warning NISSAN LEAF 2021 Owner´s Manual

Vehicle Immobilizer System keys that you
have to the NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for
registration. This is because the registra-
tion process will erase the memory of all
key codes previously registered into the
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System. Af ter
the registration process, these compo-
nents will only recognize keys coded into
the NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System
during registration. Any key that is not
given to the dealer at the time of registra-
tion will no longer be able to start your
vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not allow the immobilizer system
key, which contains an electrical tran-
sponder, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect sys-
tem function. When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be
opened using the inside or outside door
handles. The doors must be unlocked to
open the doors.
WARNING
• Always have the doors locked while
driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from uninten-
tionally opening the doors, and will
help keep out intruders.
• Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic. •
To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, including
entrapment in windows or inadver-
tent door lock activation, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly be-
come high enough to cause a signifi-
cant risk of injury or death to people
and pets.
DOORS
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WARNING
• Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
• The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pressed.
The FAA advises the radio waves may
affect aircraf t navigation and com-
munication systems. Do not operate
the Intelligent Key while on an air-
plane. Make sure the buttons are not
operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored for a flight.
• Never leave the Intelligent Key in the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key system can operate all
the door locks using the remote control
function or pushing the request switch on
the vehicle without taking the key out from
a pocket or purse. The operating environ-
ment and/or conditions may affect the In-
telligent Key system operation.
Be sure to read the following before using
the Intelligent Key system.CAUTION
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
you when operating the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is capable of receiving
and transmitting radio waves. The Intelli-
gent Key system transmits weak radio
waves from various distances. Environ-
mental conditions may interfere with the
operation of the Intelligent Key system un-
der the following operating conditions:
• When operating near a location where strong radio waves are transmitted, such
as a TV tower, power station and broad-
casting station.
• When in possession of wireless equip- ment, such as a cellular telephone, trans-
ceiver or a CB radio.
• When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or covered by metallic materials.
• When any type of radio wave remote con- trol is used nearby.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed near an electric appliance such as a personal
computer.
• When the vehicle is parked near a parking meter. In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key func-
tion or use the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies de-
pending on the operating conditions, the
battery’s life is approximately two years. If
the battery is discharged, replace it with a
new one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, the
“Key Battery Low” indicator illuminates in
the vehicle information display. For addi-
tional information, see “Key Battery Low”
(P. 2-34).
Since the Intelligent Key is capable of re-
ceiving radio waves, if the key is lef t near
equipment which transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV and per-
sonal computer, the battery life may be-
come shorter.
For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key® battery replacement” (P. 8-19).
Pay special attention that the vehicle bat-
tery is not completely discharged.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY® SYSTEM
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Locking doors
1. Place the power switch in the OFF posi-tion and make sure you carry the Intelli-
gent Key with you.
2. Close all doors.
3. Push any door handle request switch
OA
or rear hatch request switchOBwhile
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
4. All doors will lock.
5. The hazard indicator lights may flash twice and the outside chime may sound
twice.
NOTE:
• Request switches for all doors andhatch can be deactivated when the Ext.
Door Switch feature is switched to OFF
using the “Settings” menu on the ve-
hicle information display. For addi-
tional information, see “Settings”
(P. 2-27).
• Doors do not lock by pushing the door handle request switch while the driv-
er’s door is open. However, the driver’s
door locks with the mechanical key
even if any door is open. • Doors do not lock with the door handle
request switch with the Intelligent Key
inside the vehicle and a beep sounds to
warn you. However, when an Intelligent
Key is inside the vehicle, doors can be
locked with another Intelligent Key.
WARNING
Af ter locking the doors using the re-
quest switch, make sure that the doors
have been securely locked by operat-
ing the door handles. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in inad-
vertently unlocking the door, which
may decrease the safety and security
of your vehicle.
CAUTION
• When locking the doors using the re-
quest switch, make sure to have the
Intelligent Key in your possession
before operating the request switch.
• The request switch is operational
only when the Intelligent Key has
been detected by the Intelligent Key
system.
