Nissan 2014 LEAF - Owner's Manual User Manual

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.OWNER'S MANUAL2014 LEAF2014 NISSAN LEAF ZE0-DZE0-DPrinting: August 2013 (10)Publicati

1. Charge port lid (P 3-18)2. Hood (P 3-16)3. Headlight and turn signal lights— Switch operation (P 2-43)— Bulb replacement (P 8-22)4. Windshield wipe

SEAT BELT EXTENDERSIf, because of body size or driving position, it isnot possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder beltand fasten it, an extender tha

There are three basic types of child restraintsystems:• Rear-facing child restraint• Forward-facing child restraint• Booster seatThe proper restraint

placed in a commercially available booster seat toobtain proper seat belt fit. For a seat belt to fitproperly, the booster seat should raise the child

–NISSAN recommends that all childrestraints be installed in the rearseat. Studies show that children aresafer when properly restrained inthe rear seat

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces orterritories require that infants and smallchildren be restrained in an approved childrestraint at all times w

• Child restraint anchorages are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straints. Under no circumstances arethey

When installing a child restraint, carefully readand follow the instructions in this manual andthose supplied with the child restraint.Top tether anch

Top tether anchor point locations:Anchor points are located on the back side of theseatbacks.The child restraint top tether strap must be usedwhen ins

4. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you place the child in it. Push it from sideto side while holding the seat near the LATCHattac

Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in “Childsafety” and “Child restraints” earlier in this sec-tion before installing a child restraint.Follow these s

1. Rear view camera* (See LEAF NavigationSystem Owner’s Manual.)2. Rear window wiper and washer— Switch operation (P 2-41)— Window washer fluid (P 8-1

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you place the child in it. Push it from sideto side while holding the child restraint nearthe

FORWARD-FACING CHILDRESTRAINT INSTALLATION USINGLATCHRefer to all Warnings and Cautions in “Childsafety” and “Child restraints” earlier in this sec-ti

6. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you place the child in it. Push it from sideto side while holding the child restraint nearthe

seat to the rearmost position. Child re-straints for infants must be used in therear-facing direction and therefore mustnot be used in the front seat.

4. Pull the shoulder belt until the belt is fullyextended. At this time, the seat belt retractoris in the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)mode (child

7. Tighten the tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions to remove anyslack.8. After attaching the child restraint, test it be-fore you

INSTALLING TOP TETHER STRAPWARNING• Child restraint anchorages are de-signed to withstand only those loadsimposed by correctly fitted child re-straint

PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTERSEATSWARNINGIf a booster seat and seat belt are notused properly, the risk of a child beinginjured in a sudden stop or collision

• Make sure the child’s head will be properlysupported by the booster seat or vehicle seat.The seatback must be at or above the center ofthe child’s e

Follow these steps to install a booster seat on therear seat or on the front passenger seat:1. If you must install a booster seat in thefront seat, mo

1. Ceiling light (P 2-58)2. Sun visors (P 3-20)3. Map lights (P 2-58)— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Systemmicrophone (See LEAF Navigation SystemOwner’s

7. If the booster seat is installed in the frontpassenger seat, push the power switch to theON position. The front passenger air bag sta-tus lightmay

WARNING•The front air bags ordinarily will not in-flate in the event of a side impact, rearimpact, rollover or lower severity frontalcollision. Always

• The driver and front passenger seatbelt buckles are equipped with sen-sors that detect if the seat belts arefastened. The Advanced Air Bag Sys-tem m

WARNING• Never let children ride unrestrained orextend their hands or face out of thewindow. Do not attempt to hold themin your lap or arms. Some exam

WARNINGFront seat-mounted side-impact supple-mental air bags and roof-mounted cur-tain side-impact supplemental air bags:• The side air bags and curta

1. Crash zone sensor2. Supplemental front-impact air bag modules3. Front seat-mounted side-impact supplemen-tal air bag modules4. Occupant classificat

NISSAN ADVANCED AIR BAGSYSTEM (FRONT SEATS)WARNINGTo ensure proper operation of the pas-senger’s advanced air bag system, pleaseobserve the following

When a front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noisemay be heard, followed by release of smoke. Thissmoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire.Ca

• Passenger’s seat occupied by a small adult,child or child restraint as outlined in this section:Thelight illuminates to indicate that thefront passe

person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seatproperly.If a child restraint must be used in the front seat,the passenger air bag status light

1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer (P 2-6)2. Trip computer switch (P 2-28)3. Instrument brightness control switch(P 2-42)4. Headlight, fog light (i

• Tampering with the front air bag sys-tem may result in serious personal in-jury. Tampering includes changes tothe steering wheel and the instrumentp

collision are similar to those of a higher severityside impact. They are designed to inflate on theside where the vehicle is impacted. They may notinf

• Tampering with the side air bag systemmay result in serious personal injury.For example, do not change the frontseats by placing material near these

When a pretensioner activates, smoke is re-leased and a loud noise may be heard. The smokeis not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Careshould be t

When the power switch is in the ON position, thesupplemental air bag warning light illuminates forabout 7 seconds and then turns off. This meansthe sy

NOTES1-50 Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

2 Instruments and controlsCockpit ...2-3Instrument panel...2-4Meters and gauges ...2

Cargo cover (if so equipped) ...2-53Stowing golf bags ...2-55Luggage side hook ...2-55Windows ...

1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer2. Trip computer switch3. Instrument brightness control switch4. Headlight, fog light (if so equipped) and turnsi

1. Side ventilator2. Meters and gauges3. Center multi-function control panel (SeeLEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)— Navigation system— Vehicle i

13. Charge connector lock switch (P CH-18)14. Charge port lid opener switch (P 2-49)15. Tilting steering wheel lever (P 3-20)16. Heated seat switch (P

1. Master warning lights2. ECO indicator3. Speedometer4. Clock5. Outside air temperature6. Turn signal/Hazard indicator light7. Li-ion battery tempera

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETERSpeedometerThe speedometer indicates the vehicle speed inmiles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per hour(km/h).Odometer/twin trip

LI-ION BATTERY TEMPERATUREGAUGEThe gauge indicates the temperature of the Li-ionbattery.The temperature of the Li-ion battery is within thenormal rang

the regenerative brake system (Li-ion batterycharging).The power meter also indicates if the powerprovided to the motor is limited or if regenerativeb

