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MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENT

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Your new NISSAN has been designed to have

minimum maintenance requirements with long

service intervals to save you both time and

money. However, some day-to-day and regular

maintenance is essential to maintain your NIS-

SAN’s fine mechanical condition, as well as its

EV (Electric Vehicle) system performance.

eration. It is your responsibility to perform these

procedures regularly as prescribed.

During the normal day-to-day operation of the

vehicle, general maintenance should be per-

formed regularly as prescribed in this section. If

you detect any unusual sounds, vibrations or

smell, be sure to check for the cause or have a

NISSAN certified LEAF dealer do it promptly. In

addition, you should notify a NISSAN certified

LEAF dealer if you think that repairs are required.

Performing general maintenance checks requires

minimal mechanical skill and only a few general

automotive tools.

These checks or inspections can be done by

yourself, a qualified technician or, if you prefer, a

NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that

the scheduled maintenance, as well as general

maintenance, is performed.

When performing any checks or maintenance

work, see “Maintenance precautions” in this sec-

tion.

WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE

As the vehicle owner, you are the only one who

can ensure that your vehicle receives the proper

maintenance care. You are a vital link in the main-

tenance chain.

If maintenance service is required or your vehicle

appears to malfunction, have the systems

checked and serviced by a NISSAN certified

LEAF dealer.

EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE

ITEMS

Additional information on the following

items with “*” is found in this section.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained specialists

and are kept up-to-date with the latest service

information through technical bulletins, service

tips, and in-dealership information systems. They

are completely qualified to work on NISSAN ve-

hicles before work begins.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

For your convenience, both required and optional

scheduled maintenance items are described and

listed in your “NISSAN Service and Maintenance

Guide”. You must refer to that guide to ensure

that necessary maintenance is performed on your

NISSAN at regular intervals.

Outside vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be

performed from time to time, unless otherwise

specified.

You can be confident that a NISSAN certified

LEAF dealer’s service department performs the

best job to meet the maintenance requirements

on your vehicle — in a reliable and economical

way.

Doors and motor hood: Check that all doors

and the motor hood operate properly. Also en-

sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate

hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if

necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

General maintenance includes those items which

should be checked during normal day-to-day op-

eration. They are essential for proper vehicle op-

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keeps the motor hood from opening when the

primary latch is released.

Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle

pulls to either side while driving on a straight and

level road, or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire

wear, there may be a need for wheel alignment.

catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mat

away from the pedal.

When driving in areas using road salt or other

corrosive materials, check lubrication frequently.

Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth op-

eration and make sure that it is the proper dis-

tance when depressed fully. Check the brake

booster function. If the brake pedal suddenly

goes down further than normal, the pedal feels

spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to

stop, contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer

immediately. Keep the floor mat away from the

pedal.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal

highway speeds, wheel balancing may be

needed.

Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular basis.

Make sure that the headlights, stop lights, tail

lights, turn signal lights and other lights are all

operating properly and installed securely. Also

check the aim of the headlights.

For additional information regarding tires, refer to

“Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire

Safety Information” (Canada) in the Warranty In-

formation Booklet.

Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking

the tires, make sure that no wheel nuts are miss-

ing, and check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten

if necessary.

Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the

vehicle to one side when applied.

Windshield: Clean the windshield on a regular

basis. Check the windshield at least every six

months for cracks or other damage. Have a dam-

aged windshield repaired by a qualified repair

facility.

Electric shift P (Park) position mechanism:

On a steep hill, check that the vehicle is held

securely while the vehicle is in the P (Park) posi-

tion without applying the brakes.

Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every

7,500 miles (12,000 km).

Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often

and always prior to long distance trips. If neces-

sary, adjust the pressure in all tires to the pres-

sure specified. Check carefully for damage, cuts

or excessive wear.

Wiper blades*: Check for cracks or wear if they

do not wipe properly.

Parking brake: Check the parking brake opera-

tion regularly. The vehicle should be securely held

on a steep hill with only the parking brake applied.

If the parking brake cannot keep a vehicle posi-

tion contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Inside vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be

checked on a regular basis, such as when per-

forming scheduled maintenance, cleaning the ve-

hicle, etc.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

transmitter components (if so equipped):

Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal,

valve core and cap when the tires are replaced

due to wear or age.

Seat: Check seat position controls such as the

seat adjusters, seatback recliners, etc. to ensure

that they operate smoothly and that all latches

lock securely in every position. Check that the

Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for smooth

operation and make sure that the pedal does not

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head restraints/headrests move up and down

smoothly and that the locks (if so equipped) hold

securely in all latched positions.

12-volt battery (for serviceable battery)*:

Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for water

or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has been

parked for a while. Water dripping from the air

conditioner after use is normal. If you should

notice any leaks, check for cause and have it

corrected immediately.

Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be

between the MAX and MIN lines. Vehicles oper-

ated in high temperatures or under severe condi-

tions require frequent checks of the 12–volt bat-

tery fluid level.

Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt

system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters

and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,

and are installed securely. Check the belt web-

bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.

Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the

radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,

etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure that

the hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or

loose connections.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations

that can lead to potential battery discharge

and potential no-start conditions such as:

Steering wheel: Check for changes in the

steering conditions, such as excessive free play,

hard steering or strange noises.

1. Installation or extended use of electronic ac-

cessories that consume battery power when

the engine is not running (Phone chargers,

GPS, DVD players, etc.)

Underbody: The underbody is frequently ex-

posed to corrosive substances such as those

used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very

important to remove these substances, other-

wise rust will form on the floor pan and frame. At

the end of winter, the underbody should be thor-

oughly flushed with plain water, being careful to

clean those areas where mud and dirt may accu-

mulate. For additional information, see “Cleaning

exterior” in the “Appearance and care” section.

Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that all

warning lights and chimes are operating properly.

Windshield defroster: Check that the air emits

from the defroster outlets properly and in suffi-

cient quantity when operating the heater or air

conditioner.

2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only

driven short distances.

In these cases, the battery may need to be

charged to maintain battery health.

Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that

the wipers and washers operate properly and

that the wipers do not streak.

Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake

fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines

on the reservoir.

Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there is

an adequate amount of fluid in the reservoir.

Under hood and vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should be

checked periodically.

Coolant level*: Check the coolant level when

the motor compartment is cold.

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