2020 NISSAN LEAF warning

the registration process, these compo-
nents will only recognize keys coded into
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
during registration. Any key that is not
given to the dealer at the time of registra-
tion will no longer be able to start your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not allow the immobilizer system
key, which contains an electrical tran-
sponder, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect sys-
tem function.
WARNING
• Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from uninten-
tionally opening the doors, and will
help keep out intruders.
• Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
•
To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, including
entrapment in windows or inadver-
tent door lock activation, do not leave
children, people who require the assis-
tance of others or pets unattended in
your vehicle. Additionally, the tem-
perature inside a closed vehicle on a
warm day can quickly become high
enough to cause a significant risk of
injury or death to people and pets.
When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be
opened using the inside or outside door
handles. The doors must be unlocked to open
the doors.
DOORS
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WARNING
• Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
• The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pressed.
The FAA advises that the radio waves
may affect aircraf t navigation and
communication systems. Do not op-
erate the Intelligent Key while on an
airplane. Make sure the buttons are
not operated unintentionally when
the unit is stored during a flight.
The Intelligent Key system can operate all
the door and the rear hatch locks by using
the remote control function or pushing the
request switch on the vehicle without tak-
ing the key out from a pocket or purse. The
operating environment and/or conditions
may affect the Intelligent Key system op-
eration.
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 vehicle.
• 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 broad-
casting station.
• When in possession of wireless equip- ment, such as a cellular phone, trans-
ceiver 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
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM
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NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY®
OPERATION
You can lock or unlock the doors without
taking the key out from your pocket or bag.When you carry the Intelligent Key with you,
you can lock or unlock all doors by pushing
the door handle request switch (driver’s or
front passenger’s)OAor rear hatch request
switch
OBwithin the range of operation. When you lock or unlock the doors or the
rear hatch, the hazard indicator may flash
and the horn (or the outside chime) may
sound as a confirmation. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Hazard warning flasher
switch” in the “In case of emergency” sec-
tion of this manual and “Horn” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this manual.
LPD2688LPD2690LPD2689
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Locking doors
1. Push the power switch into the OFF po-sition and make sure you carry the Intel-
ligent Key with you.
2. Close the driver’s door (other doors may be open).
3. Push the door handle request switch on the driver’s door
OAwhile carrying the
Intelligent Key with you. The passenger
door and rear hatch request switches
will only lock the doors if all doors are
closed. *1
4. All the doors and the rear hatch will lock.
5. The hazard indicator may flash twice and the outside chime may sound twice.
*1: Doors will not lock by pushing the door
handle request switch when the Intelligent
Key is lef t inside the vehicle. A chime sounds
to alert that the Intelligent Key is in the ve-
hicle. However, when an Intelligent Key is in-
side the vehicle, doors can be locked with
another registered Intelligent Key.
WARNING
Af ter locking the doors using the re-
quest switch, make sure that the doors
have been securely locked by operat- ing the door handles. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in inad-
vertently unlocking the doors, which
may decrease the safety and security
of your vehicle.
CAUTION
• When locking the doors using the re-
quest switch, make sure to have the
Intelligent Key in your possession
before operating the request switch
to prevent the Intelligent Key from
being lef t in the vehicle.
• The request switch is operational
only when the Intelligent Key has
been detected by the Intelligent Key
system.
Unlocking doors
1. Push the door handle request switchOA
or the rear hatch request switchOBonce
while carrying the Intelligent Key with
you.
2. The hazard indicator may flash once and the outside chime may sound once.
The corresponding door or the rear
hatch will unlock. 3. Push the door handle request or the rear
hatch request switch again within one
minute.
4. The hazard indicator may flash once and the outside chime may sound once
again. All the doors and the rear hatch
will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically un-
less one of the following operations is per-
formed within one minute af ter pushing
the request switch while the doors are
locked.
• Opening any door.
• Pushing the power switch.
During this one minute time period, if the
button on the Intelligent Key is
pressed, all doors will be locked automati-
cally af ter another one minute.
NOTE:
If “Selective Unlock” is turned off in the
“Vehicle Settings,” all doors will unlock
upon first request switch press.
Opening rear hatch
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the rear hatch opener switch
OC.
3. The rear hatch will unlock and open.
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12-VOLT BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all the following conditions are met
for a period of time, the battery saver sys-
tem will cut off the power supply to prevent
12-volt battery discharge.
