ECU NISSAN LEAF 2014 1.G Owner's Guide

charged in order to be driven. See “Low battery
charge warning light”.
Security indicator light
This light blinks when the power switch is in the
ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This function indi-
cates the security system equipped on the ve-
hicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning, this light
will remain on while the power switch is in the ON
position. For additional information, see “Security
systems.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
This light flashes when the turn signal switch
lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) off indicator light
This light illuminates when the Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) switch is pushed to OFF. This
indicates that the VDC system is not operating.
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in
the “Starting and driving” section.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Brake pad wear warning
The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings.
When a brake pad requires replacement, it will
make a high pitched scraping sound when the
vehicle is in motion. This scraping sound will first
occur only when the brake pedal is depressed.
After more wear of the brake pad, the sound will
always be heard even if the brake pedal is not
depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as
possible if the warning sound is heard.
Electric shift control system reminder
chime
If an improper shift operation is performed, for
safety reasons a chime will sound and at the
same time, depending on the conditions, the
operation will be cancelled or the shift position
will switch to the N position.
For more details, see “Driving vehicle” in the
“Starting and driving” section.
Key reminder chime
A chime will sound if the driver’s side door is
opened while the power switch is pushed to the
ON or ACC position.Make sure that the power switch is pushed to the
OFF position, and take the Intelligent Key with
you when leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
The light reminder chime will sound when the
driver side door is opened with the light switch in
the
orposition, and the power
switch in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position.
Turn the light switch off when you leave the
vehicle.
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime sounds if the parking brake is set and the
vehicle is driven. The chime will stop if the parking
brake is released or the vehicle speed returns to
zero.
Power switch reminder chime (if so
equipped)
The power switch reminder chime will sound
when the driver’s door is opened while the power
switch is in the ON or READY position. Push the
power switch to the OFF position.
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Seat belt warning chime
The seat belt warning chime will sound for about
6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely
fastened.
12-volt battery charge warning chime
If the 12-volt battery charge warning light illumi-
nates, the chime will sound when a warning mes-
sage is displayed on the vehicle information dis-
play on the lower display.
When the chime sounds, immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe location and push the P (Park)
position switch on the shift lever and apply park-
ing brake. The 12-volt battery charge warning
light turns off on the lower display and the chime
will stop when the parking brake is applied or the
vehicle is placed in the P (Park) position. Contact
a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for support. For
details of the meter warnings, see “12-volt bat-
tery charge warning light”.The vehicle information display
1is located in
the lower display, and it displays charging related
information, Average electricity consumption/
Instant electricity consumption, Average vehicle
speed, Driving distance/Driving time (Elapsed
time) , shift position indicator, the cruise control,
the Intelligent Key operation information and
other warnings and information.
For details about the odometer, see “Odometer/
twin trip odometer”.
For details about the cruise control, see “Cruise
control” in the “Starting and driving” section.For the details about the NISSAN Intelligent
Key® system, see “NISSAN Intelligent Key®
system” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust-
ments” section.
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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Unregistered Intelligent Key:
This warning appears when the power switch is
placed in the ON, ACC or READY to drive posi-
tion and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized
by the system. You cannot place the power
switch in the READY to drive position with an
unregistered key. Use an Intelligent Key that has
been registered.
See “NISSAN Intelligent Key® system” in the
“Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section for
more details.
3. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery with
a new one. (See “NISSAN Intelligent Key® bat-
tery replacement” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section.)
4. EV system operation for discharged
Intelligent Key system indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power and when the
Intelligent Key System and vehicle are not com-
municating normally.If this indicator appears, touch the power switch
with the Intelligent Key while depressing the
brake pedal. (See “NISSAN Intelligent Key® bat-
tery discharge” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion.)
5. Door/rear hatch open warning
(power switch is in the ON position)
This warning appears if any of the doors and/or
the rear hatch are open or not closed securely.
The vehicle icon indicates which door or the rear
hatch is open on the display. Make sure that all of
the doors and the rear hatch are closed.
This warning also appears alternating with SHIFT
Pwarning while the driver’s door is opened with
the shift position in any position other than the P
(Park) position. See “SHIFTPwarning (if so
equipped) .
6. Intelligent Key system warning
This warning appears if there is a malfunction in
the Intelligent Key system.
