Nissan LEAF 2023 Owners Manual
8.13.2.4. Additional information
The TPMS does not monitor the tyre pressure of the spare tyre (where fitted).
The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH). Also, this system may not detect a sudden drop in tyre pressure (for example a flat tyre while driving).
The low tyre pressure warning light may not automatically turn off when the tyre pressure is adjusted. After the tyre is inflated to the recommended pressure, perform the TPMS reset procedure and then drive the vehicle at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH) to activate the TPMS and turn off the low tyre pressure warning light.
Depending on a change in the outside temperature, the low tyre pressure warning light may illuminate even if the tyre pressure has been adjusted properly. Adjust the tyre pressure to the recommended COLD tyre pressure again when the tyres are cold, and perform the reset procedure.
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tyre pressure warning light will flash for approximately 1 minute when the power switch is placed in the “ON” position. The light will remain on after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer.
If the TPMS indicator light illuminates while driving:
avoid sudden steering manoeuvres
avoid abrupt braking
reduce vehicle speed
pull off the road to a safe location
stop the vehicle as soon as possible
Driving with under-inflated tyres may permanently damage the tyres and increase the likelihood of tyre failure. Serious vehicle damage could occur which may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury.
Check the tyre pressure for all four tyres. Adjust the tyre pressure to the recommended COLD tyre pressure shown on the tyre placard to turn the TPMS indicator light “OFF”. In case of a flat tyre, replace it with a spare tyre (where fitted) as soon as possible. (See
for changing a flat tyre.)When a spare tyre is mounted or a wheel is replaced, the TPMS will not function and the TPMS indicator light will flash for approximately 1 minute. The light will remain on after 1 minute. Be sure to follow all instructions for wheel replacement and mount the TPMS system correctly.
Replacing tyres with those not originally specified by NISSAN could affect the proper operation of the TPMS.
The Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tyre Repair Sealant or equivalent can be used for temporarily repairing a tyre. Do not inject any other tyre liquid or aerosol tyre sealant into the tyres, as this may cause a malfunction of the tyre pressure sensors.
NISSAN recommends using only Genuine NISSAN Emergency Tyre Sealant provided with your vehicle. Other tyre sealants may damage the valve stem seal which can cause the tyre to lose air pressure. Visit a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer as soon as possible after using tyre repair sealant (for models equipped with the emergency tyre puncture repair kit).
If the vehicle is driven with a flat tyre, this may damage the TPMS sensor for that tyre.
The TPMS may not function properly when the wheels are equipped with tyre chains or the wheels are buried in snow.
Do not place metalised film or any metal parts (antenna, etc.) on the windows. This may cause poor reception of the signals from the tyre pressure sensors, and the TPMS will not function properly.
Some devices and transmitters may temporarily interfere with the operation of the TPMS and cause the TPMS indicator light to illuminate. Some examples are:
Facilities or electric devices using similar radio frequencies are near the vehicle.
If a transmitter set to similar frequencies is being used in or near the vehicle.
If a computer (or similar equipment) or a DC/AC converter is being used in or near the vehicle.
If devices which transmit electrical noise are connected to the vehicle's 12–volt battery supply.
When inflating the tyres and checking the tyre pressure, never bend the valves.
Use Genuine NISSAN valve caps that comply with the factory-fitted valve cap specifications.
Do not use metal valve caps.
Fit the valve caps properly. Without the valve caps the valve and tyre pressure monitor sensors could be damaged.
Do not damage the valves and sensors when storing the wheels or fitting different tyres.
Replace the TPMS sensor valve stem (including valve core and cap) and screw (where fitted) when the tyres are replaced due to wear or age. The screw (where fitted) must be fitted correctly with a torque setting of 1.4 ± 0.1 N･m. The TPMS sensors can be used again.
Use caution when using tyre inflation equipment with a rigid air supply tube, as leverage applied by the long nozzle can damage the valve stem.
Display information
TPMS indicator light(s) | Possible cause | Recommended action |
| Low tyre pressure Note: Usually, the pressure of the tyre decreases naturally. | Inflate tyre(s) to the correct pressure |
| Genuine NISSAN TPMS sensor is not detected at one or more wheels | Check if the TPMS sensors are present. If no sensor is present add a genuine NISSAN TPMS sensor |
TPMS radio communication interference between TPMS wheel sensor and TPMS receiver due to external sources. | Drive away from the area of interference | |
TPMS parts malfunction | If the problem persists contact a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer. | |
For additional information about low tyre pressure warning light, see
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