Nissan Leaf (2023 year). Manual in english — page 31

The hill start assist system automatically
keeps the brakes applied to help prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards in the
time it takes the driver to release the brake
pedal and apply the accelerator when the
vehicle is stopped on a hill.

Hill start assist will operate automatically
under the following conditions:
• The shift lever is placed in the D (Drive), B

mode, or R (Reverse) position.

• The vehicle is stopped completely on a

hill by applying the brake.

The maximum holding time is 2 seconds.
After 2 seconds the vehicle will begin to roll
back and hill start assist will stop operating
completely.

Hill start assist will not operate when the
shift position is placed in the N (Neutral) or P
(Park) position or on a flat and level road.

The RSS sounds a tone to inform the driver
of obstacles near the bumper.

When the “DISPLAY” key is ON, the sonar
view will automatically appear in the in the
touch-screen display. An additional view of
the sonar status will appear in the vehicle
information display for reference.

WARNING

•

The RSS is a convenience but it is not
a substitute for proper parking.

•

The driver is always responsible for
safety during parking and other ma-
neuvers. Always look around and
check that it is safe to do so before
parking.

•

Read and understand the limitations
of the RSS as contained in this sec-
tion. The colors of the sonar indicator
and the distance guide lines in the
rear view indicate different distances
to the object.

•

Inclement

weather

or

ultrasonic

sources such as an automatic car
wash,

a

truck's

compressed-air

brakes or a pneumatic drill may af-
fect the function of the system; this
may include reduced performance or
a false activation.

•

This function is designed as an aid to
the driver in detecting large station-
ary objects to help avoid damaging
the vehicle.

•

The system is not designed to pre-
vent contact with small or moving
objects. Always move slowly. The
system will not detect small objects
below the bumper, and may not de-
tect objects close to the bumper or
on the ground.

LSD3247

REAR SONAR SYSTEM (RSS)

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•

The system may not detect the fol-
lowing objects: fluffy objects such as
snow, cloth, cotton, glass, wool, etc.,
and thin objects such as rope, wire
and chain, etc., or wedge-shaped
objects.

If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear
bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or
bent, the sensing zone may be altered
causing inaccurate measurement of ob-
stacles or false alarms.

CAUTION

•

Excessive noise (such as audio sys-
tem volume or an open vehicle win-
dow) will interfere with the tone and
it may not be heard.

•

Keep the sonar sensors (located on
the bumper fascia) free from snow,
ice and large accumulations of dirt.
Do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects. If the sensors are covered,
the accuracy of the sonar function
will be diminished.

SYSTEM OPERATION

The system informs with a visual and au-
dible alert of rear obstacles when the shift
lever is in the R (Reverse) position.

Sonar Operation Table

RR Sensor

Range

Sound

Display

P

x

†

R

o

o

N

x

†

D

x

†

o – Display/Beep when detect

† – Display on camera view

x – No Display and Beep

The system is deactivated at speeds above
6 mph (10 km/h). It is reactivated at lower
speeds.

The intermittent tone will stop after 3 sec-
onds when an obstacle is detected by only
the corner sensor and the distance does
not change. The tone will stop if the ob-
stacle moves away from the vehicle or if
the vehicle moves away from the obstacle.

When the object is detected, the indicator
(green) appears and blinks and the tone
sounds intermittently. When the vehicle
moves closer to the object, the color of the
indicator turns yellow and the rate of the
blinking increases. When the vehicle is very
close to the object, the indicator stops
blinking and turns red, and the tone
sounds continuously.

When the corner of the vehicle moves
closer to an object, the corner sonar indi-
cator

O

A

appears. When the center of the

vehicle moves close to an object, the cen-
ter sonar indicator

O

B

appears

LSD3773

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The system indicators

O

A

will appear when

the vehicle moves closer to an object.

HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
REAR SONAR SYSTEM

The system is automatically activated
when the power switch is placed in the ON
position and the shift lever is in the R (Re-
verse) position.

