power steering NISSAN LEAF 2019 Owner´s Manual

The “Low Tire Pressure — Add Air” warning
appears each time the power switch is
placed in the ON position as long as the low
tire pressure warning light remains illumi-
nated.
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle
information display” in this section, “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the
“Starting and driving” section and “In case
of emergency” section of this manual.
TPMS malfunction
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the
low tire pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute when the power
switch is placed in the ON position. The
light will remain on af ter the 1 minute. Have
the system checked. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer
for this service. The “Low Tire Pressure —
Add Air” warning does not appear if the low
tire pressure warning light illuminates to
indicate a TPMS malfunction.
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle
information display” in this section and
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
WARNING
• Radio waves could adversely affect electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should con-
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
• If the light does not illuminate when the power switch is placed in the ON
position, have the vehicle checked. It
is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon
as possible for this service.
• If the light illuminates while driving, avoid sudden steering maneuvers
or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle
speed, pull off the road to a safe lo-
cation and stop the vehicle as soon
as possible. Driving with under-
inflated tires may permanently
damage the tires and increase the
likelihood of tire failure. Serious ve-
hicle damage could occur and may
lead to an accident and could result
in serious personal injury or death.
Check the tire pressure for all four
tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the
recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation label to turn the low tire
pressure warning light OFF. If the
light still illuminates while driving
af ter adjusting the tire pressure, a
tire may be flat or the TPMS may be
malfunctioning. If you have a flat
tire, replace it with a replacement
tire as soon as possible. If no tire is
flat and all tires are properly inflated,
have the vehicle checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for this service.
• When replacing a wheel without the TPMS such as a spare tire, the TPMS
will not function and the low tire
pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute. The light
will remain on af ter 1 minute. Have
the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer as soon as pos-
sible for tire replacement and/or
system resetting.
• Replacing tires with those not origi- nally specified by NISSAN could af-
fect the proper operation of the
TPMS.
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CAUTION
• The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular tire pressure check. Be sure
to check the tire pressure regularly.
• If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of less than 16 mph
(25 km/h), the TPMS may not oper-
ate correctly.
• Be sure to install the specified size of tires to the four wheels correctly.
Master warning light
(red/yellow)
There are two types of master warning
lights: yellow and red. These lights illumi-
nate if any warning lights or indicator lights
are illuminated or if various vehicle infor-
mation warnings appear in the vehicle in-
formation display.
Yellow master warning light
This light illuminates when a yellow warn-
ing light within the vehicle information dis-
play is illuminated or when a message is
displayed on the vehicle information dis-
play. Red master warning light
This light illuminates when a red warning
light within the vehicle information display
is illuminated or when a warning is dis-
played on the vehicle information display.
Power steering warning
light
When the power switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the electric power steering warning
light illuminates and turns off when the
power switch is placed in the READY to
drive position. This indicates the electric
power steering system is operational.
If the electric power steering warning light
illuminates while the READY to drive indica-
tor light is ON, it may indicate the electric
power steering system is not functioning
properly and may need servicing. Have the
electric power steering system checked. It
is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for this service.
When the electric power steering warning
light illuminates while the READY to drive
indicator is ON, the power assist to the
steering will cease operation but you will
still have control of the vehicle. At this time,greater steering efforts are required to
operate the steering wheel, especially in
sharp turns and at low speeds.
For additional information, refer to “Power
steering system” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
Seat belt warning light
The light and chime remind you to fasten
your seat belts. The light illuminates when-
ever the power switch is placed in the ON
position, and will remain illuminated until
the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the
same time, the chime will sound for ap-
proximately 6 seconds unless the driver’s
seat belt is securely fastened.
The seat belt warning light for the front
passenger will illuminate if the seat belt is
not fastened when the front passenger’s
seat is occupied. The front passenger seat
belt warning light does not activate until
5 seconds af ter the power switch is in the
ON position.
For additional information, refer to “Seat belts”
in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system” section of this
manual for precautions on seat belt usage.
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1. Push brake and power switch to drive
2. No Key Detected
3. Key Battery Low
4. EV system operation for discharged In-telligent Key system indicator
5. Door open
6. Low battery charge indicator
7. Driver alert
8. Low outside air temperature
9. Low Washer Fluid (if so equipped)
10. Reminder Turn OFF Headlights
11. Tire Pressure Low — Add Air
12. Cruise control indicator (if so equipped)
13. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) indica- tors (if so equipped)
14. Shif t to Park
15. Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
16. Release Parking Brake
17.
