heater NISSAN LEAF 2014 1.G Owners Manual

Table of
contentsIllustrated table of contents
EV Overview
Charging
Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater, air conditioner, audio and phone systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Maintenance and do-it yourself
Technical and consumer information
Index
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1. Side vents (P 4-6)
2. Meters and gauges (P 2-5)
3. Center multi-function control panel (See
LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)
— Navigation system
— Vehicle information and setting buttons— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
— Audio system
4. Hazard warning flasher switch (P 6-2)
5. Center vents (P 4-6)
6. Rear window defroster switch (P 2-42)
7. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P 1-35)8. Hood release handle (P 3-16)
9. Power switch (P 5-7)
10. iPod® connector/USB connector (See
LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)
11. Power outlet (P 2-50)
12. Auxiliary input jack (See LEAF Navigation
System Owner’s Manual.)
13. Front passenger air bag status light/
(P 2-20)/Approaching Vehicle Sound for
Pedestrians (VSP) system warning light
(P 2-15)
14. Heater and air conditioner control (P 4-7)
15. Glove box (P 2-53)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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BEFORE DRIVING YOUR VEHICLE
(MODELS WITH NAVIGATION
SYSTEM)
The Li-ion battery charging status and the Li-ion
battery warmer operation can be checked using
an internet enabled smart phone or personal
computer at home. You may also choose to have
SMS messages (text messages) sent to a cellular
phone. Additionally, the heater and air condi-
tioner of the vehicle can be set to operate using
the Climate Ctrl. Timer function or A/C-heater
remote function, if necessary. See “Remote cli-mate control” in the “Heater and air conditioner
systems” section.
NOTE:
•To check the Li-ion battery charging status
or to use the remote heater and air condi-
tioner using an internet enabled smart
phone or personal computer, the follow-
ing conditions must be met:
– The vehicle must be located in a cellu-
lar phone or smart phone coverage
area.
– The internet enabled cellular phone or
smart phone must be located in a cel-lular phone or smart phone coverage
area.
– The computer must be connected to
the internet.
– A cellular phone must be used to com-
municate with the vehicle.
– A cellular phone capable of text mes-
saging must be used to receive text
message regarding vehicle charge sta-
tus.
•The remote heater and cooler can adjust
the in-cabin temperature.
•When the charge connector is discon-
nected from the vehicle, the heater and air
conditioner operates using vehicle Li-ion
battery electric power.
•If the remote heater and air conditioner
function and Li-ion battery charging are
performed at the same time, Li-ion battery
charging will take longer than usual due
to the power used to heat or cool the
vehicle.
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Operating the climate control system
before driving
The vehicle heating and air conditioning system
can be turned on via remote control with an
internet enabled smart phone or personal com-
puter.This allows the interior of the vehicle to be heated
or cooled while the vehicle is charging. This re-
duces the load on the Li-ion battery while the
vehicle is being driven and can help increase the
vehicle driving range. See “Remote climate con-
trol” in the “Heater and air conditioner systems”
section.
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RANGE
The distance you can drive the vehicle (range)
varies considerably depending upon available
charge, weather, temperature, usage, battery
age, topography, and driving style.
Vehicle range depends on a number of factors.
When the Li-ion battery is new, the estimated
vehicle range with a fully charged Li-ion battery is
approximately 100 miles (160 km) based on the
EPA laboratory test commonly called the LA4
mode drive cycle. This test represents city driving
conditions. Your actual range can vary, either
initially or as the battery ages and with use over
time. The majority of drivers will experience ve-
hicle ranges between 62 to 138 miles (99 to 222
km) based on the many factors that affect vehicle
range. See “Improve driving range” later in this
section for information of the factors that affect
vehicle range and how to use the vehicle to
maximize vehicle range.
IMPROVE DRIVING RANGE
Vehicle range depends on a number of factors.
Actual vehicle range will vary depending upon:
• speed,
• vehicle load,• electrical load from vehicle accessories,
• traffic and road conditions.
NISSAN recommends the following driving
habits to help maximize vehicle range:
Before driving:
• Follow recommended periodic maintenance.
• Keep tires inflated to correct pressure.
• Keep wheels in correct alignment.
• Pre-heat or pre-cool the interior cabin while the
vehicle is charging.
• Remove unnecessary cargo from the vehicle.
While driving:
• Drive in ECO mode
– In the ECO position more regenerative
brake is applied when the accelerator pedal
is released in comparison to the D (Drive)
position and more power is provided to the
Li-ion battery (models with navigation sys-
tem) .
– The ECO position helps reduce power con-
sumption by reducing acceleration when
compared to the same accelerator pedal
position in the D (Drive) position.
– The ECO position reduces the power pro-
vided to the heater and air conditioner sys-
tem.• Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruising
speeds with a constant accelerator positions or
by using cruise control when appropriate.
• Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Gently press
and release the accelerator pedal for accelera-
tion and deceleration.
• Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.
• Avoid frequent stopping and braking. Maintain a
safe distance behind other vehicles.
• Turn off the air conditioner/heater when it is not
necessary.
• Select a moderate temperature setting for heat-
ing or cooling to help reduce power consump-
tion.
• Use the air conditioner/heater and close win-
dows to reduce drag when cruising at highway
speed.
• Vehicle range may be substantially reduced in
extremely cold conditions (for example -4°F
(-20°C)) .
• Using the climate control system to heat the
cabin when outside temperature is below 32°F
(0°C) uses more electricity and affects vehicle
range more than when using the heater when
the temperature is above 32°F (0°C) .
EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR VEHICLE
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•
Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE
(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)
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.
CAUTION
•
To prevent damage to the charging
equipment:
– Do not close the charge port lid
without closing the cap.
– Do not subject the charging equip-
ment to impact.
– Do not pull or twist the charge cable.
– Do not drag the charge cable.– Do not store and use charging
equipment in locations where the
temperature is over 185°F (85°C) .
– Do not place the charging equip-
ment close to a heater or other heat
source.
• Make sure the cap is closed on the
charge port when charging is finished.
If the charge port lid is closed when the
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 damage
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 damage the
vehicle or charging equipment and
could cause an injury. See “Jump start-
ing” in the “In case of emergency” sec-
tion.• Trickle charging is performed using the
EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equip-
ment) provided with the vehicle.
NISSAN recommends using an AC 110
- 120 volt, 15A, dedicated electrical cir-
cuit and outlet. The dedicated circuit is
used to help prevent circuit damage or
the circuit breaker from tripping 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 household electrical appli-
ances such as televisions and audio
systems. If the circuit is shared, and
another electrical device is being used
at the same time the vehicle is charg-
ing, the breaker may trip. A licensed
professional electrician should install
a dedicated circuit if one is not already
available.
ChargingCH-3

