Nissan Leaf (2024 year). Manual in english

Symptom

Possible cause

Possible solution

All types of charging

cannot be performed.

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 charge connector are connected at the
same time.

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

The Li-ion battery is already fully charged.

Confirm the available Li-ion battery capacity remaining by checking the Li-ion battery
available charge gauge. If the Li-ion battery charge gauge reaches 100%, the Li-ion bat-
tery is already fully charged and cannot be charged. Charging automatically turns off
if the Li-ion battery is fully charged.

The temperature of the Li-ion battery is too
hot or 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 possible. Allow the Li-ion battery to cool or warm up before
charging. For additional information, see “Li-ion battery temperature gauge” (P. 2-7).

The 12-volt battery is discharged.

If the vehicle electrical systems cannot be turned on even when the power switch is
turned on, the 12V battery may be discharged. Charge or replace the 12V battery.

The vehicle has a malfunction.

The vehicle may have a malfunction. Confirm if the warning light on the meter is illumi-
nated. If a warning is displayed, stop charging. It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

Normal charge or

trickle charge cannot

be performed.

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.

The EVSE or charging device may have a
malfunction.

If Genuine NISSAN EVSE is used, see “Charging troubleshooting guide” (P. CH-56) for the
device.

The charge connector is not connected
correctly.

Confirm the charge connector is connected correctly.

Plug might not be connected correctly.

Confirm if the plug is connected correctly.

There is no electric power coming from the
normal charging station.

Confirm operation procedure of charging station.

The outlet (that the EVSE is connected to) is
not connected to the power source correctly.

Confirm the condition according to the illumination pattern of the indicator light on the
EVSE. For additional information, see "EVSE (Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment) control
box indicator light" (P. CH-53).

CHARGING TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE

CH-56

Charging

Symptom

Possible cause

Possible solution

Immediate charge

cannot be performed.

Charging timer has been set.

Turn off the charging timer. For additional information, see “Charging timer” (P. CH-43).

Charging timer cannot

be performed.

The charge cable is not connected.

Connect the charge cable.

The time on the clock is wrong.

The charging timer function does not start charging based on the clock located on the
vehicle information display. Adjust the clock. For additional information, see “Clock”
(P. 2-12). If the 12-volt battery is discharged or if the Li-ion battery is disconnected, the
time setting must be updated.

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. For additional information, see “Charging timer” (P. CH-43).

Charging does not start because the charg-
ing timer start time and end time are set and
the current time is before 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 push the immediate charge switch.
For additional information, see “Charging timer” (P. CH-43).

The charge cable is not connected.

Connect the charge cable beforehand.

Normal charge stops in

the middle of charging.

There is no power coming from the outlet.

There may have been an electrical power failure, or the breaker may have failed.
Charging will resume when the power source is reset.

The charge cable has been disconnected.

Check that the charge cable has not been disconnected.

Both the normal charge connector and the
quick charge connector were connected at
the same time.

If the normal charge connector and the quick charge connector are connected at the
same time, charging will be stopped.

Charging timer end time has been reached.

When the 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.

The electric power supply from the normal
charging station was stopped.

Confirm operation procedure of charging station.

Charging

CH-57

Symptom

Possible cause

Possible solution

Quick charge cannot

be performed.

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.

The self-diagnostic function of the quick
charge device returns a negative result.

There is a possibility that the vehicle has a malfunction. Stop charging. It is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

The power switch of the quick charger is off.

Check the power switch of the quick charger.

Quick charge stops in

the middle of charging.

Charging is stopped by the quick charge
timer.

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.

The power supply for the quick charger is off.

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

CH-58

Charging

WARNING

•

Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident,
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap belt
and receive serious internal injuries.

•

For the most effective protection when
the vehicle is in motion, the seat should
be upright. Always sit well back and

upright in the seat with both feet on
the floor and adjust the seat properly.
For additional information, see “Pre-
cautions on seat belt usage” (P. 1-10).

•

After adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely locked.

•

Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls or
make the vehicle move. Unattended
children could become involved in
serious accidents.

•

To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, 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.

•

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation. The seat may
move suddenly and could cause loss
of control of the vehicle.

•

The seatback should not be reclined
any more than needed for comfort.
Seat belts are most effective when the
passenger sits well back and straight
up in the seat. If the seatback is re-
clined, the risk of sliding under the lap
belt and being injured is increased.

CAUTION

When adjusting the seat positions, be
sure not to contact any moving parts to
avoid possible injuries and/or damage.

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SEATS

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT
(for passenger’s seat and if so
equipped for driver’s seat)

Your vehicle seats can be adjusted manu-
ally. For additional information about ad-
justing the seats, refer to the steps outlined
in this section.

