Nissan Leaf Owners Manual | 2025
9.5.1.3. Neutral hold mode function
This function enables you to turn off the EV system with the vehicle in the N (Neutral) position. While this function is activated, the vehicle can be moved by pushing with hand (when car washing) even if the power switch is in the OFF position. When using this function, release the electric parking brake.
Use this function on a level surface only. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move accidentally and could result in a collision or serious personal injury.
Do not use this function for a purpose other than car washing.
When the power switch is placed in the ON position after activating this function, depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle because the shift position is in the N (Neutral) position.
If this function is not activated regardless of proper operation, transmission may malfunction. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN certified electric vehicle dealer for this service.
To activate the Neutral hold mode, perform the following operations.
Push the power switch to start the EV system.
Release the electric parking brake and Automatic brake hold function.
Depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle in the desired location such as parking space, an automatic car wash entrance, etc.
Depress and hold the brake pedal through all steps listed below. Do not release it during the process to activate the Neutral hold mode.
Wait for 10 seconds without pushing any shift buttons.
It is necessary to perform the steps 6 through 8 within approximately 5 seconds.
Push the P (Park) position button and confirm the shift position indicator indicates the P (Park) position.
Push the shift button to the N (Neutral) position and confirm the shift position indicator indicates the N (Neutral) position and then release the shift button.
Push the N (Neutral) position button again. The Neutral Hold Mode activated indicator appears in the vehicle information display when the Neutral hold mode function is activated. (See
.)Confirm that the electric parking brake is released.
Place the power switch in the OFF position. The EV system will turn off with holding the N (Neutral) position.
To exit the Neutral hold mode, place the vehicle in other than N (Neutral) position.
If the electric parking brake is not released, release the electric parking brake. (See
.)When the power switch is placed in the OFF position while the shift position is in the N (Neutral) position, a message will appear in the vehicle information display. (See
.)If the Neutral hold mode is unavailable, a message will appear in the vehicle information display. (See
.) To activate the Neutral hold mode, wait for a while without shifting operation and then perform the operations again.