LI-ION BATTERY AVAILABLECHARGE GAUGEThe gauge䊊1indicates the approximate avail-able Li-ion battery charge to run the vehicle.Charge the Li-ion battery

LI-ION BATTERY CAPACITY LEVELGAUGEThis gauge indicates the amount of charge theLi-ion battery is capable of storing.When the capacity of the Li-ion ba

• Time the vehicle is not moving while the vehicleis in the READY to drive mode and accessoriesare on.Instant ECO driving levelThe instant ECO driving

NOTE:This clock is not synchronized with theclock displayed on the navigation systemscreen. The charging timer starts and stopscharging base on the ti

12-volt battery charge warning light Low tire pressure warning light High beam indicator lightAnti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light Master warn

Headlight warning light Front fog light indicator light (if so equipped)Low battery charge warning light Front passenger air bag status lightCHECKING

1. Side vents (P 4-6)2. Meters and gauges (P 2-5)3. Center multi-function control panel (SeeLEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)— Navigation system

• If the 12-volt warning light illuminatescontinuously when the power switch isin the READY to drive position. Do notcharge the 12-volt battery while

cooperative regenerative brake and/or the elec-tronically driven intelligent brake systems are notfunctioning properly. Have the system checkedby a NI

• Pressing the brake pedal when thepower switch position is not in the ONor READY to drive position and/or lowbrake fluid level may increase thestoppi

When the low tire pressure warning light illumi-nates, you should stop and adjust the tire pres-sure to the recommended COLD tire pressureshown on the

• If the vehicle is being driven at speedsof less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), theTPMS may not operate correctly.• Be sure to install the specified size oft

bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems and/orpretensioner seat belt are operational.If any of the following conditions occur, the frontair bag, side

High beam indicator light(blue)This light illuminates when the headlight highbeam is on and goes out when the low beam isselected.Plug in indicator li

charged in order to be driven. See “Low batterycharge warning light”.Security indicator lightThis light blinks when the power switch is in theACC, OFF

Seat belt warning chimeThe seat belt warning chime will sound for about6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securelyfastened.12-volt battery cha

INDICATORS FOR OPERATION1. READY to drive position operationindicatorThis indicator appears while the vehicle is in the P(Park) position. This indicat

This vehicle is equipped with an upper displayand a lower display.1. Master warning light (P 2-19)2. ECO indicator (P 2-10)3. Speedometer (P 2-6)4. Cl

Unregistered Intelligent Key:This warning appears when the power switch isplaced in the ON, ACC or READY to drive posi-tion and the Intelligent Key ca

(See “Window washer fluid” in the “Maintenanceand do-it-yourself” section.)10. Light reminder warningThis warning appears when the power switch isturn

in a safe location and contact a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer.19. Apply parking brake warningThis warning appears if the DC/DC convertersystem is not f

TRIP COMPUTERSwitches for the trip computer are located on theleft side of the combination meter panel. To op-erate the trip computer, push the follow

• The estimated charging time stops updat-ing if the air conditioner is turned on whilethe Li-ion battery is charging. The esti-mated charging time up

State of charge (%)Displays the vehicles current state of charge.Average speedThe average speed mode shows the averagevehicle speed (MPH or km/h) sinc

Elapsed time:The elapsed time mode shows the time since thelast reset. The displayed time can be reset bypushing theswitch䊊Bfor longer than 1second. (

• BackSelect this submenu to return to the top page ofthe settings mode.• TireSelect this submenu to set or reset the distancefor replacement of the t

Warning checkSkip:Push theswitch䊊Ato move to the Esti-mated charge time display.Push theswitch䊊Bto select anothermenu.Detail:This item is available on

• When the battery power level is low, thesystem automatically obtains chargingstation information.Limited power warningWhen the Li-ion battery power

1. Brake fluid reservoir (P 8-10)2. 12-volt battery (P 8-12)3. Fuse/fusible link holder (P 8-16)4. Fuse/fusible link holder (P 8-16)5. Coolant tank ca

INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE1. Tire replacement indicatorThis indicator appears when the customer setdistance comes for replacing tires. You can set orr

INDICATOR FOR TIMERWhen the power switch is turned off, this displayappears for 10 seconds. If theswitch䊊Aispushed within 10 seconds, the display can

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEMThe vehicle security system provides visual andaudio alarm signals if someone opens the doors,or rear hatch when the system is

• The alarm automatically turns off after approxi-mately 50 seconds. However, the alarm reacti-vates if the vehicle is tampered with again.The alarm i

Security indicator lightThe security indicator light is located on the me-ter panel. It indicates the status of the NISSANVehicle Immobilizer System.T

If the windshield wiper operation is inter-rupted by snow or ice, the wiper may stopmoving to protect its motor. If this occurs,turn the wiper switch

WARNINGIn freezing temperatures the washer so-lution may freeze on the rear windowglass and obscure your vision. Warm therear window with the defroste

To defog/defrost the rear window glass and out-side mirrors (if so equipped), place the powerswitch in the ON position and push the switch䊊1on. The in

HEADLIGHT SWITCHLighting䊊1Turn the switch to the position:The front park, side marker, tail, license plateand instrument lights will come on.䊊2Turn th

Be sure not to put anything on top of thephoto sensor䊊1located on the top of theinstrument panel. The photo sensor con-trols the autolight; if it is c

WarninglightName Page12-volt battery chargewarning light2-14Anti-lock Braking System(ABS) warning light2-15Approaching VehicleSound for Pedestrians(VS

Daytime running light system (forCanada)The daytime running lights automatically illumi-nate when the power switch is in the READY todrive position wi

The heated steering wheel system is designed tooperate only when the surface temperature of thesteering wheel is below approximately 68°F(20°C).Push t

To sound the horn, push the center pad area ofthe steering wheel.WARNINGDo not disassemble the horn. Doing socould affect proper operation of thesuppl

The front seats and the rear outboard seats canbe warmed by built-in heaters. The switches lo-cated on the center console and at the side of thefront

The vehicle should be driven with the VehicleDynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driv-ing conditions.If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the

To lock or unlock the charge connector, push thecharge connector lock switch. See “ChargeConnector Lock Switch” in the “Charging” sec-tion.To turn off

• Avoid using the power outlet when theair conditioner, headlights or rear win-dow defroster are on.• This power outlet is not designed foruse with a

