NISSAN LEAF 2019 Owner´s Manual

CHARGING RELATED REMOTE
FUNCTION (MODELS WITH
NAVIGATION SYSTEM)
This vehicle incorporates a communica-
tion device that is called a TCU (Telematics
Communication Unit). The communication
connection between this unit and NISSAN
Data Center allows for various remote
function services.
•Remote battery status check:
The charging status of the Li-ion battery
can be checked using the “NissanConnect®
EV & Services”, or “NissanConnect® Ser-
vices”, app or Owners Portal even if you are
not in the vehicle.
•Remote start charge:
The function of starting the Li-ion battery
charge or starting the heater and air con-
ditioner is available using your personal
computer or internet enabled smart
phone.
•Plug-in reminder:
A notification e-mail will be sent to your
personal computer or internet enabled
smart phone if the plug is not connected
at the specific time you selected, af ter
turning off the power switch.
NOTE:
•Establishing the NissanConnect® EV &
Services, or NissanConnect® Services, is
necessary before using this service. For
additional information, refer to the
NissanConnect® Manual (for Leaf ).
• To check the Li-ion battery charging
status using an internet enabled smart
phone or personal computer, the fol-
lowing conditions must be met:
– The vehicle must be located in a cel- lular phone coverage area.
– The cellular phone must be located in an area with cellular phone cover-
age.
– If using a computer, the computer must be connected to the internet.
– Some cellular phones are not com- patible and cannot be used to check
the Li-ion battery charging status.
Please confirm beforehand. •
Certain remote functions require a
compatible smart phone, which is not
included with the vehicle.
• NissanConnect® EV & Services, or
NissanConnect® Services, information
system features are included through a
subscription service which requires
owner consent to activate. The sub-
scription must be active to use these
features.
•
NissanConnect® EV & Services, or
NissanConnect® Services, communica-
tions may be received at a verified e-mail
address or by SMS/text messaging-
enabled mobile phone.
• Standard text rates and/or data usage
may apply depending on your carrier.
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CHARGING STATUS INDICATOR
LIGHTS
The charging status indicator lights (1) to (3)
display the charging status, and are visible
from both inside and outside the vehicle.When the normal charge connector lock
is unlocked
All of the indicator lights, (1) to (3), will flash
and a beep will sound three times when
the normal charge connector lock switch
on the Intelligent Key or the charge port lid
switch is pushed.
When the normal charge connector is
connected incorrectly
All of the indicator lights, (1) to (3), will flash
and a beep will sound three times within
30 seconds when the charge connector is
connected incorrectly to the normal
charge port.Ready for charging timer
If the charging timer is set, the indicator
lights illuminate in order from (1) to (3). The
indicator lights turn off af ter approximately
5 minutes.
CHARGING RELATED INDICATOR
LIGHTS
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Ready for immediate charge
When the power switch is off and if the
immediate charge switch is pushed while
the charge cable is not connected, the in-
dicator light (2) illuminates.
This indicator light (2) illuminates when the
vehicle is ready for immediate charge. You
have 15 minutes to connect the charge
connector to the vehicle. If the charge con-
nector is not connected within 15 minutes,
the indicator light (2) turns off and you
must start the immediate charge mode
again to charge the Li-ion battery.When charging
When the Li-ion battery is being charged,
the charging status indicator lights will
change depending on the amount the Li-
ion battery is charged.
*: This value is also displayed by the battery
available charge gauge on the vehicle in-
formation display.
When fully charged
All of the indicator lights (1) to (3) illuminate
when the Li-ion battery is fully charged to
the selected charging mode level.
The indicator lights turn off af ter approxi-
mately 5 minutes or when the charge con-
nector is removed.
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When the indicator light (3) flashes
The indicator light (3) flashes when the 12-
volt battery is being charged. For additional
information, refer to “Charging the 12-volt
battery” in the “EV overview” section of this
manual.The indicator light will also flash for up to
5 minutes if the electrical power from the
EVSE or charging device is interrupted dur-
ing charging. Charging will restart auto-
matically when the electrical power from
the EVSE or charging device is restored if
the normal charge connector is con-
nected. The charge start beep will not
sound when charging restarts.
The indicator will also flash when the fol-
lowing systems are operating:
• Climate Ctrl. Timer
• Remote climate control (if so equipped)
• Li-ion battery warmer (if so equipped)
When not charging
None of the lights are illuminated when the
Li-ion battery and 12-volt battery are not
charging.
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EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY
EQUIPMENT) CONTROL BOX
INDICATOR LIGHT
When a charge is being performed, the
charging status is shown by the indicator
light that is on the EVSE control box.
An indicator light also indicates if there is
an EVSE malfunction.
Meaning Light ON BlinkingLight
OFF
Symbol 

