2017 NISSAN LEAF key battery

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to operate
the vehicle. For additional information, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
The Intelligent Key function can be disabled. For
additional information, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
OPERATING RANGE OF THE DOOR
LOCK/UNLOCK FUNCTION
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch
1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged or
strong radio waves are present near the operat-
ing location, the Intelligent Key system’s operat-
ing range becomes narrower, and the Intelligent
Key may not function properly. The operating range is within 31.50 in (80 cm)
from each request switch
1.
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door glass,
handle or rear bumper, the request switches may
not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone who does not
carry the Intelligent Key to push the request
switch to lock/unlock the doors including the rear
hatch.
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All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within
one minute after pushing the request switch
while the doors are locked.
• Opening any door.
• Pushing the power switch.
During this one minute time period, if the UN-
LOCK
button on the Intelligent Key is
pressed, all doors will be locked automatically
after another one minute.
Opening rear hatch
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the rear hatch opener switch
C.
3. The rear hatch will unlock and open.
12-VOLT BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all the following conditions are met for a
period of time, the battery saver system will cut
off the power supply to prevent 12-volt battery
discharge.
• The power switch is in the ACC or ON position,
• All doors are closed, and
• The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
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 vehicle information dis-
play.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
displays, be sure to check the vehicle and Intelli-
gent Key.
For additional information, refer to the ”Trouble-
shooting guide” in this section and “Vehicle infor-
mation display” in the “Instruments and controls”
section of this manual.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
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 three times and
the inside warning chime sounds for a few sec-
onds.
The power switch is in the ACC or ON posi-
tion.
Push the power switch to the OFF position.
The outside chime sounds continuously. The power switch is in the ACC or OFF
position, the electric shift control system has
malfunctioned and the vehicle cannot be
placed in the P (Park) position when the
parking brake is not applied.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
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 Intelligent 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.
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. For addi-
tional information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent
Key® battery replacement” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
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.It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer.
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HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY FUNCTION
WARNING
• Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the electric medical equipment manu-
facturer for the possible influences be-
fore use.
• The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pressed.
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.
CAUTION
• Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which contains electrical components, to
come into contact with water or salt
water. This could affect the system
function.
• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
• Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply against another object.
• Do not change or modify the Intelligent Key.
• Wetting may damage the Intelligent Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is completely
dry.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key for an extended period in an area where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C) .
• Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a key holder that contains a magnet.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key near equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment,
personal computers or cellular phone. The remote keyless entry function can operate all
door locks using the remote keyless entry func-
tion of the Intelligent Key. The remote keyless
entry function can operate at a distance of ap-
proximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle. The
operating distance depends upon the conditions
around the vehicle.
The remote keyless entry function will not oper-
ate:
• When the Intelligent Key is not within the opera-
tional range.
• When the doors are open or not closed securely.
• When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged.
CAUTION
When locking the doors using the Intelli-
gent Key, be sure not to leave the key in
the vehicle.
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3Touch corresponding keys to adjust the
time setting.
[-]: Touch or touch and hold to decrease the
value.
[+]: Touch or touch and hold to increase the
value.
[
]: Touch to delete the numbers entered.
4Touch the keys to set the days of the week
you wish to activate the Climate Control
system.
5Touch to save the setting.
Priority setting between timer
charge and Climate Ctrl. Timer
If the timer charge function and the Climate Ctrl.
Timer function are in operation at the same time
due to an overlap of the timer settings , either
function can be set to be preferentially provided
with electric power.
1. Push <
> and touch [Climate Ctrl.
Timer].
2. Touch {Timer With Priority}. Priority setting screen is displayed.
3. Select the preferred setting.
Available settings
Setting item Result
[Charging Timer] When charging is set as the first priority, the
Climate Ctrl. Timer
does not start until
10 segments (80%)
of the Li-ion battery
available charge
gauge are illuminated.
[Clim. Ctrl. Timer] When the Climate Control is set as the
first priority, the Cli-
mate Control system
will start to operate
when the remaining
Li-ion battery power
displayed in the meter
reaches 2 segments
(15%) or higher.
Operating tips for using Climate
Ctrl. Timer
• Temperature setting for the Climate Ctrl. can be
changed from [Timer/ Remote —Set Climate
Temp]. • The Climate Ctrl. Timer will only start when the
power switch is in the OFF position. Always turn
the power switch to the OFF position after the
Climate Ctrl. Timer is set.
• To turn off the Climate Ctrl. Timer function, touch [ON] until the indicator turns off. The start
and stop time settings will not be deleted even if
the Climate Ctrl. Timer function is turned off.
• While the Climate Ctrl. Timer is operating, the Climate Ctrl. indicator and the charging status
indicator lights flash. If the Climate Ctrl. Timer is
set to activate, the Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator
illuminates.
• If the timer charge function and the Climate Ctrl. Timer are in operation at the same time due to
an overlap of the timer settings, either function
can be set to be preferentially provided with
electric power.
• If the Climate Ctrl. Timer starts operating while the vehicle is being charged, the time required
for charging will be longer.
• Operating the Climate Ctrl. Timer or remote climate control in an environment where the
temperature is low may decrease the rate of
battery charge.
• Timer setting can also be changed while Cli- mate Ctrl. Timer is operated. When the power
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving...........5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .......5-2
Avoiding collision and rollover ..............5-5
Off-road recovery .................... .5-5
Rapid air pressure loss ................. .5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...........5-6
Push-button power switch ................. .5-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® system ............5-7
Operating range for EV start function .........5-8
Power switch operation ................ .5-8
Power switch positions ................. .5-9
Emergency EV shut off ................ .5-10
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge .....5-10
Before starting the EV system ...............5-11
Starting the EV system .................. .5-11
Driving the vehicle ..................... .5-11
Electric shift control system ..............5-11
Parking brake ....................... .5-15
Cruise control ....................... .5-16
Precautions on cruise control .............5-16
Cruise control operation ................5-17Increasing power economy
................5-18
Parking/parking on hills .................. .5-19
Power steering system .................. .5-20
Brake system ........................ .5-21
Brake precautions ................... .5-21
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...........5-22
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .........5-24
Hill start assist system .................. .5-25
Cold weather driving ................... .5-26
Freeing a frozen door lock ...............5-27
Antifreeze ........................ .5-27
12-volt battery ..................... .5-27
Draining of coolant water ...............
.5-27
Tire