LSD2137

LSD4111

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Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the sonar system:

1. Press the

button until “Settings” ap-

pears in the vehicle information display
and then press OK. Use the

button

to select “Driver Assistance.” Then press
the OK button.

2. Select “Parking Aids” and press the OK

button.

3. Select “Sonar” and press the OK button

to turn the system on or off.

• Select “Parking sonar” and press the

OK button to turn the system on or off.

• Select “Display” and press the OK but-

ton to turn the display on or off.

• Select “Volume” to change the sonar

system volume to “High,” Med.” or
“Low.”

• Select “Range” to change the sonar

system distance to “Far,” “Med.” or
“Near.”

NOTE:

The system will automatically be turned
on when the EV system is restarted.

SONAR LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the sonar system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in seri-
ous injury or death.

•

The system is deactivated at speeds
above 6 mph (10 km/h). It is reacti-
vated at lower speeds.

•

Inclement

weather

or

ultrasonic

sources such as an automatic car
wash,

a

truck’s

compressed-air

brakes or a pneumatic drill may af-
fect the function of the system; this
may include reduced performance or
a false activation.

•

The system is not designed to pre-
vent contact with small or moving
objects. Always move slowly. The
system will not detect small objects
below the bumper or on the ground.

•

The system may not detect the fol-
lowing objects: fluffy objects such as
snow, cloth, cotton, glass-wool, etc.;
thin objects such as rope, wire and
chain, etc.; or wedge-shaped objects.

•

The system may not detect objects
at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and
may not detect certain angular or
moving objects.

•

Do not attach stickers (including
transparent material), install acces-
sories, or apply anything blocking
the sensors. These conditions may
reduce the ability of the system.

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE

When sonar blockage is detected, the sys-
tem will be deactivated automatically.

The system is not available until the condi-
tions no longer exist.

The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-
porary ambient conditions such as splash-
ing water, mist or fog. The blocked condi-
tion may also be caused by objects such as
ice, frost or dirt obstructing the sonar
sensors.

Action to take:

When the above conditions no longer exist,
the system will resume automatically.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The sonar sensors

O

1

are located on the

rear bumper. Always keep the area near
the sonar sensors clean.

The sonar sensors may be blocked by tem-
porary ambient conditions such as splash-
ing water, mist or fog.

The blocked condition may also be caused
by objects such as ice, frost or dirt ob-
structing the sonar sensors.

Check for and remove objects obstructing
the area around the sonar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including transpar-
ent material), install accessories or apply
additional paint near the sonar sensors.

Do not strike or damage the area around
the sonar sensors. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN dealer if the area around
the sonar sensors is damaged due to a
collision.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the Li-ion bat-
tery: Do not store the vehicle in tem-
peratures below -13°F (-25°C) for over
seven days. If the outside temperature
is -13°F (-25°C) or less, the Li-ion battery
may freeze and it cannot be charged or
provide power to run the vehicle. Move
the vehicle to a warm location.

NOTE:
• Connect the charger to the vehicle and

place the power switch in the OFF po-
sition when parking the vehicle if tem-
peratures may go below -4°F (-20°C).
For models with 40 kWh battery
model, this provides external power to
the

Li-ion

battery

warmer

(if

so

equipped) when it operates and does
not discharge the Li-ion battery. Ve-
hicle driving range is reduced if the Li-
ion battery warmer (if so equipped) op-
erates

(Li-ion

battery

temperature

approximately -4°F (-20°C) or colder)
while driving the vehicle. You may need
to charge the Li-ion battery sooner
than in warmer temperatures.

• The Li-ion battery requires more time

to charge when the Li-ion battery
warmer (if so equipped) operates.

LSD2843

COLD WEATHER DRIVING

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• The predicted charging time displayed

on the meter and navigation system (if
so equipped) increases when the Li-ion
battery

warmer

(if

so

equipped)

operates.

• Vehicle range may be substantially re-

duced in extremely cold conditions (for
example under -4°F (-20°C)).

