2019 NISSAN LEAF hood release

During the normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle, general maintenance should
be performed regularly as prescribed in
this section. If you detect any unusual
sounds, vibrations or smell, be sure to
check for the cause or have a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer do it promptly. In addition,
it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer if you think that re-
pairs are required.
When performing any checks or mainte-
nance work, refer to “Maintenance precau-
tions” in this section.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMS
Additional information on the following
items with “*” is found in this section.
Outside vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be performed from time to time, unless
otherwise specified.
Doors and motor hood:Check that all
doors and the motor hood operate prop-
erly. Also ensure that all latches lock se-
curely. Lubricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if necessary. Make sure
that the secondary latch keeps the motor
hood from opening when the primary latch
is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.
Lights*:
Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights and other
lights are all operating properly and in-
stalled securely. Also check the aim of the
headlights.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure that no wheel nuts
are missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated ev-
ery 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge
of ten and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires to the pressure specified. Check care-
fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components:
Replace the
TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core
and cap when the tires are replaced due to
wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the ve-
hicle pulls to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect un-
even or abnormal tire wear, there may be a
need for wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing
may be needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-
age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility.
Wiper blades*: Check for cracks or wear if
they do not wipe properly.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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Replacing
1. Push the release tabA, and move the
wiper blade down the wiper arm
B
while pushing the release tab to remove.
2. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds.
3. Rotate the wiper blade so that the dimple is in the groove.
CAUTION
• Af ter wiper blade replacement, re- turn the wiper arm to its original po-
sition; otherwise it may be damaged
when the hood is opened.
• Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass; otherwise the arm may be
damaged from wind pressure. Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle
A.
This may cause improper windshield
washer operation. If the nozzle is clogged,
remove any objects with a needle or small
pin
B. Be careful not to damage the nozzle.
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Garage door open, HomeLink®
Universal.....................2-75
Gauge ...............2-7, 2-8, 2-9, 2-10
General maintenance ...........8-2, 8-3
Glovebox ....................2-67
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight switch ................2-53
Headlights ................2-53, 8-25
Headlights bulb replacement ........8-25
Heated seat switch ..............2-60
Heated seats ..................2-60
Heated steering wheel ............2-62
Heated steering wheel switch ........2-62
Heater ......................4-31
High voltage precautions ...........EV-9
HillStart.....................5-153
Hill Start Assist .................5-153
Home charge .................CH-10
HomeLink® universal transceiver ......2-75
Hood release ..................3-17
Horn .......................2-60
How to normal charge ...........CH-10
How to quick charge ........CH-35, CH-38
How to trickle charge
(if so equipped) ........CH-11, CH-17, CH-25
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Identification number (VIN) ...........9-7
If the Li-ion battery becomes completely
discharged ....................6-13
Immediate charge ..............CH-49
Immediate Charge switch ..........2-63
Immobilizer system ...........2-49, 5-13
Indicator lights .................2-24
Indicators for maintenance .........2-42
Indicators for operation ............2-37
Infants ......................1-19
Injured persons .................1-13
Inside rearview mirror ..........3-24, 3-25
Inside vehicle ...................8-4
Instrument brightness control .......2-58
Intelligent Around View Monitor .......4-14
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
(for vehicles without ProPILOT Assist) . . .5-56
Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA) ......5-139
Intelligent Forward Forward Collision
Warning (I-FCW) ................5-128
Intelligent Key battery .............8-22
Intelligent Key system .............3-14
Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) ......5-31
Interior appearance care ............7-4
Interior light replacement ...........8-27
Interior lights ..................2-73
iPod® player operation ............4-62
ISOFIX child restraint ..............1-23
J
Jump starting..................6-10
K
Key operating range of the door lock/unlock
function......................3-8
Key operation ..................3-10
Keyless entry ..................3-14
Keys......................3-2, 3-6
L
Labels ............1-61, 8-32, 9-7, 9-8, 9-9
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) .......5-26
Larger children .................1-20
LATCH system ..................1-23
Li-ion battery ..................EV-2
Li-ion battery available charge gauge . . .2-10
Li-ion battery status check ........CH-50
Li-ion battery temperature gauge ......2-8
Li-ion battery warmer .............EV-5
License plate, Installing front license
plate ........................9-9
Light ........1-61, 2-17, 2-24, 2-53, 2-59, 2-73,
2-74, 8-25, 8-26
Lights, Exterior and interior light
replacement ..................8-27
Loading information ..............9-10
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