equipment ..................... .5-27
Special winter equipment ...............5-27
Driving on snow or ice ................ .5-28
Freeing a frozen charge port lid ............5-28

OPERATING RANGE FOR EV START
FUNCTION
The Intelligent Key function can only be used for
starting the EV system when the Intelligent Key is
within the specified operating range
1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present near
the operating location, the Intelligent Key sys-
tem’s operating range becomes narrower and it
may not function properly. If the Intelligent Key is within the operating range,
it is possible for anyone, even someone who does
not carry the Intelligent Key, to push the power
switch to start the EV system.
• The cargo area is not included in the operating
range but the Intelligent Key may function.
• If the Intelligent Key is placed on the instrument panel, inside the glove box or door pocket, the
Intelligent Key may not function.
• If the Intelligent Key is placed near a door or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent Key
may not function.
POWER SWITCH OPERATION
When the power switch is pushed without de-
pressing the brake pedal, the power switch posi-
tion will change as follows.
• Push once to change to ACC.
• Push two times to change to ON.
• Push three times to change to OFF.
• Push four times to return to ACC.
• Open or close any door to return to LOCK whilein the OFF position.
The indicator light
Aon the power switch illumi-
nates when the power switch is in the ACC or
ON position.
The power lock is designed so that the power
switch position cannot be switched to LOCK
until the vehicle is placed in the P (Park) position.
When the power switch cannot be placed in the
LOCK position, proceed as follows.
1. Push the P (Park) position switch on the shift lever to place the vehicle in the P (Park)
position.
2. Push the power switch to the OFF position. The power switch position indicator
Awill
not illuminate.
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The power switch cannot be placed in the LOCK
position until the vehicle is in the P (Park) posi-
tion.
CAUTION
Do not leave the vehicle with the power
switch in the ACC position for an ex-
tended period of time. This can discharge
the 12-volt battery.
NOTE:
If the power switch is pushed quickly or is
pushed twice quickly, the switch may not
function even if a chime sound is heard.
Push the switch again more slowly.
EMERGENCY EV SHUT OFF
To shut off the EV system in an emergency situ-
ation while driving, perform the following proce-
dure.
• Rapidly push the power switch three consecu- tive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or
• Push and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
BATTERY DISCHARGE
If the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, or
environmental conditions interfere with the Intel-
ligent Key operation, start the EV system in the
READY to drive mode according to the following
procedure:
1. Push the P (Park) position switch on the shift lever.
2. Firmly apply the foot brake.
3. Touch the power switch with the Intelligent Key as illustrated. (A chime will sound.) 4. Push the power switch while depressing the
brake pedal within 10 seconds after the
chime sounds. The power switch position
changes to the READY to drive mode.
After step 3 is performed, if the power switch is
pushed without depressing the brake pedal, the
power switch position will change to ACC.
NOTE:
• When the power switch is pushed to the
ACC or ON position or READY to drive
mode by the above procedure, the EV sys-
tem operation for discharged Intelligent
Key system indicator appears on the ve-
hicle information display even if the Intel-
ligent Key is inside the vehicle. This is not
a malfunction. To stop the warning indica-
tor from blinking, touch the power switch
with the Intelligent Key again.
• If the Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator appears on the vehicle informa-
tion display, replace the battery as soon
as possible. For additional information,
refer to “NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
replacement” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
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