Forward and backward

Pull the bar up and hold it while sliding the
seat forward or backward to the preferred
position. Release the bar to lock the seat in
position.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up
and lean back. To bring the seatback for-
ward, pull the lever up and lean your body
forward. Release the lever to lock the seat-
back in position.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of
the seatback for occupants of different
sizes for added comfort and to help obtain
proper seat belt fit. For additional informa-
tion, see “Precautions on seat belt usage”
(P. 1-10). Also, the seatback can be reclined
to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle
is stopped and the vehicle is in the P (Park)
position.

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Seat lifter (driver’s seat)

Pull up or push down the adjusting lever to
adjust the seat height to the preferred
position.

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT
(if so equipped for driver’s seat)

Operating tips

• The power seat motor has an auto-reset

overload protection circuit. If the motor
stops during operation, wait 30 seconds
then reactivate the switch.

• Do not operate the power seat switch for

a long period of time when the system
is not in the READY mode. This will dis-
charge the battery.

Forward and backward

Moving the switch as shown will slide the
seat forward or backward to the desired
position.

Reclining

Move the recline switch as shown until the
desired angle is obtained.

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Seat lifter

Move the switch as shown to adjust the
angle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar support

The lumbar support feature provides ad-
justable lower back support to the driver.
Push the switch as shown to adjust the
seat lumbar area.

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FLEXIBLE SEATING

Folding the rear bench seat

To fold down the seatback, pull the release
knob.

To return the seatback to the seating posi-
tion, lift up each seatback and push it to the
upright position until it is latched.

WARNING

•

Do not fold down the rear seats when
occupants are in the rear seat area or
any objects are on the rear seats.

•

Never allow anyone to ride in the
cargo area or on the rear seats when
they are in the folded-down position.
Use of these areas by passengers
without proper restraints could re-
sult in serious injury or death in an
accident or sudden stop.

•

Properly secure all cargo with ropes
or straps to help prevent it from slid-
ing or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sud-
den stop or collision, unsecured
cargo could cause personal injury.

•

When returning the seatbacks to the
upright position, be certain they are
completely secured in the latched
position. If they are not completely
secured, passengers may be injured
in an accident or sudden stop.

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING

Head restraints/headrests supplement
the other vehicle safety systems. They
may

provide

additional

protection

against injury in certain rear end colli-
sions.

Adjustable

head

restraints/

headrests must be adjusted properly,
as specified in this section. Check the
adjustment after someone else uses
the seat. Do not attach anything to the
head restraint/headrest stalks or re-
move the head restraints/headrests.
Do not use the seat if the head
restraint/headrest has been removed.
If the head restraint/headrest was re-
moved, reinstall and properly adjust
the head restraint/headrest before an
occupant uses the seating position.
Failure to follow these instructions can
reduce the effectiveness of the head
restraint/headrest. This may increase
the risk of serious injury or death in a
collision.

The illustration shows the seating positions
equipped with head restraints/headrests.

䉱

Indicates the seating position is equipped

with a head restraint.

쮿

Indicates the seating position is equipped

with a headrest.

+ Indicates the seating position is not
equipped with a head restraint or headrest
(if applicable).

• Your vehicle is equipped with a head

restraint/headrest that may be inte-
grated, adjustable or non-adjustable.

• Adjustable head restraints/headrests have

multiple notches along the stalks to lock
them in a desired adjustment position.

• The

non-adjustable

head

restraints/

headrests have a single locking notch to
secure them to the seat frame.

• Proper Adjustment:

–– For the adjustable type, align the head

restraint/headrest so the center of
your ear is approximately level with the
center of the head restraint/headrest.

–– If your ear position is still higher than

the recommended alignment, place
the head restraint/headrest at the
highest position.

• If the head restraint/headrest has been

removed, ensure that it is reinstalled and
locked in place before riding in that des-
ignated seating position.

LRS2695

HEAD RESTRAINTS/HEADRESTS

Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

1-7

ADJUSTABLE HEAD RESTRAINT/
HEADREST COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Multiple notches

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD
RESTRAINT/HEADREST
COMPONENTS

1. Removable head restraint/headrest

2. Single notch

3. Lock knob

4. Stalks

REMOVE

Use the following procedure to remove the
head restraint/headrest.
1. Pull the head restraint/headrest up to the

highest position.

2. Push and hold the lock knob.

3. Remove the head restraint/headrest from

the seat.

4. Store the head restraint/headrest prop-

erly in a secure place so it is not loose in
the vehicle.

