2013 NISSAN LEAF warning

Auto-reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the window.
If the control unit detects something caught in the
window as it is closing, the window will be imme-
diately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated when
the window is closed by automatic operation
when the power switch is in the ON position or
for 45 seconds after the power switch is placed
in the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window oc-
curs.
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 window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the switch
more than 3 seconds after the window is
closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Operate the window by the automatic function to con-
firm the initialization is complete.
If the power window automatic function does not
operate properly after performing the procedure
above, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the power switch in the OFF posi-
tion. This could result in a discharged
12-volt battery.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver provides
a convenient way to consolidate the functions of
up to three individual hand-held transmitters into
one built-in device.
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:
Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF) de-vices such as garage doors, gates, home and
office lighting, entry door locks and security
systems.
Is powered by the vehicle’s 12-volt battery. No separate batteries are required. If the vehicle’s
12-volt battery is discharged or is discon-
nected, HomeLink® will retain all programming.
Once the HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver is programmed, retain the original
transmitter for future programming proce-
dures (for example, new vehicle pur-
chases) . Upon sale of the vehicle, the pro-
grammed HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver buttons should be erased for
security purposes. For additional informa-
tion, see “Programming HomeLink®” later
in this section.
WARNING
Do not use the HomeLink® Universal Transceiver with any garage door
opener that lacks safety stop and re-
verse features as required by federal
safety standards. (These standards be-
came effective for opener models
manufactured after April 1, 1982.) A
garage door opener that cannot detect
an object in the path of a closing ga-
rage door and then automatically stop
and reverse, does not meet current
federal safety standards. Using a ga-
rage door opener without these fea-
tures increases the risk of serious in-
jury or death.
During the programming procedure, your garage door or security gate will
open or close (if the transmitter is
within range) . Make sure that people
or objects are clear of the garage door,
gate, etc. that you are programming.
Place the power switch in the ACC or ON position while programming the
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®
If you have any questions or are having difficulty
programming your HomeLink® buttons, refer to
the HomeLink® web site at: www.homelink.com
or call 1-800-355-3515.
NOTE:
Place the ignition switch in the ACC posi-
tion when programming HomeLink®. It is
also recommended that a new battery be
placed in the hand-held transmitter of the
device being programmed to HomeLink®
for quicker programming and accurate
transmission of the radio-frequency.
1. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter
1–3 inches (2–8 cm) away from the
HomeLink® surface, keeping the HomeLink®
indicator light
1in view.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER (IF SO EQUIPPED)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys...............................3-2
NISSAN Intelligent Keys® ...............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 .................. .3-5
Child safety rear door lock ................3-6
NISSAN Intelligent Key® system ..............3-6
NISSAN Intelligent Key® operating range of
the door lock/unlock function ..............3-8
Door locks/unlocks precaution .............3-8
NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation ..........3-9
12-volt battery saver system ..............3-10
Warning signals .................... .3-11
Troubleshooting guide ................ .3-12How to use remote keyless entry function
......3-13
Hood ............................ .3-16
Rear hatch ......................... .3-17
Secondary rear hatch release .............3-18
Charge port lid ....................... .3-18
Opening charge port lid ................3-18
Charge port cap .................... .3-19
Tilt steering column .................... .3-20
Tilt operation ...................... .3-20
Sun visors ......................... .3-21
Card holder (driver’s side only) ..............3-21
Mirrors ........................... .3-22
Inside rearview mirror ................. .3-22
Outside mirrors .................... .3-23
Vanity mirror ...................... .3-24

Do not place the Intelligent Key nearan 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 recommends erasing the ID
code of that Intelligent Key. This will pre-
vent the Intelligent Key from unauthor-
ized use to unlock the vehicle. For infor-
mation regarding the erasing procedure,
contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
Mechanical key
To remove the mechanical key, release the lock
knob at the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into
the Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to
the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the
doors. See Doors.
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key in-
stalled in the Intelligent Key.
WARNING
Always have the doors locked while driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from unintention-
ally opening the doors, and will help
keep out intruders.
Before opening any door, always look for and avoid oncoming traffic.
Do not leave children unattended in- side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls. Un-
attended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
DOORS
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-3