ProPILOT Assist indicator (if so equipped)
18. Not Available Seat Belt Not Fastened (if so equipped)
19. Malfunction: See Owner’s Manual
20. Indicators for maintenance
21.
Steering Assist indicator (if so equipped)
22. Steering Assist warning (if so equipped)
23. Not Available Front Radar Blocked (if so equipped)
24. Not Available Visibility is Impaired (if so equipped)
25. Driver Attention Alert Take a Break? (if so equipped)
26. Driver Attention Alert System Fault (if so equipped)
27. Unavailable High Cabin Temperature (if so equipped)
28. Not Available Parking Brake On (if so equipped)
29. Not Available Poor Road Conditions (if so equipped)
30. Currently not available (if so equipped)
31. Press Brake Pedal (if so equipped)
32. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)/ Intelligent Lane Intervention (I-LI) indi-
cator (if so equipped)
33. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)/ Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
with Pedestrian Detection indicator
(if so equipped) 34. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
35. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator (if so
equipped)
36. Headlight System Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
37. When Parked Apply Parking Brake
38. T/M system malfunction Visit dealer
39. Check position of shif t lever
40. Chassis control system error: See Owner’s Manual
41. Press brake pedal to operate e-Pedal switch
42.
Rear Door Alert is activated (if so
equipped)
43. Check Rear Seat For All Articles (if so equipped)
44. e-Pedal system failure! Press brake pedal to slow or stop (if so equipped)
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When Parked Apply Parking Brake
This warning appears if there is a malfunc-
tion in the electric shif t control system. This
warning appears when the parking brake is
not applied, even af ter the vehicle has been
parked. The master warning light (red) also
illuminates and the chime sounds.
If the power switch cannot be placed in the
OFF position, apply the parking brake and
then place the power switch in the OFF
position. The warning turns off and the
chime stops.
If this warning appears, have your system
checked. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this service.
T/M system malfunction Visit
dealer
This warning appears if there is a malfunc-
tion in the electric shif t control system but
operation of the electric shif t control is still
possible. The master warning light (yellow)
also illuminates and the chime sounds.
When this occurs, check the shif t position
indicator by the shif t lever or in the vehicle
information display to make sure that
shif ting has been performed properly. It isrecommended that you contact a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer as soon as possible.
Check position of shif t lever
This warning appears if the system cannot
detect the shif t position. Make sure the ve-
hicle is placed in a position properly.
The master warning light (yellow) also illu-
minates and the chime sounds. Check the
shif t position of the vehicle.
Chassis Control System Error: See
Owner’s Manual
This warning appears if the chassis control
is not functioning properly. Have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for this
service. For additional information, refer to
“Chassis control” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
Press brake pedal to operate
e-Pedal switch
This indicator appears when trying to turn
the e-Pedal off without depressing the
brake pedal when the vehicle is stopped.
Depress the brake pedal before pulling the
e-Pedal switch.
Rear Door Alert is activated (if so
equipped)
When the system is enabled, this message
appears when the Rear Door Alert system
is active and can remind the driver to check
the back seat.
• Using the steering wheel switch, a driver
can select “Dismiss Message” to clear the
display for a period of time. If no selection
is made, this message automatically
turns off af ter a period of time.
• Using the steering wheel switch, a driver can select “Disable Alert” to disable the
horn alert for the remainder of the current
trip.
WARNING
Selecting “Dismiss Message” during a
stop within a trip temporarily dis-
misses the message for that stop with-
out turning the system off. Alerts can
be provided for other stops during the
trip. Selecting “Disable Alert” turns off
the Rear Door Alert system for the re-
mainder of a trip and no audible alert
will be provided.
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The heated steering wheel system is de-
signed to operate only when the surface
temperature of the steering wheel is below
approximately 68°F (20°C).
Push the heated steering wheel switch to
warm the steering wheel when the power
switch is in the ACC or ON position. The indi-
cator light
1on the switch will illuminate.
If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is below approximately 68°F (20°C),
the system will heat the steering wheel and
cycle off and on to maintain a temperature
above 68°F (20°C). The indicator light will
remain on as long as the system is on. Push the switch again to turn the heated
steering wheel system off manually. The
indicator light turns off.
