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Remove charge connector
Nissan car Remove charge connector: unplug before driving
Risk level
Low
Usually safe to check without specialist tools.
Urgency
Medium
Quick answer
The Nissan Leaf vehicle information display shows the Remove charge connector warning because the power switch is in ACC or ON or you pressed the power switch with the brake pedal depressed to enter READY while the charge connector is still plugged in.
Safety first
Stop and check this first
- Never attempt to drive the vehicle with the charge connector attached, and never pull forcefully on a locked connector handle if the electric lock has not released.
- When the under-bonnet charge port unlock screw knob is used by a technician, the power switch must be in OFF and the knob must be turned anticlockwise only (about 4 turns); never turn the knob clockwise.
Safe checks you can perform
- Place the power switch in OFF and unlock the charge connector
- Verify that both normal and quick charge ports are completely clear
- Check key fob and auxiliary power response if the lock does not release
Leave these tasks to a qualified professional
- Do not attempt this professional task: Diagnosis of the charge connector detection circuit and READY interlock
- Do not attempt this professional task: Manual release via the charge port unlock screw and lock actuator inspection
What a technician must be able to justify
Technician visit
These are the steps they must carry out and show you. Tick them as they work: if steps are skipped, do not accept a part swap.
These are not instructions for opening or handling the equipment yourself. They are the checks that should support a technical conclusion.
Diagnosis of the charge connector detection circuit and READY interlock
What they doScan the EV control system with Nissan diagnostic equipment to check the charge connector proximity signal and inlet microswitch wiring.
They must show youThe live charge connector detection status parameter on the diagnostic scan tool.
In writingAll stored trouble codes, the repaired inlet switch or harness component, and verification that the vehicle enters READY.
Manual release via the charge port unlock screw and lock actuator inspection
What they doPlace the power switch in the OFF position, open the bonnet, remove the plastic holding clips and cover, turn the charge port unlock screw knob anticlockwise (about 4 turns, never clockwise) to release the charge connector lock, remove the connector, and inspect the lock actuator.
They must show youThe released charge connector and the condition of the charge port lock actuator and unlock knob.
In writingThe root cause of the connector lock failure, any replaced lock actuator parts, and verification of normal electric locking and unlocking.
Before accepting a part or repair
Nothing has been shown yet. Do not accept a part swap based on the code alone.
Follow these steps
Note: Follow the documented order. An error code identifies the affected system, but it does not prove by itself which part has failed.
Place the power switch in OFF and unlock the charge connector
- Who:
- Nissan Leaf driver before starting off.
- How:
- Place the vehicle power switch in the OFF position, press the charge connector unlock button on the Intelligent Key or instrument panel switch, and press the release button on the connector handle to unplug it from the port.
- Result that matters:
- Charge connector unlocked and removed from the Nissan Leaf charge port.
- If the connector releases smoothly and the car enters READY once unplugged, the warning was normal interlock operation.
- If the charge connector cannot be unlocked electrically even with the power switch in OFF, do not pull or pry the connector by force.
- Evidence to keep:
- Photo of the vehicle information display warning and the charging status indicator lamps on the dashboard.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
Verify that both normal and quick charge ports are completely clear
- Who:
- Vehicle owner.
- How:
- Once the cable is unplugged, visually inspect the exterior of the normal and quick charge inlets to ensure no adapter remains attached, then close the inner port caps and the charge port lid.
- Result that matters:
- Both charge inlets empty and charge port caps and lid closed.
- If an adapter was still inserted and removing it clears the warning in ON, the proximity circuit was detecting that adapter.
- If both inlets are completely empty yet the Remove charge connector warning stays on the display, the port detection circuit requires service.
- Evidence to keep:
- Photo showing both empty charge inlets alongside the active warning on the vehicle information display.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
Check key fob and auxiliary power response if the lock does not release
- Who:
- Driver.
- How:
- With the power switch in the OFF position, check whether the door locks and cabin lights respond normally to the Intelligent Key buttons.
- Result that matters:
- Confirmation of whether auxiliary electrical power is available to operate the charge port lock actuator.
- If central locking works normally but the charge connector lock still will not release, request technician assistance to use the under-bonnet unlock screw.
- If the vehicle does not respond to the key fob at all, low auxiliary power is preventing the electric lock actuator from operating.
- Evidence to keep:
- Note recording how the charge port unlock switch and door locks respond with the power switch in OFF.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
Still not solved
If the error persists, stop here. See what the technician must do and show you.
Where this code applies
A code is meaningful only inside the right product and version context.
Primary scope
- System
- Vehicles
- Brand
- Nissan
- Product type
- Cars
Known code variants
- Aviso de extracción del conector de carga
- Remove charge connector
- Remove charge connector warning
- Retire el conector de carga
- Unplug charge connector
What it means
On the Nissan Leaf, the electric drive interlock prevents the vehicle from shifting into the READY to drive state whenever a normal or quick charge connector is detected in the charge port. The Remove charge connector warning (section 6.5.3.3) appears on the vehicle information display when the power switch is in the ACC or ON position with the cable attached, or when you depress the brake pedal and push the power switch to start driving. The warning alone never proves whether the cable is simply still plugged in, held by the electric charge connector lock, or stuck due to a faulty lock actuator or port detection switch.
Warnings and stop conditions
- Highsource verified
Never attempt to drive the vehicle with the charge connector attached, and never pull forcefully on a locked connector handle if the electric lock has not released.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
- Mediumsource verified
When the under-bonnet charge port unlock screw knob is used by a technician, the power switch must be in OFF and the knob must be turned anticlockwise only (about 4 turns); never turn the knob clockwise.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
Symptoms and causes
Probable causes · in order
- Charge connector still plugged into the vehicle port when attempting to startCommon
The power switch was placed in ACC or ON, or pushed to enter READY with the brake pedal depressed, before unplugging the charge connector from the vehicle.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
- Charge connector held by the active electric charge port lock mechanismPossible
The vehicle charge connector lock system is engaged, preventing the normal charge connector from being pulled out until unlocked via the key fob or interior switch.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
- Stuck charge port lock actuator or faulty connector proximity detection switchLess common
The electromechanical lock pawl fails to retract when commanded, or the port detection switch continues to signal a connected plug after the cable is removed.
Evidence: Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.9 Aviso de extracción del conector de carga · Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw · Nissan LEAF 2023 manual del propietario (OM23ES-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Tornillo de desbloqueo de la tapa del puerto de carga
Virtual technician
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Sources and technical references
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Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 6.5.3.3 Remove charge connector warning
Nissan Europe · 2023 · manual
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Nissan España · 2023 · manual
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Nissan LEAF 2023 owner's manual (OM23EN-0ZE1E0EUR): 4.3.4 Charge port unlock screw
Nissan Europe · 2023 · manual
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