2019 NISSAN LEAF battery location

High Beam Assist indicator
light (if so equipped)
The indicator light illuminates when the
headlights come on while the headlight
switch is in the AUTO position with the high
beam selected. This indicates that the high
beam assist system is operational. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “Headlight
beam select” in this section.
High beam indicator light
(blue)
This light illuminates when the headlight
high beam is on and goes out when the low
beam is selected.
Plug-in indicator light
This light illuminates when the charge con-
nector is connected to the vehicle and
blinks during charging.
NOTE:
If the charge connector is connected to
the vehicle, the power switch cannot be
placed in the READY to drive position.
Power limitation indicator
light
When the power limitation indicator light
is illuminated, the power provided to the
traction motor is reduced. Therefore the
vehicle is not as responsive when the
accelerator is depressed while the power
limitation light is illuminated.
When this light comes on, the warning dis-
play appears within the vehicle information
display. Follow the instructions provided on
the vehicle information display.
This light illuminates in the following condi-
tions.
• Li-ion battery available charge is ex-tremely low
• Li-ion battery temperature is very lowj (approximately −4°F (−20°C)
• When the temperature of the EV system is high (motor, inverter, coolant system,
Li-ion battery etc.)
• When the EV system has a malfunction. If the low battery charge indicator is illumi-
nated, charge the Li-ion battery as soon as
possible.
If this indicator illuminates because the Li-
ion battery is cold due to low outside tem-
peratures, move the vehicle to a warmer
location. The Li-ion battery temperature
may be increased by charging the Li-ion
battery.
If the light illuminates when the EV system
becomes hot due to continuous hill climb-
ing, either continue driving at a slower safe
speed or stop the vehicle in a safe location.
If this indicator does not turn off, have the
system checked. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for
this service.
The indicator illuminates when a part in the
EV system has malfunctioned. If the indica-
tor illuminates in a situation other than
those described above, or if it does not turn
off, there may be a system malfunction.
Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service.
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When the chime sounds, immediately stop
the vehicle in a safe location and push the P
(Park) position switch on the shif t lever and
apply the parking brake. The 12-volt battery
charge warning light turns off and the
chime will stop when the parking brake is
applied or the vehicle is placed in the P
(Park) position. Have the system checked. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for this service. For
additional information, refer to “12-volt bat-
tery charge warning light” in this section.The vehicle information display is located
to the lef t of the speedometer. It displays
items such as
• Battery information
• Energy economy
• Average vehicle speed
• Driving distance
• Driving time
• Cruise control information
• Intelligent Key information
• Indicators and warnings
HOW TO USE THE VEHICLE
INFORMATION DISPLAY
The vehicle information display can be
changed by using the
and OK buttons located on the steer-
ing wheel.
1OK Use this button to change or
select items.
2Use these buttons to navigate
the vehicle information display.
3Use this button to return to the
previous menu.
4Use these buttons to navigate
the vehicle information display.
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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2. The system displays a message screenand announces the contents of the
message to warn that the Li-ion battery
power level is low. Check the message
displayed on the screen.
For models with 40 kWh battery:
Touch [Nearby Stations] to search all
charging stations that are located
around the current vehicle. For models with 62 kWh battery:
Touch [YES] to search all charging sta-
tions that are located around the cur-
rent vehicle station. To cancel searching
charge stations, touch [NO].
3. Touch [BACK] or push the MAPbutton to
return to the vehicle location screen.
NOTE:
• The low battery warning can be set to
off. Refer to NissanConnect® Manual for
Leaf.
• When the battery power level is low, the
system automatically obtains charging
station information. Your vehicle has two types of security sys-
tems, as follows:
• Vehicle security system
• NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security status is shown by the secu-
rity indicator light.
Example:
SECURITY SYSTEMS
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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 ve-
hicle.
• Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicat-
ing with the vehicle because it receives ra-
dio waves. The Intelligent Key system
transmits weak radio waves. Environmen-
tal conditions may interfere with the op-
eration 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 broadcast-
ing station.
• When in possession of wireless equip- ment, such as a cellular phone, transceiver
or a CB radio. • When the Intelligent Key is in contact with
or covered by metallic materials.
• When any type of radio wave remote con- trol is used nearby.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed near an electric appliance such as a personal
computer.
• When the vehicle is parked near a parking meter.
In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key func-
tion or use the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies de-
pending on the operating conditions, the
battery’s life is approximately two years. If
the battery is discharged, replace it with a
new one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged, firmly apply the foot brake and
touch the power switch with the Intelligent
Key. Then push the power switch while de-
pressing the brake pedal within 10 seconds
af ter the chime sound. Since the Intelligent Key is continuously re-
ceiving radio waves, if the key is lef t near
equipment that transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV or per-
sonal computer, the battery life may be-
come shorter.
For additional information, refer to “NISSAN
Intelligent Key® battery replacement” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.
Pay special attention that the vehicle bat-
tery is not completely discharged.
As many as four Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. For
information about the purchase and use of
additional Intelligent Keys, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
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CAUTION
• Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect the
functioning of the system.
• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
• Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply against another object.