• Using the climate control system to

heat the cabin when outside tempera-
ture is below 32°F (0°C) uses more elec-
tricity and affects vehicle range more
than when using the heater when the
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

• Climate control performance is re-

duced when using the Climate Ctrl.
Timer or Remote Climate Control while
the

Li-ion

battery

warmer

(if

so

equipped) operates (for models with
40 kWh battery model). Set only the
charging timer [End Time] when charg-
ing in cold weather. The vehicle auto-
matically determines when to start
charging to fully charge the Li-ion bat-
tery, even if the Li-ion battery warmer
operates. Charging ends before the set
end time if the Li-ion battery is fully
charged.

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK

To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
deicer through the key hole. If the lock be-
comes frozen, heat the key before inserting
it into the key hole or use the remote key-
less entry key fob.

ANTIFREEZE

In the winter when it is possible that the
outside temperature will drop below 32°F
(0°C), check the antifreeze to ensure proper
winter protection. For additional informa-
tion, see “Cooling system” (P. 8-5).

12-VOLT BATTERY

If the 12-volt battery is not fully charged
during extremely cold weather conditions,
the 12-volt battery fluid may freeze and
damage the 12-volt battery. To maintain
maximum efficiency, the 12-volt battery
should be checked regularly. For additional
information, see “12-volt battery” (P. 8-9).

DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER

If the vehicle is to be left outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system. Refill
before operating the vehicle. For additional
information, see “Cooling system” (P. 8-5).

TIRE EQUIPMENT

SUMMER tires have a tread designed to
provide superior performance on dry
pavement. However, the performance of
these tires will be substantially reduced in
snowy and icy conditions. If you operate
your vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSAN
recommends the use of MUD & SNOW or
ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer for the tire type, size,
speed rating and availability information.

For additional traction on icy roads, stud-
ded tires may be used. However, some U.S.
states and Canadian provinces prohibit
their use. Check local, state and provincial
laws before installing studded tires.

Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may
be poorer than that of non-studded
snow tires.

Tire chains may be used. For additional in-
formation, see “Tire chains” (P. 8-34).

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SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT

It is recommended that the following items
be carried in the vehicle during winter:
• A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to re-

move ice and snow from the windows
and wiper blades.

• A shovel to dig the vehicle out of

snow-drifts.

• Extra windshield-washer fluid to refill the

reservoir tank.

DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE

WARNING

•

Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),
very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” un-
der these conditions. Try to avoid
driving on wet ice until the road is
salted or sanded.

•

Whatever the conditions, drive with
caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating too fast, the
drive wheels will lose even more
traction.

•

Allow more stopping distance under
these conditions. Braking should be
started

sooner

than

on

dry

pavement.

•

Allow greater following distances on
slippery roads.

•

Watch for slippery spots (glare ice).
These may appear on an otherwise
clear road in shaded areas. If a patch
of ice is seen ahead, brake before
reaching it. Try not to brake while on
the ice, and avoid any sudden steer-
ing maneuvers.

•

Do not use cruise control on slippery
roads.

FREEING A FROZEN CHARGE PORT
LID

When the charge port is frozen, melt the ice
using a hair dryer.

PARKING BRAKE

CAUTION

•

When parking in an area where the
outside temperature is below 32°F
(0°C), the parking brake, if applied,
may freeze in place and may be diffi-
cult to release.

•

For safe parking, it is recommended
that you place the vehicle in the P
(Park) position and securely block
the wheels.

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6 In case of emergency

Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Roadside assistance program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Emergency EV (Electric Vehicle) shut off . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Repairing flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

If the Li-ion battery becomes completely
discharged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Push starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Towing your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Towing recommended by NISSAN . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Vehicle recovery
(freeing a stuck vehicle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under emer-
gency conditions. All turn signal lights will
flash.

WARNING

•

If stopping for an emergency, be sure
to move the vehicle well off the road.

