Nissan Leaf (2022 year). Manual in english — page 35

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6

Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”

Indicates whether the tire requires
an inner tube (“tube type”) or not
(“tubeless”).

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7

The word “radial”

The word “radial” is shown, if the tire
has radial structure.

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8

Manufacturer or brand name

Manufacturer or brand name is
shown.

Other tire-related terminology:

In addition to the many terms that
are defined throughout this section,
Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the
sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears

white

lettering

or

bears

manufacturer, brand and/or model
name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on
the other sidewall of the tire, or (2)
the outward facing sidewall of an
asymmetrical tire that has a particu-

lar side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle.

TYPES OF TIRES

WARNING

•

When changing or replacing tires, be
sure all four tires are of the same type
(Example: Summer, All Season or
Snow) and construction. A NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer may be able to help
you with information about tire type,
size, speed rating and availability.

•

Always use tires of the same type,
size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels. Failure to
do so may result in a circumference
difference between tires on the front
and rear axles which can cause the
VDC system to malfunction resulting
in personal injury or death, excessive
tie wear and may damage the trans-
mission and differential gears.

•

Replacement tires may have a lower
speed

rating

than

the

factory

equipped tires, and may not match
the

potential

maximum

vehicle

speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.

•

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

•

For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.

All season tires

NISSAN specifies all season tires on some
models to provide good performance all
year, including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All Season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on
the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better
snow traction than All Season tires and
may be more appropriate in some areas.

Summer tires

NISSAN specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance
on dry roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire traction
rating M&S on the tire sidewall.

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If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy
or icy conditions, NISSAN recommends the
use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all
four wheels.

Snow tires

If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load rat-
ing to the original equipment tires. If you do
not, it can adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.

Generally, snow tires will have lower speed
ratings than factory equipped tires and
may not match the potential maximum
vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.

If you install snow tires, they must be the
same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.

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

Use of tire chains may be prohibited ac-
cording to location. Check the local laws
before installing tire chains. When installing
tire chains, make sure they are the proper
size for the tires on your vehicle and are
installed according to the chain manufac-
turer’s suggestions.

Use only SAE Class S chains.

Class “S”

chains are used on vehicles with restricted
tire to vehicle clearance. Vehicles that can
use Class “S” chains are designed to meet
the SAE standard minimum clearances be-
tween the tire and the closest vehicle sus-
pension or body component required to
accommodate the use of a winter traction
device (tire chains or cables). The minimum
clearances are determined using the fac-
tory equipped tire size. Other types may
damage your vehicle.

Use chain tensioners when recommended
by the tire chain manufacturer to ensure a
tight fit. Loose end links of the tire chain
must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage
to the fenders or underbody. If possible,
avoid fully loading your vehicle when using
tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced
speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be
damaged and/or vehicle handling and
performance may be adversely affected.

Tire chains must be installed only on the
front wheels and not on the rear wheels.

Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving
with tire chains in such conditions can
cause damage to the various mechanisms
of the vehicle due to some overstress.

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CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES

Tire rotation

NISSAN recommends rotating the
tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).

As soon as possible, tighten the
wheel nuts to the specified torque
using a torque wrench.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

90 ft-lb (122 N·m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tight-
ened to the specification at all
times. It is recommended that
wheel nuts be tightened to the
specification at each tire rotation
interval.

WARNING

•

After rotating the tires, check
and adjust the tire pressure.

•

Retighten the wheel nuts when
the vehicle has been driven for
600 miles (1,000 km) (also in
cases of a flat tire, etc.).

•

For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.

Tire wear and damage

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1

Wear indicator

䊊

2

Wear indicator location mark

SDI1662

SDI1663

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WARNING

•

Tires should be periodically in-
spected

for

wear,

cracking,

bulging or objects caught in
the tread. If excessive wear,
cracks, bulging or deep cuts
are found, the tire(s) should be
replaced.

•

The original tires have built-in
tread wear indicators. When
wear indicators are visible, the
tire(s) should be replaced.

•

Tires degrade with age and
use. Have tires, over 6 years old
checked by a qualified techni-
cian, because some tire dam-
age may not be obvious. Re-
place the tires as necessary to
prevent tire failure and pos-
sible personal injury.

