2023 NISSAN LEAF Owners Manual

Power meter
This meter displays the actual traction mo-
tor power consumption and the regenera-
tive brake power provided to the Li-ion
battery.
For additional information, see “Power me-
ter” (P. 2-7).Driving range
This indicator displays the estimated driv-
ing range (calculated based on a program
that accounts for current driving style and
operational conditions) that can be driven
before recharging is necessary.
For additional information, see “Driving
range” (P. 2-8).Li-ion battery available charge gauge
This indicator displays the available Li-ion
battery capacity remaining to drive the
vehicle.
For additional information, see “Li-ion bat-
tery available charge gauge” (P. 2-9).
The EV unique information is displayed on
the vehicle information display as well. For
additional information, see “Vehicle infor-
mation display” (P. 2-26).
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Warning and indicator lights
The EV system uses the following EV spe-
cific warning and indicator lights:
1. Master warning light (red)
2. Master warning light (yellow)3. 12-volt battery charge warning light
4. Plug-in indicator light
5. READY to drive indicator light
6. Power limitation indicator light
7. EV system warning light
8. Electric shif t control system warning
light
9. Brake system warning light (yellow)
10. Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes- trians (VSP) system OFF warning light
For additional information, see “Warning
lights, indicator lights and audible remind-
ers” (P. 2-14).
APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUND
FOR PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEM
The Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-
trians (VSP) system is a function that uses
sound to alert pedestrians of the presence
of the vehicle when it is being driven at a
low speed.
When the vehicle starts to move, it pro-
duces a sound.
The sound stops when the vehicle speed is
more than 25 mph (40 km/h) while
accelerating.
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The sound starts when the vehicle speed is
less than 22 mph (35 km/h) while
decelerating.
WARNING
• If the sound cannot be heard, pedes-
trians may not notice the oncoming
vehicle, which may cause an accident
resulting in serious injury or death. It
is recommended that you immedi-
ately visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer for VSP system inspection.
• If the VSP system OFF warning light
illuminates while the power switch is
in the ON position, or in the READY to
drive position, it may indicate the VSP
system is not functioning properly.
Have the VSP system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this
service. For additional information,
see “Approaching Vehicle Sound for
Pedestrians (VSP) system OFF
warning light” (P. 2-19).
NOTE:
The volume of the (VSP) sound cannot be
raised or lowered.
ELECTRIC SHIFT CONTROL
SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with an electric
shif t control system. This control system
has three features:
• Smooth and easy shif t lever operation.
• To place the vehicle in the P (Park) posi- tion, push the P (Park) position switch on
the shif t lever.
• The vehicle automatically applies the P (Park) position when the power switch is
placed in the OFF position.
For additional information, see “Driving the
vehicle” (P. 5-14).
LED HEADLIGHT (low beam) (if so
equipped)
This vehicle uses an LED headlight for the
headlight low beam. The LED headlight has
the following features:
• Low power consumption
• The shape is very compact.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer to replace the
headlight.
DRIVING RANGE
On the vehicle information display or navi-
gation system screen (if so equipped), you
can check the estimated distance the ve-
hicle may be driven with the available Li-ion
battery charge. For additional information,
refer to the NissanConnect® Manual.LEV2051
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Charging
Precautions on charging......................CH-2
Types of charge and how to charge the Li-ion
battery........................................ CH-5
How to normal charge (AC 220–240
volt) by charging device ....................CH-9
How to trickle charge (AC 110–120 volt)
byL1EVSE.................................. CH-11
How to trickle charge (AC 110–120 volt)
byL1&L2EVSE............................ CH-18
How to normal charge (AC 220–240
volt)byL1&L2EVSE....................... CH-26
How to quick charge ......................CH-35
How to charge/discharge using quick
charge port ............................... CH-38Charge connector lock system
............CH-41
Charging methods ........................... CH-43
Charging timer ............................ CH-43
Timer Display ............................. CH-46
Immediate charge ........................ CH-48
Charging related remote function
(models with Navigation System) ..........CH-48
Charging related indicator lights .............CH-49
Charging status indicator lights ...........CH-49
EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply
Equipment) control box indicator light .....CH-52
Charging troubleshooting guide .............CH-56