•

Do not use the hazard warning flash-
ers while moving on the highway un-
less unusual circumstances force
you to drive so slowly that your ve-
hicle might become a hazard to other
traffic.

•

Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flasher can be actuated with the
power switch in any position.

Some jurisdictions may prohibit the use
of the hazard warning flasher switch
while driving.

In the event of a roadside emergency,
Roadside Assistance Service is available to
you. For additional information, please refer
to your Warranty Information Booklet (U.S.)
or Warranty & Roadside Assistance Infor-
mation Booklet (Canada) for details.

SIC2574

HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

6-2

In case of emergency

To shut off the EV system in an emergency
situation while driving, perform the follow-
ing procedure.
• Rapidly push the power switch three con-

secutive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or

• Push and hold the power switch for more

than 2 seconds.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)

This vehicle is equipped with TPMS. It moni-
tors tire pressure of all tires. When the low
tire pressure warning light is lit, and the “Tire
Pressure Low — Add Air” warning appears
on the vehicle information display, one or
more of your tires is significantly under-
inflated. If the vehicle is being driven with
low tire pressure, the TPMS will activate and
warn you of it by the low tire pressure
warning light. This system will activate only
when the vehicle is driven at speeds above
16 mph (25 km/h). For additional informa-
tion, see “Warning lights, indicator lights
and audible reminders” (P. 2-14) and “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P. 5-4).

WARNING

•

Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the

electric

medical

equipment

manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.

•

If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates while driving, avoid sud-
den steering maneuvers or abrupt
braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull
off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with underinflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and
increase the likelihood of tire failure.
Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to an accident and
could result in serious personal in-
jury. Check the tire pressure for all
four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to
the recommended COLD tire pres-
sure shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label to turn the low tire
pressure warning light OFF. If the
light still illuminates while driving af-
ter adjusting the tire pressure, a tire
may be flat or the TPMS may be mal-
functioning. If you have a flat tire, re-
pair it as soon as possible. If no tire is
flat and all tires are properly inflated,
have the vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a certified
LEAF dealer for this service.

EMERGENCY EV (Electric Vehicle)
SHUT OFF

FLAT TIRE

In case of emergency

6-3

•

When using a wheel without the
TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS
will not function and the low tire
pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute. The light will
remain on after 1 minute. Have your
tires replaced and/or TPMS system
reset as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer for these services.

•

Replacing tires with those not origi-
nally specified by NISSAN could af-
fect the proper operation of the
TPMS.

•

The Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire
Repair Sealant or equivalent can be
used for temporarily repairing a tire.
Do not inject any other tire liquid or
aerosol tire sealant into the tires, as
this may cause a malfunction of tire
pressure sensors.

•

NISSAN

recommends

using

only

Genuine

NISSAN

Emergency

Tire

Sealant provided with your vehicle.
Other tire sealants may damage the
valve stem seal which can cause the
tire to lose air pressure. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer as soon as possible
after using tire repair sealant (for
models equipped with the emer-
gency tire puncture repair kit).

REPAIRING FLAT TIRE

WARNING

•

After using Genuine NISSAN Emer-
gency Tire Sealant to repair a minor
tire puncture, do not drive the vehicle
at speeds faster than 50 mph (80
km/h).

•

Immediately after using the Genuine
NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant to
repair a minor tire puncture, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer. The Genuine
NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant can-
not permanently seal a punctured
tire. Continuing operation of the ve-
hicle without a permanent tire repair
can lead to a crash.

•

If you used the Genuine NISSAN
Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a
minor tire puncture, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer to replace the
TPMS sensor in addition to repairing
or replacing the tire.

•

NISSAN

recommends

using

only

Genuine

NISSAN

Emergency

Tire

Sealant provided with your vehicle.
Other tire sealants may damage the
valve stem seal which can cause the
tire to lose air pressure.

This vehicle does not have a spare tire. The
emergency

tire

puncture

repair

kit

(Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant)
is supplied with the vehicle instead of a
spare tire. It can be used to temporarily
repair minor tire punctures.

