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Charging

Precautions on charging. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-2

Types of charge and how to charge the Li-ion

Charging related remote function (models with

navigation system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-27

Charging related indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-28

Charging status indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . .CH-28

EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)

control box indicator light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-31

Charging troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-33

battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-5

How to normal charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-9

How to trickle charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-11

How to quick charge (if so equipped) . . . . . . .CH-15

Charge connector lock switch . . . . . . . . . . .CH-18

Charging methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-21

Charging timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-21

Immediate charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CH-26

PRECAUTIONS ON CHARGING

WARNING

•

Make sure there is no water or foreign

materials in the charge port, charge

connector or electrical plug, and that

they are not damaged or affected by

rust or corrosion. If any of these condi-

tions are noticeable, do not charge the

Li-ion battery. This may result in a

short circuit or electric shock and

could cause a fire which may result in

serious personal injury or death.

To avoid serious personal injury or

death when the Li-ion battery is charg-

ing, be aware of the following precau-

tions.

– Do not touch the metal contacts of

the charge port, charge connector or

electrical plug.

– Do not touch the vehicle and charger

when there is lightning. A lightning

strike may back feed into the char-

ger causing damage and possible

personal injury or death.

•

Do not plug in or unplug the plug with

wet hands and do not stand in water,

liquid or snow. This may cause an elec-

tric shock which may result in serious

personal injury or death.

Do not disassemble or modify the

charge port or the EVSE (Electric Ve-

hicle Supply Equipment). This may

cause a fire.

If you notice an unusual odor or smoke

coming from the vehicle, stop charging

immediately.

Be careful not to allow your hands,

hair, jewelry or clothing to come into

contact with, or get caught in, the trac-

tion motor cooling fan. The cooling fan

can start at any time during charging.

•

If you use any medical electric devices,

such as an implantable cardiac pace-

maker or an implantable cardiovascu-

lar defibrillator, check with the electric

medical device manufacturer concern-

ing the effects that charging may have

on implanted devices before starting

the charge operation. Charging may

affect the operation.

•

If you have an implantable cardiac

pacemaker or an implantable cardio-

vascular defibrillator, while the Li-ion

battery is charging:

– Do not stay inside the vehicle.

– Do not go inside the vehicle, for ex-

ample to remove or place an item in

the passenger compartment.

– Do not open the rear hatch, for ex-

ample to remove or place an item in

the cargo area.

Charging may affect the operation of

electric medical device and result in

serious personal injury or death.

•

Make sure the charge connector is re-

moved from the charge port before

starting your vehicle. If the charge con-

nector is only partially engaged and

the connector latch is unlocked, it is

possible to place the EV (Electric Ve-

hicle) in the READY to drive position.

CH-2 Charging

•

Do not attempt to perform a jump start

on the 12-volt battery at the same time

that the Li-ion battery is being

charged. Doing so may damage the

vehicle or charging equipment and

could cause an injury. See “Jump start-

ing” in the “In case of emergency” sec-

tion.

•

CAUTION

•

To prevent damage to the charging

equipment:

– Do not close the charge port lid

without closing the cap.

– Do not subject the charging equip-

ment to impact.

– Do not pull or twist the charge cable.

– Do not drag the charge cable.

– Do not store and use charging

equipment in locations where the

temperature is over 185°F (85°C).

– Do not place the charging equip-

ment close to a heater or other heat

source.

Make sure the cap is closed on the

charge port when charging is finished.

If the charge port lid is closed when the

cap is open, water or foreign materials

may enter the charge port.

Trickle charging is performed using the

EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equip-

ment) provided with the vehicle.

NISSAN recommends using an AC 110

- 120 volt, 15A, dedicated electrical cir-

cuit and outlet. The dedicated circuit is

used to help prevent circuit damage or

the circuit breaker from tripping due to

the high draw of charging the Li-ion

battery. If the dedicated circuit is not

used, the circuit may cause adverse

interference on MCB (Moulded Circuit

Board) and household electrical appli-

ances such as televisions and audio

systems. If the circuit is shared, and

another electrical device is being used

at the same time the vehicle is charg-

ing, the breaker may trip. A licensed

professional electrician should install

a dedicated circuit if one is not already

available.

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE

(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)

case securely through the fastener on

the bottom of the luggage board. If the

case suddenly becomes loose, it may

cause serious injury or death.

•

Do not charge when a vehicle body

cover is in use. This may cause damage

to the charge connector.

Charging CH-3

ate the charging timer repeatedly while

the charge connector is connected to the

vehicle after the Li-ion battery charging is

completed. Doing so may discharge the

12-volt battery.

the charge connector to connect may

cause a malfunction.

NOTE:

• When charging the Li-ion battery, place

the power switch in the OFF position.

When the power switch is in the ON posi-

tion, the Li-ion battery will not start charg-

ing.

• If foreign materials have entered the

charge connector and charge port and it is

not possible to connect it, do not attempt

to force the connection. Contact a NISSAN

certified LEAF dealer. Forcing the charge

connector to connect may cause damage

to the charging equipment and vehicle.

• The power switch can be set to ON posi-

tion and the climate control and naviga-

tion system (models with navigation sys-

tem) can be used while the Li-ion battery

is charging. However, because these op-

erations consume Li-ion battery power, it

will take longer for the Li-ion battery to

become fully charged. Place the power

switch in the OFF position to help reduce

Li-ion battery charge time.

• If the charger is connected to the vehicle

when it is in the READY to drive position,

the power switch automatically changes

to the ON position. Place the power switch

in the OFF position to begin charging.

