2011 NISSAN LEAF Owner's Manual - Foreword - Read First Then Drive Safely

Oct 28, 2026

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Foreword text welcomes new NISSAN LEAF owners and explains that the vehicle is delivered with confidence, using the latest techniques and strict quality control. The manual helps owners understand operation and maintenance, referring to separate Warranty Information, Service and Maintenance Guide, and U.S.-only Customer Care/Lemon Law booklet. It advises reviewing safety reminders, avoiding alcohol and drugs, following speed limits, maintaining full attention while driving, using seat belts and proper child restraints, and using safety features information for all occupants. Modification is discouraged because it can affect performance, safety, durability, and warranty coverage.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages354

Reading Time14 h 52 min

AccessFree to download

Foreword

Read First—Then Drive Safely

Important Safety Information Reminders

Modification of Your Vehicle

When Reading the Manual

Important Information About This Manual

California Proposition 65 Warning

California Perchlorate Advisory

NISSAN Customer Care Program

FOREWORD Welcome to the growing family of new NISSAN owners. This vehicle is delivered to you with confidence. It was produced using the latest techniques and strict quality control. This manual was prepared to help you understand the operation and maintenance of your vehicle so that you may enjoy many miles of driving pleasure. Please read through this manual before operating your vehicle. A separate Warranty Information Booklet explains details about the warranties covering your vehicle. The NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Additionally, a separate Customer Care/Lemon Law Booklet (U.S. only) will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law. In additional factory installed options, your vehicle may also be equipped with additional accessories installed by NISSAN or by your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer prior to delivery. It is important that you familiarize yourself with all disclosures, warnings, cautions, and instructions concerning proper use of such accessories prior to operating the vehicle and/or accessory. Please see your dealer for details concerning the particular accessories with which your vehicle is equipped. Your NISSAN certified LEAF dealer knows your vehicle best. When you require any service or have any questions, we will be glad to assist you with the extensive resources available to us. READ FIRST—THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle, read your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle. WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you and your passengers! . NEVER drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. . ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions. . ALWAYS give your full attention to driving and avoid using vehicle features or taking other actions that could distract you. . ALWAYS use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems. Pre-teen children should be seated in the rear seat. . ALWAYS provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. . ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for important safety information. MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under NISSAN warranties. WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. NISSAN reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. If you see the symbol above, it means “Do not do this” or “Do not let this happen”. If you see a symbol similar to those above in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle. Arrows in an illustration that are similar to those above indicate movement or action. Arrows in an illustration that are simi

FAQs

What should owners do before operating the vehicle?

Read the Owner’s Manual carefully first to understand controls and maintenance requirements and to support safe operation.

What safety rules are emphasized in the warnings?

Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, observe posted speed limits, stay fully attentive to driving, avoid distractions, and use seat belts with appropriate child restraint systems.

Why is vehicle modification not recommended?

Modifications can affect performance, safety, and durability and may violate regulations; damage or performance problems from modifications may not be covered by NISSAN warranties.

Oct 28, 2026

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