5. Reinstall and properly adjust the head

restraint/headrest before an occupant
uses the seating position.

LRS2300

LRS2299

LRS2302

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

INSTALL

1. Align the head restraint/headrest stalks

with the holes in the seat. Make sure
the head restraint/headrest is facing the
correct direction. The stalk with the
notch (notches)

must be installed in

the hole with the lock knob

2. Push and hold the lock knob and push

the head restraint/headrest down.

3. Properly adjust the head restraint/

headrest before an occupant uses the
seating position.

ADJUST

For adjustable head restraint/headrest

Adjust the head restraint/headrest so the
center is level with the center of your ears.
If your ear position is still higher than the
recommended alignment, place the head
restraint/headrest at the highest position.

For non-adjustable head restraint/headrest

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is
positioned so the lock knob is engaged in
the notch before riding in that designated
seating position.

LRS2303

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LRS2304

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1-9

Raise

To raise the head restraint/headrest, pull it
up.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is
positioned so the lock knob is engaged in
the notch before riding in that designated
seating position.

Lower

To lower, push and hold the lock knob and
push the head restraint/headrest down.

Make sure the head restraint/headrest is
positioned so the lock knob is engaged in
the notch before riding in that designated
seating position.

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT
USAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly
adjusted, and you are sitting upright and
well back in your seat with both feet on the
floor, your chances of being injured or killed
in an accident and/or the severity of injury
may be greatly reduced. NISSAN strongly
encourages you and all of your passengers
to buckle up every time you drive, even if
your seating position includes a supple-
mental air bag.

Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces
or territories specify that seat belts be
worn at all times when a vehicle is being
driven.

LRS2305

LRS2306

SEAT BELTS

1-10

Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

WARNING

•

Every person who drives or rides in
this vehicle should use a seat belt at
all times. Children should be in the
rear seats and in an appropriate
restraint.

•

The seat belt should be properly ad-
justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so
may reduce the effectiveness of the
entire restraint system and increase
the chance or severity of injury in an
accident. Serious injury or death can
occur if the seat belt is not worn
properly.

•

Always route the shoulder belt over
your shoulder and across your chest.
Never put the belt behind your back,
under your arm or across your neck.
The belt should be away from your
face and neck, but not falling off your
shoulder.

•

Position the lap belt as low and snug
as possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT
THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high
could increase the risk of internal
injuries in an accident.

•

Be sure the seat belt tongue is se-
curely fastened to the proper buckle.

•

Do not wear the seat belt inside out
or twisted. Doing so may reduce its
effectiveness.

•

Do not allow more than one person
to use the same seat belt.

•

Never carry more people in the ve-
hicle than there are seat belts.

•

If the seat belt warning light glows
continuously while the power switch
is turned ON with all doors closed and
all seat belts fastened, it may indi-
cate a malfunction in the system.
Have the system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for this service.

•

No changes should be made to the
seat belt system. For example, do not
modify the seat belt, add material, or
install devices that may change the
seat belt routing or tension. Doing so
may affect the operation of the seat
belt system. Modifying or tampering
with the seat belt system may result
in serious personal injury.

•

Once seat belt pretensioner(s) have
activated, they cannot be reused and
must be replaced together with the
retractor. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer
for this service.

•

All seat belt assemblies, including re-
tractors and attaching hardware,
should be inspected after any colli-
sion. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for
this service. NISSAN recommends
that all seat belt assemblies in use
during a collision be replaced unless
the collision was minor and the belts
show no damage and continue to
operate properly. Seat belt assem-
blies not in use during a collision
should also be inspected and re-
placed if either damage or improper
operation is noted.

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•

All child restraints and attaching hard-
ware should be inspected after any
collision. Always follow the restraint
manufacturer’s

inspection

instruc-

tions and replacement recommenda-
tions. The child restraints should be
replaced if they are damaged.

SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT AND
CHIME

The driver and front passenger seat is
equipped with an enhanced seat belt re-
minder function. If your vehicle is equipped
with an enhanced seat belt reminder func-
tion, a visual and audible alert will operate
if a driver or front passenger seat belt
is unbuckled at speeds of approximately
9 mph (15 km/h) or more under the follow-
ing conditions:
• If the driver seat belt is not fastened.

• The front passenger’s seat belt is not

fastened and the seat is occupied by a
passenger for 7 seconds after the power
switch is placed in the ON position.

• The front passenger’s seat belt is not fas-

tened and objects or external force on
the passenger seat change the seat belt
reminder classification to Occupied.

The seat belt warning light will flash under
the conditions shown above until the nec-
essary seat belt is securely fastened.