WARNING
• If you use any medical electric de-
vices, such as an implantable cardiac
pacemaker or an implantable cardio-
vascular defibrillator, check with the
electric medical device manufac-
turer concerning the effects that
charging may have on implanted de-
vices before starting the charge op-
eration. Charging may affect the
operation.
• Make sure there is no water or for-
eign materials in the charge port,
charge connector, or electrical plug,
and that they are not damaged or
affected by rust or corrosion. If any of
these conditions are noticeable, do
not charge the Li-ion battery. This
may result in a short circuit or electric
shock and could cause a fire which
may result in serious personal injury
or death.
• To avoid serious personal injury or
death when the Li-ion battery is
charging, be aware of the following
precautions. –
Do not touch the metal contacts of
the charge port, charge connec-
tor, electrical plug or Genuine
NISSAN Adapter.
– Do not touch the vehicle and EVSE
when there is lightning.
– Do not pull, twist, bend, step on, or
drag the cable.
• Make sure the charge connector is
removed from the charge port before
starting your vehicle. If the charge
connector is only partially engaged
and the connector latch is unlocked,
it is possible to place the EV in the
READY to drive position.
• Do not touch the plug or the Genuine
NISSAN Adapter if they are wet or
with wet hands. Do not put the plug
or the Genuine NISSAN Adapter in
water, liquid or snow. This may cause
an electric shock which may result in
serious personal injury or death.
• Do not disassemble or modif y the
charge port, the EVSE or the Genuine
NISSAN Adapter. This may cause a
fire or an electric shock which may
result in serious personal injury or
death. •
If you notice an unusual odor, smoke
or abnormal noises coming from the
vehicle, stop charging immediately.
• Be careful not to allow your hands,
hair, jewelry or clothing to come into
contact with, or get caught in, the
traction motor cooling fan. The cool-
ing fan can start at any time during
charging.
• Do not use extension cords or adapt-
ers unless they are Genuine NISSAN
parts.
• Do not use the Genuine NISSAN
Adapter with any devices except the
Genuine NISSAN EVSE.
• Do not allow an unattended child to
handle or use this product.
• Use the EVSE with outlet and wiring
installed according to the
regulations/standards.
• Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE
case securely through the fastener
on the bottom of the luggage board.
If the case suddenly becomes loose,
it may cause serious injury or death.
PRECAUTIONS ON CHARGING
CH-2Charging

CAUTION
• To prevent damage to the charging
equipment:
– Do not close the charge port lid
without closing the charge port
cap.
– Do not subject the charging
equipment to impact.
– Do not store and use charging
equipment in locations where the
temperature is over 185°F (85°C) •
Make sure the charge port cap is
closed on the charge port when
charging is finished. If the charge
port lid is closed when the charge
port cap is open, water or foreign
materials may enter the charge port.
• Do not charge when a vehicle body
cover is in use. This may cause dam-
age to the charge connector.
• Do not attempt to perform a jump
start on the 12-volt battery at the
same time that the Li-ion battery is
being charged. Doing so may dam-
age the vehicle or charging equip-
ment and could cause an injury. For
additional information, see “Jump
starting” (P. 6-10). •
In normal charging (AC 220 - 240 volt)
and trickle charging (AC 110 - 120 volt)
using the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Sup-
ply Equipment) provided with the ve-
hicle, NISSAN recommends using an
AC 220 - 240 volt, 50A and an AC 110-
120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical cir-
cuit and outlet. The dedicated circuit
is used to help prevent circuit dam-
age or the circuit breaker from trip-
ping due to the high draw of charging
the Li-ion battery. If the dedicated
circuit is not used, the circuit may
cause adverse interference on MCB
(Moulded Circuit Board) and house-
hold electrical appliances such as
televisions and audio systems. If the
circuit is shared, and another electri-
cal device is being used at the same
time the vehicle is charging, the
breaker may trip. A qualified electri-
cian should install a dedicated circuit
if one is not already available.
NOTE:
• When charging the Li-ion battery, place the power switch in the OFF position.
When the power switch is in the ON
position, the Li-ion battery will not
start charging.
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• For your safety, if the charge connectoris connected to the vehicle while the
power switch is in the READY to drive,
the vehicle will automatically switch to
the ON position. Because charging will
not be started while the power switch
is in this position, be sure to place the
power switch in the OFF position.
• When the ambient temperature is 32°F (0°C) or less, charging time may be lon-
ger than normal and the level to which
the Li-ion battery can be charged may
be less than at higher temperatures.
• Do not operate the charging timer re- peatedly while the charge connector is
connected to the vehicle af ter the Li-
ion battery charging is completed. Do-
ing so may discharge the 12-volt bat-
tery. For additional information, see
“Charging timer” (P. CH-43). If the Li-ion
battery becomes discharged, charge it
immediately. • The power switch can be set to the ON
position and the climate control and
navigation system (if so equipped) can
be used while the Li-ion battery is
charging. However, because these op-
erations consume Li-ion battery
power, it will take longer for the Li-ion
battery to become fully charged. Place
the power switch in the OFF position to
help reduce Li-ion battery charge time.
• If electrical power is interrupted while charging, charging restarts automati-
cally when the electrical power is
restored.
• It is recommended to keep the charge cable connected to save Li-ion battery
power, when the heater and air condi-
tioner are operating with remote op-
eration (models with Navigation
System).
• If the charge port is frozen, melt the ice using a hair dryer. Af ter the ice has
melted, charge the Li-ion battery. Forc-
ing the charge connector to connect
may cause a malfunction. • If foreign materials have entered the
charge connector and charge port and
it is not possible to connect it, do not
attempt to force the connection. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer. Forcing the
charge connector to connect may
cause damage to the charging equip-
ment and vehicle.
• There is a hole on the charge port for water drainage. If the water drainage
hole becomes blocked, or if water gets
trapped inside the charge port, do not
charge. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
CH-4Charging

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TYPES OF CHARGE AND HOW TO
CHARGE THE LI-ION BATTERY
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