cruise control NISSAN LEAF 2017 1.G Owners Manual

1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer (P. 2-5)
2. Trip computer switch (P. 2-23)
3. Instrument brightness control switch(P. 2-42)
4. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch — Headlight (P. 2-43)
— Turn signal light (P. 2-43)
— Fog light (if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) — Audio control (P. 4-60)
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
control (P. 4-62)
6. Steering wheel — Power steering system (P. 5-20)
— Horn (P. 2-47)
— Driver’s supplemental air bag (P. 1-39)
7. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-39)
8. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)
— Cruise control switches (P. 5-16)
— ECO switch (P. 2-48)
9. Console box (P. 2-52)
10. Shift lever (P. 5-12)
11. Front heated seat switch (P. 2-48)
12. Tilting steering wheel lever (P. 3-21)
13. Charge port lid switch (P. 3-19)
14. Charge connector lock switch (P. CH-5)
15. Charge timer OFF switch (P. 2-51)
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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.
Refer to the Monroney label (window sticker) for
the official EPA range. Your actual range can vary,
either initially or as the battery ages and with use
over time. For additional information, refer to “Im-
prove driving range” in this section for information
on 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 – The ECO mode helps reduce power con-sumption by reducing acceleration when
compared to the same accelerator pedal
position in the D (Drive) position.
• Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruising speeds with 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
consumption.
• 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 the 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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1. TRIP switch for twin trip odometer (P. 2-5)
2. Trip computer switch (P. 2-23)
3. Instrument brightness control switch(P. 2-42)
4. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch — Headlight (P. 2-43)
— Turn signal light (P. 2-43) — Fog light (if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
5. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left side) — Audio control (P. 4-60)
— Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System
control (P. 4-76) 6. Steering wheel
— Power steering system (P. 5-20)
— Horn (P. 2-47)
— Driver’s supplemental air bag (P. 1-39)
7. Wiper and washer switch (P. 2-39)
8. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)
— Cruise control switches (P. 5-16)
— ECO button (P. 2-48)
9. Console box (P. 2-52)
10. Shift lever (P. 5-12)
11. Front heated seat switch (P. 2-48)
12. Tilting steering wheel lever (P. 3-21)
13. Charge port lid switch (P. 3-19)
14. Charge connector lock switch (P. CH-5)
15. Charge timer OFF switch (P. 2-51)
16. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch (P. 2-49)
17. Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
18. Fuse box cover (P. 8-17)
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Instruments and controls2-3

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 the
parking 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. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this service. For
additional information, refer to “12-volt battery
charge warning light” in this section.
The vehicle information display1is 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 additional information about the odometer,
refer to “Odometer/twin trip odometer” in this
section. For additional information about the cruise con-
trol, refer to “Cruise control” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
For additional information about the NISSAN In-
telligent Key® system, refer to “NISSAN Intelli-
gent Key® system” in the “Pre-driving checks
and adjustments” section of this manual.
VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
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19. Apply parking brake warning
This warning appears if the DC/DC converter
system is not functioning properly after the “Stop
the vehicle” message above. If this warning ap-
pears on the display, stop the vehicle in a safe
location and push the P (Park) position switch on
the shift lever. If the parking brake is applied, the
display turns off. Contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
20. Check tire pressure warning
This warning appears when the low tire pressure
warning light in the meter illuminates and low tire
pressure is detected. The warning appears each
time the power switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion as long as the low tire pressure warning light
remains illuminated.
If this warning appears, stop the vehicle and
adjust the tire pressure to the recommended
COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Load-
ing Information label. For additional information,
refer to “Low tire pressure warning light” in this
section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
21. Cruise control indicator
Cruise main switch indicator
This indicator is displayed when the cruise con-
trol main switch is pushed. When the main switch
is pushed again, the indicator disappears. When
the cruise control main switch indicator is dis-
played, the cruise control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator
This indicator is displayed while the vehicle
speed is controlled by the cruise control system.
If the indicator blinks while the power switch is in
the READY to drive position, it may indicate that
the cruise control system is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer for this service.
For additional information, refer to “Cruise con-
trol” in the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
22. Shift position indicator
The shift position indicator shows the vehicle
position when the power switch is in the ON or
READY to drive position. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Driving the vehicle” in the “Starting
and driving” section of this manual.
23. SHIFTPwarning
This warning appears alternately with door/rear
hatch open warning when the driver’s door is
opened with the shift position in any position
other than the P (Park) position. For additional
information, refer to “Door/rear hatch open warn-
ing (power switch is in the ON position)” in this
section. If this warning appears, push the P (Park)
position switch and place in the P (Park) position.
24. Intelligent Key error
After the power switch is pushed to the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 seconds
and then turns off.
The I-Key System Error message warns of a
malfunction with the Intelligent Key system. If the
light comes on while the motor is stopped, it may
be impossible to start the motor.
If the light comes on while the motor is running, you
can drive the vehicle. However in these cases, it is
recommended that you contact a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for repair as soon as possible.
25. Parking brake release warning
This warning appears when the vehicle speed is
above 4 mph (7km/h) and the parking brake is
applied.
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving...........5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .......5-2
Avoiding collision and rollover ..............5-5
Off-road recovery .................... .5-5
Rapid air pressure loss ................. .5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...........5-6
Push-button power switch ................. .5-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® system ............5-7
Operating range for EV start function .........5-8
Power switch operation ................ .5-8
Power switch positions ................. .5-9
Emergency EV shut off ................ .5-10
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge .....5-10
Before starting the EV system ...............5-11
Starting the EV system .................. .5-11
Driving the vehicle ..................... .5-11
Electric shift control system ..............5-11
Parking brake ....................... .5-15
Cruise control ....................... .5-16
Precautions on cruise control .............5-16
Cruise control operation ................5-17Increasing power economy
................5-18
Parking/parking on hills .................. .5-19
Power steering system .................. .5-20
Brake system ........................ .5-21
Brake precautions ................... .5-21
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...........5-22
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .........5-24
Hill start assist system .................. .5-25
Cold weather driving ................... .5-26
Freeing a frozen door lock ...............5-27
Antifreeze ........................ .5-27
12-volt battery ..................... .5-27
Draining of coolant water ...............
.5-27
Tire

