2010-2017 Nissan Leaf 4 Door Maintenance and do-it yourself -> Windshield washer fluid User Manual
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BRAKE FLUID  
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID  
For additional brake fluid information, see “Rec-  
ommended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in  
the “Technical and consumer information” sec-  
tion of this manual.  
WARNING  
•
Use only new fluid from a sealed con-  
tainer. Old, inferior or contaminated  
fluid may damage the brake system.  
The use of improper fluids can damage  
the brake system, and affect the vehi-  
cle’s stopping ability.  
•
•
Clean the filler cap before removing.  
Brake fluid is poisonous and should be  
stored carefully in marked containers  
out of the reach of children.  
Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is  
Except for Canada  
1
below the MIN line  
illuminates, add Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid or  
equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line  
or the brake warning light  
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To check the fluid level, use your finger to plug the  
1
center hole  
of the cap/tube assembly, then  
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2
. If  
CAUTION  
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remove it from the reservoir. If there is no fluid in  
the tube, add fluid.  
fluid must be added frequently, the system should  
be checked by a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.  
Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-  
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid  
is spilled, immediately wash the surface  
with water.  
For Canada  
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically.  
Add window washer fluid when the low washer  
fluid warning appears on the vehicle information  
display. (See “Low washer fluid warning (if so  
equipped)”in the “Instruments and controls”sec-  
tion.)  
8-10 Maintenance and do-it yourself  
12-VOLT BATTERY  
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the  
cap and pour the window washer fluid into the  
reservoir opening.  
• Keep the 12-volt battery surface clean and dry.  
Clean the 12-volt battery with a solution of  
baking soda and water.  
•
Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates  
with water to the manufacturer’s rec-  
ommended levels before pouring the  
fluid into the window washer reservoir  
tank. Do not use the window washer  
reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid  
concentrate and water.  
• Make certain the terminal connections are clean  
and securely tightened.  
Add a washer solvent to the washer for better  
cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield  
washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s in-  
structions for the mixture ratio.  
NOTE:  
Care should be taken to avoid situations  
that can lead to potential battery discharge  
and potential no-start conditions such as:  
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodically.  
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving  
conditions require an increased amount of win-  
dow washer fluid.  
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.)  
Recommended fluid:  
Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-  
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent  
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.  
CAUTION  
•
•
Do not substitute anti-freeze coolant  
for window washer solution. This may  
result in damage to the paint.  
Do not fill the window washer reservoir  
tank with washer fluid concentrates at  
full strength. Some methyl alcohol  
based washer fluid concentrates may  
permanently stain the grille if spilled  
while filling the window washer reser-  
voir tank.  
WARNING  
•
Do not expose the 12-volt battery to  
flames or electrical sparks. Hydrogen  
gas generated by the 12-volt battery is  
explosive. Do not allow 12-volt battery  
fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics  
or painted surfaces. After touching a  
12-volt battery or 12-volt battery cap,  
Maintenance and do-it yourself 8-11  

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