A warning chime will sound for approxi-
mately 90 seconds or until one of the fol-
lowing conditions is met:
• The unbuckled front occupant’s seat belt

is securely fastened.

• The seat belt reminder function in the

front passenger seat no longer detects
that the front passenger seat is occupied.

• The power switch is turned off or the

vehicle is placed in P (Park).

The below situations could result in the
seat belt reminder light being illuminated
and the chime sounding, even with no oc-
cupant present in the passenger seat:
• Heavy objects placed on the seat.
• Someone pushing or pulling on the front

passenger seat.

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

• An object placed under the front passen-

ger seat.

• An object placed between the seat cush-

ion and center console or between the
seat cushion and the door.

• An object hanging on the seat or placed

in the seatback pocket.

• A child restraint or other object pressing

against the rear of the seatback.

NOTE:

The rear seats may be equipped with a
seat belt warning in the vehicle informa-
tion display.

For additional information, see “Vehicle In-
formation display” (P. 2-26).

PREGNANT WOMEN

NISSAN

recommends

that

pregnant

women use seat belts. The seat belt should
be worn snug, and always position the lap
belt as low as possible around the hips,
not the waist. Place the shoulder belt over
your shoulder and across your chest. Never
put the lap/shoulder belt over your ab-
dominal area. Contact your doctor for spe-
cific recommendations.

INJURED PERSONS

NISSAN recommends that injured persons
use seat belts, depending on the injury.
Check with your doctor for specific recom-
mendations.

THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT
WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

•

Every person who drives or rides in
this vehicle should use a seat belt at
all times.

•

For the most effective protection
when the vehicle is in motion, the seat
should be upright. Always sit well back
and upright in the seat with both feet
on the floor and adjust the seat belt
properly.

•

Do not allow children to play with the
seat belts. Most seating positions
are equipped with Automatic Lock-
ing Retractor (ALR) mode seat belts.
If the seat belt becomes wrapped
around a child’s neck with the ALR
mode activated, the child can be se-
riously injured or killed if the seat belt
retracts and becomes tight. This can
occur even if the vehicle is parked.
Unbuckle the seat belt to release the
child. If the seat belt cannot be un-
buckled or is already unbuckled, re-
lease the child by cutting the seat
belt with a suitable tool (such as a
knife or scissors) to release the seat
belt.

Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat. For additional informa-

tion, see “Seats” (P. 1-2).

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2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retrac-

tor and insert the tongue into the buckle
until you hear and feel the latch engage.

•

The retractor is designed to lock
during a sudden stop or on impact.
A slow pulling motion permits the
belt to move and allows you some
freedom of movement in the seat.

•

If the seat belt cannot be pulled from
its fully retracted position, firmly pull
the belt and release it. Then smoothly
pull the belt out of the retractor.

3. Position the lap belt portion

low and

snug on the hips

as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the

retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure
the shoulder belt is routed over your
shoulder and across your chest.

The front passenger seat and the rear
seating positions three-point seat belts
have two modes of operation:
• Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
• Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

The ELR mode allows the seat belt to ex-
tend and retract to allow the driver and
passengers some freedom of movement
in the seat. The ELR locks the seat belt
when the vehicle slows down rapidly or
during certain impacts.

The ALR mode (child restraint mode) locks
the seat belt for child restraint installation.

When ALR mode is activated the seat belt
cannot be extended again until the seat
belt tongue is detached from the buckle
and fully retracted. The seat belt returns to
the ELR mode after the seat belt fully re-
tracts. For additional information, see “Child
restraints” (P. 1-22).

The ALR mode should be used only for
child restraint installation. During nor-
mal seat belt use by an occupant, the ALR
mode should not be activated. If it is ac-
tivated, it may cause uncomfortable seat
belt tension.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be cer-
tain that seatbacks are completely se-
cured in the latched position. If they are
not completely secured, passengers
may be injured in an accident or sud-
den stop.

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SSS0290

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the seat belt, push the button
on the buckle. The seat belt automatically
retracts.

Checking seat belt operation

Seat belt retractors are designed to lock
seat belt movement by two separate
methods:
• When the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor

• When the vehicle slows down rapidly

To increase your confidence in the seat
belts, check the operation as follows:
• Grasp the shoulder belt and pull forward

quickly. The retractor should lock and re-
strict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this
check, get the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service, or to learn
more about seat belt operation.

Center of rear seat

Selecting correct set of seat belts:

The rear center seat belt buckle is identified
by the CENTER mark

. The rear center

seat belt tongue can be fastened

only

into

the rear center seat belt buckle.