• There is a hole on the charge port for

water drainage. If the water drainage hole

becomes blocked, or if water gets trapped

inside the charge port, do not charge.

Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

• For your safety, if the charger is connected

to the vehicle while the power switch is in

the READY to drive position, the vehicle

will automatically switch to the ON posi-

tion. Because charging will not be started

while the power switch is in this position,

be sure to place the power switch in the

OFF position.

• If electrical power is interrupted while

charging, charging restarts automatically

when the electrical power is restored.

• It is recommended to keep the charge

cable connected to save Li-ion battery

power, when the heater and air condi-

tioner are operating with remote opera-

tion (models with navigation system).

• When the ambient temperature is 32°F

(0°C) or less, charging time may be longer

than normal and the level to which the

Li-ion battery can be charged may be less

than at higher temperatures.

• If the charge port is frozen, melt the ice

using a hair dryer. After the ice has

melted, charge the Li-ion battery. Forcing

• If the vehicle will not be used for an ex-

tended period of time, charge the Li-ion

battery once every 3 months. Do not oper-

CH-4 Charging

TYPES OF CHARGE AND HOW TO

CHARGE THE LI-ION BATTERY

Charging CH-5

CH-6 Charging

This vehicle is an electric vehicle and it requires

electricity to operate. The Li-ion battery is the only

source of power to operate the vehicle. It is

important to conserve power and plan your

charging needs when you drive to avoid com-

pletely discharging the Li-ion battery and being

unable to drive.

cated 220V/240V circuit in your home. NISSAN

recommends the installation of a home charging

dock by a licensed professional electrician.

NISSAN has contracted with a company to assist

you in purchasing and installing a charger. Con-

tact your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

See “How to trickle charge” in this section.

Quick charge (if so equipped)

Quick charge capability is only available on ve-

hicles manufactured with the quick charge op-

tion, which includes the quick charge port. If your

vehicle does not have such a port, quick charging

cannot be used.

It takes approximately 4–7 hours (depending on

the charger) in order to charge the Li-ion battery

from discharged (low battery charge warning

light illuminated) to charged.

There are three methods available to charge the

Li-ion battery;

A vehicle equipped with a quick charge port is

compatible with most CHAdeMO (Japanese in-

dustry standard) connectors on charging sta-

tions. Charging stations using this standard are

UL certified and safe to use in the US. While

supported by NISSAN, this connector may not

become the US SAE standard.

• Normal charge

• Trickle charge

See “How to normal charge” in this section.

• Quick charge (if so equipped)

Trickle charge

The time to completely charge the vehicle Li-ion

battery varies, based on the state of charge of the

Li-ion battery, condition and age of the Li-ion

battery, ambient temperature and condition of the

power source connected to the vehicle. The

charging times provided in this manual are esti-

mates only and may vary.

Trickle charging is not recommended for regular

use. Trickle charge can be used when it is nec-

essary to perform an emergency charge at a

destination such as a friend’s house.

Quick charging is possible (even several times a

day) if the battery temperature is not near the red

zone. If the battery temperature reaches the red

zone, in order to protect the battery, quick charg-

ing is not allowed and the power limitation mode

will be triggered.

Trickle charge uses the EVSE (Electric Vehicle

Supply Equipment) or an SAE J1772 compliant

cord set to connect the vehicle to an AC 110 -

120 volt, 15A dedicated outlet. The outlet should

be protected by a dedicated circuit breaker or

fuse to avoid overloading the circuit or other

electrical hazard.

Normal charge

Public charging:

NISSAN recommends using normal charging for

usual charging of the vehicle. Use of quick charge

should be minimized in order to help prolong

Li-ion battery life.

This vehicle is compatible with any public charg-

ing station that is SAE J1772 compliant. If you

attempt to charge from a non-compliant charging

station, you may not receive a complete charge,

or you may not be able to charge at all due to

It takes approximately 21 hours to charge the

Li-ion battery from discharged (low battery

charge warning light illuminated) to charged.

Normal charging uses an SAE J1772 compliant

charging device that can be installed on a dedi-

Charging CH-7

hardware and software differences. NISSAN is

working with state, municipalities utility compa-

nies and others to assist in the preparation of

markets and infrastructure, but makes no repre-

sentations that public charging stations will be

available in locations where you wish to operate

the vehicle, nor can NISSAN predict the period of

time it may take for public charging infrastructure

to be developed in your area. Depending on

where you live or drive, there may not be sufficient

public charging stations available to meet your

particular needs for driving range and charging

away from your home. Trip planning is therefore

important, and you should plan trips with these

facts in mind.

Li-ion battery

temperature gauge

Estimated charge

time

10 or more seg-

ments illuminated mately 60 minutes

More than approxi-

E

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NOTE:

Charging time is typically limited to 60 min-

utes when using a quick charger. Press the

start switch on the quick charger after it

stops if additional charge time is necessary

to reach an 80% charge.

See “How to quick charge” in this section.

Power Limitation Mode

The Li-ion battery temperature gauge can be

used to estimate the approximate time needed to

charge the Li-ion battery to 80%.

This mode protects the health and operation of

the vehicle’s Li-ion battery. This mode operates in

certain extreme conditions (heat, cold, low state

of charge). Power available to vehicle systems,

including its traction motor, is limited resulting in

limited performance, acceleration and top speed.

Charging may be automatically terminated, espe-

cially with repeated quick charging in extreme hot

weather.

Quick charge uses public charging stations (up

to 50 kW of power).

