2014 Nissan Leaf Owner's Manual - Page 53

NOTE: • When charging the Li-ion battery, place the power switch in the OFF position. When the power switch is in the ON position, the Li-ion battery will not start charging. • If the charger is connected to the vehicle when it is in the READY to drive position, the power switch automatically changes to the ON position. Place the power switch in the OFF position to begin charging. • For your safety, if the charger is connected to the vehicle while the power switch is in the READY to drive position, the vehicle will automatically switch to the ON position. Because charging will not be started while the power switch is in this position, be sure to place the power switch in the OFF position. • When the ambient temperature is 32°F (0 °C) or less, charging time may be longer than normal and the level to which the Li-ion battery can be charged may be less than at higher temperatures. • If the vehicle will not be used for an extended period of time, charge the Li-ion battery once every 3 months. Do not operate the charging timer repeatedly while the charge connector is connected to the vehicle after the Li-ion battery charging is completed. Doing so may discharge the 12-volt battery. • The power switch can be set to ON position and the climate control and navigation system (models with navigation system) can be used while the Li-ion battery is charging. However, because these operations consume Li-ion battery power, it will take longer for the Li-ion battery to become fully charged. Place the power switch in the OFF position to help reduce Li-ion battery charge time. • If electrical power is interrupted while charging, charging restarts automatically when the electrical power is restored. • It is recommended to keep the charge cable connected to save Li-ion battery power, when the heater and air conditioner are operating with remote operation (models with navigation system). • If the charge port is frozen, melt the ice using a hair dryer. After the ice has melted, charge the Li-ion battery. Forcing the charge connector to connect may cause a malfunction. • If foreign materials have entered the charge connector and charge port and it is not possible to connect it, do not attempt to force the connection. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. Forcing the charge connector to connect may cause damage to the charging equipment and vehicle. • There is a hole on the charge port for water drainage. If the water drainage hole becomes blocked, or if water gets trapped inside the charge port, do not charge. Contact a NISSAN certified LEAF dealer. CH-4 Charging