2019 NISSAN LEAF brake fluid

1. Fuse/Fusible link holder (P. 8-18)
2. Brake fluid reservoir (P. 8-10)
3. 12-volt battery (P. 8-12)
4. Fuse holder (P. 8-18)
5. Fuse/Fusible link holder (P. 8-18)
6. Coolant reservoir cap (P. 8-8)
7. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir(P. 8-11)
MOTOR COMPARTMENT
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WARNING
In case of a collision:
• If your vehicle is drivable, pull your vehicle off the road, push the P
(Park) position switch on the shif t
lever, apply the parking brake and
turn the EV system off.
• Check your vehicle to see if there are exposed high-voltage parts or
cables. For their locations, refer to
“High voltage components” in this
section. To avoid personal injury,
never touch high-voltage wiring,
connectors, and other high-voltage
parts, such as inverter unit and Li-
ion battery. An electric shock may
occur if exposed electric wires are
visible when viewed from inside or
outside of your vehicle. Therefore,
never touch exposed electric wires.
• If the vehicle receives a strong im- pact to the floor while driving, stop
the vehicle in a safe location and
check the floor.
• Leaks or damage to the Li-ion bat- tery may result in a fire. If you dis-
cover them, contact emergency ser-
vices immediately. Since the fluid
leak may be lithium manganate from the Li-ion battery, never touch
the fluid leak inside or outside the
vehicle. If the fluid contacts your
skin or eyes, wash it off immediately
with a large amount of water and
receive immediate medical atten-
tion to help avoid serious injury.
• If a fire occurs in the EV, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Only use
a type ABC, BC or C fire extinguisher
that is meant for use on electrical
fires. Using a small amount of water
or the incorrect fire extinguisher can
result in serious injury or death from
electrical shock.
• If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the front wheels raised. If the
front wheels are on the ground
when towing, the traction motor
may generate electricity. This may
damage the components of the EV
system and cause a fire.
• If you are not able to safely assess the vehicle due to vehicle damage,
do not touch the vehicle. Leave the
vehicle and contact emergency ser-
vices. Advise first responders that
this is an electric vehicle. • In the event of an accident that re-
quires body repair and painting, the
Li-ion battery pack and high voltage
parts such as the inverter, including
the wire harness, should be re-
moved prior to painting. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer for this service.
Li-ion battery packs exposed to heat
in the paint booth will experience
capacity loss. Damaged Li-ion bat-
tery packs may also pose safety
risks to untrained mechanics and re-
pair personnel.
EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF SYSTEM
The emergency shut-off system is acti-
vated and the high-voltage system auto-
matically turns off in the following condi-
tions:
- Front and side collisions in which the air
bags are deployed.
- Certain rear collisions.
- Certain EV system malfunctions.
ROAD ACCIDENT PRECAUTIONS
EV-10EV Overview

Automatic Emergency
Braking (AEB) system
warning light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on when the power switch
is placed in the ON position. It turns off af ter
the EV system is started.
This light illuminates when the AEB system
is set to OFF on the meter display.
If the light illuminates when the AEB sys-
tem is on, it may indicate that the system is
unavailable. For additional information, re-
fer to “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
Automatic Emergency
Braking (AEB) with
Pedestrian Detection
system warning light (if so
equipped)
This light comes on when the power switch
is placed in the ON position. It turns off af ter
the EV system is started.This light illuminates when the AEB with
Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF
in the vehicle information display.
If the light illuminates when the AEB with
Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may
indicate that the system is unavailable. For
additional information, refer to “Automatic
Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian
Detection” and “Intelligent Forward Colli-
sion Warning (I-FCW)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
Brake system warning
light (yellow)
This light functions for both the coopera-
tive regenerative brake and the electroni-
cally driven intelligent brake systems.
When the power switch is placed in the ON
position or in the READY to drive position,
the light remains illuminated for about 2 or
3 seconds. If the light illuminates at any
other time, it may indicate that the coop-
erative regenerative brake and/or the elec-
tronically driven intelligent brake systems
are not functioning properly. Have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this
service.
If
the BRAKE warning light (red) also illumi-
nates, stop the vehicle immediately and
have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service. For additional
information, refer to “Brake system” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
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 require 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. It is
recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this
service.
Instruments and controls2-19