Li-ion battery

temperature gauge

Estimated charge

time

The time needed to charge the Li-ion battery from

discharged (low battery charge warning light illu-

minated) to 80% charged using the a quick char-

ger depends on many factors including the Li-ion

battery temperature and the type of quick charger

used.

3 or fewer seg-

ments illuminated mately 90 minutes

More than approxi-

A

᭺

4-5 segments illu- Approximately 30-90

B

᭺

minated

minutes

6-7 segments illu- Approximately 30

C

᭺

minated

minutes

Checking Li-ion battery charge

It may take more time to charge the Li-ion battery

using the quick charger if the vehicle is parked in

a cold location (for example below 32°F (0°C))

for a long time.

8-9 segments illu- Approximately 30-60

The three methods for checking amount of

charge are as follows.

D

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minated

minutes

CH-8 Charging

• Check by using the Li-ion battery available

charge gauge on the meter when the power

switch is placed in the ON position. See “Li-ion

battery available charge gauge” in the “Instru-

ments and controls” section and “Li-ion battery

low charge warning” in the “Instruments and

controls” section.

HOW TO NORMAL CHARGE

•

Be sure to follow the precautions for

using the charger that can be installed

in your home. Failing to do so could

result in serious injury or death.

WARNING

•

If you use any medical electric devices,

such as an implantable cardiac pace-

maker or an implantable cardiovascu-

lar defibrillator, check with the electric

medical device manufacturer concern-

ing the effects that charging may have

on implanted devices before starting

the charge operation. Charging may

affect the operation.

CAUTION

• Check by using the charging status indicator

light. See “Charging status indicator lights” in

this section.

Do not use any charging equipment

that is not compatible with the LEAF.

Doing so could prevent the Li-ion bat-

tery from charging properly or could

result in damage to the vehicle or Li-

ion battery.

NOTE:

• During the charge operation, charge con-

tinues when the power switch is placed in

the ON position.

•

If you have an implantable cardiac

pacemaker or an implantable cardio-

vascular defibrillator, while the Li-ion

battery is charging:

• Normal charge uses the charging device (AC

220 - 240 volt, 20A) that can be installed in your

home to charge the Li-ion battery.

• The Li-ion battery cannot be charged if the

quick charge connector and the normal

charge connector are connected at the

same time. If another charge connector is

connected mid-charge, charging will stop.

– Do not stay inside the vehicle.

– Do not go inside the vehicle, for ex-

ample to remove or place an item in

the passenger compartment.

– Do not open the rear hatch, for ex-

ample to remove or place an item in

the cargo area.

Charging may affect the operation of

electric medical device and result in

serious personal injury or death.

• Immediate charge, charging timer and remote

charge (models with navigation system) can be

performed in the normal charge mode. See

“Charging methods”.

• For safety reasons, it is not possible to

switch to the READY to drive position

while a charge connector is connected.

• The Genuine NISSAN charging equipment

communicates with the vehicle before Li-ion

battery charging starts. If this communication

does not occur because other equipment is

used, the Li-ion battery will not charge.

• During charging, it is possible that the

radio may be inaudible due to noise by the

electromagnetic wave.

Charging CH-9

• NISSAN recommends that you connect the

normal charge cable when getting out of the

vehicle, even if it is not going to be used. By

doing this, you can get the most out of the

remote climate control (models with navigation

system) and Climate Ctrl. Timer functions the

next time you use the vehicle.

To start normal charge:

1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the

vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the

parking brake.

2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place the

power switch in the OFF position. When the

power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion

battery will not start charging.

4. Connect the charge connector to the charge

port. If it is connected normally, a beep will

sound once.

To stop normal charge:

1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is not

engaged. For more information, see “Charge

connector lock switch” in this section.

3. Open the charge port lid and charge port cap.

See “Charge port lid” and “Charge port cap”

in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments”

section.

5. If charging has started or if the battery is

waiting for charging timer, a beep will sound

twice and the charging status indicator light

display will change. See “Charging status in-

dicator light”.

2. Press the button on the charge connector,

release the lock and remove the charge con-

nector from the charge port and properly

store it.

3. After closing the charge port cap on the

charge port, close the charge port lid.

CH-10 Charging

NOTE:

Charging may affect the operation of

electric medical device and result in

serious personal injury or death.

In order to avoid an electric shock or

fire due to a short circuit, connect to

GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) circuit

breaker and use a waterproof electri-

cal ground socket.

The NISSAN Genuine EVSE (Electric

Vehicle Supply Equipment) charging

device provided with your vehicle

draws 12amps continuously while

charging the Li-ion battery. Do not plug

in to any electrical circuit unless it is

inspected by a licensed electrician to

confirm that the electrical circuit can

accept a 12 amp draw. Any electrical

circuit has a much higher likelihood of

being compromised in the following

conditions listed below.

– Improper use of the charger may

result in a fire and serious injury or

death.

– Do not use this charger in structures

more than 40 years old.

– Do not use this charger in structures

using fuse-based circuit protection.

Use only with electrical circuits pro-

tected by circuit breakers.

– Do not use this charger on electrical

circuits with two-prong outlets.

– Do not use charger if outlet appears

damaged or will not hold plug firmly.

– Discontinue charger use immedi-

ately if plug or outlet becomes hot

to the touch or if you notice any

unusual odors.

– Do not use charger if other devices

are plugged into the same circuit.

– Never use extension cords or plug

adapters with charger.

– Do not operate with a damaged

cord.

– Always unplug the charger when not

in use.

– When unplugging, be sure to pull by

the plug and not the cord.

