2017 NISSAN LEAF battery

2. Push the immediate charge switch.
3. Connect the normal or trickle charge cablewhen the charging status indicator light
changes to display immediate charge mode.
For additional information, refer to “Charging
status indicator lights” in this section.
NOTE:
•You have 15 minutes to connect a normal
or trickle charge connector to the vehicle
after the immediate charge switch is
pushed. If a charge connector is not con-
nected to the vehicle within 15 minutes,
the vehicle automatically returns to the
previous setting.
• Immediate charge will be available for
15 minutes before returning automatically
to the previous setting.
• To cancel immediate charge mode push
the immediate charge switch again.
• If the charge cable is disconnected, the
Li-ion battery automatically switches to
charging timer. To perform an immediate
charge again, push the immediate charge
switch and connect the charge cable.
• If the charge cable is already connected,
push the immediate charge switch to start
performing an immediate charge.
CHARGING RELATED REMOTE
FUNCTION (MODELS WITH
NAVIGATION SYSTEM)
This vehicle incorporates a communication de-
vice that is called a TCU (Telematics Communi-
cation Unit) . The communication connection be-
tween this unit and NISSAN Data Center allows
for various remote function services.
• Li-ion battery status check:
The charging status of the Li-ion battery can
be checked using your personal computer or
internet enabled smart phone even if you are
not in the vehicle.
• Remote charge:
The function of starting the Li-ion battery
charge or starting the heater and air condi-
tioner is available using your personal com-
puter or internet enabled smart phone.
• Unplugged status:
A notification e-mail will be sent to your per-
sonal computer or internet enabled smart
phone if the plug is not connected at the
specific time you selected, after turning off the
power switch.
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NOTE:
•Establishing the NissanConnectSMEV
service is necessary before using this ser-
vice. For additional information, refer to
the LEAF Navigation System Owner’s
Manual.
• To check the Li-ion battery charging status
using an internet enabled smart phone or
personal computer, the following condi-
tions must be met: – The vehicle must be located in a cellu- lar phone coverage area.
– The cellular phone must be located in an area with cellular phone coverage.
– If using a computer, the computer must be connected to the internet.
– Some cellular phones are not compat- ible and cannot be used to check the
Li-ion battery charging status. Please
confirm beforehand. •
Certain remote functions require a com-
patible smart phone, which is not included
with the vehicle.
• NissanConnect
SMEV information system
features are included through a subscrip-
tion service which requires owner consent
to activate. The subscription must be ac-
tive to use these features.
• NissanConnect
SMEV communications
may be received at a verified e-mail ad-
dress or by SMS/text messaging-enabled
mobile phone.
• Standard text rates and/or data usage
may apply depending on your carrier.
CHARGING STATUS INDICATOR
LIGHTS
The charging status indicator lights1to3
display the charging status, and are visible from
both inside and outside the vehicle.
CHARGING RELATED INDICATOR
LIGHTS
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When the normal charge connector lock is
unlocked
All of the indicator lights,
1to3, will flash and
a beep will sound three times when the normal
charge connector lock switch on the Intelligent
Key or the charge port lid opener switch is
pushed.
When the normal charge connector is con-
nected incorrectly
All of the indicator lights,
1to3, will flash and
a beep will sound three times within 30 seconds
when the charge connector is connected incor-
rectly to the normal charge port. Ready for charging timer
If the charging timer is set, the indicator lights
illuminate in order from
1to3. The indicator
lights turn off after approximately 5 minutes. Ready for immediate charge
When the power switch is off and if the immedi-
ate charge switch is pushed while the charge
cable is not connected, the indicator light
2
illuminates.
This indicator light
2illuminates when the ve-
hicle is ready for immediate charge. You have
15 minutes to connect the charge connector to
the vehicle. If the charge connector is not con-
nected within 15 minutes, the indicator light
2
turns off and you must start the immediate charge
mode again to charge the Li-ion battery.
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When charging
When the Li-ion battery is being charged, the
charging status indicator lights will change de-
pending on the amount the Li-ion battery is
charged.
*: This value is also displayed by the illumination
of segments of the Li-ion battery available charge
gauge on the instrument panel.When fully charged
All of the indicator lights
1to3illuminate when
the Li-ion battery is fully charged to the selected
charging mode level.
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. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Charging the 12-volt battery” in the
“EV overview” section of this manual.
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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
systems are operating:
• Climate Ctrl. Timer
• Remote climate control (if so equipped)
• Li-ion battery warmer (if so equipped)When not charging
None of the lights are illuminated when the Li-ion
battery and 12-volt battery are not charging.
EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY
EQUIPMENT) CONTROL BOX
INDICATOR LIGHT
When a trickle charge is being performed, the
charging status is shown by the indicator light
that is on the EVSE control box.
An indicator light also indicates if there is an
EVSE malfunction.
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READYCHARGE FAULT Status and action to be taken
  Every time the EVSE plug is connected to an outlet, all indicator lights illuminate for 0.5 seconds.
  After initial processing is completed, when the EVSE is not connected to the vehicle, or the EVSE is con-
nected to the vehicle but charging is not being performed.
 While the battery is being charged