NOTE:
•When charging the Li-ion battery, place
the power switch in the OFF position.
When the power switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the Li-ion battery will not start charg-
ing.
•If the charger is connected to the vehicle
when it is in the READY to drive position,
the power switch automatically changes
to the ON position. Place the power switch
in the OFF position to begin charging.
•For your safety, if the charger is connected
to the vehicle while the power switch is in
the READY to drive position, the vehicle
will automatically switch to the ON posi-
tion. 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 longer
than normal and the level to which the
Li-ion battery can be charged may be less
than at higher temperatures.•If the vehicle will not be used for an ex-
tended period of time, charge the Li-ion
battery once every 3 months. Do not oper-
ate the charging timer repeatedly while
the charge connector is connected to the
vehicle after the Li-ion battery charging is
completed. Doing so may discharge the
12-volt battery.
•The power switch can be set to ON posi-
tion and the climate control and naviga-
tion system (models with navigation sys-
tem) 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 automatically
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 opera-
tion (models with navigation system) .•If the charge port is frozen, melt the ice
using a hair dryer. After the ice has
melted, charge the Li-ion battery. Forcing
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. Contact a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer. Forcing the charge
connector to connect may cause damage
to the charging equipment 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.
Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
CH-4Charging

IMMEDIATE CHARGE
When a charging timer is not turned on, charging
automatically starts when a normal or trickle
charge connector is connected to the vehicle.
Use the immediate charge mode anytime you
want to start charging when a charging timer is
turned on by performing the following:
1. Place the power switch in the OFF position.
2. Press the immediate charge switch.3. Connect the normal or trickle charge cable
when the charging status indicator light
changes to display immediate charge mode.
See “Charging status indicator light”.
NOTE:
•You have 15 minutes to connect a normal
or trickle charge connector to the vehicle
after the immediate charge switch is
pressed. If a charge connector is not con-
nected to the vehicle within 15 minutes,
the vehicle automatically returns to the
previous setting.
•Immediate charge will be available for 15
minutes before returning automatically to
the previous setting.
•To cancel immediate charge mode press
the immediate charge switch again.
•If charge cable is disconnected, the Li-ion
battery automatically switches to charg-
ing timer. To perform an immediate
charge again, press the immediate charge
switch and connect charge cable.
•If the charge cable is already connected,
press the immediate charge switch to
start performing an immediate charge.
CHARGING RELATED REMOTE
FUNCTION (MODELS WITH
NAVIGATION SYSTEM)
This vehicle incorporates a communication de-
vice that is called a TCU (Telematics Communi-
cation Unit) . The communication connection be-
tween this unit and NISSAN CARWINGS™ Data
Center allows for various remote function ser-
vices.
•Li-ion battery status check:
The charging status of the Li-ion battery can be
checked using your personal computer or inter-
net enabled smart phone even if you are not in
the vehicle.
•Remote charge:
The function of starting Li-ion battery charge or
starting the heater and air conditioner is avail-
able using your personal computer or internet
enabled smart phone.
•Unplugged status:
A notification e-mail will be sent to your per-
sonal computer or internet enabled smart
phone if the plug is not connected at the certain
time you selected, after you turning off the
power switch in registered place.
CH-26Charging

When fully charged
All of the indicator lights
1to3illuminate when
the Li-ion battery is fully charged.
The indicator lights turn off after approximately 5
minutes or when the charge connector is re-
moved.When the indicator light
3flashes
The indicator light
3flashes when the 12-volt
battery is being charged. See “Charging the 12-
volt battery” in the “EV overview” section.
The indicator will also flash for up to 5 minutes if
the electrical power to the EVSE is interrupted
during charging. Charging will restart automati-
cally when the electrical power to the EVSE is
restored if the charging connector is connected.
The charge start beep will not sound when
charging restarts.The indicator will also flash when the following
system are operating:
• Climate Ctrl. Timer
• Remote climate control (if so equipped)
• Li-ion battery heater
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1. Side ventilator
2. Meters and gauges
3. Center multi-function control panel (See
LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)
— Navigation system
— Vehicle information and setting buttons
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System— Audio system
4. Hazard warning flasher switch
5. Center ventilator
6. Rear window defroster switch
7. Front passenger supplemental air bag
8. Hood release handle
9. Power switch10. iPod® connector/USB connector (See
LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.)
11. Power outlet
12. Auxiliary input jack (See LEAF Navigation
System Owner’s Manual.)
13. Front passenger air bag status light/
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestri-
ans (VSP) system warning light
14. Heater and air conditioner control
15. Glove box
INSTRUMENT PANEL
2-4Instruments and controls