•

For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.

Replacing wheels and tires

When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carry-
ing capacity as originally equipped. For ad-
ditional information, see “Wheels and tires”
(P. 10-5) for recommended types and sizes
of tires and wheels.

WARNING

•

The use of tires other than those rec-
ommended or the mixed use of tires
of

different

brands,

construction

(bias, bias-belted or radial), or tread
patterns can adversely affect the
ride, braking, handling, Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) system, ground
clearance,

body-to-tire

clearance,

tire chain clearance, speedometer
calibration, headlight aim and bum-
per height. Some of these effects
may lead to accidents and could re-
sult in serious personal injury.

•

If

your

vehicle

was

originally

equipped with four tires that were
the same size and you are only re-
placing two of the four tires, install
the new tires on the rear axle. Placing
new tires on the front axle may cause
loss of vehicle control in some driving
conditions and cause an accident
and personal injury.

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•

If the wheels are changed for any
reason, always replace with wheels
which have the same off-set dimen-
sion. Wheels of a different off-set
could cause premature tire wear, de-
grade vehicle handling characteris-
tics, affect the VDC system and/or in-
terference with the brake discs. Such
interference can lead to decreased
braking efficiency and/or early brake
pad/shoe wear. For additional infor-
mation on wheel-off set dimensions,
see “Wheels and tires” (P. 10-5).

•

When using a wheel without the
TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS
will not function when a wheel is re-
placed, 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. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer
for this service.

•

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

•

The TPMS sensor may be damaged if
it is not handled correctly. Be careful
when handling the TPMS sensor.

•

When replacing the TPMS sensor, the
ID registration may be required. It is
recommended

that

you

visit

a

NISSAN certified LEAF dealer for ID
registration.

•

Do not use a valve stem cap that is
not specified by NISSAN. The valve
stem cap may become stuck.

•

Be sure that the valve stem caps are
correctly fitted. Otherwise the valve
may be clogged up with dirt and
cause

a

malfunction

or

loss

of

pressure.

•

Do not install a damaged or de-
formed wheel or tire even if it has
been repaired. Such wheels or tires
could have structural damage and
could fail without warning.

•

The

use

of

retread

tire

is

not

recommended.

•

For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.

Wheel balance

Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle
handling and tire life. Even with regular use,
wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,
they should be balanced as required.

Wheel balance service should be per-
formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
could lead to mechanical damage.

For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.

Care of wheels

For additional information on care of
wheels, see “Cleaning exterior” (P. 7-2).

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EMERGENCY TIRE PUNCTURE
REPAIR KIT

The emergency tire puncture repair kit
(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.

For additional information, see “Flat tire”
(P. 6-3).

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9 Maintenance and schedules

Maintenance requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Scheduled maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Where to go for service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

General maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Explanation of general maintenance
items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2

Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . 9-5

Explanation of scheduled maintenance
items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Chassis and Body Maintenance: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6

Maintenance schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6

Additional Maintenance Items for
severe operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
EV Maintenance schedules
(EM57 electric motor) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7

Some day-to-day and regular mainte-
nance is essential to maintain your vehicle
good mechanical condition, and its Electric
Vehicle (EV) system performance.

It is the owner's responsibility to make sure
that the scheduled maintenance, and gen-
eral maintenance, is performed.

As the vehicle owner, you are the only one
who can ensure that your vehicle receives
proper maintenance. You are a vital link in
the maintenance chain.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal
day-to-day operation. They are essential
for proper vehicle operation. It is your re-
sponsibility to perform these procedures
regularly as prescribed.

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.

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

The maintenance items listed in this sec-
tion are required to be serviced at regular
intervals. However under severe driving
conditions, additional or more frequent
maintenance will be required.

WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE

If maintenance service is required or your
vehicle appears to malfunction, have the
systems checked and serviced. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service.

NISSAN technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up-to-date with the
latest service information through techni-
cal bulletins, service tips, and training pro-
grams. They are fully qualified to work on
NISSAN vehicles

before

work begins.

If your vehicle is involved in a collision, it is
recommended that you ask your NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer where the nearest
NISSAN Certified Collision Center is located,
or go to http://collision.nissanusa.com.