If this warning appears while the power switch
position is in the ON position, the power switch
can not be switched to the READY to drive posi-
tion. If this warning appears while power switch is
in the READY to drive position, the vehicle can bedriven. However, contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
7. Driver alert
This warning appears when the previously set
time for a break is reached. You can set the time
for up to 6 hours in the setting menu. (See “Trip
computer”.)
8. Low outside air temperature
The outside air temperature is displayed in °F or
°C in the range of −20°F to 140°F (−30°C to
60°C) .
The outside air temperature mode includes a low
temperature warning feature. If the outside air
temperature is below 37°F (3°C) , the warning is
displayed on the screen.
The outside temperature sensor is located in
front side of the vehicle. The sensor may be
affected by road, wind directions and other driv-
ing conditions. The display may differ from the
actual outside temperature or the temperature
displayed on various signs of billboards.
9. Low washer fluid warning (for
Canada)
This warning appears when the washer tank fluid
is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary.
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INDICATOR FOR TIMER
When the power switch is turned off, this display
appears for 10 seconds. If the
switchAis
pushed within 10 seconds, the display can beselected and each setting information display
can be confirmed.
1. Timer setting status (charging and
Climate Ctrl.)
The timer setting status (ON or OFF) of the
charge and the climate control can be checked.
2. Charging timer setting confirmation
The charging timer starting hours, minutes and
days for the next charge time that has been set
can be checked.
3. Charging time
Displays the estimated time to charge the Li-ion
battery to a full charge.
4. Climate Ctrl. Timer setting
confirmation
The set time for ending hours and days of the
Climate Ctrl. Timer is displayed.Your vehicle has two types of security systems,
as follows:
• Vehicle security system
• NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security status is shown by the security indi-
cator light.
SECURITY SYSTEMS
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VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual and
audio alarm signals if someone opens the doors,
or rear hatch when the system is armed. It is not,
however, a motion detection type system that
activates when a vehicle is moved or when a
vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but cannot
prevent it, nor can it prevent the theft of interior or
exterior vehicle components in all situations. Al-
ways secure your vehicle even if parking for a
brief period. Never leave your keys in the vehicle,
and always lock it when it is left unattended. Be
aware of your surroundings, and park in secure,
well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection, such
as component locks, identification markers, and
tracking systems, are available at auto supply
stores and specialty shops. Your NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer may also offer such equipment.
Check with your insurance company to see if you
may be eligible for discounts for various theft
protection features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.
The system can be armed even if the
windows are open.
2. Place the power switch in the LOCK or OFF
position and remove the Intelligent Key from
the vehicle.
3. Close all doors. Lock all doors. The doors can
be locked with:
• the LOCK
button on the Intelligent Key
• any request switch• the power door lock switch
• the mechanical key
4. Confirm that the security indicator light illumi-
nates. The security indicator light stays on for
about 30 seconds. The vehicle security sys-
tem is now pre-armed. After about 30 sec-
onds the vehicle security system automati-
cally shifts into the armed phase. The security
light begins to flash once every approximately
3 seconds. If, during this 30-second pre-arm
time period, the door is unlocked, or the
power switch is placed in the ACC or ON
position, the system will not arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors locked and the power switch
in the OFF position. When placing the
power switch to the ACC or ON position,
the system will be released.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the following
alarm:
• The headlights blink and the horn sounds inter-
mittently.
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Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on the me-
ter panel. It indicates the status of the NISSAN
Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the power switch was in the
ACC or OFF position. This function indicates the
security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.
If the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System is mal-
functioning, this light will remain on while the
power switch is in the ON position.If the light still remains on and/or the
power switch cannot be placed in the
READY to drive position, see a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for a NISSAN Vehicle
Immobilizer System service as soon as
possible. Please bring all registered keys
that you have when visiting a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer for service.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer so-
lution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the wind-
shield.
CAUTION
• Do not operate the washer continu-
ously for more than 30 seconds.
• Do not operate the washer if the reser-
voir tank is empty.
• Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
• Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s rec-
ommended levels before pouring the
fluid into the window washer reservoir
tank. Do not use the window washer
reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid
concentrate and water.
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
SWITCH
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GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep the glove box lid closed while driv-
ing to prevent injury in case of an acci-
dent or a sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle.
To close, push the lid in until the lock latches.
CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box, push up the knobA
and pull up the lid. To close, push the lid down
until it is latched.