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READY POWER or CHARGE: FAULT Status and action to be taken  All LED lamps will light for a 1/2 second check when EVSE is first connected to an outlet.
  Af ter initial processing is completed, when the EVSE is not connected to the vehicle, or the EVSE
is connected to the vehicle but charging is not being performed. For additional information, refer
to “Charging troubleshooting guide” in this section.
 While the Li-ion battery is being charged
  If the EVSE control box indicator light does not illuminate af ter connecting the plug to the outlet,
check the GFCI and circuit breaker for the outlet. If either the GFCI or breaker has tripped, the cir-
cuit may not be suitable for use with EVSE. You should have a qualified electrician inspect and
repair the electrical circuit. If the GFCI breaker is not tripped, stop using the EVSE. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

 The EVSE could not detect sufficient grounding at outlet for reliable EV charging. Consult a quali-
fied electrician to have the outlet checked.


When the temperature of the electrical plug is too hot or the EVSE is unable to detect the tem-
perature of the electrical plug.
The EVSE is restricting the charging current for safety according to the temperature of the elec-
trical plug.
POWER or CHARGE Lamp status:
 = No charging current restricted.

= Charge current restricted
 = Charge stopped
This problem may be caused by a failure in the outlet.
Stop using the outlet and consult a qualified electrician.
If the same indication continues af ter checking an outlet, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.  
 

 

  

 L1&L2EVSEonly
The temperature detection circuit in the plug of the EVSE is malfunctioning.
Power Lamp status:

= Charge current reduced
 = Charge stopped
Since the EVSE is restricting the charging current, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer.
  
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READY POWER or CHARGE: FAULT Status and action to be taken 
or
  This trouble is caused by a malfunction of the EVSE internal circuits.
Stop using the EVSE immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer.

  ForL1&L2EVSE:
This trouble may be caused by a miswired outlet. Check if the outlet, which the EVSE is con-
nected to, is correctly wired and installed according to the regulations/standards. If the same
indication continues af ter checking the outlet wiring, the EVSE may have a malfunction. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
ForL1EVSE:
The EVSE may have a malfunction. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer.
 

