Nissan Leaf. Manual - part 937

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PREPARATION

PREPARATION

PREPARATION

Commercial Service Tool

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Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

FOR USA AND CANADA
FOR USA AND CANADA : Explanation of General Maintenance

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General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation

of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform

checks and inspections themselves or have their NISSAN dealers do them.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

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

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

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

etc.

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Doors and motor hood

Check that all doors and the hood operate smoothly as well as the back door. Also 
make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure that the 
secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lubrica-
tion frequently.

MA-29

Lamps

Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and other 
lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp aim. 
Check for cracks and clean the headlamps on a regular basis. The Low-headlamps 
are LED lamps. If any repairs are necessary, have these performed at a NISSAN 
certified LEAF dealer. Be sure to check that all indicator lamps display operate nor-
mally.

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Wheel nuts

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

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Tire rotation

Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). 

WT-44, "Tire Rota-

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Tires

Check the pressure with a gauge often and always prior to long distance trips. Adjust 
the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified. Check care-
fully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.

WT-51

Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) 
transmitter components

Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires are 
replaced due to wear or age.

WT-47

Wheel alignment and 
balance

If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or 
if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel alignment. 
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel balancing 
may be needed. For additional information regarding tires, refer to "lmportant Tire 
Safety Information" (US) or "Tire Safety Information" (Canada) in the NISSAN War-
ranty Information Booklet.

FSU-11

 

RSU-7

WT-43, "Wheel Bal-

ance Adjustment"

Windshield

Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six 
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary.

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Windshield wiper 
blades

Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.

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Accelerator pedal

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

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Brake pedal

Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance un-
der it when depressed fully. Be sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal.

BR-490

Brakes

Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied.

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Electric shift P (Park) po-
sition mechanism 

Check that the park button on the selector lever operates properly and smoothly. On 
a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the park switch in the P 
(Park) position without applying any brakes.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically.

FOR MEXICO
FOR MEXICO : General Maintenance

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General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation

of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the

checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

Parking brake

Check that the pedal has the proper travel and make sure that the vehicle is held se-
curely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied.

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Seats

Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to make 
sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every position. Check 
that the head restrains move up and down smoothly and that the locks (if equipped) 
hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches lock securely for folding-
down rear seatbacks.

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Seat belts

Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and re-
tractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt 
webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.

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Steering wheel

Check that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering condition, such 
as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
 Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)

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Warning lamps and 
chimes

Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly.

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Windshield defroster

Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient quantity 
when operating the heater or air conditioner.

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Windshield wiper and 
washer

Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not streak.

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12-volt Battery

Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines. 
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent 
checks of the 12V battery fluid level.

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Brake fluid level

Make sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the res-
ervoir.

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Coolant level

Make sure that the coolant level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reser-
voirs. Check the coolant level when the coolant is cold.

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Fluid leaks

Check under the vehicle for oil, 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 the cause and correct it immediately.

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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, deformation, deterioration 
or loose connections.

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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 substances, 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 can easily accumulate.

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Windshield washer fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.

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

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

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

etc.

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Doors and hood

Check that all doors and the hood operate smoothly as well as the back door, 
trunk lid and hatch. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if nec-
essary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when 
the primary latch is released. When driving in areas using road salt or other cor-
rosive materials, check for lubrication frequently.

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Lamps

Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. Make sure that the headlamps, stop 
lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and other lamps are all operating properly 
and installed securely. Also check the aim of the headlamps.

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Tires

Check the pressure with a gauge often and always prior to long distance trips. Ad-
just the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified. Check 
carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.

WT-51

Tire rotation

In the case that Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) and front & rear tires are same size; 
Tires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). Tires marked with direc-
tional indicators can only be rotated between front and rear. Make sure that the 
directional indicators point in the direction of wheel rotation after the tire rotation 
is completed.
In the case that Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and front & rear tires are same size; 
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 km (3,000 miles). Tires marked with direction-
al indicators can only be rotated between front and rear. Make sure that the direc-
tional indicators point in the direction of wheel rotation after the tire rotation is 
completed.
In the case that front tires are different size from rear tires; Tires cannot be rotat-
ed. However, the timing for tire rotation may vary according to your driving habits 
and the road surface conditions.

MA-25

Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) 
transmitter compo-
nents
(if equipped)

Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires 
are replaced due to wear or age.

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Wheel alignment and 
balance

If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road, 
or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel 
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel 
balancing may be needed.

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Windshield

Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six 
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary.

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Windshield wiper 
blades

Check for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly.

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Accelerator pedal

Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure that the pedal does not 
catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.

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Brake pedal

Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure that it is the proper distance 
from the floor mat when depressed fully. Be sure to keep the floor mats away from 
the pedal.

BR-490

Parking brake

Check the parking brake operation regularly. Check that the lever (if equipped) or 
the pedal (if equipped) has the proper travel. Also make sure that the vehicle is 
held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is applied.

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Seat belts

Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and 
retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the 
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.

SB-5

Steering wheel

Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as excessive play, hard steer-
ing or strange noises.
Check that it has the specified play.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)

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