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LRS3224

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1-17

Shoulder belt height adjustment
(front seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should be
adjusted to the position that is best for you.
For additional information, see “Precau-
tions on seat belt usage” (P. 1-10).

To adjust, pull the adjustment button

and then move the shoulder belt anchor to
the preferred position

so that the belt

passes over the center of the shoulder. The
belt should be away from your face and
neck, but not falling off of your shoulder.
Release the adjustment button to lock the
shoulder belt anchor into position.

WARNING

•

After adjustment, release the adjust-
ment button and then try to move
the shoulder belt anchor up and
down to make sure that it is securely
fixed in position.

•

The shoulder belt anchor height
should be adjusted to the position
that is best for you. Failure to do so
may reduce the effectiveness of the
entire restraint system and increase
the chance or severity of injury in an
accident.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body size or driving position, it
is not possible to properly fit the lap/
shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender
that is compatible with the installed seat
belts is available for purchase. The ex-
tender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm)
of length and may be used for either the
driver or front passenger seating position.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for assistance with
purchasing an extender if an extender is
required.

WARNING

•

Only NISSAN seat belt extenders,
made by the same company which
made the original equipment seat
belts, should be used with NISSAN
seat belts.

•

Adults and children who can use the
standard seat belt should not use an
extender.

Such

unnecessary

use

could result in serious personal injury
in the event of an accident.

•

Never use seat belt extenders to in-
stall child restraints. If the child re-
straint is not secured properly, the
child could be seriously injured or
killed in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

•

To clean the seat belt webbing,

apply a

mild soap solution or any solution rec-
ommended for cleaning upholstery or
carpets. Then wipe with a cloth and allow
the seat belts to dry in the shade. Do not
allow the seat belts to retract until they
are completely dry.

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Safety–Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

•

If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt
guide of the seat belt anchors,

the seat

belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoul-
der belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

•

Periodically check to see that the seat
belt and the metal components,

such

as buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible
wires and anchors, work properly. If loose
parts, deterioration, cuts or other dam-
age on the webbing is found, the entire
seat belt assembly should be replaced.

WARNING

Do not allow children to play with the
seat belts. Most seating positions are
equipped with Automatic Locking Re-
tractor (ALR) mode seat belts. If the seat
belt becomes wrapped around a child’s
neck with the ALR mode activated, the
child can be seriously injured or killed
if the seat belt retracts and becomes
tight. This can occur even if the vehicle
is parked. Unbuckle the seat belt to re-
lease the child. If the seat belt cannot
be unbuckled or is already unbuckled,
release the child by cutting the seat
belt with a suitable tool (such as a knife
or scissors) to release the seat belt.

Children need adults to help protect them.
They need to be properly restrained.

In addition to the general information in
this manual, child safety information is
available from many other sources, includ-
ing doctors, teachers, government traffic
safety offices, and community organiza-
tions. Every child is different, so be sure to
learn the best way to transport your child.

There are three basic types of child restraint
systems:
• Rear-facing child restraint
• Forward-facing child restraint
• Booster seat

The proper restraint depends on the child’s
size. Generally, infants up to about 1 year
and less than 20 lbs. (9 kg) should be placed
in rear-facing child restraints. Forward-
facing child restraints are available for chil-
dren who outgrow rear-facing child re-
straints and are at least 1 year old. Booster
seats are used to help position a vehicle
lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no
longer use a forward-facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special pro-
tection. The vehicle’s seat belts may
not fit them properly. The shoulder belt
may come too close to the face or neck.
The lap belt may not fit over their small
hip bones. In an accident, an improp-
erly fitting seat belt could cause serious
or fatal injury. Always use appropriate
child restraints.

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All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories require the use of approved child
restraints for infants and small children.
For additional information, see “Child re-
straints” (P. 1-22).

A child restraint may be secured in the ve-
hicle by using either the LATCH (Lower An-
chor and Tethers for CHildren) system or
with the vehicle seat belt. For additional
information, see “Child restraints” (P. 1-22).

NISSAN recommends that all pre-teens
and children be restrained in the rear seat.
According to accident statistics, children
are safer when properly restrained in the
rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because your
vehicle has a supplemental restraint sys-
tem (air bag system) for the front passen-
ger. For additional information, see “Sup-
plemental Restraint System (SRS)” (P. 1-43).

INFANTS

Infants up to at least 1 year old should be
placed in a rear-facing child restraint.
NISSAN

recommends

that

infants

placed in child restraints that comply with
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

You should choose a child restraint that fits
your vehicle and always follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions for installation and
use.