CARGO COVER (IF SO EQUIPPED)
WARNING
• Never put anything on the cargo cover,
no matter how small. Any object on it
could cause an injury in an accident or
sudden stop.
• Do not leave the cargo cover in the
vehicle with it disengaged from the
holder.
• Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher
than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
collision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
• Your child could be seriously injured or
killed in a collision if the child restraint
top tether strap is damaged.
– If the cargo cover contacts the top
tether strap when it is attached to
the top tether anchor, remove the
cargo cover from the vehicle or se-
cure it on the cargo floor below its
attachment location. If the cargo
cover is not removed, it may damage
the top tether strap during a colli-
sion.
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– Do not allow cargo to contact the
top tether strap when it is attached
to the top tether anchor. Properly
secure the cargo so it does not con-
tact the top tether strap. Cargo that
is not properly secured or that con-
tacts the top tether strap may dam-
age the top tether strap during a
collision.
The cargo cover keeps the luggage compartment
contents hidden from the outside.
To remove the cargo cover:
1. Remove the straps from the rear hatch.
2. Pull up the cargo cover.
3. Remove the cargo cover holders from the rear
pillar.4. Slide down the cargo cover along the rear
seat back.
5. Remove the cargo cover by pulling either the
left or right side backward away from the
pillar.
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STOWING GOLF BAGS
Normally, two standard golf bags can be stowed
in the cargo area. Insert the top of the golf bag
into right side of the cargo area
1then rotate the
bag backward
2. Insert the top of the 2nd golf
bag into right side of the cargo area
3and stow
the bottom of golf bag forward all the way
4.
In some cases, you may not be able to stow two
golf bags in your vehicle, depending on their sizes
or types.
LUGGAGE SIDE HOOK
CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than 4 lb
(2 kg) to the hook. Doing so may cause
the hook to break.
The hook is located at the side of the luggage
room. Use the hook to secure the Electric Vehicle
Supply Equipment (EVSE) .
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
• Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
while it is in motion and before closing
the windows. Use the window lock
switch to prevent unexpected use of
the power windows.
• Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls and
become trapped in the window. Unat-
tended children could become in-
volved in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the power
switch is in the ON position, or for about 45
seconds after the power switch is placed in the
OFF position. If the driver’s or front passenger’s
door is opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is canceled.
WINDOWS
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DOOR position
When the switch is in the DOOR position2, the
ceiling light will illuminate under the following
conditions:
• the power switch is placed in the LOCK posi-
tion.
– remains on for about 15 seconds.
• doors are unlocked by pushing the UNLOCK
button or the request switch, with the
power switch in the LOCK position
– remains on for about 15 seconds.
• any door is opened and then closed with the
power switch in the LOCK position
– remains on for about 15 seconds.
• any door is opened with the power switch in the
ACC or ON position
– remains on while the door is opened. When
the door is closed, the light turns off.
The light will automatically turn off after 10
minutes when the light remains illuminated
to prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
OFF position
When the switch is in the OFF position3, the
ceiling light will not illuminate, regardless of the
condition.The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver provides
a convenient way to consolidate the functions of
up to three individual hand-held transmitters into
one built-in device.
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:
• Will operate most Radio Frequency (RF) de-
vices such as garage doors, gates, home and
office lighting, entry door locks and security
systems.
• Is powered by the vehicle’s 12-volt battery. No
separate batteries are required. If the vehicle’s
12-volt battery is discharged or is discon-
nected, HomeLink® will retain all programming.
Once the HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver is programmed, retain the original
transmitter for future programming proce-
dures (for example, new vehicle pur-
chases) . Upon sale of the vehicle, the pro-
grammed HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver buttons should be erased for
security purposes. For additional informa-
tion, see “Programming HomeLink®” later
in this section.
WARNING
• Do not use the HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver with any garage door
opener that lacks safety stop and re-
verse features as required by federal
safety standards. (These standards be-
came effective for opener models
manufactured after April 1, 1982.) A
garage door opener that cannot detect
an object in the path of a closing ga-
rage door and then automatically stop
and reverse, does not meet current
federal safety standards. Using a ga-
rage door opener without these fea-
tures increases the risk of serious in-
jury or death.
• During the programming procedure,
your garage door or security gate will
open or close (if the transmitter is
within range) . Make sure that people
or objects are clear of the garage door,
gate, etc. that you are programming.
• Place the power switch in the ACC or
ON position while programming the
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER (IF SO EQUIPPED)
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