You can be confident that a NISSAN certi-
fied LEAF dealer's service department per-
forms the best job to meet the mainte-
nance requirements on your vehicle.

During the normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle, general maintenance should
be performed regularly as prescribed in
this section. If you detect any unusual
sounds, vibrations or smells, be sure to
check for the cause or have a NISSAN cer-
tified LEAF dealer check it promptly. In ad-
dition, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer if you think
that repairs are required.

When performing any checks or mainte-
nance work, closely observe the “Mainte-
nance precautions” (P. 8-2).

EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

WARNING

Failure to follow the procedures listed
within this section may result in per-
sonal injury.

Additional information on the following
items with “ * ” is found in the “Do-it-
yourself ” section of this manual.

MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

9-2

Maintenance and schedules

Outside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should
be performed from time to time, unless
otherwise specified.

Doors and motor hood:

Check that the

doors and motor hood operate properly.
Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lu-
bricate hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and
links if necessary. Make sure that the sec-
ondary latch keeps the motor hood from
opening when the primary latch is released.

When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrica-
tion frequently.

Check that the gas stays or struts properly
and securely hold the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch fully open. If the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch is not held open, have the gas stays
or struts replaced.

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 in-
stalled securely. Also check headlight aim.

Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*:

When check-

ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.

Tire rotation*:

Rotate tires at the specified

interval

shown

in

the

maintenance

schedule.

Tires*:

Check the pressure with a gauge

often and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all
tires, to the pressure specified. Check care-
fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
tire pressure sensor:

It is recommended

that you replace the TPMS tire pressure
sensor assembly when the tires are re-
placed due to wear or age.

Wheel alignment and balance:

If the ve-

hicle pulls to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect un-
even or abnormal tire wear, there may be a
need for wheel alignment.

If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing
may be needed.

For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.

Windshield:

Clean the windshield on a

regular basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other dam-

age. Have a damaged windshield repaired
by a qualified repair facility. It is recom-
mended that you have a damaged wind-
shield repaired by a NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer, or a NISSAN Certified Collision Cen-
ter. To locate a collision center in your area,
refer to http://collision.nissanusa.com.

Windshield wiper blades*:

Check for

cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.

Inside the vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing scheduled maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Accelerator pedal:

Check the pedal for

smooth operation and make sure the
pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.

Brake pedal:

Check the pedal for smooth

operation. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer
to stop, it is recommended that you visit a
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer immediately.
Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.

Brakes:

Check that the brakes do not pull

the vehicle to one side when applied.

Maintenance and schedules

9-3

Electric shift P (Park) position mecha-
nism:

On a steep hill check that the vehicle

is held securely while the vehicle is in the P
(Park)

position

without

applying

any

brakes.

Parking brake:

Check the parking brake

operation 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 position, it is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service.

Seats:

Check seat position controls such

as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to
ensure they operate smoothly and all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and the locks
(if so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.

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 webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.

Steering wheel:

Check for changes in the

steering conditions, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.

Warning lights and chimes:

Make sure all

warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.

Windshield defroster:

Check that the air

emits from the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.

Windshield wiper and washer*:

Check

that the wipers and washer operate prop-
erly and that the wipers do not streak.

Under the hood and vehicle

The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically.

12–volt battery (except for maintenance
free batteries)*:

Check the fluid level in

each cell. The fluid should be at the bottom
of the filler opening. Vehicles operated in
high temperatures or under severe condi-
tions require frequent checks of the 12–volt
battery fluid level.

NOTE:

Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:

1. Installation or extended use of elec-

tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the EV system is not
running (Phone chargers, GPS, DVD
players, etc.)

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

Brake fluid level*:

Make sure that the brake

fluid levels are between the MAX and MIN
lines on the reservoir.

Coolant level*:

Check the coolant level

when the high voltage parts are cold. Make
sure that the coolant level is between the
MAX and MIN lines on the reservoir.

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.

9-4

Maintenance and schedules

Radiator and hoses:

Check the front of the

radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, defor-
mation, rot or loose connections.