Soft bottle holdersCAUTION• Do not use the bottle holder for anyother objects that could be thrownabout in the vehicle and possibly injurepeople durin

GLOVE BOXWARNINGKeep the glove box lid closed while driv-ing to prevent injury in case of an acci-dent or a sudden stop.To open the glove box, pull th

– Do not allow cargo to contact thetop tether strap when it is attachedto the top tether anchor. Properlysecure the cargo so it does not con-tact the

IndicatorlightName PageExterior light indicator 2-20Front fog light indicatorlight (if so equipped)2-20Front passenger air bagstatus light2-20High bea

STOWING GOLF BAGSNormally, two standard golf bags can be stowedin the cargo area. Insert the top of the golf baginto right side of the cargo area䊊1the

Main power window switch (driver’sside)1. Driver side window2. Front passenger side window3. Rear left passenger side window4. Rear right passenger si

Automatic operationThe automatic operation is available for theswitch that has anmark on its surface.To fully open or close the window, completelypush

CAUTIONDo not use for extended periods of timewith the power switch in the OFF posi-tion. This could result in a discharged12-volt battery.MAP LIGHTSP

DOOR positionWhen the switch is in the DOOR position䊊2, theceiling light will illuminate under the followingconditions:• the power switch is placed in

PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®If you have any questions or are having difficultyprogramming your HomeLink® buttons, refer tothe HomeLink® web site at: www.home

4. At the receiver located on the garage dooropener motor in the garage, locate the “learn”or “smart” button (the name and color of thebutton may vary

PROGRAMMING TROUBLE-DIAGNOSISIf HomeLink® does not quickly learn the hand-held transmitter information, perform the follow-ing steps.• Replace the han

FCC notice:For USA:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-lowing two conditions: (1) This device maynot ca

NOTES2-64 Instruments and controls

Welcome to the growing family of new NISSANowners. This vehicle is delivered to you withconfidence. It was produced using the latesttechniques and str

EV OverviewThe EV (Electric Vehicle) system ...EV-2Li-ion battery ...EV-2Driving with a discharged Li-ion battery ...

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsKeys...3-2NISSAN Intelligent Keys® ...3-2Doors ...

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 losey

• Do not place the Intelligent Key nearan electric appliance such as a televi-sion set, personal computer or cellularphone.• Do not allow the Intellig

LOCKING WITH MECHANICAL KEYThe power door lock system allows you to lock orunlock all doors simultaneously using the me-chanical key.• Turning the dri

LOCKING WITH POWER DOORLOCK SWITCHOperating the power door lock switch will lock orunlock all the doors. The switches are located onthe driver’s and f

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCKChild safety rear door locks help prevent the reardoors from being opened accidentally, especiallywhen small children are i

In such cases, correct the operating conditionsbefore using the Intelligent Key function or usethe mechanical key.Although the life of the battery var

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®OPERATING RANGE OF THE DOORLOCK/UNLOCK FUNCTIONThe Intelligent Key functions can only be usedwhen the Intelligent Key is within

• To prevent the Intelligent Key from being leftinside the vehicle, make sure you carry the keywith you and then lock the doors.• Do not pull the door

When you lock or unlock the doors or the rearhatch, the hazard indicator will flash and the horn(or the outside chime) will sound as a confirma-tion.

The LEAF is an electric vehicle. Some of thevehicle’s systems operate differently and havedifferent operating characteristics than vehiclesequipped wi

WARNING SIGNALSTo help prevent the vehicle from moving unex-pectedly by erroneous operation of the IntelligentKey listed on the following chart or to

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDESymptom Possible cause Action to takeWhen opening the driver’s door toget out of the vehicleThe inside warning chime sounds conti

HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESSENTRY FUNCTIONWARNING• Radio waves could adversely affectelectric medical equipment. Thosewho use a pacemaker should contactt

Locking doors䊊1LOCK button䊊2UNLOCK button䊊3CHARGE PORT UNLOCK䊊4PANICbuttonWhen you lock or unlock the doors, the hazardindicator will flash and the ho

Setting hazard indicator and hornmodeThis vehicle is set in hazard indicator and hornmode when you first receive the vehicle.In hazard indicator and h

Switching procedure:To switch the hazard indicator and horn (chime)operation, push the LOCK䊊1and UN-LOCK䊊2buttons on the Intelligent Keysimultaneously

When closing the hood:1. Return the support rod to its original position.2. Slowly move the hood down to latch the lock.3. Push the hood down to lock

SECONDARY REAR HATCHRELEASEThe secondary rear hatch release mechanismallows the rear hatch to be opened in the event ofa discharged battery, etc.Push

2. Put your hand into the under side of the lid andopen until it is in the fully open position.When closing the charge port lid:1. Slowly move the lid

WARNINGDo not adjust the steering wheel whiledriving. You could lose control of yourvehicle and cause an accident.TILT OPERATIONPush the lock lever do

NOTE:• If the outside temperature is −13°F(−25°C) or less, the Li-ion battery mayfreeze and it cannot be charged or providepower to run the vehicle. M

VANITY MIRRORTo use the front vanity mirror, pull down the sunvisor and pull up the cover.To access the card holder, pull the sun visordown and slide

Automatic anti-glare type (if soequipped)The inside mirror is designed so that it automati-cally changes reflection based on the intensity ofthe headl

OUTSIDE MIRRORSAdjusting outside mirrorsWARNINGObjects viewed in the outside mirror onthe passenger side are closer than theyappear. Be careful when m

NOTES3-24 Pre-driving checks and adjustments

4 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phonesystemsRearview monitor (if so equipped) ...4-2How to read the displayed lines...4-3Diff

When the shift lever is shifted into the R (Re-verse) position, the monitor display shows a rear-ward view from the vehicle.WARNINGFailure to follow t

HOW TO READ THE DISPLAYEDLINESGuiding lines which indicate the vehicle widthand distances to objects with reference to thevehicle body line䊊Aare displ

For example, the display shows 3 ft (1.0 m) to theplace䊊A, but the actual 3 ft (1.0 m) distance onthe hill is the place䊊B. Note that any object onthe

Backing up behind a projecting objectThe position䊊Cis shown farther than the position䊊Bin the display. However, the position䊊Cisactually at the same d

