Nissan Ariya: Cold weather driving

Basic information

WARNING

• Whatever the condition, drive with caution. Accelerate and decelerate with great care. If accelerating or decelerating too fast, the drive wheels will lose even more traction.
• Allow more stopping distance in cold weather driving. Braking should be started sooner than on dry pavement.
• Keep at a greater distance from the vehicle in front of you on slippery roads.
• Wet ice (32ºF, 0ºC and freezing rain), very cold snow and ice can be slick and very difficult to drive on. The vehicle will have a lot less traction or grip under these conditions. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted or sanded.
• Watch for slippery spots (glaring ice). These may appear on an otherwise clear road in shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead, brake before reaching it.

  Try not to brake while actually on the ice, and avoid any sudden steering maneuvers.

• Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the Li-ion battery: Do not store a vehicle in temperatures below -13ºF (-25ºC) for over seven days. If the outside temperature is -13ºF (-25ºC) or less, the Li-ion battery may freeze and it cannot be charged or provide power to drive the vehicle. Move the vehicle to a warm location.

NOTE

• Driving range may be substantially reduced in extremely cold conditions (for example under -4ºF (-20ºC) ).
• Using the climate control system to heat the cabin when outside temperature is below 32ºF (0ºC) uses more electricity and affects driving range more than when using the heater when the temperature is above 32ºF (0ºC).
• The Li-ion battery requires more time to charge when the Li-ion battery temperature control system (if so equipped) operates.
• The Climate Ctrl. Timer does not turn on while the Li-ion battery temperature control system (if so equipped) operates.
• Set only the charging timer [End Time] when charging in cold weather. The vehicle automatically determines when to start charging, to fully charge the Li-ion battery, whether or not the Li-ion battery temperature control system (if so equipped) operates.

12-volt battery

If the 12-volt battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions, the 12-volt battery fluid may freeze and damage the 12-volt battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the 12-volt battery should be checked regularly.

Coolant

If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-freeze, drain the cooling system. Refill before operating the vehicle.

Tire equipment

Basic information

SUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide superior performance on dry pavement. However, the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy conditions. If you operate your vehicle on snowy or icy roads, NISSAN recommends the use of MUD & SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels. It is recommended you consult a NISSAN certified ARIYA dealer for the tire type, size, speed rating and availability information.

For additional traction on icy roads, studded tires may be used. However, some U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohibit their use. Check local, state and provincial laws before installing studded tires.

Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-studded snow tires.

Tire chains may be used. For details, see "Tire chains" of this manual.

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) model

If you install snow tires, they must also be the same size, brand, construction and tread pattern on all four wheels.

Special winter equipment

It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during the winter:

• A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows.
• A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.
• A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.

Parking brake

When parking in the area where the outside temperature is below 32ºF (0ºC), do not apply the parking brake to prevent it from freezing. For safe parking:

• Push the park button to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position.
• Securely block the wheels.

Corrosion protection

Chemicals used for road surface deicing are extremely corrosive and will accelerate corrosion and the deterioration of underbody components such as the brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and fenders.

In the winter, the underbody must be cleaned periodically. For additional information, see "Corrosion protection".

For additional protection against rust and corrosion, which may be required in some areas, it is recommended that you consult a NISSAN certified ARIYA dealer.

Freeing a frozen charge port lid

When the charge port is frozen, melt the ice.

Active sound enhancement (AWD models)

NOTE

• To operate the active sound enhancement system properly:
  • Do not cover the speakers.
  • Do not change or modify speakers and any audio related parts such as the amplifier.
  • Do not make any modification including sound deadening or modifications around the speakers.
• If you need to turn off the active sound enhancement system in the SPORT mode, it is recommended you visit a NISSAN certified ARIYA dealer.

The active sound enhancement generates sounds according to motor speed and driving modes through the speakers 1 to enhance the quality of the motor sound.