Underbody:

The underbody is frequently

exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control dust. It
is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust will form on the
floor pan and frame. At the end of winter,
the

underbody

should

be

thoroughly

flushed with plain water, being careful to
clean those areas where mud and dirt may
accumulate. For additional information,
see “Cleaning exterior” (P. 7-2).

Windshield-washer fluid*:

Check that

there is an adequate amount of fluid in the
reservoir.

The following descriptions are provided to
give you a better understanding of the
scheduled maintenance items that should
be regularly checked or replaced. The
maintenance schedule indicates at which
mileage/time intervals each item requires
service.

In addition to scheduled maintenance,
your vehicle requires that some items be
checked during normal day-to-day opera-
tion. For additional information, see “Gen-
eral maintenance” (P. 9-2).

Items marked with

“*”

are recommended

by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation.

You are not required to perform mainte-
nance on these items in order to maintain
the warranties which come with your
NISSAN. Other maintenance items and in-
tervals are required.

When applicable, additional information
can be found in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

EV System Charging Port*:

Check the

charging port for any signs of contamina-
tion, dust, sand etc.

Charging Port Sealing Cap*:

Use only

compressed air with proper eye protection
to clean any contamination from the seal-
ing cap.

EV Battery Usage Report:

To maximize

the life of your Li-ion battery, have the EV
Battery Usage Report generated and re-
viewed with you. Review of the EV Battery
Usage Report is required as a condition of
EV battery warranty. Refer to your 2022
LEAF warranty information booklet for de-
tails. Both the 12 month and 24 month in-
spections will be performed by your
NISSAN certified LEAF dealer at no cost to
the vehicle owner.

Coolant:

Replace coolant at the interval

specified below. When adding or replacing
coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue)
or equivalent with the proper mixture. (Re-
fer to the Owner’s Manual to determine the
proper mixture for your area.) The recom-
mended service interval of the factory fill
coolant is 125,000 miles (200,000 km) or 15
years, whichever comes first. Subsequent
replacement of Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) should occur ev-
ery 75,000 miles (120,000 km) or 5 years,
whichever comes first.

EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

Maintenance and schedules

9-5

NOTE:

Mixing any other type of coolant or the
use of nondistilled water will reduce the
recommended service interval of the
coolant.

CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:

Brake lines and cables:

Visually inspect for

proper installation. Check for chafing,
cracks, deterioration, and signs of leaking.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged
parts immediately.

Brake pads and rotors:

Check for wear, de-

terioration and fluid leaks. Replace any de-
teriorated or damaged parts immediately.

In-cabin microfilter:

Replace at specified

intervals. When driving for prolonged peri-
ods in dusty conditions, replace the filter
more frequently.

Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaft boots:

Check

for damage, looseness, and leakage of oil
or grease. Under severe driving conditions,
inspect more frequently.

Tire rotation:

Rotate tires at the specified

interval shown in the maintenance sched-
ule. When rotating tires, check for damage
and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.

Reduction Gear Oil:

Visually inspect for

signs of leakage at specified intervals.

To help ensure smooth, safe and economi-
cal driving, NISSAN provides two mainte-
nance schedules that may be used, de-
pending upon the conditions in which you
usually drive. These schedules contain
both distance and time intervals, up to
120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96 months. For
most people, the odometer reading will in-
dicate when service is needed. However, if
you drive very little, your vehicle should be
serviced at the regular time intervals
shown in the schedule.

After 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96
months, continue maintenance at the
same mileage/time intervals.

ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS
FOR SEVERE OPERATING
CONDITIONS

Additional maintenance items for severe
operating conditions

should be per-

formed on vehicles that are driven under
especially demanding conditions. Addi-
tional maintenance items should be per-
formed if you primarily operate your vehicle
under the following conditions:
• Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles

(8 km).

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

9-6

Maintenance and schedules

• Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles

(16 km) with outside temperatures re-
maining below freezing.

• Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go

“rush hour” traffic.

• Extensive idling and/or low speed driving

for long distances, such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use.

• Driving in dusty conditions.
• Driving on rough, muddy or salt spread

roads.

• Using a car-top carrier.

If your vehicle is mainly operated under the
severe conditions, follow the severe use
maintenance intervals shown in the main-
tenance schedule.

Maintenance and schedules

9-7

EV MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
(EM57 electric motor)

The following shows the maintenance
schedule.

