2013 Nissan Leaf Owner's Manual - Page 297

PARKING BRAKE N (Neutral): Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The vehicle can be placed in READY to drive position in this position. Do not shift to the N (Neutral) position while driving. The regenerative brake system does not operate in the N (Neutral) position. However, the vehicle brakes will still stop the car. D (Drive): Use this position for all normal forward driving. If the vehicle is placed in the D (Drive) position while reversing, the chime will sound and the vehicle will switch into the N (Neutral) position. B-mode: Engages the regenerative braking system more aggressively on downhill slopes, and helps reduce brake use. Activated by moving the shift lever left and down. The shift lever will then return to the center position. WARNING • Be sure the parking brake is released before driving. Failure to do so could cause brake failure and lead to an accident. • Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle. • Do not leave children unattended in a vehicle. They could release the parking brake and cause an accident. • When leaving the vehicle, apply the parking brake and push the P (Park) position switch on the shift lever. ECO mode: Use ECO in order to help extend the driving range. In comparison to the D (Drive) position, ECO consumes less power for the traction motor and heater and air conditioner operations and enables the range of the vehicle to be extended. ECO can be selected from the D (Drive) or B-mode position. 5-14 Starting and driving