NOTE:
•
If the surface temperature of the steer-
ing wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when the
switch is turned on, the system will not
heat the steering wheel. This is not a
malfunction.
• If the outside temperature is low (ap-
proximately 50°F (10°C) or less) and the
Climate Control Timer or Remote Cli-
mate Control are used, the steering
wheel heater will automatically operate
in the following conditions.
– When using the Climate Control Timer: Operates from approximately
15 minutes before the set departure
time until the set departure time.
– When using Remote Climate Control: Operates 15 minutes af ter Remote
Climate Control starts.
• The heated steering wheel consumes
less power than the heater and can be
used to either help extend vehicle range
by reducing heater use or to maximize
comfort by supplementing the heater. The E-call (SOS) system button is used in
combination with a NissanConnect® (for
Leaf ) Services subscription to call for assis-
tance in case of an emergency.
Pressing the button will (with a paid sub-
scription) reach a Response Specialist that
will provide assistance based on the situa-
tion described by the vehicle’s occupant. For
additional information, or to enroll your ve-
hicle, refer to www.NissanUSA.com/connect
or call 855–426–6628.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL SWITCH
(IF SO EQUIPPED)
E-CALL (SOS) BUTTON (IF SO
EQUIPPED)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ..............................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® ................3-3
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys . . . .3-3
Doors ............................ .3-4
Locking with key (driver’s side only) ........3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ............3-5
Locking with power door lock switch .......3-5
Automatic door locks ................ .3-6
Child safety rear door lock ..............3-6
NISSAN Intelligent Key® system .............3-6
NISSAN Intelligent Key® operating range of
the door lock/unlock function ...........3-8
Door locks/unlocks precaution ...........3-9
NISSAN Intelligent Key® operation ........3-10
12-volt battery saver system ............3-11
Warning signals ................... .3-12
Troubleshooting guide ................3-12 How to use remote keyless entry function . . .3-14
Hood ............................ .3-17
Rear hatch ......................... .3-18
Secondary rear hatch release ...........3-19
Charge port lid .......................3-20
Opening charge port lid ...............3-20
Charge port cap ................... .3-22
Steering wheel .......................3-23
Tilt operation ......................3-23
Sun visors ......................... .3-23
Vanity mirror ......................3-24
Mirrors ........................... .3-24
Inside rearview mirror ................3-24
Manual anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ................... .3-25
Automatic anti-glare type (if so equipped). . .3-25
Outside mirrors ................... .3-26

Backing up behind a projecting
object
The positionCis shown farther than the
position
Bin the display. However, the po-
sition
Cis actually at the same distance as the position
A. The vehicle may hit the
object when backing up to the position
A
if the object projects over the actual back-
ing up course.
HOW TO PARK WITH PREDICTIVE
COURSE LINES (IF SO EQUIPPED)
WARNING
• If the tires are replaced with differ- ent sized tires, the predictive course
lines may be displayed incorrectly.
• On a snow-covered or slippery road, there may be a difference between
the predictive course line and the
actual course line.
• If the battery is disconnected or be- comes discharged, the predictive
course lines may be displayed incor-
rectly. If this occurs, please perform
the following procedures:
- Turn the steering wheel from lock
to lock while the EV (electric vehicle)
system is running.
- Drive the vehicle on a straight road
for more than 5 minutes. • When the steering wheel is turned
with the power switch in the ACC po-
sition, the predictive course lines
may be displayed incorrectly.
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Backing up near a projecting
object
The predictive course lines (if so equipped)
Ado not touch the object in the display.
However, the vehicle may hit the object if it
projects over the actual backing up course.
Backing up behind a projecting
object
The positionCis shown farther than the
position
Bin the display. However, the po-
sition
Cis actually at the same distance as
the position
A. The vehicle may hit the object when backing up to the position
A
if the object projects over the actual back-
ing up course.
HOW TO PARK WITH PREDICTIVE
COURSE LINES
WARNING
• If the tires are replaced with differ- ent sized tires, the predictive course
lines may be displayed incorrectly.
• On a snow-covered or slippery road, there may be a difference between
the predictive course line and the
actual course line.