Choose

the

maintenance

schedule

needed based on your vehicle driving
conditions.

After 120,000 miles (192,000 km)/96
months, continue maintenance at the
same mileage/time interval.

7,500 miles/(12,000 km)/6 months

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.

Standard maintenance:

Inspections:
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/

hood lift supports

• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
• Suspension components (shocks, sub-

frame, tie rods)

Essential:
• Tire rotation

Severe use maintenance:

Inspections:
• Axle & suspension parts
• Brake pads & rotors
• Drive shaft boots
• Front suspension ball joints
• Steering gear and linkage
• Steering linkage ball joints

15,000 miles/(24,000 km)/
12 months

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.

Standard maintenance:

Inspections:
• Brake lines & cables
• Brake pads & rotors
• Charging port
• Drive shaft boots
• EV Battery Usage Report (1) (2)
• Reduction gear oil
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/

hood lift supports

• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
• Suspension components (shocks, sub-

frame, tie rods)

Essential:
• Replace in-cabin microfilter
• Tire rotation

9-8

Maintenance and schedules

Severe use maintenance:

Inspections:
• Axle & suspension parts
• Front suspension ball joints
• Steering gear and linkage
• Steering linkage ball joints

Essential:
• Replace brake fluid

(1) Review of the EV Battery Usage Report is
required as a condition of EV battery war-
ranty. Refer to your 2022 LEAF warranty in-
formation booklet for details. Both the 12
month and 24 month inspections will be
performed by your NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer at no cost to the vehicle owner.

(2) Performed based on the number of ser-
vice months only.

22,500 miles/(36,000 km)/
18 months

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.

Standard maintenance:

Inspections:
• Inspect Intelligent Key battery (1)
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/

hood lift supports

• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
• Suspension components (shocks, sub-

frame, tie rods)

Essential:
• Tire rotation

Severe use maintenance:

Inspections:
• Axle & suspension parts
• Brake pads & rotors
• Drive shaft boots
• Front suspension ball joints
• Steering gear and linkage
• Steering linkage ball joints

(1) Performed based on the number of ser-
vice months only.

30,000 miles/(48,000 km)/
24 months

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.

Standard maintenance:

Inspections:
• Axle & suspension parts
• Brake lines & cables
• Brake pads & rotors
• Charging port
• Charging port sealing cap
• Drive shaft boots
• EV Battery Usage Report (1) (2)
• Front suspension ball joints
• Reduction gear oil
• Steering gear and linkage
• Steering linkage ball joints
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/

hood lift supports

• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
• Suspension components (shocks, sub-

frame, tie rods)

Maintenance and schedules

9-9

Essential:
• Replace brake fluid
• Replace in-cabin microfilter
• Tire rotation

Severe use maintenance:

Not applicable. Proceed to next interval.

(1) Review of the EV Battery Usage Report is
required as a condition of EV battery war-
ranty. Refer to your 2022 LEAF warranty in-
formation booklet for details. Both the 12
month and 24 month inspections will be
performed by your NISSAN certified LEAF
dealer at no cost to the vehicle owner.

(2) Performed based on the number of ser-
vice months only.

37,500 miles/(60,000 km)/
30 months

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.

Standard maintenance:

Inspections:
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/

hood lift supports

• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
• Suspension components (shocks, sub-

frame, tie rods)

Essential:
• Tire rotation

Severe use maintenance:

Inspections:
• Axle & suspension parts
• Brake pads & rotors
• Drive shaft boots
• Front suspension ball joints
• Steering gear and linkage
• Steering linkage ball joints

45,000 miles/(72,000 km)/
36 months

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.

Standard maintenance:

Inspections:
• Brake lines & cables
• Brake pads & rotors
• Charging port
• Drive shaft boots
• EV Battery Usage Report (1) (2)
• Reduction gear oil
• Horn, lights, signals, wipers, rear hatch/

hood lift supports

• Battery terminals and cables, battery test
• Tire pressure, treadwear and depth
• Suspension components (shocks, sub-

frame, tie rods)

Essential:
• Replace intelligent key battery (2)
• Replace in-cabin microfilter
• Tire rotation

9-10

Maintenance and schedules