• The colors of objects on the RearView Monitormay differ somewhat from those of the actualobject.• When the contrast of objects is low at night,press

There are three levels of information that will bedisplayed as the Li-ion battery becomes dis-charged:1. The following warning lights illuminate on th

Adjust the air flow direction of the vents by mov-ing the knob (up/down, left/right) until the desiredposition is achieved.WARNING• The air conditioni

Power switch position LOCK/OFF ACC ON READY to driveFan - - Available AvailableHeater and air conditioner - - Available*2 AvailableTimer (Climate Ctrl

– If it occurs while charging is being per-formed:– The climate control system will stoponce. If the power supply is restoredwithin approximately 5 mi

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL(MODELS WITHOUT NAVIGATIONSYSTEM)1. (fan speed control) dial2.(intake air control) button3.(front defroster) button4. Climate

1. Press the AUTO button. The AUTO indicatorwill illuminate.2. If the A/C indicator light does not illuminate,press the A/C button. The A/C indicator

— Air flows from the center and sideventilators.— Air flows from the center and sideventilators and foot outlets.— Air flows mainly from the foot out-

WARNINGEven if the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, thetemperature in the passenger compart-ment may become high or low if the sys-tem automatically stops.

To change the time or turn the climate controltimer on or off, push theswitch.4. To turn the timer on or off, use theswitch to highlight “On” or “Off”

• When the outside air temperature is low, the airflow from the foot outlets will be low or may notoperate for up to 150 seconds after turning onthe a

A NISSAN certified LEAF dealer will be able toservice your environmentally friendly climate con-trol system.AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL(MODELS WITH NAVI

there is no power available to drive the ve-hicle. Contact Roadside assistance serviceshown in your NISSAN Warranty InformationBooklet. See “If the Li

Cooling and/or dehumidified heating:The dehumidified heating mode can be used tokeep the windows from fogging. In this mode, theheat pump compressor i

Press the AUTO button to change the fan speedto the automatic mode.Air flow control:Press the MODE button to change the air flowmode.— Air flows from

Once the Climate Ctrl. Timer is set, it will com-plete air conditioning by the time that is set. It isnot necessary to set the Climate Ctrl. Timer ev-

3. Touch “Set Timer 1” or “Set Timer 2”. Thefollowing procedure explains the Timer 1setting.4. Enter the departure time.5. To set the Climate Ctrl. Ti

Operation tips:• The Climate Ctrl. Timer will only start when thepower switch is in the “OFF” position. Alwaysturn the power switch to the “OFF” posit

Remote climate controlThis vehicle incorporates a communication de-vice that is called a TCU (Telematics Communi-cation Unit). The communication conne

position, communication with the NISSANCARWINGS Data Center can be restored.• Air conditioning is limited to the capacity of theelectric power when th

charge connector is connected to a 120 Vplug outlet.• The Climate Ctrl. Timer operates the cli-mate control function so that a comfort-able temperatur

FM RADIO RECEPTIONRange: FM range is normally limited to 25 – 30 mi(40 – 48 km), with monaural (single channel) FMhaving slightly more range than ster

A build up of ice on the satellite radio antenna canaffect satellite radio performance. Remove theice to restore satellite radio reception.AUDIO OPERA

• The Li-ion battery warmer uses Li-ion bat-tery power to operate, even if the vehicleis connected to a charger when:– the vehicle’s power switch is i

• CDs that are in poor condition or are dirty,scratched or covered with fingerprintsmay not work properly.• The following CDs may not work properly.–

Playback order chartPlayback order:Musical playback order of a CD with MP3 orWMA files is as illustrated.• The names of folders not containing MP3 orW

Specification chart:Supported media CD, CD-R, CD-RW, USB 2.0Supported file systems ISO9660 LEVEL1, ISO9660 LEVEL2, Apple ISO, Romeo, Joliet * ISO9660

Troubleshooting guide:Symptom Cause and CountermeasureCannot playCheck if the disc or USB device was inserted correctly.Check if the disc is scratched

USB (Universal Serial Bus) memoryWARNINGDo not connect, disconnect or operatethe USB device while driving. Doing socan be a distraction. If distracted

• Operating procedure of the Bluetooth® audiowill vary depending on the devices. Make surehow to operate your audio device before using itwith this sy

9. Radio CAT (category)/FF (fast forward) but-ton for SEEK/TRACK10. BACK button11. CD·AUX button12. PWR (power) button/VOL (volume) controlknob13. RPT

• Clock AdjustAdjust the clock according to the following pro-cedure:1) Press the ENTER/SETTING button䊊1and turn the TURN/SCROLL knob until“Setting Cl

When the XM band select button is pressedwhile the power switch is in the ACC or ONposition, the radio will come on at the channel lastplayed.The last

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 CDwas playing, pre

HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTSWARNING• The EV (Electric Vehicle) system useshigh voltage up to approximately DC400 volt. The system can be hot duringand afte

USB MEMORY OPERATIONAudio main operation:The USB outlet connector is located in the centerconsole. Open the lid and connect a USBmemory as illustrated

RANDOM (RDM):When the RDM button is pressed while a USBmemory device is being playing, the play patterncan be changed as follows:To change the play mo

CompatibilityThe following models are available:• Third generation iPhone® (Firmware versionIOS4/4.0)• Fourth generation iPhone® (Firmware versionIOS4

the next track or the beginning of the current trackon the iPod® will be played.REPEAT (RPT):When the RPT play button is pressed while atrack is being

SOURCE select switchPush the source select switch to change themode in the following sequence:AM→FM1→FM2→XM1→XM2→XM3→CD*→USB/iPod®*→AUX*→AM.* These mo

ANTENNARemoving antennaYou can remove the antenna if necessary.Hold the bottom of the antenna and remove byturning counterclockwise.CAUTION• To avoid

WARNING• Use a phone after stopping your ve-hicle in a safe location. If you have touse a phone while driving, exercise ex-treme caution at all times

You can connect up to 5 different Bluetooth®cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module.However, you can talk on only one cellular phoneat a time.B

USING THE SYSTEMThe NISSAN Voice Recognition system allowshands-free operation of the Bluetooth® PhoneSystem.If the vehicle is in motion, some command

– “One eight oh oh six six two six two oh oh”, or– “One eight zero zero six six two six two ohoh”• Words can be used for the first 4 digits placesonly