 When the ground cable is disconnected
Check the grounding of the outlet being used. If the grounding is normal, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.



 or
  

When the temperature of the electrical plug is too hot, or the EVSE is unable to detect the temperature of the
electrical plug, check that the electrical plug is connected correctly. If it is connected normally, stop use im-
mediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
 

When an electric leakage occurs or the EVSE malfunctions
Stop use immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
  When the EVSE malfunctions
Stop use immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
  If the EVSE control box indicator light does not illuminate after connecting the plug to the outlet, check the
GFCI and circuit breaker for the outlet. If either the GFCI or breaker has tripped, the circuit may not be suit-
able for use with EVSE. You should have a licensed electrician inspect and repair the electrical circuit. If the
GFCI breaker is not tripped, stop using the EVSE. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer.
Meaning Light ON Flashing Light OFF
Symbol 

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SymptomPossible cause Possible solution
Charging cannot be per-
formed. The vehicle power switch is in the ON position. Before charging, place the vehicle power switch in the OFF position.
Both the normal charge connector and the quick
charge connector (if so equipped) are connected
at the same time.
The normal charge connector and the quick charge connector cannot be connected at the same time.
The Li-ion battery is already fully charged. Charging cannot be performed if the Li-ion battery is already fully charged. Charging automatically turns
off if the Li-ion battery is fully charged.
The temperature of the Li-ion battery is too hot or
cold to charge. Confirm the Li-ion battery temperature by checking the Li-ion battery temperature gauge. If the gauge
indicates the Li-ion battery is too hot (red zone) or too cold (blue zone) , charging is not possible. Allow
the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charging. For additional information, refer to “Li-ion battery
temperature gauge” in the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual.
The 12-volt battery is discharged. The Li-ion battery can be charged if the vehicle electrical systems cannot be turned on. If the 12-volt
battery is discharged, charge or jump start the 12-volt battery. For additional information, refer to “Jump
starting” in the “In case of emergency” section of this manual.
The vehicle has a malfunction. The vehicle or charger may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning light on the meter is illumi-
nated. Confirm if the indicator on the charger is indicating a malfunction. If a warning is displayed,
stop charging. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
Normal charge cannot be performed. There is no electrical power coming from the
outlet.
Confirm that there has not been a power failure. Make sure the breaker is on. If an outlet with a timer
device installed is used, power will only be available at the time set by the timer.
The charge connector is not connected cor-
rectly. Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.
Immediate charge cannot be
performed. Charging timer has been set. Turn off the charging timer. For additional information, refer to “Charging timer” in this section.
Charging does not start because the charge
amount has been set to 80% and the Li-ion bat-
tery is already charged to more than 80%.
Confirm the charge percentage and if you need to charge the Li-ion battery more, change to the
desired charge setting.
CHARGING TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
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Charging timer cannot beperformed. The charge cable is not connected. Connect the charge cable.
The time on the clock is wrong. The charging timer function does not start charging based on the clock located on the upper dis-
play. Confirm that the date and time shown on the charging timer screen are the same as the GPS
time and date. If the 12-volt battery is discharged or if the Li-ion battery is disconnected, the time
setting must be updated. There must be a GPS signal to adjust the timer setting clock.
The immediate charge switch has been pushed. Charging timer does not operate when immediate charge is selected.
Charging timer has not been set. Set the charging timer schedule. For additional information, refer to “Charging timer” in this section.
Charging does not start because the charging
timer start time and end time are set and the cur-
rent time is before the set start time. Confirm when the charging timer time is set to start charging. Change the charging timer setting to the
desired charge time or push the immediate charge switch. For additional information, refer to “Charging
timer” in this section.
Charging does not start because only the charg-
ing timer start time is set and the current time is
after the set start time.
Charging does not start because only the charg-
ing timer end time is set and the current time is
after the set end time.
The charge cable is not connected.
Connect the charge cable beforehand.
Charging does not start because the charge
amount has been set to 80% and the Li-ion bat-
tery is already charged to more than 80%. Confirm the charge percentage and if you need to charge the Li-ion battery more, change to the
desired charge setting.
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