If possible, have the vehicle towed to a fa-
cility that can repair or replace the flat tire.
Using the emergency tire puncture repair
kit may cause a malfunction of the tire
pressure sensor and cause the low tire
pressure warning light to illuminate.

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In case of emergency

CAUTION

•

To avoid the emergency tire puncture
kit being damaged during storage or
use:

–

Only use the emergency tire punc-

ture repair kit on your vehicle. Do
not use it on other vehicles.

–

Only use the kit to inflate the tires

of your vehicle and to check the
vehicle’s tire pressure.

–

Only plug the compressor into a

12-volt DC car power point.

–

Keep the kit free of water and dirt.

–

Do not disassemble or modify the

kit.

–

Do not drop the kit or allow hard

impacts to the kit.

•

Do not use the emergency tire punc-
ture repair kit under the following
conditions. It is recommended that
you visit a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer

or

professional

road

assistance.

–

when the sealant has passed its

expiration date (shown on the la-
bel attached to the bottle)

–

when the cut or the puncture is

approximately 0.25 in (6 mm) or
longer

–

when the tire sidewall is damaged

–

when the vehicle has been driven

with extremely low tire pressure

–

when the tire has come off the in-

side or the outside of the wheel

–

when the tire wheel is damaged

–

when two or more tires are flat

If you have a flat tire, follow the instructions
below.

Stopping the vehicle

1. Safely move the vehicle off the road and

away from traffic.

2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

3. Park on a level surface and apply the

parking brake.

4. Push the P (Park) position switch on the

shift lever to the P (Park) position.

5. Turn off the EV system.

6. Raise the hood to warn other traffic and

to signal professional road assistance
personnel that you need assistance.

7. Have all passengers get out of the ve-

hicle and stand in a safe place, away
from traffic and clear of the vehicle.

WARNING

•

Make sure the parking brake is se-
curely applied and the vehicle is
placed into the P (Park) position.

•

Never repair tires when the vehicle is
on a slope, ice or slippery areas. This
is hazardous.

•

Never repair tires if oncoming traffic
is close to your vehicle. Wait for pro-
fessional road assistance.

In case of emergency

6-5

Getting emergency tire puncture
repair kit

Take out the emergency tire puncture re-
pair kit located in the cargo area. The repair
kit consists of the following items:

O

1

Tire sealant bottle

O

2

Air compressor*

O

3

Speed restriction sticker

* The compressor shape may differ de-
pending on the models.

Before using emergency tire
puncture repair kit

• If any foreign object (for example, a screw

or nail) is embedded in the tire, do not
remove it.

• Check the expiration date of the sealant

(shown on the label attached to the
bottle). Never use a sealant whose expira-
tion date has passed.

Repairing tire

WARNING

Observe

the

following

precautions

when using the tire repair compound.

•

Swallowing the compound is dan-
gerous. Immediately drink as much
water as possible and seek prompt
medical assistance.

•

Rinse well with lots of water if the
compound comes into contact with
skin or eyes. If irritation persists, seek
prompt medical attention.

•

Keep the repair compound out of the
reach of children.

•

The emergency repair compound
may cause a malfunction of the tire
pressure sensors and cause the low
tire pressure warning light to illumi-
nate. Have the tire pressure sensor
replaced as soon as possible.

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6-6

In case of emergency

1. Take out the speed restriction sticker

from the air compressor, then put it in a
location where the driver can see it while
driving.

CAUTION

Do not put the speed restriction label on
the steering wheel pad, the speedom-
eter or the warning light locations.

2. Take the hose

O

1

and the power plug

O

2

out of the air compressor. Remove the
cap of the bottle holder from the air
compressor.

3. Remove the cap from the tire sealant

bottle. Leave the bottle seal intact.
Screw the bottle clockwise into the
bottle holder to pierce the seal of the
bottle.

4. Remove the cap from the tire valve on

the flat tire.

