2013 Nissan Leaf Owner's Manual - Page 36

5. Check the Li-ion battery level and the estimated driving range shown on the meter. See ЉDriving rangeЉ in the ЉInstruments and controlsЉ section. NOTE: • Before driving, compare the driving distance to the destination displayed on the navigation screen with the estimated driving range shown on the meter. Determine if it will be necessary to charge the Li-ion battery before or while driving to your planned destination (models with navigation system). • If it is necessary to charge the Li-ion battery, use the navigation system to search for available charging stations on your planned driving route (models with navigation system). STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Press the power switch. 3. Check that the READY to drive indicator light illuminates and the start up sound is audible. See ЉReady to drive indicator lightЉ in the ЉInstruments and controlsЉ section. 4. For models with navigation system: If route guidance is necessary, enter the destination in the navigation system. See LEAF Navigation System Owner's Manual. EV Overview EV-17