WARNINGIn case of a collision:• If your vehicle is drivable, pull yourvehicle off the road, push the P (Park)position switch on the shift lever, apply

See “List of voice commands” and “During a call”in this section for more information.Phone/endWhile the Voice Recognition system is active,press and h

“1234” has been assigned by NISSAN andcannot be changed.3. The system asks you to say a name for thephone䊊C.If the name is too long or too short, the

After the main menu, you can say “Help” to hearthe list of commands currently available any timethe system is waiting for a response.If you want to en

• “Cancel/Quit” — The system announces “Can-cel,” ends the VR session and returns to the call.• “Send” — Use the Send command to enternumbers, “*” or

To transfer a phone number stored in the cellularphone’s memory:Say “Transfer entry.” The system acknowledgesthe command and asks you to initiate the

You can stop the playback of the list at any timeby pressing thebutton on the steeringwheel. The system ends the VR session. See the“Record name” comm

“Delete Phone”䊊DUse the Delete Phone command to delete aphone that is connected to the vehicle. The sys-tem will list the names assigned to each phone

• dial eight five six nine two• Bluetooth on• outgoing• call three one nine oh two• nine seven pause pause three oh eight• cancel• call back number• c

Symptom SolutionSystem fails to interpret the com-mand correctly.1. Ensure that the command is valid. See “List of voice commands” in this section.2.

NOTES4-56 Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems

EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF SYSTEMThe emergency shut-off system is activated andthe high-voltage system automatically turns off inthe following conditions:- Fr

5 Starting and drivingPrecautions when starting and driving ...5-2Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...5-2Avoiding collision and roll

WARNING• Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the support ofothers alone in your vehicle. Petsshould not be left alone either. Th

light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the tirepressure.• The CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning ap-pears on the vehicle information display whenthe low t

CAUTION• The TPMS may not function properlywhen the wheels are equipped withtire chains or the wheels are buried insnow.• Do not place metalized film

tire briefly to release pressure. When the pres-sure reaches the designated pressure, the hornbeeps once.• If the hazard indicator does not flash with

6. When it is safe to do so, gradually turn thesteering wheel until both tires return to theroad surface. When all tires are on the roadsurface, steer

Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! That istrue for drugs too (over-the-counter, prescrip-tion, and illegal drugs). Do not drive if your ability

OPERATING RANGE FOR EV(ELECTRIC VEHICLE) STARTFUNCTIONThe Intelligent Key function can only be used forstarting the EV (Electric Vehicle) system whent

The indicator light䊊Aon the power switch illumi-nates when the power switch is in the ACC orON position.The power lock is designed so that the powersw

NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®BATTERY DISCHARGEIf the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, orenvironmental conditions interfere with the Intel-ligent Key o

Li-ion battery is fully charged to preventthe Li-ion battery from becoming over-charged. Regenerating brake is also auto-matically reduced when the ba

1. Confirm the parking brake is applied.2. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park)position.The EV (Electric Vehicle) is designed not tooperate unl

ShiftingTo move the shift lever,: Slide along the gate while the brakepedal is depressed.: After sliding, maintain it in the sameposition until the ve

CAUTION• Do not slide the shift lever while push-ing the P position switch. This mayalso damage the electric motor.• When switching to the preferred p

N (Neutral):Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. Thevehicle can be placed in READY to drive positionin this position.Do not shift to the N (Ne

WARNING• Be sure the parking brake is releasedbefore driving. Failure to do so couldcause brake failure and lead to an ac-cident.• Do not release the

WARNINGDo not use the cruise control when driv-ing under the following conditions:• when it is not possible to keep thevehicle at a set speed• in heav

• If you move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)position, the cruise control will be canceled.To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one ofthe follo

– The ECO position helps reduce power con-sumption by reducing acceleration whencompared to the same accelerator pedalposition in the D (Drive ) posit

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.2. Push the P position switch on the shift lever.3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling intothe street when par

You may hear a noise when the steering wheel isoperated quickly. However, this is not a malfunc-tion.If the power steering warning lightillumi-nates w

All information, specifications and illustrations inthis manual are those in effect at the time ofprinting. NISSAN reserves the right to changespecifi

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• If the power switch position is in a posi-tion other than ON or READY to drive, youcan stop the vehicle by depressing thebrake pedal. However, great

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM(ABS)WARNING• The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) isa sophisticated device, but it cannotprevent accidents resulting from care-

Normal operationThe ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH(5 to 10 km/h). The speed varies according toroad conditions.When the ABS senses that one o

the power switch is placed in the OFF positionthen back to the ON position.The computer has a built-in diagnostic featurethat tests the system each ti

WARNING• Never rely solely on the hill start assistsystem to prevent the vehicle frommoving backward on a hill. Alwaysdrive carefully and attentively.

• The predicted charging time displayed onthe meter and navigation system in-creases when the Li-ion battery warmeroperates.• Vehicle range may be sub

Tire chains may be used. For details, see “Tirechains” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”section.SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENTIt is recommended that t

NOTES5-28 Starting and driving

6 In case of emergencyRoadside assistance program...6-2Emergency EV (Electric Vehicle) shut off ...6-2Hazard warning flasher switch

In the event of a roadside emergency, RoadsideAssistance Service is available to you. Pleaserefer to your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.)or Warran

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The flasher can be actuated with the powerswitch in any position.Some state laws may prohibit the use ofthe hazard warning flasher switch whiledriving

• Replacing tires with those not origi-nally specified by NISSAN could affectthe proper operation of the TPMS.• If you used the Emergency Tire Sealant

•Do not use the emergency tire punc-ture repair kit under the following con-ditions. Contact a NISSAN certifiedLEAF dealer or professional road as-sis

Before using emergency tire puncturerepair kit• If any foreign object (for example, a screw ornail) is embedded in the tire, do not remove it.• Check

2. Take the hose䊊1and the power plug䊊2outof the air compressor. Remove the cap of thebottle holder from the air compressor.3. Remove the cap from the

6. Push the power switch to the “ACC” position.Then turn the compressor switch to the ON(−) position and inflate the tire up to thepressure that is sp

the tire pressure with the pressure gauge.Temporary repair is completed if the tire pres-sure does not drop.Make sure the pressure is adjusted to thep