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCK SWITCH
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.
To lock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the lock position
1with the driver’s or
front passenger’s door open, then close the door.
When locking the door this way, be sure not
to leave the key inside the vehicle.
To unlock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the unlock position
2.
Lockout protection
When the power door lock switch is moved to the
lock position and any door is open, all doors will
lock and unlock automatically. When the power
door lock switch is moved to the lock position
with the Intelligent Key left in the vehicle and any
door open, all doors will unlock automatically and
a chime will sound after the door is closed.
These functions help to prevent the Intelligent
Key from being accidentally locked inside the
vehicle.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
All doors lock automatically when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h) .
All doors unlock automatically when the power switch is placed in the OFF position.
The automatic unlock function can be de-
activated or activated.
To deactivate or activate the automatic door un-
lock system, perform the following procedure.
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the power switch in the ON position. 3. Within 20 seconds of performing step 2.
Push and hold the power door lock switch tothe “UNLOCK”
position for more than
5 seconds.
4. When activated, the hazard warning lights will flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard
warning lights will flash once.
5. The power switch must be placed in the OFF and ON position again between each setting
change.
When the automatic door unlock system is deac-
tivated, the doors do not unlock when the power
is placed in the OFF position. To unlock the door
manually, use the inside lock knob or the power
door lock switch (driver’s or front passenger’s
side) .
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CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR LOCK
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
1,
the rear doors can be opened only from the
outside.
To disengage, move the levers to the unlock
position
2.
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 FAA advises that the radio waves
may affect aircraft navigation and
communication systems. Do not oper-
ate the Intelligent Key while on an air-
plane. Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the unit
is stored during a flight.
The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door and the rear hatch locks by using the remote
controller function or pushing the request switch
on the vehicle without taking the key out from a
pocket or purse. The operating environment
and/or conditions may affect the Intelligent Key
system operation.
Be sure to read the following items before using
the Intelligent Key system.CAUTION
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you when operating the vehicle.
Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating with
the vehicle because it receives radio waves. The
Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio
waves. Environmental conditions may interfere
with the operation of the Intelligent Key system
under the following operating conditions.
When operating near a location where strong radio waves are transmitted, such as a TV tower,
power station or broadcasting station.
When in possession of wireless equipment, such as a cellular phone, transceiver or CB
radio.
When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or covered by metallic materials.
When any type of radio wave remote control is used nearby.
When the Intelligent Key is placed near an elec- tric appliance such as a personal computer.

When the vehicle is parked near a parking meter.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM
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WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving unex-
pectedly by erroneous operation of the Intelligent
Key listed on the following chart or to help pre-
vent the vehicle from being stolen, chime or beep
sounds inside and outside the vehicle and a
warning displays in the dot matrix liquid crystal
display.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
displays, be sure to check the vehicle and Intelli-
gent Key.
SeeTroubleshooting guide andDot matrix liq-
uid crystal display in theInstruments and con-
trols section.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-11

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When opening the driver’s door to
get out of the vehicleThe 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 position then
close the driver’s door.
When closing the door after getting
out of the vehicle The KEY is not detected warning appears on the
display, the outside chime sounds 3 times and the
inside warning chime sounds for a few seconds. The power switch is in the ACC or ON posi-
tion.
Push the power switch to the OFF position.
When closing the door with the in-
side lock knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few seconds and
all the doors unlock. The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle or
cargo area.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the request switch or
the “LOCK”
button on the Intel-
ligent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few seconds. The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle or a
cargo area.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
When pushing the power switch in
the READY to drive position The Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ap-
pears on the display.
The Intelligent Key battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. See
Key
battery replacement in the Maintenance and
do-it-yourself
section.
The Key is not detected warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime sounds for a
few seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the power switch The Intelligent Key system warning indicator ap-
pears on the display. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent
Key system.
Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
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