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In case of emergency

6-7

5. Remove the protective cap

O

A

of the

hose and screw the hose securely onto
the tire valve. Make sure that the pres-
sure release valve

O

B

is securely tight-

ened. Make sure that the air compressor
switch is in the OFF (O) position, and
then insert the power plug into the
power outlet in the vehicle.

6. Push the power switch to the ACC posi-

tion. Then turn the compressor switch
to the ON (−) position and inflate the tire
up to the pressure that is specified on
the Tire and Loading Information label
affixed to the driver’s side center pillar if
possible, or to the minimum of 26 psi
(180 kPa). Turn the air compressor off
briefly in order to check the tire pressure
with the pressure gauge.

If the tire is inflated to higher than the
specified pressure, lower the tire pres-
sure by releasing air with the pressure
release valve.

NOTE:

The compressor tire pressure gauge
may show a pressure reading of 87 psi
(600 kPa) for about 30 seconds while in-
flating the tire. The pressure gauge is in-
dicating the pressure inside the sealant
can. When the sealant has been injected
into the tire the pressure gauge will drop
and indicate actual tire pressure.

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury while
using the emergency tire puncture re-
pair kit:

•

Securely

tighten

the

compressor

hose to the tire valve. Failure to do so
can cause the sealant to spray into
the air and get into your eyes or on
the skin.

•

Do not stand directly beside the
damaged tire while it is being in-
flated because of the risk of the rup-
ture. If there are any cracks or bumps,
turn

the

compressor

off

immediately.

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6-8

In case of emergency

If the tire pressure does not increase to

26

psi (180 kPa) within 10 minutes

, the tire

may be seriously damaged and

the tire

cannot be repaired with this tire repair
kit.

It is recommended that you visit a

NISSAN certified LEAF dealer.

7. When the tire pressure is at the specified

amount, turn the air compressor off. If
the tire cannot be inflated to the speci-
fied amount, the air compressor can be
turned off at the minimum of 26 psi (180
kPa). Remove the power plug from the
power outlet and quickly remove the
hose from the tire valve. Attach the pro-
tective cap and valve cap. Properly stow
the emergency tire puncture repair kit in
the cargo area.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury when
stowing the emergency tire puncture
repair kit:

•

Keep the sealant bottle screwed into
the compressor. Failure to do so can
cause the sealant to spray into the air
and get into your eyes or on the skin.

8. Immediately drive the vehicle for 10 min-

utes or 2 miles (3 km) at a speed below
50 mph (80 km/h).

9. After driving, make sure that the air

compressor switch is in the OFF posi-
tion, then screw the hose securely onto
the tire valve. Check the tire pressure
with the pressure gauge. Temporary re-
pair is completed if the tire pressure
does not drop.

Make sure the pressure is adjusted to
the pressure that is specified on the Tire
and Loading Information label before
driving.

10. If the tire pressure drops, repeat the

steps from 5 to 9. If the pressure drops
again or under 19 psi (130 kPa),

the tire

cannot be repaired with this tire re-
pair kit

. If the tire cannot be repaired,

the driver should not drive on it any
further. The car should be towed to the
nearest dealership.

The sealant bottle and hose cannot be
reused to repair another punctured tire.
It is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer to pur-
chase replacements.

After repairing tire

It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified

LEAF

dealer

for

tire

repair/

replacement as soon as possible.

WARNING

•

After using Genuine NISSAN Emer-
gency Tire Sealant to repair a minor
tire puncture, do not drive the vehicle
at speeds faster than 50 mph (80
km/h).

•

Immediately after using Genuine
NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant to
repair a minor tire puncture, it is rec-
ommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer. The Genuine
NISSAN Emergency Tire Sealant can-
not permanently seal a punctured
tire. Continuing operation of the ve-
hicle without a permanent tire repair
can lead to a crash.

•

Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pres-
sure sensors.

•

If you used the Genuine NISSAN
Emergency Tire Sealant to repair a
minor tire puncture, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer to replace the
TPMS sensor in addition to repairing
or replacing the tire.

In case of emergency

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