SMALL CHILDREN

Children that are over 1 year old and weigh
at least 20 lbs. (9 kg) should remain in a
rear-facing child restraint as long as pos-
sible up to the height or weight limit of the
child restraint. Children who outgrow the
height or weight limit of the rear-facing
child restraint and are at least 1 year old
should be secured in a forward-facing child
restraint with a harness. Refer to the manu-
facturer’s instructions for minimum and
maximum weight and height recommen-
dations. NISSAN recommends that small
children be placed in child restraints that
comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards. You should choose a
child restraint that fits your vehicle and al-
ways follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for installation and use.

LARGER CHILDREN

Children should remain in a forward-facing
child restraint with a harness until they
reach the maximum height or weight limit
allowed by the child restraint manufacturer.

Once a child outgrows the height or weight
limit of the harness-equipped forward-
facing child restraint, NISSAN recommends
that the child be placed in a commercially
available booster seat to obtain proper
seat belt fit. For a seat belt to fit properly, the
booster seat should raise the child so that
the shoulder belt is properly positioned
across the chest and the top, middle por-
tion of the shoulder. The shoulder belt
should not cross the neck or face and
should not fall off the shoulder. The lap belt
should lie snugly across the lower hips or
upper thighs, not the abdomen.

A booster seat can only be used in seating
positions that have a three-point type seat
belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle
seat and have a label certifying that it
complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards. Once the child has grown so the

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shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face
and neck, the lap belt can be positioned
properly across the lower hips or upper
thighs, use the seat belt without the booster
seat.

A booster seat should be used until the
child can pass the seat belt fit test below:
• Are the child’s back and hips against the

vehicle seatback?

• Is the child able to sit without slouching?
• Do the child’s knees bend easily over the

front edge of the seat with feet flat on the
floor?

• Can the child safely wear the seat belt (lap

belt low and snug across the hips and
shoulder belt across mid-chest and
shoulder)?

• Is the child able to use the properly ad-

justed head restraint/headrest?

• Will the child be able to stay in position for

the entire ride?

If you answered no to any of these ques-
tions, the child should remain in a booster
seat using a three-point type seat belt.

NOTE:

Laws in some communities may follow
different guidelines. Check local and state
regulations to confirm your child is using
the correct restraint system before travel-
ing.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any
seat and do not allow a child in the
cargo areas. The child could be seri-
ously injured or killed in an accident or
sudden stop.

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD
RESTRAINTS

WARNING

•

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use and instal-
lation of child restraints could result
in serious injury or death of a child or
other passengers in a sudden stop or
collision:

–

The child restraint must be used
and installed properly. Always fol-
low all of the child restraint manu-
facturer's instructions for instal-
lation and use.

–

Infants and children should never
be held on anyone's lap. Even the
strongest adult cannot resist the
forces of a collision.

–

Do not put a seat belt around both
a child and another passenger.

–

NISSAN recommends that all child
restraints be installed in the rear
seat. Studies show that children
are safer when properly restrained
in the rear seat than in the front
seat. If you must install a forward-
facing child restraint in the front
seat, see “Forward-facing child re-
straint installation using the seat
belts” (P. 1-35).

–

Even with the NISSAN Advanced
Air Bag System, never install a
rear-facing child restraint in the
front seat. An inflating air bag
could seriously injure or kill a child.
A rear-facing child restraint must
only be used in the rear seat.

–

Be sure to purchase a child restraint
that will fit the child and vehicle.
Some child restraints may not fit
properly in your vehicle.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS

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–

Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those
loads imposed by correctly fitted
child restraints. Under no circum-
stances are they to be used to
attach adult seat belts, or other
items or equipment to the vehicle.
Doing so could damage the child
restraint anchorages. The child re-
straint will not be properly installed
using the damaged anchorage,
and a child could be seriously in-
jured or killed in a collision.

–

Never use the anchor points for
adult seat belts or other items.

–

A child restraint with a top tether
strap should not be used in the
front passenger seat.

–

Keep seatbacks as upright as pos-
sible after fitting the child restraint.

–

Infants and children should al-
ways be placed in an appropriate
child restraint while in the vehicle.

•

When the child restraint is not in use,
keep it secured with the LATCH sys-
tem or a seat belt. In a sudden stop
or collision, loose objects can injure
occupants or damage the vehicle.

CAUTION

A child restraint in a closed vehicle can
become very hot. Check the seating
surface and buckles before placing a
child in the child restraint.

This vehicle is equipped with a universal
child restraint anchor system, referred to
as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers
for CHildren) system. Some child restraints
include rigid or webbing-mounted attach-
ments that can be connected to these
anchors.

