2014 NISSAN LEAF maintenance

When the power switch is in the ON position, the
supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for
about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means
the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and preten-
sioner systems need servicing:
• 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
come on at all.
Under these conditions, the front air bag, side air
bag, curtain air bag and pretensioner systems
may not operate properly. They must be checked
and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
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. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon as
possible.
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags
and pretensioners are designed to activate on a
one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is
damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light
will remain illuminated after inflation has occurred.
Repair and replacement of these systems should
be done only by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
When maintenance work is required on the ve-
hicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags and pretensioners and related parts should
be pointed out to the person performing the
maintenance. The power switch should always
be in the LOCK position when working under the
hood or inside the vehicle.
WARNING
• Once a front air bag, side air bag or
curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
module will not function again and
must be replaced. Additionally, the ac-
tivated pretensioners must also be re-
placed. The air bag module and preten-
sioner should be replaced by a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. The air
bag modules and pretensioner system
cannot be repaired.
• The front air bag, side air bag and
curtain air bag systems, and preten-
sioner system should be inspected by
a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer if there
is any damage to the front end or side
portion of the vehicle.
• If you need to dispose of a supplemen-
tal air bag or pretensioner or scrap the
vehicle, contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer. Correct supplemental air
bag and pretensioner system disposal
procedures are set forth in the appro-
priate NISSAN Service Manual. Incor-
rect disposal procedures could cause
personal injury.
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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
Power meter........................2-7
Driving range........................2-8
Li-ion battery available charge gauge.........2-9
Li-ion battery capacity level gauge..........2-10
Outside air temperature................2-10
ECO indicator......................2-10
Clock...........................2-11
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.....2-13
Checking bulbs.....................2-14
Warning lights......................2-14
Indicator lights......................2-20
Audible reminders....................2-22
Vehicle information display.................2-23
Indicators for operation.................2-24
Trip computer......................2-28
Warning information displays.............2-33
Indicators for maintenance...............2-35
Indicator for timer....................2-36
Security systems......................2-36Vehicle security system.................2-37
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System.........2-38
Windshield wiper and washer switch...........2-39
Washer operation....................2-40
Rear window wiper and washer switch.........2-41
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch . . .2-42
Instrument brightness control...............2-42
Headlight and turn signal switch.............2-43
Headlight switch.....................2-43
Turn signal switch....................2-45
Fog light switch (if so equipped)............
.2-45
Heated steering wheel switch...............2-46
Horn..............................2-47
ECO switch.........................2-47
Heated seat switch.....................2-47
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch......2-49
Charge port lid switch...................2-49
Charge connector lock switch...............2-50
Charge timer OFF switch.................2-50
Power outlet.........................2-50
Storage............................2-51
Cup holders.......................2-51
Sunglasses holder....................2-52
Glove box.........................2-53
Console box.......................2-53

cooperative regenerative brake and/or the elec-
tronically driven intelligent brake systems are not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. If the BRAKE
warning light (red) also illuminates, stop the ve-
hicle immediately and contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer. For additional information, see
“Brakes” in the “Starting and driving” section.
WARNING
• 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 until the
brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.• The cooperative regenerative brake
system may not be working properly if
the brake system warning light illumi-
nates when the READY to drive indica-
tor light is ON. If you judge it to be safe,
drive carefully to the nearest service
station for repairs. Otherwise, have
your vehicle towed because driving
could be dangerous.orBRAKE warning
light (red)
When the power switch is placed in the ON
position or in the READY to drive position, the
light remains illuminated for about a few seconds.
If the light illuminates at any other time, it may
indicate that the hydraulic brake system is not
functioning properly. If the BRAKE warning light
illuminates, stop the vehicle immediately and
contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the parking
brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the power switch is in the ON position, the
light warns of a low brake fluid level. If this warn-ing light illuminates, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light and the brake system warn-
ing light (yellow) also illuminate.
If the light illuminates while the power switch is in
the READY to drive position with the parking
brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform
the following items.
