Nissan LEAF 2023 Owners Manual
6.4.2.11.
Power limitation indicator light
When the power limitation indicator light is illuminated, the power provided to the traction motor is reduced. Therefore the vehicle is not as responsive when the accelerator is depressed when the power limitation light is illuminated.
When this light comes on, a warning appears on the navigation display and the Vehicle Information Display. Follow the instructions provided on the navigation display (models with navigation system).
This light illuminates in the following conditions:
When the Li-ion battery available charge is extremely low.
When the Li-ion battery temperature is very low.
When the temperature of the electric vehicle system is high (motor, inverter, coolant system, Li-ion battery etc.).
When the electric vehicle system has a malfunction.
If the Low battery charge warning light is illuminated, charge the Li-ion battery as soon as possible.
If this indicator illuminates because the Li-ion battery is cold due to low outside temperatures, move the vehicle to a warmer location. The Li-ion battery temperature may rise when the Li-ion battery is being charged.
If the light illuminates when the electric vehicle system becomes hot due to continuous hill climbing either continue driving at a slower speed or stop the vehicle in a safe location. If this indicator does not turn off, contact a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer.
If the indicator illuminates in a situation other than those described above, or if it does not turn off, there may be a system malfunction. Contact a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer.
Power limitation mode results in reduced power and vehicle speed. The reduced speed may be lower than other traffic, which could increase the chance of a collision. Be extremely careful when driving. If the vehicle cannot maintain a safe driving speed, pull to the side of the road in a safe area. Charge the Li-ion battery if the charge is low or allow the Li-ion battery to cool.
You can reduce charging time and keep the Li-ion battery temperature lower if you:
Charge more frequently in smaller amounts,
Keep the battery at a higher level of charge.