– The device has parts that may spark

inside. Do not use it where gasoline,

paint, or flammable liquids are used

or stored.

• To stop charging mid-charge, remove the

charge connector. Charging automatically

stops.

•

HOW TO TRICKLE CHARGE

WARNING

•

If you use any medical electric devices,

such as an implantable cardiac pace-

maker or an implantable cardiovascu-

lar defibrillator, check with the electric

medical device manufacturer concern-

ing the effects that charging may have

on implanted devices before starting

the charge operation. Charging may

affect the operation.

If you have an implantable cardiac

pacemaker or an implantable cardio-

vascular defibrillator, while the Li-ion

battery is charging:

– Do not use if a malfunction occurs or

if charger has been damaged in any

manner. Return to a NISSAN certi-

fied LEAF dealer for replacement.

– The charger contains no user ser-

viceable parts. Do not attempt to

repair the charger, doing so will void

your warranty.

– Do not stay inside the vehicle.

– Do not go inside the vehicle, for ex-

ample to remove or place an item in

the passenger compartment.

– Do not open the rear hatch, for ex-

ample to remove or place an item in

the cargo area.

Charging CH-11

• Trickle charging is performed using an AC 110 -

120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet using

the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)

provided with the vehicle.

•

CAUTION

•

Only charge using a standard 110 - 120

volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet

(For example do not use an electric

generator). Failure to do so may cause

charging to fail and could cause dam-

age to the Li-ion battery charging

equipment due to power surges.

NISSAN recommends using genuine

NISSAN charging equipment to charge

the vehicle. Using non-NISSAN equip-

ment could cause the Li-ion battery to

not charge correctly and may damage

the Li-ion battery.

• The genuine NISSAN EVSE (Electric Vehicle

Supply Equipment) charging equipment or

trickle charge cable performs a communication

function with the vehicle before Li-ion charging

starts. If this communication does not occur

because other equipment is used, the Li-ion

battery will not charge.

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE

(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)

case securely through the fastener on

the bottom of the luggage board. If the

case suddenly becomes loose, it may

cause serious injury or death.

• Immediate charge, charging timer and remote

charge (models with navigation system) can be

performed in the trickle charge mode. See

“Charging methods”.

CH-12 Charging

To start trickle charging:

4. Take out the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply

Equipment) or trickle charge cable from the

rear hatch.

7. Remove the safety cap from charge

connector.

A

*:You can pass a rope through the hole

control box in order to hang it up while the Li-ion

battery is charging.

on the

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5. Connect the electrical plug to the 110 - 120

volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet. If it is

connected normally, the green light on the

EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)

control box indicator light illuminates. See

“EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment)”.

1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the

vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the

parking brake.

2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place the

power switch in the OFF position. When the

power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion

battery will not start charging.

6. Open the charge port cap. See “Charge port

cap” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust-

ments” section.

3. Open the charge port lid. See “Charge port

lid” in the “Pre-driving checks and adjust-

ments” section.

Charging CH-13

8. Connect the charge connector to the charge

port. If it is connected normally, a beep will

sound once.

10. When recharging outside such as in your

To stop trickle charge:

drive way, use a commercially available pad-

1. Ensure that the charge connector lock is not

engaged. For more information, see “Charge

connector lock switch” in this section.

A

lock attached in position

to prevent theft.

᭺

9. If charging has started, or if the Li-ion battery

is waiting for charging timer, a beep will sound

twice and the charging status indicator light

display will change. See “Charging status in-

dicator lights” in this section.

2. Press the button on the charge connector,

release the lock and remove the charge con-

nector from the charge port.

3. Attach the safety cap to the EVSE (Electric

Vehicle Supply Equipment).

4. Remove the electrical plug from the AC 110 -

120 volt, 15A dedicated electrical outlet.

CH-14 Charging

c. Place the charge cable and charge

connector into the case in front of the

EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equip-

ment) control box.

NOTE:

To stop charging mid-charge, remove the

charge connector. Charging automatically

stops.

HOW TO QUICK CHARGE (IF SO

EQUIPPED)

WARNING

Quick charge uses public charging stations (up

to 50 kW of power) to charge the battery in a

short period of time.

WARNING

•

Always use a quick charger that is

compatible with the LEAF. Using an

incompatible quick charger may cause

a fire or malfunction resulting in seri-

ous personal injury or death.

Before starting the quick charge, care-

fully read the instructions provided on

the quick charger and make sure the

quick charge connector is properly

connected and locked. Failure to con-

nector or operate the quick charger

correctly could cause damage to the

vehicle or the charging equipment.

5. Store in its case.

NOTE:

Perform the following procedure to

store the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply

Equipment) in the case.

Pass the lower side belt of the EVSE

(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) case

securely through the fastener on the bot-

tom of the luggage board. If the case

suddenly becomes loose, it may cause

serious injury or death.

a. Wind the charge cable into a size that

will allow it to be stored in the case

(approximately 9.8 in (250 mm) in

diameter).

6. After closing the cap on the charge port, close

the charge port lid.

b. Place the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Sup-

ply Equipment) control box into the

back of the case.

Charging CH-15

NOTE:

Quick charging is possible (even several

times a day) if the battery temperature is

not near the red zone. If the battery tem-

perature reaches the red zone, in order to

protect the battery, quick charging is not

allowed and the power limitation mode will

be triggered.

1

To start charging:

4. Align

with the groove of the charge port

᭺

and insert the charge connector.

1. Push the P (Park) position switch to place the

vehicle in the P (Park) position and apply the

parking brake.