For additional information, see “LATCH
(Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
system” (P. 1-24).

If you do not have a LATCH compatible
child restraint, the vehicle seat belts can be
used.

Several manufacturers offer child restraints
for infants and small children of various
sizes. When selecting any child restraint,
keep the following points in mind:
• Choose only a restraint with a label certi-

fying that it complies with Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

• Check the child restraint in your vehicle to

be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s
seat and seat belt system.

• If the child restraint is compatible with

your vehicle, place your child in the child
restraint and check the various adjust-
ments to be sure the child restraint is
compatible with your child. Choose a
child restraint that is designed for your
child’s height and weight. Always follow all
recommended procedures.

• If the combined weight of the child and

child restraint is less than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg),
you may use either the LATCH anchors or
the seat belt to install the child restraint
(not both at the same time).

• If the combined weight of the child and

child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5
kg), use the vehicle's seat belt (not the
lower anchors) to install the child restraint.

• Be sure to follow the child restraint manu-

facturer's instructions for installation.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories require that infants and small
children be restrained in an approved
child restraint at all times while the ve-
hicle is being operated. Canadian law re-
quires the top tether strap on forward-
facing child restraints be secured to the
designated anchor point on the vehicle.

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LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM

Your vehicle is equipped with special an-
chor points that are used with LATCH sys-
tem compatible child restraints. This sys-
tem may also be referred to as the ISOFIX
or ISOFIX compatible system. With this sys-
tem, you do not have to use a vehicle seat
belt to secure the child restraint unless the
combined weight of the child and child
restraint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the
combined weight of the child and child re-
straint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg) use

the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower anchors)
to install the child restraint. Be sure to follow
the child restraint manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for installation.

The LATCH anchor points can be used to
install child restraints in either of the rear
outboard seating positions or in the center
rear seating position. Please refer to the
following section of this Owner’s Manual for
specific information about installing a child
restraint in the center rear seating position
using the LATCH anchors.

LATCH lower anchor

WARNING

•

–

Only attach LATCH system com-
patible child restraints shown in
the illustration. For additional in-
formation, refer to the following
sections of this Owner’s Manual
for installation guidance.

–

Inspect the lower anchors by in-
serting your fingers into the lower
anchor area. Feel to make sure
there are no obstructions over the
anchors such as seat belt webbing
or seat cushion material. The child
restraint will not be secured prop-
erly if the lower anchors are ob-
structed.

•

Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used for adult seat belts,
harnesses or for attaching other
items or equipment to the vehicle.
Doing so could damage the child re-
straint anchorages. The child re-
straint will not be properly installed
using the damaged anchorage, and
a child could be seriously injured or
killed in a collision.

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LATCH system lower anchor locations

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LATCH lower anchor location

The LATCH lower anchors are located at
the rear of the seat cushion near the seat-
back. A label is attached to the seatback to
help you locate the LATCH lower anchors.

LATCH in the center rear seating
position

There are no LATCH anchors dedicated to
the center rear seating position. However,
the inboard LATCH anchors belonging to
the two outboard seating positions (indi-
cated by the arrows) can be used together
to secure a CRS in the center rear seating
position. These anchors are separated by a
distance

of 15.8 in (400.3 mm). Before

attempting to secure a CRS in this seating
position, ensure that the CRS manufactur-
er’s instructions permit the use of LATCH
anchors with the spacing indicated above.

(These are sometimes referred to as “shared
anchors” or “borrowed anchors.”)

CRS with rigid lower attachments cannot
be installed in the center seat. This type of
CRS should only be installed in the out-
board seating positions.

WARNING

•

Never attach two CRS attachments
to the same LATCH anchor. This may
overload the anchor in a collision,
which could increase the risk of the
occupant’s serious injury or death.

•

When installing the CRS in the center
rear seating position with the in-
board LATCH anchors, be careful to
ensure any occupant or CRS in the
outboard seating positions is prop-
erly restrained using the vehicle seat
belt and there is no interference with
the center CRS installation. If the out-
board occupants cannot be properly
restrained, consider using the vehicle
seat belt to restrain the CRS in the
center seating position, or moving
the CRS to another position instead.

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LATCH lower anchor location

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Installing child restraint LATCH
lower anchor attachments

LATCH compatible child restraints include
two rigid or webbing-mounted attach-
ments that can be connected to two an-
chors located at certain seating positions
in your vehicle. With this system, you do not
have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the
child restraint. Check your child restraint for
a label stating that it is compatible with the
LATCH system. This information may also
be in the instructions provided by the child
restraint manufacturer.