• Do not change or modif y the Intelli- gent Key.
• The Intelligent Key may be damaged if it gets wet. If the Intelligent Key
gets wet, immediately wipe until it is
completely dry.
• If the outside temperature is below 14°F (−10°C), the battery of the Intel-
ligent Key may not function prop-
erly.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key for an extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).
• Do not attach the Intelligent Key to a key holder that contains a magnet.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key near equipment that produces a mag-
netic field, such as a TV, audio equip-
ment, personal computer or cellular
phone. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, NISSAN
recommends erasing the ID code of that
Intelligent Key from the vehicle. This may
prevent the unauthorized use of the Intelli-
gent Key to operate the vehicle. For addi-
tional information, it is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
The Intelligent Key function can be dis-
abled. For additional information, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN certi-
fied 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 dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key system’s operating range becomes
narrower, and the Intelligent Key may not
function properly.
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When installing a CB, ham radio or car
phone in your vehicle, be sure to observe
the following precautions; otherwise, the
new equipment may adversely affect the
EV control system and other electronic
parts.
WARNING
• A cellular phone should not be used for any purpose while driving so full
attention may be given to vehicle
operation. Some jurisdictions pro-
hibit the use of cellular phones while
driving.
• If you must make a call while your vehicle is in motion, the hands free
cellular phone operational mode is
highly recommended. Exercise ex-
treme caution at all times so full at-
tention may be given to vehicle op-
eration.
• If you are unable to devote full at- tention to vehicle operation while
talking on the phone, pull off the
road to a safe location and stop your
vehicle.
CAUTION
• Keep the antenna as far away as possible from the electronic control
modules.
• Keep the antenna wire more than 8 in (20 cm) away from the electronic
control system harnesses. Do not
route the antenna wire next to any
harness.
• Adjust the antenna standing-wave ratio as recommended by the manu-
facturer.
• Connect the ground wire from the CB radio chassis to the body.
• For additional information, it is rec- ommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer.
WARNING
• Use a phone af ter stopping your ve- hicle in a safe location. If you have to
use a phone while driving, exercise
extreme caution at all times so full
attention may be given to vehicle
operation.
• If you are unable to devote full at- tention to vehicle operation while
talking on the phone, pull off the
road to a safe location and stop your
vehicle.
CAUTION
To avoid draining the vehicle battery,
use a phone af ter the READY to drive
indicator light is on.
CAR PHONE OR CB RADIO BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE
SYSTEM WITHOUT NAVIGATION
SYSTEM (FOR MODELS WITHOUT
NISSANCONNECT® SYSTEM)
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• Do not place the cellular phone in an areasurrounded by metal or far away from the
in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone
quality degradation and wireless connec-
tion disruption.
• While a cellular phone is connected through the Bluetooth® wireless connec-
tion, the battery power of the cellular
phone may discharge quicker than usual.
The Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem cannot charge cellular phones.
•
For additional information, refer to “Trouble-
shooting guide” in this section. You can
also visit www.nissanusa.com/bluetooth or
www.nissan.ca/bluetooth for troubleshoot-
ing help if the hands-free phone system
seems to be malfunctioning.
• Some cellular phones or other devices may cause interference or a buzzing noise
to come from the audio system speakers.
Storing the device in a different location
may reduce or eliminate the noise.
• For additional information, refer to the cellular phone Owner’s Manual regarding
the telephone charges, cellular phone
antenna and body, etc.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC Regulatory information
CAUTION: To maintain compliance with
FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the
supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna,
modification, or attachments could dam-
age the transmitter and may violate FCC
regulations.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference and
2.
this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause un-
desired operation of the device.
IC Regulatory information
• Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must ac-
cept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
•
This Class B digital apparatus meets all re-
quirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
BLUETOOTH® is a trademark
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and licensed
to Visteon.
USING THE SYSTEM
The NISSAN Voice Recognition system allows
hands-free operation of the Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Phone System.
If the vehicle is in motion, some commands
may not be available so full attention may
be given to vehicle operation.
Initialization
When the power switch is placed in the ON
position, NISSAN Voice Recognition is initial-
ized, which takes a few seconds. If the
button is pressed before the initialization
completes, the system will announce
“Hands-free phone system not ready” and
will not react to voice commands.
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NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
SYSTEM
The Intelligent Key system allows the driver
to start the EV system without taking the
key out of a pocket or purse. The operating
environment and/or conditions may affect
Intelligent Key system operation.
Some indicators and warnings for opera-
tion are displayed on the vehicle informa-
tion display. For additional information, re-
fer to “Vehicle information display” in the
“Instruments and controls” section of this
manual.
CAUTION
• Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you when operating the ve-
hicle.
• Never leave the Intelligent Key inside the vehicle when you leave the ve-
hicle.
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 oper-
ating range
1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are pres-
ent near the operating location, the Intelli-
gent Key system’s operating range be-
comes narrower and it may not function
properly. If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even some-
one 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 op-
erating range but the Intelligent Key may
function.
• If the Intelligent Key is placed on the in- strument panel or 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 Intelli-
gent Key may not function.
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