The EVSE detected leakage current or PWM signal error
Stop using the EVSE immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer.
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SymptomPossible cause Possible solution
All types of charging
cannot be performed. The vehicle power switch is in the ON posi-
tion.
Before charging, place the vehicle power switch in the OFF position.
Both the normal charge connector and the
quick charge connector (if so equipped) are
connected at the same time. The normal charge connector and the quick charge connector cannot be connected at
the same time.
The Li-ion battery is already fully charged. Confirm the available Li-ion battery capacity remaining by checking the Li-ion battery
available charge gauge. If the Li-ion battery charge gauge reaches 100%, the Li-ion battery
is already fully charged and cannot be charged. Charging automatically turns off if the
Li-ion battery is fully charged.
The temperature of the Li-ion battery is too
hot or cold to charge. Confirm the Li-ion battery temperature by checking the Li-ion battery temperature gauge.
If the gauge indicates the Li-ion battery is too hot (red zone) or too cold (blue zone),
charging is not possible. Allow the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charging. For
additional information, refer to “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” in the “Instruments and
controls” section of this manual.
The 12-volt battery is discharged. If the vehicle electrical systems cannot be turned on even when the power switch is turned
on, the 12V battery may be discharged. Charge or replace the 12V battery.
The vehicle has a malfunction. The vehicle may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning light on the meter is illumi-
nated. If a warning is displayed, stop charging. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer.
CHARGING TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
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SymptomPossible cause Possible solution
Normal charge or trickle
charge cannot be per- formed. There is no electrical power coming from
the outlet.
Confirm that there has not been a power failure. Make sure the breaker is on. If an outlet
with a timer device installed is used, power will only be available at the time set by the
timer.
The EVSE or charging device may have a
malfunction. If Genuine NISSAN EVSE is used, refer to the “Charging Troubleshooting” section in the
manual for the device.
The charge connector is not connected
correctly. Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.
Plug might not be connected correctly. Confirm if the plug is connected correctly.
There is no electric power coming from the
normal charging station. Confirm operation procedure of charging station.
The outlet (that the EVSE is connected to) is
not connected to the power source cor-
rectly. Confirm the condition according to the illumination pattern of the indicator light on the
EVSE. For additional information, refer to "EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) control
box indicator light" earlier in this section.
Immediate charge can- not be performed. Charging timer has been set. Turn off the charging timer. For additional information, refer to “Charging timer” in this
section.
Charging timer cannot be performed. The charge cable is not connected. Connect the charge cable.
The time on the clock is wrong.
The charging timer function does not start charging based on the clock located on the
vehicle information display. Adjust the clock. For additional information, refer to “Clock” in
the “Instruments and controls” section of this manual. If the 12-volt battery is discharged
or if the Li-ion battery is disconnected, the time setting must be updated.
The immediate charge switch has been
pushed. Charging timer does not operate when immediate charge is selected.
Charging timer has not been set. Set the charging timer schedule. For additional information, refer to “Charging timer” in
this section.
Charging does not start because the
charging timer start time and end time are
set and the current time is before the set
start time. Confirm when the charging timer time is set to start charging. Change the charging timer
setting to the desired charge time or push the immediate charge switch. For additional
information, refer to “Charging timer” in this section.
The charge cable is not connected. Connect the charge cable beforehand.
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SymptomPossible cause Possible solution
Normal charge stops in
the middle of charging. There is no power coming from the outlet. There may have been an electrical power failure, or the breaker may have failed. Charg-
ing will resume when the power source is reset.
The charge cable has been disconnected. Check that the charge cable has not been disconnected.
Both the normal charge connector and the
quick charge connector were connected at
the same time. If the normal charge connector and the quick charge connector are connected at the
same time, charging will be stopped.
Charging timer end time has been
reached. When the charging timer is set and the charge end time is reached, charging will be
stopped, even if the Li-ion battery is not fully charged.
The temperature of the Li-ion battery is too
hot or too cold to charge. Confirm the Li-ion battery temperature by checking the Li-ion battery temperature
gauge. If the gauge indicates the Li-ion battery is too hot (red zone) or too cold (blue
zone), charging is not possible. Allow the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charg-
ing. For additional information, refer to “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this manual.
The electric power supply from the normal
charging station was stopped. Confirm operation procedure of charging station.
Quick charge cannot be performed. Incorrect charge connector connection, not
fully inserted or may not be locked.
Check that the charge connector is connected correctly and that it is locked.
The self-diagnostic function of the quick
charge device returns a negative result. There is a possibility that the vehicle has a malfunction. Stop charging. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.
The power switch of the quick charger is off. Check the power switch of the quick charger.
Quick charge stops in the middle of charging. Charging is stopped by the quick charge
timer.
Charging will stop depending on the timer function setting of the quick charge device.
If you need to charge the Li-ion battery more, start the charging procedure again.
The power supply for the quick charger is off. Check whether the power supply for the quick charger is off.
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