• The cooperative regenerative brakesystem may not be working prop-
erly if the brake system warning
light illuminates when the READY to
drive indicator light is ON. If you
judge it to be safe, drive carefully to
the nearest service station for re-
pairs. 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 hydrau-
lic brake system is not functioning properly.
If the BRAKE warning light illuminates, stop
the vehicle immediately and have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this
service. Parking brake indicator:
When the power switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the park-
ing brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the power switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the light warns of a low brake fluid
level. If this warning light illuminates, the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light and the brake system warning 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 ve-
hicle and perform the following items.
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is
necessary, add fluid and have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer
for this service. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself ” section of this
manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the
warning system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service.
WARNING
• Your brake system may not be work- ing properly if the warning light is
on. Driving could be dangerous. If
you judge the brake system to be
safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Other-
wise, have your vehicle towed be-
cause driving it could be dangerous.
• 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 require 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. It is
recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this
service.
2-20Instruments and controls

1. Push brake and power switch to drive
2. No Key Detected
3. Key Battery Low
4. EV system operation for discharged In-telligent Key system indicator
5. Door open
6. Low battery charge indicator
7. Driver alert
8. Low outside air temperature
9. Low Washer Fluid (if so equipped)
10. Reminder Turn OFF Headlights
11. Tire Pressure Low — Add Air
12. Cruise control indicator (if so equipped)
13. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) indica- tors (if so equipped)
14. Shif t to Park
15. Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
16. Release Parking Brake
17.
ProPILOT Assist indicator (if so equipped)
18. Not Available Seat Belt Not Fastened (if so equipped)
19. Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual
20. Indicators for maintenance
21.
Steering Assist indicator (if so equipped)
22. Steering Assist warning (if so equipped)
23. Not Available Front Radar Blocked (if so equipped)
24. Not Available Visibility is Impaired (if so equipped)
25. Driver Attention Alert Take a Break? (if so equipped)
26. Driver Attention Alert System Fault (if so equipped)
27. Unavailable High Cabin Temperature (if so equipped)
28. Not Available Parking Brake On (if so equipped)
29. Not Available Poor Road Conditions (if so equipped)
30. Currently not available (if so equipped)
31. Press Brake Pedal (if so equipped)
32. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)/ Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) indi-
cator (if so equipped)
33. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)/ Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
with Pedestrian Detection indicator
(if so equipped) 34. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
35. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator (if so
equipped)
36. Headlight System Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
37. When Parked Apply Parking Brake
38. T/M system malfunction Visit dealer
39. Check position of shif t lever
40. Chassis control system error: See Owner’s Manual
41. Press brake pedal to operate e-Pedal switch
42.
Rear Door Alert is activated (if so
equipped)
43. Check Rear Seat For All Articles (if so equipped)
44. e-Pedal system failure! Press brake pedal to slow or stop (if so equipped)
2-38Instruments and controls

