maintenance NISSAN LEAF 2016 1.G User Guide

cooperative regenerative brake and/or the elec-
tronically driven intelligent brake systems are not
functioning properly. Have the system checked
by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. If the BRAKE
warning light (red) also illuminates, stop the ve-
hicle immediately and contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer. For additional information, refer to-
“Brake system” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
WARNING
• Pressing the brake pedal when the power switch position is not in the ON
or READY to drive position and/or low
brake fluid level may increase the
stopping distance and braking will re-
quire greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel.
• If the brake fluid level is below the minimum or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked at a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. • The cooperative regenerative brake
system may not be working properly if
the brake system warning light illumi-
nates when the READY to drive indica-
tor light is ON. If you judge it to be safe,
drive carefully to the nearest service
station for repairs. Otherwise, have
your vehicle towed because driving
could be dangerous.orBRAKE warning
light (red)
When the power switch is placed in the ON
position or in the READY to drive position, the
light remains illuminated for about a few seconds.
If the light illuminates at any other time, it may
indicate that the hydraulic brake system is not
functioning properly. If the BRAKE warning light
illuminates, stop the vehicle immediately and
contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
Parking brake indicator:
When the power switch is placed in the ON
position, the light comes on when the parking
brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
When the power switch is in the ON position, the
light warns of a low brake fluid level. If this warn- ing light illuminates, the Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light and the brake system warn-
ing light (yellow) also illuminate.
If the light illuminates while the power switch is in
the READY to drive position with the parking
brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform
the following items.
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is
necessary, add fluid and have the system
checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
For additional information, refer to “Brake
fluid” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section of this manual.
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by a NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer.
WARNING
• Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge
the brake system to be safe, drive care-
fully to the nearest service station for
repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle
towed because driving it could be dan-
gerous.
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INDICATORS FOR OPERATION
1. READY to drive position operation
indicator
This indicator appears while the vehicle is in the P
(Park) position. This indicator means that the EV
system will start when the power switch is
pressed with the brake pedal depressed.
2. Key is not detected warning
This warning appears in either of the following
conditions.No key inside the vehicle:
This warning appears when the door is closed
with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle
and the power switch in the ACC or ON position.
Make sure that the Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle.
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.For additional information, refer to “NISSAN In-
telligent Key® system” in the “Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section of this manual.
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. For additional information, refer to
“NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery replacement”
in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
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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. For additional information, refer to
“NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
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. For additional information, refer to
“SHIFT Pwarning” in this section.
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 the power
switch is in the READY to drive position, the
vehicle can be driven. 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. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Trip computer” in this
section.
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 or billboards.
9. Low washer warning (if so
equipped)
This warning appears when the washer tank fluid
is at a low level. Add windshield-washer fluid as
necessary. For additional information, refer to
“Windshield-washer fluid” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
10. Light reminder warning
This warning appears when the power switch is
turned to the OFF position but the headlight
switch is still ON. Turn off the headlight switch.
11. Plug-in indicator
This indicator appears when the charge connec-
tor is connected.
If the charge connector is connected to the ve-
hicle, the power switch can not be placed in the
READY to drive position.
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Settings
Settings cannot be accessed while driving.
The message, “Settings can only be ac-
cessed when stationary” is also displayed
on the vehicle information display.The
switchAandswitchBare
used in the settings mode.
Push the
switchBto scroll through the
menus.
Push the
switchAto select a menu.
Skip:
Push the
switchAto move to the warning
check mode.
Push the
switchBto select other menus.
Clock:
The clock can be adjusted in this menu.
• Back Select this submenu to return to the top page
of the settings mode.
• Set Clock
Adjust the time (hour and minute) of the clock.
For models without a center display, the day of
the week can also be set to use it for the “Climate
Ctrl. Timer” setting. For additional information,
refer to “Climate Ctrl. timer” in the “Display
screen, heater, air conditioner, audio and phone
systems” section of this manual.
• 24/12Hr (24 hours or 12 hours) Select either the 24-hour clock display or the
12-hour display. Maintenance:
There are five submenus under the maintenance
menu.
• Back
Select this submenu to return to the top page
of the settings mode.
• Tire Select this submenu to set or reset the dis-
tance for replacement of the tires.
• Other -1, -2 and -3 Select this submenu to set or reset the dis-
tance for replaceable/maintenance items. Up
to three other items can be monitored. Set
other items if required.
Alarms:
The alarms menu can be set to notify the follow-
ing items. There are three submenus under the
alarms menu.
• Back Select this submenu to return to the top page
of the settings mode.
• Driver Alert Select this submenu to set the driver alert
period.
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INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE
1. Tire replacement indicator
This indicator appears when the customer set
distance comes for replacing tires. You can set or
reset the distance for replacing tires. For addi-tional information, refer to “Trip computer” in this
section.
WARNING
The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, includ-
ing tire pressure checks. For additional
information, refer to “Changing wheels
and tires” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual. Many
factors including tire inflation, alignment,
driving habits and road conditions affect
tire wear and when tires should be re-
placed. Setting the tire replacement indi-
cator for a certain driving distance does
not mean your tires will last that long.
Use the tire replacement indicator as a
guide only and always perform regular
tire checks. Failure to perform regular
tire checks, including tire pressure
checks could result in tire failure. Serious
vehicle damage could occur and may lead
to a collision, which could result in seri-
ous personal injury or death.
2. 3. 4. “Other” indicators
These indicators appears when the customer set
distance comes for checking or replacing main-
tenance items other than the tires. Other mainte-
nance items can include such things as the tire
rotation. You can set or reset the distance for
checking or replacing the items. For additional
information, refer to “Trip computer” in this sec-
tion. For scheduled maintenance items and inter-
vals, see a NISSAN Service and Maintenance
Guide.
