2014 NISSAN LEAF remote control

Checking Li-ion battery charge
The three methods for checking amount of
charge are as follows.
• 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 a cellular phone, smart phone or
personal computer. See LEAF Navigation Sys-
tem Owner’s Manual (models with navigation
system) .
• Check by using the charging status indicator
light. See “Charging status indicator light”.
NOTE:
•During the charge operation, charge con-
tinues when the power switch is placed in
the ON position.
•The Li-ion battery cannot be charged if the
quick charge connector and the normal
charge connector are connected at the
same time. If another charge connector is
connected mid-charge, charging will stop.•For safety reasons, it is not possible to
switch to the READY to drive position
while a charge connector is connected.
•During charging, it is possible that the
radio may be inaudible due to noise by the
electromagnetic wave.
HOW TO NORMAL 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 charging may have
on implanted devices before starting
the charge operation. Charging may
affect the operation.
• If you have an implantable cardiac
pacemaker or an implantable cardio-
vascular defibrillator, while the Li-ion
battery is charging:
– Do not stay inside the vehicle.
– Do not go inside the vehicle, for ex-
ample to remove or place an item in
the passenger compartment.– Do not open the rear hatch, for ex-
ample to remove or place an item in
the cargo area.
Charging may affect the operation of
electric medical device and result in
serious personal injury or death.
• Be sure to follow the precautions for
using the charger that can be installed
in your home. Failing to do so could
result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
• Do not use any charging equipment
that is not compatible with the LEAF.
Doing so could prevent the Li-ion bat-
tery from charging properly or could
result in damage to the vehicle or Li-
ion battery.
• Normal charge uses the charging device (AC
220 - 240 volt, 20A) that can be installed in your
home to charge the Li-ion battery.
• Immediate charge, charging timer and remote
charge (models with navigation system) can be
performed in the normal charge mode. See
“Charging methods”.
ChargingCH-9

• The Genuine NISSAN charging equipment
communicates with the vehicle before Li-ion
battery charging starts. If this communication
does not occur because other equipment is
used, the Li-ion battery will not charge.
• NISSAN recommends that you connect the
normal charge cable when getting out of the
vehicle, even if it is not 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.
To start normal charge:
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. When the
power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion
battery will not start charging.
3. Open the charge port lid and charge port cap.
See “Charge port lid” and “Charge port cap”
in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments”
section.4. Connect the charge connector to the charge
port. If it is connected normally, a beep will
sound once.
5. If charging has started or if the 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 light”.To stop normal charge:
1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is not
engaged. For more information, see “Charge
connector lock switch” in this section.
2. Press the button on the charge connector,
release the lock and remove the charge con-
nector from the charge port and properly
store it.
3. After closing the charge port cap on the
charge port, close the charge port lid.
CH-10Charging

NOTE:
•Depending on the charging station, the
lock mechanism established by local
standards may not be compatible with
your vehicle. It may not be possible for the
charge connector to lock to your vehicle.
•When the power source is cut off while
charging in AUTO mode, the connector
will be continuously locked for 5 minutes,
then it will be released.
•When timer charging is set with AUTO
mode, the connector will not lock until
charging is started.
•In AUTO mode, the charge connector lock
will only lock during normal charging-
.When the following systems are operated
individually or the 12-volt battery is being
charged, the charging connector lock will
not lock:
•Climate Ctrl. Timer
•Remote climate control (if so equipped)
•Li-ion battery warmer
IF THE CHARGE CONNECTOR CAN
NOT BE UNLOCKED
1. Place power switch in the OFF position.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the jack rod from the tool set that is
located in the cargo area. See “Tools” in the
“In Case of Emergency” section.
4. Insert the suitable tool into the screw that is
located on the front of hood lock.
5. Turn it clockwise to release the charge con-
nector lock.
6. Remove the charge connector.
CH-20Charging

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 re-
duced.
•The Li-ion battery may not charge to the
expected level using the Charging Timer
when a Start time and End time are set
while the Li-ion battery warmer operates.
•Set only the Charging Timer End time
when charging in cold weather. The ve-
hicle automatically determines when to
start charging to fully charge the Li-ion
battery, even if the Li-ion battery warmer
operates. Charging ends before the set
End time if the Li-ion battery is fully
charged.
•The 12-volt battery can become dis-
charged if the charging timer is operated
repeatedly between the Li-ion battery
charges while the vehicle is not used for
an extended period of time.
Without navigation system
1. Push theswitchAon the left side of
the combination meter panel.2. Push the
switchBto highlight “Charg-
ing Timer” on the vehicle information display
and then push the switch.
CH-24Charging

When fully charged
All of the indicator lights
1to3illuminate when
the Li-ion battery is fully charged.
The indicator lights turn off after approximately 5
minutes or when the charge connector is re-
moved.When the indicator light
3flashes
The indicator light
3flashes 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 the electrical power to the EVSE is
restored if the charging connector is connected.
The charge start beep will not sound when
charging restarts.The indicator will also flash when the following
system are operating:
• Climate Ctrl. Timer
• Remote climate control (if so equipped)
• Li-ion battery heater
CH-30Charging

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
1on the
switch will illuminate.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
below approximately 68°F (20°C) , the system will
heat the steering wheel and cycle off and on to
maintain a temperature above 68°F (20°C) . Theindicator light will remain on as long as the sys-
tem is on.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
wheel system off manually. The indicator light turn
off.
NOTE:
•If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when the
switch is turned on, the system will not
heat the steering wheel. This is not a mal-
function.
•If the outside temperature is low (approxi-
mately 50°F (10°C) or less) and the Climate
Ctrl. Timer or Remote Climate Control are
used, the steering wheel heater will auto-
matically operate in the following condi-
tions.
– When using the Climate Ctrl. Timer:
Operates from approximately 15 min-
utes before the set departure time until
the set departure time.
– When using Remote Climate Control:
Operates 15 minutes after Remote Cli-
mate Control starts.•The heated steering wheel consumes less
power than the heater and can be used to
either help extend vehicle range by reduc-
ing heater use or to maximize comfort by
supplementing the heater.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL SWITCH
2-46Instruments and controls

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
3-6Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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 the hood se-
curely into place.
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.
To open the rear hatch, unlock it and push the
rear hatch opener switch
A. Pull up the rear
hatch to open.The rear hatch can be unlocked by:
• Pushing the rear hatch request switch (See
“Intelligent Key system” earlier in this section) .
• Pushing the UNLOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key (See “Intelligent Key system” ear-
lier in this section) .
• Pushing the UNLOCK
button on the
remote controller (See “Intelligent Key system”
earlier in this section) .
• Pushing the power door lock switch to the
“UNLOCK” position.
REAR HATCH
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-17