• Make sure that the area around the ve-hicle is clear.
• Check fluid levels such as coolant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluid as fre-
quently as possible.
• Check that all windows and lights are clean.
• Visually inspect tires for their appearance and condition. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
• Check that all doors are closed.
• Position the seat and adjust the head restraints/headrests.
• Adjust the inside and outside mirrors.
• Fasten seat belts and ask all passengers to do likewise.
•
Check the operation of the warning lights
when the power switch is pushed to the ON
position. For additional information, refer to
“Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
1. Confirm the parking brake is applied.
2. Confirm that the vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
When the power switch is placed in the
ON position, the EV is designed not to
operate unless the shif t lever is in the P
(Park) or N (Neutral) position.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
with you when operating the power
switch.
3. Depress the brake pedal and push the power switch to place the EV system in
the READY to drive position.
To place the vehicle in the READY to drive
position immediately, push and release
the power switch while depressing the
brake pedal with the power switch in
any position. The READY to drive indica-
tor light
in the meter illuminates.
4. To stop the EV system, push the P (Park) position switch on the shif t lever, and
push the power switch to the OFF
position.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situa-
tions that can lead to potential battery
discharge and potential no-start con-
ditions such as:
1.Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the EV system is not
running (phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.).
2. The vehicle is not driven regularly
and/or only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to
be charged to maintain battery health.
BEFORE STARTING THE EV SYSTEM STARTING THE EV SYSTEM
5-14Starting and driving

Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven
through water, the brakes may get wet. As
a result, the braking distance will be longer
and the vehicle may pull to one side during
braking.
To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly tapping the brake pedal
to heat up the brakes. Do this until the
brakes return to normal. Avoid driving the
vehicle at high speeds until the brakes
have dried.
Parking brake break-in
Break in the parking brake shoes whenever
the stopping effect of the parking brake is
weakened or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drums/rotors are replaced,
in order to assure the best braking perfor-
mance.
This procedure is described in the Genuine
NISSAN Service Manual, and it can be per-
formed by a certified repair facility. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS)
WARNING
• The ABS is a sophisticated device, but it cannot prevent accidents re-
sulting from careless or dangerous
driving techniques. It can help main-
tain vehicle control during braking
on slippery surfaces. Remember
that stopping distances on slippery
surfaces will be longer than on nor-
mal surfaces even with ABS. Stop-
ping distances may also be longer
on rough, gravel or snow covered
roads, or if you are using tire chains.
Always maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front of you. Ulti-
mately, the driver is responsible for
safety.
• Tire type and condition may also af- fect braking effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install thespecified size of tires on all four
wheels.
– For additional information, refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself ” sec-
tion of this manual. The ABS controls the brakes so the wheels
do not lock during hard braking or when
braking on slippery surfaces. The system
detects the rotation speed at each wheel
and varies the brake fluid pressure to pre-
vent each wheel from locking and sliding.
By preventing each wheel from locking, the
system helps the driver maintain steering
control and helps to minimize swerving
and spinning on slippery surfaces.
Using the system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
Anti-lock Braking System will operate to
prevent the wheels from locking up. Steer
the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may result in increased stopping dis-
tances.
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8 Maintenance and do-it yourself
Maintenance requirement................8-2
Scheduled maintenance ...............8-2
General maintenance ................ .8-2
Where to go for service ................8-2
General maintenance .................. .8-3
Explanation of maintenance items ........8-3
Maintenance precautions ................8-5
Motor compartment check locations ........8-7
Cooling system .......................8-8
Checking coolant level ................8-9
Changing coolant .................. .8-9
Reduction gear fluid .................. .8-10
Brake fluid ......................... .8-10
Windshield-washer fluid .................8-11
12-volt battery .......................8-12
Jump starting .................... .8-14
Windshield wiper blades ................8-15
Cleaning .........................8-15
Replacing ........................8-15 Rear window wiper blade
..............8-17
Brakes ........................... .8-17
Brake pad wear warning ..............8-17
Fuses ............................ .8-18
Motor compartment ................ .8-18
Passenger compartment ..............8-21
Nissan Intelligent Key® battery replacement . . .8-22
Lights ............................ .8-25
Headlights .......................8-25
Fog lights (if so equipped) .............8-26
Exterior and interior lights .............8-27
Wheels and tires .................... .8-30
Tire pressure ......................8-30
Tire labeling ......................8-34
Types of tires ......................8-36
Tire chains ...................... .8-37
Changing wheels

and tires ............8-38
Emergency tire puncture repair kit .......8-40