2. When charging the Li-ion battery, place the

power switch in the OFF position. When the

power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion

battery will not start charging.

3. Open the charge port lid and charge port cap.

See “Charge port lid” and “Charge port cap”

in the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments”

section.

CH-16 Charging

NOTE:

• Charging may automatically stop even if it

is not completed.

• If charging stops mid-charge, you can re-

start charging by pressing the start button

on the quick charger again.

• The charge connector is locked to the

charge port during charging and cannot

be disconnected. Follow the instructions

on the quick charge equipment to stop

charging. Confirm charging is stopped by

looking at the indicators on the dash. The

charge connector can be disconnected

from the vehicle when charging is

stopped.

5. Grasp the lock lever and lock the charge

connector.

CAUTION

6. Follow the instructions on the quick charge

equipment to start charging. When the equip-

ment is properly installed and ready to charge

a beep sounds twice and the charging status

indicator light will change. See “Charge sta-

tus indicator lights” in this section

• When quick charging, the Li-ion battery

charging rate is slower as the percentage

available battery charge available in-

creases.

Be sure to insert the charge connector

straight into the quick charge port right

up to the base. Failure to do so may

result in the Li-ion battery not charging

or could cause damage to the charging

equipment.

•

Charging ends in the following situations.

• When charging is complete

• When charging time has exceeded 60 minutes

• When the possible charge time set for the quick

charger is exceeded

Charging CH-17

CAUTION

•

As the quick charge connector is

heavier in comparison to the other

charge connectors, allowing it to drop

could cause damage to the vehicle or

charge connector or personal injury.

When removing the connector, be sure

to pull it out straight and as carefully

as possible.

To finish charging:

CHARGE CONNECTOR LOCK

SWITCH

The normal or trickle charge connector can be

locked to the normal charge port. The charge

connector lock mode can be selected by using

the charge connector lock switch, AUTO, LOCK

and UNLOCK.

1. Confirm charging is stopped by looking at the

indicators on the dash. The charge connector

can be disconnected from the vehicle when

charging is stopped.

2. Unlock the charge connector and remove

from the vehicle and properly store it.

3. Close the quick charge port cap.

4. Shut the charge port lid.

NOTE:

The charge connector lock can be activated

when the shift lever is in the “P” position

and the charge connector is connected. The

charge connector lock will not be activated

if the charge connector is not properly

connected.

CH-18 Charging

AUTO mode

UNLOCK mode

1

To select AUTO mode, push the AUTO side

of

To select UNLOCK mode, return the charge con-

nector lock switch to the level position. Make sure

the indicator light on the switch turns off.

᭺

the charge connector lock switch. The indicator

3

light on the switch

will illuminate.

᭺

When AUTO mode is selected, the charge con-

nector is locked while charging is in process. The

charge connector will be unlocked automatically

when charging is completed.

When UNLOCK mode is selected, the charge

connector will remain unlocked.

Temporary unlock position

When the charge connector lock switch is in the

AUTO or LOCK position, the charge connector

lock can be unlocked temporarily by using the

Intelligent Key or the charge port lid opener

switch.

LOCK mode

To select the LOCK mode, push the LOCK side

2

of the charge connector lock switch. The

᭺

4

indicator light on the switch

will illuminate.

᭺

Unlock operation using Intelligent Key:

When LOCK mode is selected, the charge con-

nector will remain locked. The charge connector

will be unlocked when UNLOCK mode is se-

lected or temporary unlock operation is per-

formed.

1. Push the charge connector unlock button on

the Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.

2. The charging status indicator light flashes 3

times and a beep sounds 3 times. The charge

connector lock is unlocked for 30 seconds.

3. After 30 seconds, the charge connector lock

is locked.

The charge connector lock can also be unlocked

for 30 seconds when unlocking a door or the rear

hatch (in this case, the charging status indicator

light does not operate). If the lock is operated again

within 30 seconds after unlocking the door/rear

hatch, the charge connector lock is locked again.

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NOTE:

• Depending on the charging station, the

lock mechanism established by local

standards may not be compatible with

your vehicle. It may not be possible for the

charge connector to lock to your vehicle.

• When the power source is cut off while

charging in AUTO mode, the connector

will be continuously locked for 5 minutes,

then it will be released.

• When timer charging is set with AUTO

mode, the connector will not lock until

charging is started.

Unlock operation using charge port lid

opener switch:

If the charge connector can not be

unlocked

1. Place power switch in the OFF position.

2. Open the hood.

• In AUTO mode, the charge connector lock

will only lock during normal charging-

.When the following systems are operated

individually or the 12-volt battery is being

charged, the charging connector lock will

not lock:

1. Push the charge port lid opener switch.

2. The charging status indicator light flashes 3

times and a beep sounds 3 times. The charge

connector lock is unlocked for 30 seconds.

3. Insert a flat head screwdriver or suitable tool

into the screw that is located on the front of

hood lock.

3. After 30 seconds, the charge connector lock

is locked.

• Climate Ctrl. Timer

• Remote climate control (if so equipped)

• Li-ion battery warmer

4. Turn it clockwise to release the charge con-

nector lock.

5. Remove the charge connector.

CH-20 Charging

CHARGING METHODS

CHARGING TIMER

Use charging timer to schedule when the Li-ion

battery charges. The vehicle automatically begins

charging at the scheduled times when the charge

connector is connected to the vehicle. The timers

do not need to be reset each time the Li-ion

battery needs charging.

With navigation system

The charging timer can save two timer settings

that include the charging start time and end time.