• The power switch is in the ACC or ONposition,
• All doors are closed, and
• The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of
the Intelligent Key listed on the following
chart or to help prevent the vehicle from
being stolen, chime or beep sounds inside
and outside the vehicle and a warning dis-
plays in the vehicle information display.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warn-
ing displays, be sure to check the vehicle
and Intelligent Key. For additional information, refer to the
”Troubleshooting guide” in this section and
“Vehicle information display” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verif y the location of all Intelligent Keys that
are programmed for the vehicle. If another
Intelligent Key is in range or inside the ve-
hicle, the vehicle system may respond dif-
ferently than expected.
Symptom
Possible causeAction to take
When opening the driver’s door
to get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds continu-
ously. The power switch is pushed to the OFF
position while the driver's door is open.
Close the driver's door.
The power switch is in the ACC posi-
tion. Push the power switch to the OFF posi-
tion then close the driver's door.
When closing the door af ter
getting out of the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds
three times and the inside warning chime
sounds for a few seconds.
The power switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Push the power switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
The Rear Door Alert warning message ap-
pears on the display, the horn sounds three
times twice, or a Check Rear Seat for All Ar-
ticles warning appears on the display. The Rear Door Alert (if so equipped) is
activated.
Check the back seat for all articles, press
the ENTER button to clear the Rear Door
Alert (if so equipped) warning message.
The outside chime sounds continuously. The power switch is in the ACC or OFF
position, the electric shif t control sys-
tem has malfunctioned and the ve-
hicle cannot be placed in the P (Park)
position when the parking brake is not
applied.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
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SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When closing the door with the
inside lock knob turned to
LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few sec-
onds 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
button on
the Intelligent Key to lock the
door The outside chime sounds for a few sec-
onds.
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 EV system operation for discharged
Intelligent Key system indicator appears on
the display.
The Intelligent Key battery charge is
low.For additional information, refer to
“NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge”
in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
The No Key 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 Key System Error indicator appears on
the display. It warns of a malfunction with the In-
telligent Key system.It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified 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
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
• The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pressed.
The FAA advises that the radio waves
may affect aircraf t navigation and
communication systems. Do not op-
erate the Intelligent Key while on an
airplane. 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 compo-
nents, to come into contact with wa-
ter 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 modif y the Intelli-
gent Key. •
Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.
• 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 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 op-
erate all door locks using the remote key-
less entry function of the Intelligent Key.
The remote keyless entry function can op-
erate at a distance of approximately 33 f t
(10 m) from the vehicle. The operating dis-
tance depends upon the conditions
around the vehicle.
The remote keyless entry function will not
operate:
• When the Intelligent Key is not within the operational range.
• When the Intelligent Key battery is dis- charged.
LPD2148
1Lockbutton
2Unlockbutton
3Charge port unlockbutton
4Panicbutton
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CAUTION
When locking the doors using the Intel-
ligent Key, be sure not to leave the key
in the vehicle.
Locking doors
1. Place the power switch in the LOCK position.
2. Close all doors.
3. Press the
button on the Intelli-
gent Key.
4. The hazard warning lights flash twice and the horn beeps once.
5. All doors and the rear hatch will be locked.
WARNING
Af ter locking the doors using the Intel-
ligent Key, be sure that the doors have
been securely locked by operating the
door handles. Failure to follow these in-
structions may result in inadvertently
unlocking the doors, which may de-
crease the safety and security of your
vehicle.
Unlocking doors
1. Press thebutton on the Intelligent
Key to unlock the driver’s door.
2. The hazard warning lights flash once.
3. Press the
button again within 1
minute to unlock all doors and rear
hatch.
All doors and rear hatch will be locked au-
tomatically unless one of the following op-
erations is performed within 1 minute af ter
pressing the
button:
• Opening any doors or rear hatch.
• Pushing the power switch.
The interior light illuminates for a period of
time when a door is unlocked and the
room light switch is in the DOOR position.
The light can be turned off without waiting
by performing one of the following opera-
tions:
• Placing the power switch in the ON posi- tion.
• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the room light switch to the OFF position.
Opening charge port lid
The charge port lid may be opened by
pressing and holding thebutton.
For additional information, refer to "Open-
ing charge port lid" in this section.
Using panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threat-
ened, you may activate the alarm to call
attention as follows:
1. Press the
button on the Intelligent
Key for more than 1 second.
2. The panic alarm and headlights will stay on for a period of time.
3. The panic alarm stops when: • It has run for a period of time, or
• Any of the buttons on the IntelligentKey is pushed. (Note: The
button
must be pushed for more than 1 sec-
ond.)
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