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Using the interior lights
The interior lights illuminate for a period of
time when a door is unlocked and the
room light switch is in the DOOR position.
The lights can be turned off without waiting
by performing one of the following
operations:
• Placing the power switch in the ONposition.
• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the room light switch to the “OFF” position.
For additional information, see “Interior
lights” (P. 2-68).
Opening rear hatch
1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the rear hatch opener switch
OC.
3. The rear hatch will unlock and open.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION
The remote keyless entry function can op-
erate all door locks using the remote key-
less function of the Intelligent Key. The re-
mote keyless function can operate at a
distance of 33 f t (10 m) away from the ve-
hicle. The operating distance depends
upon the conditions around the vehicle. The remote keyless entry function will not
function under the following conditions:
• When the Intelligent Key is not within the
operational range.
• When the doors or the hatch are open or not closed securely.
• When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged.
WARNING
• Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
• The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pressed.
The FAA advises that the radio waves
may affect aircraf t navigation and
communications systems. Do not
operate the Intelligent Key while on
an airplane. Make sure the buttons
are not operated unintentionally
when the unit is stored during a
flight.
LPD3111
1.(lock) button
2.
(unlock) button
3.
(charge port lid) button
4.
(panic) button
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CAUTION
• Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with wa-
ter or salt water. This could affect the
system function.
• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
• Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.
• Do not change or modif y the Intelli-
gent Key.
• Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).
• Do not attach the Intelligent Key with
a key holder that contains a magnet.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment,
personal computers or cellular
phone.
• When locking the doors using the In-
telligent Key, be sure not to leave the
key in the vehicle.Locking doors
1. Place the power switch in the LOCK position.
2. Close all doors.
3. Press the
button on the Intelli-
gent Key.
4. The hazard indicator lights flash twice and the horn beeps once.
5. All doors and the rear hatch will be locked.
WARNING
Af ter locking the doors using the Intel-
ligent Key, be sure that the doors have
been securely locked by operating the
door handles. Failure to follow these in-
structions may result in inadvertently
unlocking the doors, which may de-
crease the safety and security of your
vehicle.
Unlocking doors
1. Press thebutton on the Intelligent
Key to unlock the driver’s door.
2. The hazard indicator lights flash once.
3.
Press thebutton again within 1 min-
ute to unlock all doors and rear hatch.
All doors and rear hatch will be locked au-
tomatically unless one of the following op-
erations is performed within 1 minute af ter
pressing the
button:
• Opening any doors or rear hatch.
• Pushing the power switch.
Using the interior lights
The interior lights illuminate for a period of
time when a door is unlocked and the
room light switch is in the DOOR position.
The lights can be turned off without waiting
by performing one of the following
operations:
• Placing the power switch in the ON position.
• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the room light switch to the “OFF” position.
For additional information, see “Interior
lights” (P. 2-68).
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Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn
(chime) operation, press the
andbuttons on the Intelligent Key simulta-
neously for more than two seconds.
• When the hazard indicator mode is set, the hazard indicator flashes three times.
• When the hazard indicator and horn mode is set, the hazard indicator flashes
once and the horn chirps once.
12-VOLT BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all the following conditions are met
for a period of time, the battery saver sys-
tem will cut off the power supply to prevent
12-volt battery discharge.
• The power switch is in the ACC or ONposition,
• All doors are closed, and
• The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of
the Intelligent Key or to help prevent the
vehicle from being stolen, a chime or
buzzer sounds from inside and outside the
vehicle and a warning is displayed in the
instrument panel.
When a chime or beep sounds or a warning
is displayed, be sure to check the vehicle
and the Intelligent Key.
For additional information, see “Trouble-
shooting guide” (P. 3-16) and “Vehicle infor-
mation display warnings and indicator”
(P. 2-34 ).
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verif y the location of all Intelligent Keys that
are programmed for the vehicle. If another
Intelligent Key is in range or inside the ve-
hicle, the vehicle system may respond dif-
ferently than expected.
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SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When opening the driver’s door
to get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds continu-
ously. The power switch is pushed to the OFF
position while the driver's door is open.
