Nissan Leaf Owners Manual | 2025
9.6.1.3. e-Pedal driving features
The e-Pedal system provides the following driving features:
When driving the vehicle
Depressing or returning the accelerator pedal will change the degree of acceleration and deceleration accordingly.
Returning the accelerator pedal generates more deceleration than normal. (The maximum deceleration changes according to the vehicle speed.)
Releasing (taking your foot off) the accelerator pedal reduces the vehicle speed. To stop the vehicle, depress the brake pedal.
The vehicle’s brake lights illuminate when the deceleration level reaches an ordinary braking operation.
If the e-Pedal system may not decelerate the vehicle sufficiently, depress the brake pedal whenever necessary. The brake pedal can be operated to reduce the vehicle speed in the same way as normal even when the e-Pedal system is activated.
When reversing the vehicle
With the shift position in the R (Reverse), the accelerator pedal can be used in the same way as in the e-Pedal system is off.
Other driving tips for the e-Pedal system
For smooth deceleration when the e-Pedal system is activated, it is recommended to adjust the accelerator pedal while driving with your foot on it (depressing or returning, but not releasing).
The e-Pedal system will not function under the following conditions:
When the vehicle is placed in the P (Park) or N (Neutral) position.
e-Pedal system does not work when a driving support function such as a ProPILOT Assist system is operating.
Brake pedal may move depending on deceleration and you may feel a noise when e-Pedal is active. This is a normal system operation.