Classification:

EL10-044f

Reference:

Date:

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December 10, 2015

2011-2016 LEAF; TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin has been amended to include configuration procedure for 2016 LEAF TCU.
Please discard all previous versions.

APPLIED VEHICLES:

2011-2016 LEAF (ZE0)

SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed in order to
set-up and maintain the Nissan LEAF Telematics system.
See the Telematics Overview, below, and the Bulletin Overview starting on page 2 for more
information.
NOTE: Detailed Telematics system information outside the scope of this bulletin can be
found in the AV–Audio Visual & Navigation System section of the Electronic Service Manual
(ESM).

TELEMATICS OVERVIEW
IMPORTANT: New LEAF nomenclature has been introduced; CARWINGSsm has been
changed to “NissanConnectsm EV”. 2011-2015 vehicles will still use the term CARWINGS in the
onboard settings menu and 2016 vehicles will use the term NissanConnect Services.
The Nissan LEAF is equipped with a wireless communication device called a Telematics
Communication Unit (TCU).
The connection between the TCU and the Data Center, along with an active NissanConnect EV
or NissanConnect Mobile Apps subscription, allows for various services. Availability is
dependent on vehicle model, trim level, packaging, and/or options.
For example:
Data Center



Some vehicle information and functions are available
to the vehicle owner via personal computer or
internet-enabled smart phone.



For 2011-2015 vehicles, additional information is
displayed on the navigation screen in the
CARWINGS section.
For 2016 vehicles, the additional information is
displayed on the navigation screen in the
NissanConnect Services section.



Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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BULLETIN OVERVIEW
During Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI):


The TCU is OFF when delivered to the dealership and will need to be turned ON
during PDI.



Use CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) to turn ON the TCU.



See Turning ON the TCU During PDI on page 4 for detailed instructions.

When replacing a TCU:


If the TCU requires replacement for any reason:
1. Turn OFF the original TCU using C-III plus.
2. Save the VIN DATA using C-III plus.
3. Remove the original TCU from the vehicle.
4. Deactivate (unregister) the original TCU by calling Nissan LEAF TCU
Replacement Support.
5. Activate (register) the replacement TCU by calling Nissan LEAF TCU
Replacement Support.
6. Install the replacement TCU in the vehicle.
7. Write the VIN DATA using C-III plus.
8. For 2016 model year only, Perform “After ECU Replacement” and manually
input TCU configuration.
9. Turn ON the replacement TCU using C-III plus.
10. Resend the NissanConnect EV/CARWINGS User ID and Password.



Each TCU is registered to a specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). TCUs
cannot be “swapped” between vehicles.



The replacement TCU must come from Nissan North America parts supply.

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

Contact Nissan LEAF TCU Replacement Support at 1-800-922-1528 to deactivate
the original TCU and activate the replacement TCU.



See When a TCU Needs to be Replaced on page 10 for detailed instructions.

After replacing an Audio/Visual (A/V) Control Unit:


After a replacement A/V control unit has been installed, the
NissanConnect EV/CARWINGS User ID and Password must be entered
into the new A/V control unit.



The vehicle owner was provided with this information during the initial
NissanConnect EV/CARWINGS registration.



See After A/V Control Unit Replacement - Enter NissanConnect EV/CARWINGS
User ID and Password on page 19 for detailed instructions.

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Turning ON the TCU During PDI
1. Connect the C-III plus VI to the vehicle.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Push the vehicle power switch twice to READY mode.
4. Launch C-III plus on the CONSULT PC.
5. Select Diagnosis (One System).

Step
5

Figure 1

NOTE: If Diagnosis (One System) is grayed out
and not available to select:

a) Minimize the C-III plus screen.

Figure 2
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Safely Remove Hardware icon

b) Select the Safely Remove
Hardware icon on the taskbar.
Figure 3

c) Select Eject SCR243_PCMCIA
Smart_Card_Reader
Figure 4

d) Wait for the Safe To Remove
Hardware message to appear.

Figure 5

e) Disengage/pop-out the C-III
Card Adapter with Immobilizer
Card by pressing the ejector
button.

Ejector
button

f) Maximize the C-III plus screen.
Diagnosis (One System)
should now be available to
select.

Card
Adapter

Figure 6
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6. Select TELEMATICS on page 2 of the all systems list.

Step
6

Figure 7

7. Select Work support.

Step
7

Figure 8

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8. Select TCU ACTIVATE SETTING.
9. Select Start.

Step
8

Step
9

Figure 9
10. Select Start.

Step
10

Figure 10

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11. Select On to turn ON the TCU.
12. Select End.

Step
11

Step
12

Figure 11

13. Select Start.

Step
13

Figure 12
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14. Select Start.

Step
14

Figure 13
15. Confirm “On” is displayed in the Current status field.

Step
15

Figure 14
16. Reinsert the C-III Card Adapter with Immobilizer Card, if removed.

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When a TCU Needs To Be Replaced
NOTE:


Each TCU is registered to a specific VIN. TCUs cannot be “swapped” between
vehicles.



The replacement TCU must come from Nissan North America parts supply.

1. Turn OFF the TCU using C-III plus.


Perform steps 1-15 of the Turning ON the TCU During PDI procedure starting on
page 4.
NOTE:
 Instead of selecting “On” in step 11, select “Off.”
 In step 15, confirm the current status is displayed as “Off.”
 After step 15, select End.

2. Select SAVE VIN DATA.
3. Select Start.

Step
2

Step
3

Figure 15

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4. Select Start.
NOTE: If the VIN data cannot be saved, you will have to manually enter the VIN later in
this procedure.

Step
4

Figure 16
5. Select End.

Step
5

Figure 17

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6. Remove the TCU from the vehicle.


Refer to the ESM, section AV – Audio Visual & Navigation System, for
removal information.

Steps 7 and 8 must be performed AFTER the original TCU is removed from the
vehicle and BEFORE the replacement TCU is installed.

7. Collect and have ready the following information:
a) VIN.
b) International Mobile Equipment Identity Number (IMEI) of the original TCU. This
number is located on the TCU.
c) IMEI Number of the replacement TCU. This number is located on the TCU.
d) Serial Number of the replacement TCU. This number is located on the TCU.

LABEL ON TCU
2011-2015 LEAF
2016 LEAF

Figure 19
Figure 18

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8. Call Nissan LEAF TCU Replacement Support at 1-800-922-1528. (Hours of operation
are listed at the bottom of the page.)
NOTE: The phone number shown above is for TCU activation and deactivation ONLY.
The Support Center agent is unable to assist with matters unrelated to TCU activation
and deactivation.

During this call:
 You will be asked for your name, dealership name, and all of the information
collected in step 7.
 The Support Center agent will deactivate the original TCU and activate the
replacement TCU.

IMPORTANT: Step 8 MUST be performed to activate the replacement TCU. If it is not
performed the TCU will not be able to communicate with the NissanConnect Global Data
Center.

9. Install the replacement TCU into the vehicle.


Refer to the ESM, section AV – Audio Visual & Navigation System, for
installation information

10. Perform steps 1-7 of the Turning ON the TCU During PDI procedure, starting on
page 4.

Nissan LEAF TCU Replacement Support – Hours of Operation (Central Time Zone)
Monday – Friday: 7AM – 10PM

Saturday: 8AM – 5PM

Special Holiday Hours:
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day
Christmas Eve: 7AM – 7PM
New Years Eve: 7AM – 7PM

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11. Select WRITE VIN (SAVED DATA).
NOTE: If VIN DATA could not be saved in step 4, proceed to Manually Enter VIN Data