The child restraint top tether strap must be
used when installing the child restraint with
the LATCH lower anchor attachments or
seat belts. For additional information, see
"Top tether anchor" (P. 1-26) for installation
instructions.

When installing a child restraint, carefully
read and follow the instructions in this
manual and those supplied with the child
restraint.

Top tether anchor

WARNING

•

If the tonneau cover (if so equipped)
contacts the top tether strap when it
is attached to the top tether anchor,
remove the tonneau cover (if so
equipped) from the vehicle or secure
it on the cargo floor below its attach-
ment location. If the tonneau cover
(if so equipped) is not removed, it
may damage the top tether strap
during a collision. Your child could be
seriously injured or killed in a colli-
sion if the child restraint top tether
strap is damaged.

•

Do not allow cargo to contact the top
tether strap when it is attached to
the top tether anchor. Properly se-
cure the cargo so it does not contact
the top tether strap. Cargo that is not
properly secured or that contacts the
top tether strap may damage the
top tether strap during a collision.
Your child could be seriously injured
or killed in a collision if the child re-
straint top tether strap is damaged.

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LATCH webbing-mounted attachment

SSS0644

LATCH rigid-mounted attachment

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•

Child restraint anchorages are de-
signed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child re-
straints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used to attach adult seat
belts, or other items or equipment
to the vehicle. Doing so could dam-
age the child restraint anchorages.
The child restraint will not be prop-
erly installed using the damaged an-
chorage, and a child could be seri-
ously injured or killed in a collision.

Top tether anchor point locations

Anchor points are located on the back side
of the seatbacks.

The child restraint top tether strap must be
used when installing child restraints with
the LATCH lower anchor attachments or
seat belts. For additional information, see
“Installing top tether strap” (P. 1-34).

If you have any questions when install-
ing a top tether strap, it is recommended
that you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer for details.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
INSTALLATION USING LATCH

For additional information, see all Warnings
and Cautions in “Child safety” (P. 1-19) and
“Child restraints” (P. 1-22) before installing a
child restraint.

Do not use the lower anchors if the com-
bined weight of the child and the child re-
straint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg). If the com-
bined weight of the child and the child
restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5 kg), use
the vehicle's seat belt (not the lower an-
chors) to install the child restraint. Be sure
to follow the child restraint manufacturer's
instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing
child restraint using the LATCH system:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat.

Always follow the child restraint manu-
facturer’s instructions.

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2. Secure the child restraint anchor attach-

ments to the LATCH lower anchors. Check
to make sure that the LATCH attachment
is properly attached to the lower anchors.

3. For child restraints that are equipped

with webbing-mounted attachments,
remove any additional slack from the
anchor attachments. Press downward
and rearward firmly in the center of the
child restraint with your hand to com-
press the vehicle seat cushion and seat-
back while tightening the webbing of
the anchor attachments.

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Rear-facing rigid-mounted — step 2

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4. After attaching the child restraint, test it

before you place the child in it. Push it
from side to side while holding the seat
near the LATCH attachment path. The
child restraint should not move more
than 1 inch (25 mm), from side to side. Try
to tug it forward and check to see if the
LATCH attachment holds the restraint
in place. If the restraint is not secure,
tighten the LATCH attachment as nec-
essary, or put the restraint in another
seat and test it again. You may need to

try a different child restraint or try install-
ing by using the vehicle seat belt (if ap-
plicable). Not all child restraints fit in all
types of vehicles.

5. Check to make sure that the child re-

straint is properly secured prior to each
use. If the child restraint is loose, repeat
steps 2 through 4.

REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT
INSTALLATION USING THE SEAT
BELTS

WARNING

The three-point seat belt with Auto-
matic Locking Retractor (ALR) must be
used when installing a child restraint.
Failure to use the ALR mode will result
in the child restraint not being properly
secured. The restraint could tip over or
be loose and cause injury to a child in a
sudden stop or collision. Also, it can
change the operation of the front pas-
senger air bag. For additional informa-
tion, see “Front passenger air bag and
status light” (P. 1-55).

For additional information, see all Warnings
and Cautions in “Child safety” (P. 1-19) and
“Child restraints” (P. 1-22) before installing a
child restraint. Do not use the lower an-
chors if the combined weight of the child
and child restraint exceeds 65 lbs. (29.5 kg).
If the combined weight of the child and
child restraint is greater than 65 lbs. (29.5
kg), use the vehicle’s seat belt (not the lower
anchors) to install the child restraint. Be
sure to follow the child restraint manufac-
turer’s instructions for installation.

Follow these steps to install a rear-facing
child restraint using the vehicle seat belt in
the rear seats:

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