Close the driver's door.
The power switch is in the ACC posi-
tion. Push the power switch to the OFF posi-
tion then close the driver's door.
When closing the door af ter
getting out of the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds
three times and the inside warning chime
sounds for a few seconds.
The power switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Push the power switch to the OFF posi-
tion.
The Rear Door Alert warning message ap-
pears on the display, the horn sounds three
times twice, or a Check Rear Seat for All Ar-
ticles warning appears on the display. The Rear Door Alert is activated.
Check the back seat for all articles, press
the OK button to clear the Rear Door Alert
warning message.
The outside chime sounds continuously. The power switch is in the ACC or OFF
position, the electric shif t control sys-
tem has malfunctioned and the ve-
hicle 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
inside lock knob turned to
LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few sec-
onds 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
button on
the Intelligent Key to lock the
door The outside chime sounds for a few sec-
onds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle
or a cargo area.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the power
switch in the READY to drive
position The EV system operation for discharged
Intelligent Key system indicator appears on
the display.
The Intelligent Key battery charge is
low.
For additional information, see “NISSAN
Intelligent Key® battery discharge” (P. 8-19).
The No Key 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 Key System Error indicator appears on
the display. It warns of a malfunction with the In-
telligent Key system.It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer.
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1. Securely close the charge port lid.
2. Pull the hood lock release handle
O1lo-
cated below the driver’s side instrument
panel until the hood springs up slightly.
3. Locate the lever
O2between the hood
and the charge port lid, and push the
lever upward with your fingertips.
4. Raise the hood
O3.
5. Remove the support rod
O4from under
the hood and insert it into the slot
O5. Hold the coated parts when removing or
resetting the support rod
OA. Avoid di-
rect contact with the metal parts, as they
may be hot immediately af ter the engine
has been stopped.
When closing the hood, return the support
rod to its original position, lower the hood
to approximately 8 in (20 cm) above the
latch and release it. This allows proper en-
gagement of the hood latch.
WARNING
• Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the hood
to fly open and result in an accident.
• If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
LPD2691
HOOD
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To open the rear hatch, unlock it and push
the rear hatch opener switch
OA. Pull up the
rear hatch to open.
The rear hatch can be unlocked by:
• Pushing the power door lock switch to the unlock position.
• Pushing the rear hatch request switch.
• Pressing the
button on the Intelli-
gent Key.
For additional information, see “NISSAN In-
telligent Key® system” (P. 3-7).
WARNING
• Always make sure that the rear hatch
has been closed securely to prevent
it from opening while driving.
• Do not drive with the rear hatch open.
• Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the rear hatch.
SECONDARY REAR HATCH
RELEASE
Follow the following steps to unlock the
rear hatch when the battery is discharged.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer as soon as
possible for inspection.
Unlocking the rear hatch:
LPD2692LPD2782
REAR HATCH
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CHARGE PORT CAP
When opening the charge port cap, press
the tab inward and the cap will spring open.
When the charge port cap is closed to its
previous position, it will lock automatically.
CAUTION
• When charging is finished, be sure to
close the charge port cap. If water or
dust gets inside the charge port, this
may cause a malfunction.
• Pay particular attention when using
the normal charge port as the charge
port lid can be closed even when the
normal charge port cap is open.
• Close the quick charge port cap (if so
equipped) before closing the charg-
ing lid. The quick charge port cap (if
so equipped) can be damaged if it is
open when closing the charge port
lid.WARNING
• Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving. You could lose control
of your vehicle and cause an
accident.
• Do not adjust the steering wheel any
closer to you than is necessary for
proper steering operation and com-
fort. The driver's air bag inflates with
great force. If you are unrestrained,
leaning forward, sitting sideways or
out of position in any way, you are at
greater risk of injury or death in a
crash. You may also receive serious
or fatal injuries from the air bag if you
are up against it when it inflates. Al-
ways sit back against the seatback
and as far away as practical from the
steering wheel. Always use the seat
belts.
LPD2704
STEERING WHEEL
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