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is
necessary, add fluid and have the system
checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
See “Brake fluid” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warning system checked by a NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer.
WARNING
• Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge
the brake system to be safe, drive care-
fully to the nearest service station for
repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle
towed because driving it could be dan-
gerous.
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Unregistered Intelligent Key:
This warning appears when the power switch is
placed in the ON, ACC or READY to drive posi-
tion and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized
by the system. You cannot place the power
switch in the READY to drive position with an
unregistered key. Use an Intelligent Key that has
been registered.
See “NISSAN Intelligent Key® system” in the
“Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section for
more details.
3. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery with
a new one. (See “NISSAN Intelligent Key® bat-
tery replacement” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section.)
4. EV system operation for discharged
Intelligent Key system indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power and when the
Intelligent Key System and vehicle are not com-
municating normally.If this indicator appears, touch the power switch
with the Intelligent Key while depressing the
brake pedal. (See “NISSAN Intelligent Key® bat-
tery discharge” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion.)
5. Door/rear hatch open warning
(power switch is in the ON position)
This warning appears if any of the doors and/or
the rear hatch are open or not closed securely.
The vehicle icon indicates which door or the rear
hatch is open on the display. Make sure that all of
the doors and the rear hatch are closed.
This warning also appears alternating with SHIFT
Pwarning while the driver’s door is opened with
the shift position in any position other than the P
(Park) position. See “SHIFTPwarning (if so
equipped) .
6. Intelligent Key system warning
This warning appears if there is a malfunction in
the Intelligent Key system.
If this warning appears while the power switch
position is in the ON position, the power switch
can not be switched to the READY to drive posi-
tion. If this warning appears while power switch is
in the READY to drive position, the vehicle can bedriven. However, contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
7. Driver alert
This warning appears when the previously set
time for a break is reached. You can set the time
for up to 6 hours in the setting menu. (See “Trip
computer”.)
8. Low outside air temperature
The outside air temperature is displayed in °F or
°C in the range of −20°F to 140°F (−30°C to
60°C) .
The outside air temperature mode includes a low
temperature warning feature. If the outside air
temperature is below 37°F (3°C) , the warning is
displayed on the screen.
The outside temperature sensor is located in
front side of the vehicle. The sensor may be
affected by road, wind directions and other driv-
ing conditions. The display may differ from the
actual outside temperature or the temperature
displayed on various signs of billboards.
9. Low washer fluid warning (for
Canada)
This warning appears when the washer tank fluid
is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary.
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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. Turn off the headlight switch.
11. Plug in indicator
This indicator appears when the charge connec-
tor is connected.
If the charge connector is connected to the ve-
hicle, the power switch can not be placed in the
READY to drive position.
12. Remove charge connector
warning
This warning appears when the power switch is
in the ACC or ON position and if the power
switch is pushed to the READY to drive position
with the brake pedal depressed, while the charge
connector is inserted to the vehicle. Remove the
charge connector.
13. Electric shift control system
warning
This message appears if there is malfunction in
the electric shift control system.This message appears when the parking brake is
not applied, even after the vehicle has been
parked. The master warning light (red) also illu-
minates and the chime sounds.
Apply parking brake. The message in the vehicle
information display turns off and the chime stops.
Have the system checked by a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
14. Shift control system (T/M) warning
This warning appears if there is a malfunction in
the electric shift control system but operation of
the electric shift control is still possible. The mas-
ter warning (yellow) light also illuminates and the
chime sounds. When this occurs, check the shift
position indicator by the shift lever or vehicle
information display in the meter to make sure that
shifting has been performed properly. Contact a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
15. Shift position warning
This warning appears if the system cannot detect
the shift position. Make sure the vehicle is placed
in a position properly.
The master warning light (red) also illuminates
and the chime sounds. Check the shift position of
the vehicle.
16. Li-ion battery low charge warning
This indicator appears when the Li-ion battery is
getting low. The low battery charge warning light
and the master warning light (yellow) also illumi-
nate. Charge the Li-ion battery as soon as pos-
sible. The [i] symbol is shown on the vehicle
information display, this indicates that further in-
formation is available on the navigation display.
