Nissan LEAF 2023 Owners Manual
6.4.2.9.
TPMS indicator light
When the power switch is in the ON position, the TPMS indicator light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates that the low tyre pressure warning system is operational.
This light illuminates or blinks if there is low tyre pressure or, in case of a tyre pressure warning system malfunction it will flash for 1 minute and then stay illuminated.
The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors the tyre pressure of all tyres except the spare (where fitted).
Visit a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer as soon as possible if the TPMS system is malfunctioning.
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. Contact a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer as soon as possible to check the TPMS system.
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. Visit a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer as soon as possible after using tyre repair sealant.
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.
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.
Low tyre pressure warning
If the vehicle is being driven with low tyre pressure, the warning light will illuminate.
When the TPMS indicator light illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tyre pressure to the recommended COLD tyre pressure shown on the tyre placard. The TPMS indicator light does not automatically turn off when the tyre pressure is adjusted. After TPMS reset operation or when the correct tyre pressure is detected, the vehicle must be driven at speeds above 25 km/h (16 MPH) to reset the TPMS and turn off the TPMS indicator light. Use a tyre pressure gauge to check the tyre pressure.
For additional information, see
.When wheels do not have genuine NISSAN tyre pressure sensors or if the TPMS malfunctions
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the TPMS indicator 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. Make sure the correct genuine NISSAN tyre pressure sensors or equivalent are fitted to the wheels. When the light still illuminates, have the system checked by a knowledgeable LEAF repairer such as a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer.
TPMS indicator light(s) | Possible cause | Recommended action |
| Low tyre pressure Note: Usually, the pressure of the tyre decreases naturally. |
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| Genuine NISSAN TPMS sensor is not detected at one or more wheels. | Check the TPMS sensors. |
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, see
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