NISSAN 2012 LEAF - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 217)

3-18 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
When opening the charge port lid:
1. Pull the charge port lid opener handle
located below the instrument panel. The
charge port lid will then spring up slightly.
2. Put your hand into the under side of the lid
and open until it is in the fully open position.
When closing the charge port lid:
1. Slowly move the lid down.
2. Lock it securely into place.
CHARGE PORT CAP
When opening the charge port cap, press the
tab and open the cap.
When the charge port cap is closed to its
previous position, it will lock automatically.
CAUTION
. When charging is finished, be sure
to close the charge port cap. If water
or dust gets inside the charge port,
this may cause a malfunction.