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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 position – 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 while 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.
CARGO LIGHT
The light illuminates when the rear hatch is
opened. When the rear hatch is closed, the light
goes off. For additional information, refer to “Ex-
terior and interior lights” in the “Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual. 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, refer to “Programming HomeLink®” in
this section.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER (IF SO EQUIPPED)
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When opening the driver’s door to
get out of the vehicleThe inside warning chime sounds continuously. The power switch is pushed to the OFF po-
sition while the driver’s door is open.
Close the driver’s door.
The power switch is in the ACC position. Push the power switch to the OFF position then
close the driver’s door.
When closing the door after getting
out of the vehicle The KEY is not detected warning appears on the
display, the outside chime sounds three times and
the inside warning chime sounds for a few sec-
onds.
The power switch is in the ACC or ON posi-
tion.
Push the power switch to the OFF position.
The outside chime sounds continuously. The power switch is in the ACC or OFF
position, the electric shift control system has
malfunctioned and the vehicle cannot be
placed in the P (Park) position when the
parking brake is not applied.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
When closing the door with the in-
side lock knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few seconds 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 “LOCK”
button on
the Intelligent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few seconds. The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle or a
cargo area.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
When pushing the power switch in
the READY to drive position The Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator ap-
pears on the display.
The Intelligent Key battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. For addi-
tional information, refer to “NISSAN Intelligent
Key® battery replacement” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
The Key is not 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 Intelligent Key system warning indicator ap-
pears on the display. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent
Key system.
Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
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4 Display screen, heater, air conditioner,
audio and phone systems
RearView Monitor (if so equipped).............4-3
RearView Monitor system operation ..........4-4
How to read the displayed lines .............4-5
Difference between predicted and actual
distances ......................... .4-5
How to park with predicted course lines
(models with navigation) ................ .4-7
Adjusting the screen .................. .4-8
How to turn on and off predicted course lines
(models with navigation) ................ .4-9
RearView Monitor system limitations ..........4-9
System maintenance ................. .4-10
Around View® Monitor (if so equipped) .........4-11
Around View® Monitor system operation ......4-12
Difference between predicted and actual
distances ........................ .4-15
How to park with predicted course lines .......4-17
How to switch the display ...............4-18
Adjusting the screen ................. .4-19
Around View® Monitor system limitations ......4-19
System Maintenance ................. .4-21
Vents ............................ .4-21
Center vents ...................... .4-21
Side vents ....................... .4-22Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
..........4-22
Operating tips ..................... .4-24
Air Conditioner Filter ................. .4-25
Automatic climate control
(models without Navigation System) .........4-26
Automatic climate control
(models with Navigation System) ...........4-33
Servicing climate control ................4-38
Audio system (models without Navigation System). . .4-38 Radio .......................... .4-38
FM radio reception .................. .4-39
AM radio reception .................. .4-39
Satellite radio reception ................4-40
Audio operation precautions ..............4-40
FM-AM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player .......................... .4-47
USB (Universal Serial Bus) connection port
(models without Navigation System) .........4-51
iPod® player operation
(models without Navigation System) .........4-53
Bluetooth®
streaming audio
(models without Navigation System) .........4-55
Aux device player operation ..............4-55

• When washing the vehicle with highpressure water, be sure not to spray it
around the camera. Otherwise, water
may enter the camera unit causing wa-
ter condensation on the lens, a mal-
function, fire or an electric shock.
• Do not strike the camera. It is a preci- sion instrument. Otherwise, it may
malfunction or cause damage result-
ing in a fire or an electric shock.
The following are operating limitations and do not
represent a system malfunction:
• When the temperature is extremely high or low, the screen may not clearly display objects.
• When strong light directly shines on the cam- era, objects may not be displayed clearly.
• Vertical lines may be seen in objects on the screen. This is due to strong reflected light from
the bumper.
• The screen may flicker under fluorescent light.
• The colors of objects on the RearView Monitor may differ somewhat from the actual color of
objects.
• Objects on the monitor may not be clear in a dark environment. • There may be a delay when switching between
views.
• If dirt, rain or snow accumulate on the camera, RearView Monitor may not display objects
clearly. Clean the camera.
• Do not use wax on the camera lens. Wipe off any wax with a clean cloth dampened with a
diluted mild cleaning agent, then wipe with a dry
cloth.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
• Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the camera. This will cause
discoloration.
• Do not damage the camera as the monitor screen may be adversely af-
fected.
If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on the camera
1, the RearView Monitor may not display ob-
jects clearly. Clean the camera by wiping it with a
cloth dampened with a diluted mild cleaning
agent and the wiping it with a dry cloth.
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When the “[X]” icon is displayed on the screen,
the camera image may be receiving temporary
electronic disturbances from surrounding de-
vices. This will not hinder normal driving opera-
tion but the system should be inspected by a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer if it occurs fre-
quently.SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
• Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to clean the camera. This will cause
discoloration.
• Do not damage the cameras as the monitor screen may be adversely af-
fected.
If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on any of the
cameras
1, the Around View® Monitor may not
display objects clearly. Clean the camera by wip-
ing with a cloth dampened with a diluted mild
cleaning agent and then wiping with a dry cloth.
CENTER VENTS
Open/close the vents by moving the control to
either direction.
: This symbol indicates that the vents are
closed. Moving the side control to this direction
will close the vents.
: This symbol indicates that the vents are
open. Moving the side control to this direction will
open the vents.
Adjust the air flow direction of the vents by mov-
ing the knob (up/down) until the desired position
is achieved.
VENTS
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