• Keep the 12-volt battery out of thereach of children.• The booster battery must be rated at12 volt. Use of an improperly ratedbattery can damage you

If the 12-volt battery is discharged, thepower switch cannot be moved from theOFF position. Connect the jumper cablesto the booster vehicle䊊Bbefore pu

(Park) position. If this occurs, place suit-able blocks at both the front and back ofa wheel to prevent the vehicle from mov-ing. Failure to block a w

BEFORE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE(MODELS WITH NAVIGATIONSYSTEM)The Li-ion battery charging status and the Li-ionbattery warmer operation can be checked usin

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial inCanada) and local regulations for towing must befollowed. Incorrect towing equipment could dam-age y

NOTE:If your vehicle cannot be moved becausethe vehicle can not to be shifted to the N(Neutral) position, please refer to the LEAFRoadside Assistance

Pulling a stuck vehicleDo not use the tie down hook for towing orvehicle recovery.Rear:Do not use the tie down hook to pull the vehicle.CAUTION• Tow c

NOTES6-16 In case of emergency

7 Appearance and careCleaning exterior ...7-2Washing ...7-2Waxing ...7-2Removing sp

In order to maintain the appearance of your ve-hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.To protect the paint surfaces, wash your vehicleas soo

REMOVING SPOTSRemove tar and oil spots, industrial dust, insects,and tree sap as quickly as possible from the paintsurface to avoid lasting damage or

CHROME PARTSClean chrome parts regularly with a non- abrasivechrome polish to maintain the finish.TIRE DRESSINGNISSAN does not recommend the use of ti

Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s in-structions before using air fresheners.FLOOR MATSWARNINGTo avoid potential pedal interference thatmay

SEAT BELTSThe seat belts can be cleaned by wiping themwith a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution.Allow the belts to dry completely in the shadebef

Checking Li-ion battery chargingstatusThe Li-ion battery charge status can be checkedon the NISSAN CARWINGS Data Center web-site via an internet enabl

CAUTION• NEVER remove dirt, sand or other de-bris from the passenger compartmentby washing it out with a hose. Removedirt with a vacuum cleaner.• Neve

NOTES7-8 Appearance and care

8 Maintenance and do-it yourselfMaintenance requirement ...8-2Scheduled maintenance ...8-2General maintenance...

Your new NISSAN has been designed to haveminimum maintenance requirements with longservice intervals to save you both time andmoney. However, some day

When driving in areas using road salt or othercorrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular basis.Make

Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat beltsystem (for example, buckles, anchors, adjustersand retractors) operate properly and smoothly,and are

When performing any inspection or maintenancework on your vehicle, always take care to preventserious accidental injury to yourself or damage tothe ve

– The Climate Ctrl. Timer and remoteclimate control are not active or op-erating. See “A/C-Heater Timer (Cli-mate Ctrl. Timer)” and “Remote cli-mate c

1. Brake fluid reservoir2. 12-volt battery3. Fuse/fusible link holder4. Fuse/fusible link holder5. Coolant tank cap6. Window washer fluid reservoir7.

The cooling system is filled at the factory with apre-diluted mixture of 50% genuine NISSANLong Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% wa-ter to provi

Operating the climate control systembefore drivingThe vehicle heating and air conditioning systemcan be turned on via remote control with aninternet e

CHECKING COOLANT LEVELCheck the coolant level in the reservoir whenthe high voltage parts are cold. If the coolantlevel is below the MIN level䊊2, open

When checking or replacement is required, werecommend a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer forservicing.CAUTION• Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic SATF. Do not

Except for CanadaTo check the fluid level, use your finger to plug thecenter hole䊊1of the cap/tube assembly, thenremove it from the reservoir. If ther

• Keep the 12-volt battery surface clean and dry.Clean the 12-volt battery with a solution ofbaking soda and water.• Make certain the terminal connect

1. Remove the cell plugs䊊A.2. Add distilled water up to the UPPER LEVEL䊊1line.If the side of the 12-volt battery is not clear,check the distilled wate

Pull up the wiper arm manually or using the wiperrise-up function.Wiper rise-up function:To pull up the wiper arm, pull the lever䊊1withinone minute af

Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle䊊A. Thismay cause improper windshield washer opera-tion. If the nozzle is clogged, remove any objectswith a ne

BRAKE PAD WEAR WARNINGThe disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.When a brake pad requires replacement, it willmake a high pitched scraping sound

4. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.5. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller locatedin the passenger compartment fuse box.6. If the fuse is o

PASSENGER COMPARTMENTCAUTIONNever use a fuse of a higher or loweramperage rating than that specified onthe fuse box cover. This could damagethe electr

Notification of the Li-ion batterywarmer operationYou can be notified the Li-ion battery warmeroperation on the NISSAN CARWINGS DataCenter website via

CAUTION• Be careful not to allow children toswallow the battery and removedparts.• An improperly disposed battery canharm the environment. Always conf

4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts䊊1,and then push them together䊊2until it issecurely closed.5. Operate the buttons to check that it is fu

1. Front parking light2. Headlight (low-beam)3. Front turn signal light4. Map light5. Ceiling light6. Front fog light (if so equipped)7. Headlight (hi

HEADLIGHTSReplacingHalogen headlight (high-beam):The headlight high-beam is a semi-sealed beamtype that uses a replaceable headlight (halogen)bulb.CAU

EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTSItem Wattage(W)Bulb No.Headlight low beams(Type A)*LED —Headlight high beams(Halogen) (Type A)65 H9Headlight (Type B) 60/5

1. Remove the rear combination attachment bolt䊊1.2. Pull the rear combination assembly evenlytoward rear of the vehicle䊊2.3. Turn the bulb socket and

Rear combination lightCargo lightCeiling lightMaintenance and do-it yourself 8-25

If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the“In case of emergency” section.TIRE PRESSURETire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS)This vehicle is equipp

Tire and Loading Information label䊊1Seating capacity: The maximum number ofoccupants that can be seated in the ve-hicle.䊊2Vehicle load limit: See “Veh

Checking tire pressure1. Remove the valve stem cap from the tire.2. Press the pressure gauge securely onto thevalve stem. Do not press too hard or for

STARTING YOUR VEHICLE1. Depress the brake pedal.2. Press the power switch.3. Check that the READY to drive indicator lightilluminates and the start up