Check the navigation display for further informa-
tion and instructions.
17. Power limitation warning
This display appears when the Li-ion battery ca-
pacity is getting too low to move the vehicle or if
there is any reason to limit traction power (Li-ion
battery low or high temperature etc.) . The power
limitation indicator light and the master warning
light (yellow) also illuminate. The [i] symbol is
shown on the vehicle information display. This
indicates that further information is available on
the navigation display. Check the navigation dis-
play for further information and instructions.
18. DC/DC converter warning
This warning appears if the DC/DC converter
system is not functioning properly. The 12-volt
battery charge warning (red) light also and the
master warning light illuminate. Stop the vehicle
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Elapsed time:
The elapsed time mode shows the time since the
last reset. The displayed time can be reset by
pushing the
switchBfor longer than 1
second. (The driving distance is also reset at the
same time.)
Settings
Settings cannot be accessed while driving.
The message, “settings can only be ac-
cessed when stationary” is also displayed
on the vehicle information display.The
switchAandswitchBare
used in the settings mode.
Push the
switchBto scroll through the
menus.
Push the
switchAto select a menu.
Skip:
Push the
switchAto move to the warning
check mode.
Push the
switchBto select other menus.
Clock:
The clock can be adjusted in this menu.
• Back
Select this submenu to return to the top page of
the settings mode.
• Set Clock
Adjust the time (hour and minute) of the clock.
• 24/12Hr (24 hours or 12 hours)
Select either the 24-hour clock display or the
12-hour display.
Maintenance:
There are 5 submenus under the maintenance
menu.
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• Back
Select this submenu to return to the top page of
the settings mode.
• Tire
Select this submenu to set or reset the distance
for replacement of the tires.
• Other -1, -2 and -3
Select this submenu to set or reset the distance
for replaceable/maintenance items. Up to three
other items can be monitored. Set other items if
required.
Alarms:
The alarms menu can be set to notify the follow-
ing items. There are 3 submenus under the
alarms menu.
• Back
Select this submenu to return to the top page of
the settings mode.
• Driver Alert
Select this submenu to set the driver alert pe-
riod.
• Outside temp
Select this submenu to display the low outside
temperature (On or Off) .Units:
Units displayed can be set for the following items
on this menu.
• Back
Select this submenu to return to the top page of
the settings mode.
• Temperature
• Speed
Language:
Select this submenu to choose the language
displayed.
To return to the top page of the settings mode,
select “BACK”.
Effects:
The start up sound can be selected or turned off
from this menu.
5 submenus under the effects menu.
When a menu item is selected, the selected
sound plays.
• Back
Select this submenu to return to the top page of
the settings mode.
• Sound 1
• Sound 2• Sound 3
• Off
Factory settings:
Select this menu to reset all values to the factory
default settings except for the odometer settings.
NOTE:
When resetting to the factory settings, all
previous settings made are restored to the
default settings.
To return to the top page of the settings mode,
select “BACK”.
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INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE1. Tire replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance comes for replacing tires. You can set or
reset the distance for replacing tires. (See “Trip
computer”.)
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. See “Changing
wheels and tires” in the section. Many
factors including tire inflation, alignment,
driving habits and road conditions affect
tire wear and when tires should be re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain driving distance does
not mean your tires will last that long.
Use the tire replacement indicator as a
guide only and always perform regular
tire checks. Failure to perform regular
tire checks, including tire pressure
checks could result in tire failure. Serious
vehicle damage could occur and may lead
to a collision, which could result in seri-
ous personal injury or death.
2. 3. 4. “Other” indicator
These indicators appears when the customer set
distance comes for checking or replacing main-
tenance items other than the tires. Other mainte-
nance items can include such things as the tire
rotation. You can set or reset the distance for
checking or replacing the items. (See “Trip com-
puter”.) For scheduled maintenance items and
intervals, see your NISSAN Service and Mainte-
nance Guide.
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