equipment ..................... .5-27
Special winter equipment ...............5-27
Driving on snow or ice ................ .5-28
Freeing a frozen charge port lid ............5-28

To engage:Firmly depress the parking brake.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the foot brake.
2. Firmly depress the parking brake and it will release.
3. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out.
PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE
CONTROL
• If the cruise control system malfunctions, it willcancel automatically. The SET indicator on the
vehicle information display will then blink to
warn the driver.
• If the SET indicator on the vehicle information display blinks, turn the cruise control MAIN
switch off and have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer.
• The SET indicator on the vehicle information display may blink when the cruise control MAIN
switch is turned ON while pushing the ACCEL/
RES, COAST/SET or CANCEL switch. To
properly set the cruise control system, perform
the following procedure.
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control when driv-
ing under the following conditions:
• when it is not possible to keep the vehicle at a set speed
• in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in speed
• on winding or hilly roads
• on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.)
• in very windy areas
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.
CRUISE CONTROL
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CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION
1. ACCELERATE (ACCEL)/RESUME (RES)switch
2. COAST/SET switch
3. CANCEL switch
4. CRUISE (ON/OFF) switch
The cruise control allows driving at a speed be-
tween 25 to 93 mph (40 to 149 km/h) without
keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. To turn on the cruise control,
push the
CRUISE ON/OFF switch on. The CRUISE indi-
cator on the vehicle information display will illu-
minate.
To set the cruising speed, accelerate the ve-
hicle to the preferred speed, push the COAST/
SET switch and release it. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal. The vehicle will maintain the
set speed.
• To pass another vehicle, depress the accel-
erator pedal. When you release the pedal, the
vehicle will return to the previously set speed.
• The vehicle may not maintain the set speed on winding or hilly roads. If this happens, drive
without using the cruise control.
To cancel the preset speed, use one of the
following methods.
1. Push the CANCEL switch.
2. Tap the brake pedal.
3. Turn the CRUISE ON/OFF switch off. The CRUISE indicator on the vehicle information
display will turn off.
• If you depress the brake pedal while pushing the ACCEL/RES or COAST/SET switch and reset
at the cruising speed, the cruise control will disengage. Turn the CRUISE ON/OFF switch
off once and then turn it on again.
• The cruise control will automatically cancel if the vehicle slows more than 8 mph (13 km/h) below
the set speed.
• If you move the shift lever to the N (Neutral) position, the cruise control will be canceled.
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of
the following methods.
• Depress the accelerator pedal. When the ve- hicle attains the preferred speed, push and re-
lease the COAST/SET switch.
• Push and hold the ACCEL/RES switch. When the vehicle attains the preferred speed, release
the switch.
• Push, then quickly release the ACCEL/RES switch. Each time you do this, the set speed will
increase by about 1 mph or 1.6 km/h.
To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following methods.
• Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the preferred speed, push the COAST/
SET switch and release it.
• Push and hold the COAST/SET switch. Re- lease the switch when the vehicle slows down
to the preferred speed.
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• Push, then quickly release, the COAST/SETswitch. Each time you do this, the set speed will
decrease by about 1 mph or 1km/h.
To resume the preset speed, push and re-
lease the ACCEL/RES switch. The vehicle will
resume the last set cruising speed when the
vehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h) . 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 – The ECO mode helps reduce power con-sumption by reducing acceleration when
compared to the same accelerator pedal
position in the D (Drive) position.
• Drive at a constant speed. Maintain cruising speeds with a constant accelerator position 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
consumption.
• Use the air conditioner/heater and close win- dows to reduce drag when cruising at highway
speed.
• Release the accelerator pedal to slow down and do not apply the brakes when traffic and
road conditions allow. – This vehicle is equipped with a regenerative brake system. The primary purpose of the
regenerative brake system is to provide
some power to recharge the Li-ion battery
and extend driving range. A secondary ben-
efit is “engine braking” that operates based
on Li-ion battery conditions. In the D (Drive)
INCREASING POWER ECONOMY
5-18Starting and driving

DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
• Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain) , very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” under
these conditions. Try to avoid driving
on wet ice until the road is salted or
sanded.
• Whatever the conditions, drive with caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating too fast, the
drive wheels will lose even more trac-
tion.
• Allow more stopping distance under these conditions. Braking should be
started sooner than on dry pavement.
• Allow greater following distances on slippery roads.
• Watch for slippery spots (glare ice) . These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of
ice is seen ahead, brake before reach-
ing it. Try not to brake while on the ice,
and avoid any sudden steering maneu-
vers.
• Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
FREEING A FROZEN CHARGE
PORT LID
When the charge port is frozen, melt the ice using
a hair dryer.
5-28Starting and driving