The charging timer can be applied to one of the

timer settings for each day of the week.

2. Touch [Set Timer 1] or [Set Timer 2]. The

following procedure explains Timer 1 setting.

1. Push the Zero Emission button

touch [Charging Timer].

and

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3. Enter the Li-ion battery charge start time.

Touch [END Time] to change the time to stop

charging.

4. Touch [Assign Days] to set the charging timer

for different days of the week. Either Timer 1

or Timer 2 or OFF can be set for each day of

the week. Touch [OK] when the settings are

complete.

6. Touch [Yes] if the settings shown on the

screen are correct.

NOTE:

Charging timer is performed according

to the current time setting on the bottom

right of the display. When setting the

charging timer function, be sure to check

that the current time displayed is correct.

5. Touch [OK] when the settings are complete

and

a

settings confirmation screen is

displayed.

NOTE:

If OFF is selected for a day of the week,

the charging timer will not operate on

that day. The system will wait until the

next charging timer set to perform

charging.

CH-22 Charging

start time and end time are set so there is

not enough time to charge the Li-ion

battery.

stop time settings are not deleted, even if

the charging timer function is turned off.

• If charging timer and the Climate Ctrl.

Timer are operating at the same time due

to an overlap of the timer settings, you can

prioritize which function receives electri-

cal power first. See LEAF Navigation Sys-

tem Owner’s Manual.

• When either the charge start time or

charge end time is set, the charging timer

function is activated.

• When only the charging timer end time is

set, the system automatically determines

when to begin charging. The Li-ion battery

may not be charged to the expected level

in the following conditions:

– The Li-ion battery is charged in cold

weather.

– The charge connector is connected to

the vehicle too close to the scheduled

charging end time.

• When charging is set as the first priority,

the Climate Ctrl. Timer does not start until

10 segments of the Li-ion battery avail-

able charge gauge are illuminated.

• When the climate control is set as the first

priority, the climate control system will be

turned on as scheduled by the Climate

Ctrl. Timer regardless of the remaining

battery energy.

7. The [Timer 1] indicator illuminates after the

charging timer is set. Use the same procedure

to set the Timer 2 setting.

8. Place the power switch in the OFF position,

and then connect the charge connector to the

vehicle.

• When only the charging timer end time is

set, the system automatically stops charg-

ing when the Li-ion battery charges to a

full charge. Charging may stop before the

scheduled end time.

• Even when the climate control is set as the

first priority, the climate control system

will be turned off when the electric de-

mands of the climate control system is

more than can be provided to the Li-ion

battery for charging.

NOTE:

• Always place the power switch in the OFF

position after setting the charging timers.

When the power switch is in the ON posi-

tion, the Li-ion battery will not start

charging.

• Touch [Timer 1] or [Timer 2] to turn off the

charging timer function. Touch [Yes] if the

settings shown on the screen are correct.

After this operation has been performed,

the indicator disappears and the charging

timer function is turned off. The start and

• Some charging stations used to perform

normal charge are equipped with timer

functions. If the charger timer function

and the vehicle timer are both set, and the

• The Li-ion battery may not be charged to

the expected level if the charging timer

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two timers are not set to operate at the

same time, it is possible that the charger

will not start or the battery will not be

charged to the level expected.

• Depending on the Li-ion battery condition

and the power source status, charging

may end earlier than the charging end

time. This is not a malfunction.

• If the Li-ion battery warmer is operating

while the Climate Ctrl. Timer or Remote

Climate Control is being used, perfor-

mance of the Climate Control will be

reduced.

A

1. Push the

switch

on the left side of

᭺

the combination meter panel.

• The Li-ion battery may not charge to the

expected level using the Charging Timer

when a Start time and End time are set

while the Li-ion battery warmer operates.

• Set only the Charging Timer End time

when charging in cold weather. The ve-

hicle automatically determines when to

start charging to fully charge the Li-ion

battery, even if the Li-ion battery warmer

operates. Charging ends before the set

End time if the Li-ion battery is fully

charged.

Without navigation system

Note

• For the charging timer of models without

navigation system, set the charging end

time. The vehicle automatically calculates

when to start charging based on the con-

dition of the power source and the esti-

mated time required for charging to a full

level.

• The 12-volt battery can become dis-

charged if the charging timer is operated

repeatedly between the Li-ion battery

charges while the vehicle is not used for

an extended period of time.

• When the Charging Timer and the Climate

Ctrl. Timer are set at the same time, the

charging start time moves to an earlier

time.

CH-24 Charging

B

2. Push the

switch

to highlight “Charg-

3. The “Charging Timer” screen is displayed. To

change the time or turn the timer on or off,

To turn the timer on or off, use the

switch

᭺

ing Timer” on the vehicle information display

and then push the switch.

to highlight “On” or “Off” and then push the

switch. If “On” is selected, an additional

screen is displayed that allows you to change

the time of the charging timer.

push the

switch.

Charging CH-25

IMMEDIATE CHARGE

When a charging timer is not turned on, charging

automatically starts when a normal or trickle

charge connector is connected to the vehicle.

Use the immediate charge mode anytime you

want to start charging when a charging timer is

turned on by performing the following:

1. Place the power switch in the OFF position.

4. The hour portion of the time is highlighted on

the screen. Push the switch to change

the hour field in increments of one hour. Push

2. Press the immediate charge switch.

3. Connect the normal or trickle charge cable

when the charging status indicator light

changes to display immediate charge mode.

See “Charging status indicator lights” in this

section.

the

switch to move to the minutes field.

