W arning information displays ........ 2 - 3 2 W a r n i n g l i g h ...
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