䊊1Tire size (example: P215/60R16 94H)1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is designed forpassenger vehicles. (Not all tires have thisinformation.)2. Three

6. Four numbers represent the week and yearthe tire was built. For example, the numbers3103 means the 31st week of 2003. If thesenumbers are missing,

tires are identified by ALL SEASON and/or M&S(Mud and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow tireshave better snow traction than All Season tiresand may

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRESTire rotationNISSAN recommends rotating the tires every7,500 miles (12,000 km).As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nutsto

• The original tires have built-in treadwear indicators. When wear indicatorsare visible, the tire(s) should be re-placed.• Tires degrade with age and

• The use of retread tire is not recom-mended.• For additional information regardingtires, refer to “Important Tire SafetyInformation” (US) or “Tire S

9 Technical and consumer informationCapacities and recommended lubricants ...9-2Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricantrecommendations

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure thatis describe

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMREFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANTRECOMMENDATIONSThe air conditioning system in your NISSANvehicle must be charged with the refriger-ant

CHARGING SYSTEMRated input voltage AC120V (single phase), AC240V (single phase)Rated input frequency 60HzMaximum rated current 12A (AC120V), 18A (AC24

DRIVING THE VEHICLE1. Depress the brake pedal.2. Release the parking brake.3. Move the shift lever into the D (Drive) position.When released, the shif

Rated input voltage AC120V (single phase), AC240V (single phase)Rated input frequency 60HzApplicable standardsSAE J1772: 2010EN61851-1: 2010EN61851-21

MOTORModel EM61WHEELS AND TIRESRoad wheelType Size Offset in (mm)Steel 16 × 6 1/2J TBDAluminum 16 × 6 1/2J 1.57 (40)Aluminum 17 × 6 1/2J 1.77 (45)Tire

When planning to travel in another country,you should first find out if the charging equipmentis compatible with that country’s electrical sys-tem.Whe

TRACTION MOTOR SERIALNUMBERThe serial number of the traction motor isstamped on the traction motor as shown.F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S CERTIFICATIONLABELThe

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATIONLABELThe cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire andLoading Information label affixed to the driver’sside center pillar as

3. Remove the license plate bracket and con-nect the arcs from the ovals. Mark the point inthe center of each oval. These are pilot drillinglocations.

shown as “Seating Capacity” on the Tire andLoading Information label.To get “the combined weight of occupants andcargo”, add the weight of all occupan

SECURING THE LOADThere are tie down hooks located in the cargoarea as shown. The tie down hooks can be usedto secure cargo with ropes or other types o

MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSSecure loose items to prevent weight shifts thatcould affect the balance of your vehicle. Whenthe vehicle is loaded, drive to a

DOT (Department Of Transportation) QualityGrades: All passenger car tires must conform tofederal safety requirements in addition to thesegrades.Qualit

Use the ECO position for maximum vehicle rangeand for city driving. The ECO position helps re-duce power consumption by reducing accelera-tion when co

For USAIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect whichcould cause a crash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediately inform the Na-tion

offer you new or additional products or services;and as otherwise may be required by law. Suchdata may be shared with NISSAN’s parents, sub-sidiaries,

interruption of data transmission and, as a result,certain features may be temporarily unavailable.Even if areas with good signal reception, cellularc

NOTE:EDR data are recorded by your vehicle onlyif a nontrivial crash situation occurs; nodata are recorded by the EDR under normaldriving conditions a

CHARGING INFORMATIONTechnical and consumer information 9-19

9-20 Technical and consumer information

The label is typically located on the driver sidecenter pillar or on the driver’s door. For additionalinformation, see “Wheels and tires” in the “Main

NOTES9-22 Technical and consumer information

10 IndexAABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ...5-22Advanced air bag system ...1-41Air bag system ...1-41Advanced air bag syst

Charging troubleshooting guide ...CH-33Checking ...2-14Checkingbulbs...2-14Checkingcoolantlevel ...8-9Chil

If the low battery charge warning lightilluminates, the Li-ion battery charge is too low fortravel. See “Empty light” in the “Instruments andcontrols”

Front passenger air bag and status light ...1-42Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...1-3Fuses...8-16Fusiblelinks...

Airbagwarninglight...1-48Bulb replacement ...8-21Ceiling light ...2-58Foglightswitch...2-45Headlight

Parking ...5-15Parking on hills ...5-18Parking brake break-in...5-21Power ...3-3Power d

Smallchildren...1-16Three-pointtype...1-11Seat(s), Seats ...1-2Heatedseats...2-47Security syst

Transceiver ...2-59Transmitter, With Intelligent Key system(See Intelligent Key system)...3-13Tricklecharge...CH-

For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.OWNER'S MANUAL2014 LEAF2014 NISSAN LEAF ZE0-DZE0-DPrinting: August 2013 (10)Publicati

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to thoseabove call attention to an item in the illustration.[]:Indicates a key/item displayed on the screen

Parking the vehicle1. When stopping the vehicle, push the P (Park)position switch on the shift lever while de-pressing the brake pedal. Confirm that t

AT HOME AFTER DRIVINGCharging the Li-ion batteryWhen you return home, connect the vehicle tothe charging station installed at your home usingthe norma

RANGEThe distance you can drive the vehicle (range)varies considerably depending upon availablecharge, weather, temperature, usage, batteryage, topogr

• Release the accelerator pedal to slow downand do not apply the brakes when traffic androad conditions allow.– This vehicle is equipped with a regene

LI-ION BATTERY MAINTENANCEIn addition to the regular maintenance recom-mended by NISSAN, the LEAF requires somespecial Li-ion battery inspections.• Se

ECO indicator:This indicator provides instant information abouthow efficiently the vehicle is being operated. Youcan see how changing your driving sty

Driving range:This indicator displays the estimated drivingrange (calculated based on a program that ac-counts for current driving style and operation

Warning and indicator lightsThe EV (Electric Vehicle) system uses the follow-ing EV (Electric Vehicle) specific warning andindicator lights.1. Master

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 s

SOLAR CELL MODULE (IF SOEQUIPPED)This vehicle uses a solar cell module to providepower to the 12-volt battery. The solar cell mod-ule only provides po

NISSAN CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAMNISSAN CARES ...Both NISSAN and your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your

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

WARNING• If you use any medical electric devices,such as an implantable cardiac pace-maker or an implantable cardiovascu-lar defibrillator, check with

•Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)case securely through the fastener onthe bottom of the luggage board. If theca

NOTE:• When charging the Li-ion battery, placethe power switch in the OFF position.When the power switch is in the ON posi-tion, the Li-ion battery wi

TYPES OF CHARGE AND HOW TOCHARGE THE LI-ION BATTERYCharging CH-5

CH-6 Charging

This vehicle is an electric vehicle and it requireselectricity to operate. The Li-ion battery is the onlysource of power to operate the vehicle. It is

hardware and software differences. NISSAN isworking with state, municipalities utility compa-nies and others to assist in the preparation ofmarkets an

Checking Li-ion battery chargeThe three methods for checking amount ofcharge are as follows.• Check by using the Li-ion battery availablecharge gauge

• The Genuine NISSAN charging equipmentcommunicates with the vehicle before Li-ionbattery charging starts. If this communicationdoes not occur because

Table ofcontentsIllustrated table of contentsEV OverviewChargingSafety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint systemInstruments and controlsPre-

NOTE:• To stop charging mid-charge, remove thecharge connector. Charging automaticallystops.HOW TO TRICKLE CHARGE (IF SOEQUIPPED)WARNING• If you use a

– The charger contains no user ser-viceable parts. Do not attempt torepair the charger, doing so will voidyour warranty.•Pass the lower side belt of t

To start trickle charging:*:You can pass a rope through the hole䊊Aon thecontrol box in order to hang it up while the Li-ionbattery is charging.1. Push

8. Connect the charge connector to the chargeport. If it is connected normally, a beep willsound once.9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ion bat

5. Store in its case.NOTE:Perform the following procedure tostore the EVSE (Electric Vehicle SupplyEquipment) in the case.a. Wind the charge cable int

To start charging:1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place thevehicle in the P (Park) position and apply theparking brake.2. When charging the Li

5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the chargeconnector.6. Follow the instructions on the quick chargeequipment to start charging. When the equip-ment is

CAUTION• As the quick charge connector isheavier in comparison to the othercharge connectors, allowing it to dropcould cause damage to the vehicle orc

Temporary unlock positionWhen the charge connector lock switch is in theAUTO or LOCK position, the charge connectorlock can be unlocked temporarily by

NOTE:• Depending on the charging station, thelock mechanism established by localstandards may not be compatible withyour vehicle. It may not be possib

CHARGING TIMERUse charging timer to schedule when the Li-ionbattery charges. The vehicle automatically beginscharging at the scheduled times when the

3. Enter the Li-ion battery charge start time.Touch [END Time] to change the time to stopcharging.NOTE:Charging timer is performed accordingto the cur

7. The [Timer 1] indicator illuminates after thecharging timer is set. Use the same procedureto set the Timer 2 setting.8. Place the power switch in t

two timers are not set to operate at thesame time, it is possible that the chargerwill not start or the battery will not becharged to the level expect

3. The “Charging Timer” screen is displayed. Tochange the time or turn the timer on or off,push theswitch.4. To turn the timer on or off, use theswitc

IMMEDIATE CHARGEWhen a charging timer is not turned on, chargingautomatically starts when a normal or tricklecharge connector is connected to the vehi

NOTE:• Establishing the CARWINGS™ service isnecessary before using this service. SeeLEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.• To check the Li-ion batter

CHARGING STATUS INDICATORLIGHTSThe charging status indicator lights䊊1to䊊3display the charging status, and are visible fromboth inside and outside the

Ready for charging timerIf charging timer is set, the indicator lights illumi-nate, in order from䊊1to䊊3. The indicator lightsturn off after approximat

When fully chargedAll of the indicator lights䊊1to䊊3illuminate whenthe Li-ion battery is fully charged.The indicator lights turn off after approximatel

0 Illustrated table of contentsSeats, seat belts and Supplemental Restraint System(SRS) ...0-2Exterior front ...

When not chargingNone of the lights are illuminated when the Li-ionbattery and 12-volt battery are not charging.EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLYEQUIPMENT

READY CHARGE FAULT Status and action to be taken䡩䡩䡩Every time the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) plug is connected to an outlet, all indicat

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionCharging cannot be per-formed.The vehicle power switch is in the ON position. Before charging, place the vehic

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionCharging timer cannot beperformed.The charge cable is not connected. Connect the charge cable.The time on the

Symptom Possible cause Possible solutionNormal charge stops in themiddle of charging.There is no power coming from the outlet. There may have been a e

NOTESCH-36 Charging

1 Safety–Seats, seat belts andsupplemental restraint systemSeats ...1-2Front seats ...1-3Rear seats .

WARNING• Do not ride in a moving vehicle whenthe seatback is reclined. This can bedangerous. The shoulder belt will notbe against your body. In an acc

FRONT SEATSFront manual seat adjustmentForward and backward:Pull the bar up and hold it while sliding the seatforward or backward to the preferred pos

REAR SEATSFoldingBefore folding the rear seats:• Secure the seat belts on the seat belt hookslocated on the side wall. See “Seat belt hooks”.To fold d

1. Rear head restraints/headrests (P 1-4)2. Child restraint anchor points (for top tetherstrap child restraint) (P 1-31)3. Roof-mounted curtain side-i

removed. If the head restraint/headrestwas removed, reinstall and properly ad-just the head restraint/headrest beforean occupant uses the seating posi

Adjustable head restraint/headrestcomponents1. Removable head restraint/headrest2. Multiple notches3. Lock knob4. StalksNon-adjustable head restraint/

Install1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks withthe holes in the seat. Make sure the headrestraint/headrest is facing the correct direc-tion. T

RaiseTo 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 notchbef

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WARNING• Every person who drives or rides in thisvehicle should use a seat belt at alltimes. Children should be properly re-strained in the rear seat

PREGNANT WOMENNISSAN recommends that pregnant women useseat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug,and always position the lap belt as low as pos-si

• If the seat belt cannot be pulled from itsfully retracted position, firmly pull thebelt and release it. Then smoothly pullthe belt out of the retrac

Unfastening the seat beltsTo unfasten the seat belt, push the button on thebuckle. The seat belt automatically retracts.Checking seat belt operationSe

WARNING• After adjustment, release the adjust-ment button and then try to move theshoulder belt anchor up and down tomake sure that it is securely fix