5. Push the

switch to change the minute

field in increments of ten minutes. Push the

switch to finish setting the charging

timer.

CH-26 Charging

Unit). The communication connection between

this unit and NISSAN CARWINGS™ Data Center

allows for various remote function services.

personal computer, the following condi-

tions must be met:

– The vehicle must be located in a cellu-

lar phone coverage area.

– The cellular phone must be located in

an area with cellular phone coverage.

– If using a computer, the computer must

be connected to the internet.

– Some cellular phones are not compat-

ible and cannot be used to check the

Li-ion battery charging status. Please

confirm beforehand.

NOTE:

• You have 15 minutes to connect a normal

or trickle charge connector to the vehicle

after the immediate charge switch is

pressed. If a charge connector is not con-

nected to the vehicle within 15 minutes,

the vehicle automatically returns to the

previous setting.

• Li-ion battery status check:

The charging status of the Li-ion battery can

be checked using your personal computer or

internet enabled smart phone even if you are

not in the vehicle.

• Immediate charge will be available for 15

minutes before returning automatically to

the previous setting.

• Remote charge:

The function of starting Li-ion battery charge

or starting the heater and air conditioner is

available using your personal computer or in-

ternet enabled smart phone.

• To cancel immediate charge mode press

the immediate charge switch again.

• Certain remote functions required a com-

patible smart phone, which is not included

with vehicle.

• If charge cable is disconnected, the Li-ion

battery automatically switches to charg-

ing timer. To perform an immediate

charge again, press the immediate charge

switch and connect charge cable.

• Unplugged status:

A notification e-mail will be sent to your per-

sonal computer or internet enabled smart

phone if the plug is not connected at the

certain time you selected, after you turning off

the power switch in registered place.

• CARWINGS™ information system features

are included through a subscription ser-

vice which requires owner consent to ac-

tivate. The subscription must be active to

use these features.

• If the charge cable is already connected,

press the immediate charge switch to

start performing an immediate charge.

• CARWINGS™ communications may be re-

ceived at a verified e-mail address or by

SMS/text messaging-enabled mobile

phone.

NOTE:

• Establishing the CARWINGS™ service is

necessary before using this service. See

LEAF Navigation System Owner’s Manual.

CHARGING RELATED REMOTE

FUNCTION (MODELS WITH

NAVIGATION SYSTEM)

This vehicle incorporates a communication device

that is called a TCU (Telematics Communication

• Standard text rates and/or data usage

may apply depending on your carrier.

• To check the Li-ion battery charging status

using an internet enabled smart phone or

Charging CH-27

CHARGING RELATED INDICATOR

LIGHTS

When the normal charge connector lock is

unlocked

Ready for charging timer

CHARGING STATUS INDICATOR

LIGHTS

If charging timer is set, the indicator lights illumi-

1

3

All of the indicator lights,

to , will flash and

᭺ ᭺

1

᭺ ᭺

3

nate, in order from

to . The indicator lights

1

3

The charging status indicator lights

to

beep will sound three times when the normal

charge connector lock switch on the Intelligent

Key or the charge port lid opener switch is

pushed.

᭺

turn off after approximately 5 minutes.

display the charging status, and are visible from

both inside and outside the vehicle.

When the normal charge connector is con-

nected incorrectly

1

3

All of the indicator lights,

to , will flash and

᭺ ᭺

beep will sound three times within 30 seconds

when the charge connector is connected incor-

rectly to the normal charge port.

CH-28 Charging

Ready for immediate charge

When charging

When fully charged

1

᭺ ᭺

3

When the power switch is off and if the immedi-

ate charge switch is pressed while the charge

When the Li-ion battery is being charged, the

charging status indicator lights will change de-

pending on the amount the Li-ion battery is

charged.

All of the indicator lights

to

illuminate when

the Li-ion battery is fully charged.

2

cable is not connected, the indicator light

᭺

The indicator lights turn off after approximately 5

minutes or when the charge connector is re-

moved.

illuminates.

2

This indicator light

illuminates when the ve-

*: This value is also displayed by the illumination

of segments of the Li-ion battery available charge

gauge on the instrument panel.

᭺

hicle is ready for immediate charge. You have 15

minutes to connect the charge connector to the

vehicle. If the charge connector is not connected

2

within 15 minutes, the indicator light

turns off

᭺

and you must start the immediate charge mode

again to charge the Li-ion battery.

Charging CH-29

The indicator will also flash for up to 5 minutes if

the electrical power to the EVSE is interrupted

during charging. Charging will restart automati-

cally when the electrical power to the EVSE is

restored if the charging connector is connected.

The charge start beep will not sound when

charging restarts.

The indicator will also flash when the following

system are operating:

• Climate Ctrl. Timer

• Remote climate control (if so equipped)

• Li-ion battery heater

3

When the indicator light

3

flashes

When not charging

᭺

The indicator light

flashes when the 12-volt

battery is being charged. See “Charging the 12-

volt battery” in the “EV overview” section.

None of the lights are illuminated when the Li-ion

battery and 12-volt battery are not charging.

᭺

CH-30 Charging

EVSE (ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY

EQUIPMENT) CONTROL BOX

INDICATOR LIGHT

When a trickle charge is being performed, the

charging status is shown by the indicator light

that is on the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply

Equipment) control box.

An indicator light also indicates if there is a EVSE

(Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) malfunction.

Charging CH-31

READY

CHARGE

FAULT

Status and action to be taken

Every time the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) plug is connected to an outlet, all indicator lights

illuminate for 0.5 seconds.