• If the battery is disconnected or be- comes discharged, the predictive
course lines may be displayed incor-
rectly. If this occurs, please perform
the following procedures:
- Turn the steering wheel from lock
to lock while the EV (electric vehicle)
system is running.
- Drive the vehicle on a straight road
for more than 5 minutes.
• When the steering wheel is turned with the power switch in the ACC po-
sition, the predictive course lines
may be displayed incorrectly.
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9. Push thebutton to set Climate
Temperature and then push the OK
button.
10. * Push the
button to select
"Days" and then push the OK button.
The current day of the week is dis-
played with an underline.
Push the
button to select the
days of the week you wish to activate
the Climate Control system and then
push the OK button. The indicator light
of the selected button will turn on.
11. * Af ter setting the day of the week, push the Back button and return to the pre-
vious screen.
The set day of the week is lit in white.
12. Af ter the setting is complete, place the power switch in the OFF position, and
then connect the charge connector to
the vehicle.
* models with Navigation System Info:
The Climate Ctrl. Timer does not activate if
the charge connector is not connected to
the vehicle. When the “Battery Operation
OK” is turned on and the charging connec-
tor is not connected to the vehicle, the Cli-
mate Ctrl. Timer will activate for 15 minutes.
When the outside temperature is high, the
interior temperature may not reach the set
temperature within the 15 minutes.
Turn "Battery Operation OK" to OFF when it
is not necessary to operate air condition-
ing timer in order to prevent Li-ion battery
from discharging.
For models without Navigation System, the
Climate Ctrl. Timer operates repeatedly ev-
ery day once it is turned on.
Operating tips for using Climate
Ctrl. Timer
• The Climate Ctrl. Timer will only start when
the power switch is in the LOCK/OFF or
ACC position.
• To turn off the Climate Ctrl. Timer function, turn off the “Climate Ctrl. Timer1” and
"Climate Ctrl. Timer2" setting in the video
information display using the
button on the steering wheel. The start
and stop time settings will not be deleted
even if the Climate Ctrl. Timer function is
turned off.
• While the Climate Ctrl. Timer is operating, the Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator and the
charging status indicator lights flash. If the
Climate Ctrl. Timer is set to activate, the
Climate Ctrl. Timer indicator illuminates.*
• If the Climate Ctrl. Timer starts operating while the vehicle is being charged, the
time required for charging will be longer.
• Operating the Climate Ctrl. Timer or re- mote climate control in an environment
where the temperature is low may de-
crease the rate of battery charge.
• Timer setting can also be changed while Climate Ctrl. Timer is operated. When the
power position is switched to OFF, the air
conditioner starts or enters waiting mode
depending on the new timer settings.
• When the difference in temperature be- tween the air conditioner setting tem-
perature and the temperature outside the
vehicle is large, the temperature inside the
vehicle may not be maintained at the set-
ting temperature.
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Turning the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system on/off.................... .5-122
AEB with Pedestrian Detection system
limitations .......................5-123
System temporarily unavailable .........5-125
System malfunction ................5-126
System maintenance ................5-126
Intelligent Forward Collision Warning (I-FCW)
(if so equipped) ......................5-128
I-FCW System operation ..............5-129
Turning the I-FCW system on/off ........5-131
I-FCW system limitations .............5-132
System temporarily unavailable .........5-136
System malfunction ................ .5-137
System maintenance ................5-137
Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA)
(if so equipped) ......................5-139
I-DA system operation ...............5-139
How to enable/disable the I-DA system . . .5-140
I-DA system limitations ..............5-140
ECO Mode .........................5-142
Increasing power economy .............5-142 ECO drive report
.................... .5-143
Parking/parking on hills ................5-144
Power steering system ................5-146
Brake system .......................5-146
Brake precautions ................. .5-146
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .........5-148
Brake Assist ......................5-149
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ......5-150
Chassis control ......................5-152
Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) ..........5-152
Active Ride Control (ARC) .............5-153
Hill start assist system ................ .5-153
Cold weather driving ................. .5-154
Freeing a frozen door lock ............5-155
Antifreeze .......................5-155
12-volt battery ................... .5-155
Dr aining

of coolant water .............5-155
Tire equipment ................... .5-155
Special winter equipment .............5-155
Driving on snow or ice ...............5-156
Freeing a frozen charge port lid .........5-156
Parking brake .................... .5-156