NISSAN LEAF 24 KWH BATTERY UPGRADE AT LEO AND SONS EV EXPERTS IN MASSACHUSETTS

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This video details a battery upgrade for a first-generation Nissan LEAF, specifically a 2012 model with a degraded 24 kWh battery. The process, performed by Leo & Sons EV Experts, involves replacing the old pack with a refurbished 24 kWh unit. The video highlights the technical steps, including disconnecting the high-voltage system, removing undercarriage panels, and managing coolant lines. A key component is the translator kit from EVs Enhanced (New Zealand), which bridges compatibility between the older car and potentially newer battery modules. The review emphasizes the straightforward nature of this upgrade, making it a viable option for extending the life of older LEAF models. The outcome is a significant improvement in State of Health (SOH), moving from a low bar count to a full 12 bars, with an expected range increase to over 80% of its original capacity. The video also briefly touches upon the possibility of retrofitting larger 30 kWh or 40 kWh packs from later LEAF generations.