⅙

After initial processing is completed, when the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) is not connected to

the vehicle, or the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) is connected to the vehicle but charging is not

being performed.

⅙

©

⅙

©

While the battery is being charged

When the ground cable is disconnected

Check the grounding of the outlet being used. If the grounding is normal, contact a NISSAN certified LEAF

dealer.

©

ࠗ

⅙

©

or

When the temperature of the electrical plug is too hot, or the EVSE is unable to detect the temperature of the

electrical plug, check that the electrical plug is connected correctly. If it is connected normally, stop use im-

mediately and contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

ࠗ

⅙

ࠗ

⅙

ࠗ

⅙

When an electric leakage occurs or the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) malfunctions

Stop use immediately and contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

⅙

©

ࠗ

⅙

When the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) malfunctions

Stop use immediately and contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

⅙

If the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) control box indicator light does not illuminate after connect-

ing the plug to the outlet, check the GFCI and circuit breaker for the outlet. If either the GFCI or breaker has

tripped, the circuit may not be suitable for use with EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment). You should

have a licensed electrician inspect and repair the electrical circuit. If the GFCI breaker is not tripped, stop us-

ing the EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) and contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

©

Meaning Light ON Flashing Light OFF

Symbol

⅙

ࠗ

⅙

©

CH-32 Charging

CHARGING TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

Symptom

Possible cause

Possible solution

The vehicle power switch is in the ON position. Before charging, place the vehicle power switch in the OFF position.

Both the normal charge connector and the quick

The normal charge connector and the quick charge connector cannot be connected at the same time.

charge connector are connected at the same time.

Charging can not be performed if the Li-ion battery is already fully charged. Charging automatically

turns off if the Li-ion battery is fully charged.

The Li-ion battery is already fully charged.

Confirm the Li-ion battery temperature by checking the Li-ion battery temperature gauge. If the gauge

The temperature of the Li-ion battery is too hot or indicates the Li-ion battery is too hot (red zone) or too cold (blue zone), charging is not possible. Allow

Charging cannot be per-

formed.

cold to charge.

the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charging. See “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” in the

“Instruments and controls” section.

The Li-ion battery can be charged if the vehicle electrical systems can not be turned on. If the 12-volt

battery is discharged, charge or jump start the 12-volt battery. See “Jump starting” in the “In case of

emergency” section.

The 12-volt battery is discharged.

The vehicle has a malfunction.

The vehicle or charger may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning light on the meter is illumi-

nated. Confirm if the indicator on the charger is indicating a malfunction . If a warning is displayed,

stop charging and contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

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.

Normal charge or trickle

charge cannot be performed.

The electrical plug is not connected correctly.

Confirm the electrical plug is connected correctly (trickle charge only).

Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.

The charge connector is not connected cor-

rectly.

Immediate charge cannot be

performed.

Charging timer has been set.

Turn off the charging timer. See “Charging timer” in this section.

Charging CH-33

Symptom

Possible cause

The charge cable is not connected.

The time on the clock is wrong.

Possible solution

Connect the charge cable.

The charging timer function does not start charging based on the clock located on the upper dis-

play. Confirm that the date and time shown on the charging timer screen are the same as the GPS

time and date. If the 12-volt battery is discharged or if the Li-ion battery is disconnected, the time

setting must be updated. There must be a GPS signal to adjust the timer setting clock.

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. See “Charging timer” in this section.

Charging timer cannot be

performed.

Charging does not start because the charging

timer start time and end time are set and the cur-

rent time is before the set start time.

Charging does not start because only the charg-

ing timer start time is set and the current time is

after 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 press the immediate charge button. See “Charging timer” in this section.

Charging does not start because only the charg-

ing timer end time is set and the current time is

after the set end time.

The charge cable is not connected.

Connect the charge cable beforehand.

Confirm that there is a cellular signal in your location. Remote charge cannot be started unless the

web enabled smart phone can connect to the internet.

Remote charge cannot be

performed.

Communication with the vehicle cannot be es-

tablished.

Confirm that there is a cellular signal at the vehicle location.

If the power switch is in the OFF position for more than 2 weeks, the remote charge function can no

longer be used until power switch is in ON position.

CH-34 Charging

Symptom

Possible cause

Possible solution

There is no power coming from the outlet.

There may have been a electrical power failure, or the breaker may have failed. Charging will resume

when the power source is reset.

The charge cable has been disconnected.

The release switch has been pressed.

Check that the charge cable has not been disconnected.

If the charge connector button is pressed for a long period of time, charging will be stopped.

Both the normal charge connector and the quick If the normal charge connector and the quick charge connector are connected at the same time,

charge connector were connected at the same

time.

charging will be stopped.

Normal charge stops in the

middle of charging.

Charging timer end time has been reached.

When 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 pos-

sible. Allow the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before charging. See “Li-ion battery temperature

gauge” in the “Instruments and controls” section.

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.

Quick charge cannot be per-

formed.

The self-diagnostic function of the quick charge There is a possibility that the vehicle has a malfunction. Stop charging and contact a NISSAN certified

device returns a negative result.

LEAF dealer.

The power switch of the quick charger is off.

Check the power switch of the quick charger.

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.

Charging is stopped by the quick charge timer.

The power supply for the quick charger is off.

Quick charge stops in the

middle of charging

The maximum time for quick charge is 30–60 minutes. If you need to charge the Li-ion battery for longer

than this, start the charging procedure again.

Check whether the power supply for the quick charger is off.

Charging CH-35

NOTES

CH-36 Charging

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