lightning
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I have a 2014 Leaf SL. Up until a few months ago, it was possible to "feather" the brake pedal and control how much regenerative braking power was applied. Now, it seems that after lifting off the accelerator at say 50-60km/h (30-35mph) I get some regeneration (say 10KW or 1 bubble). As I start to apply brake, at first nothing changes and then at some point, the regeneration jumps to the maximum (around 30KW or 4 bubbles.)
Before, I could gently increase the amount of brake pressure and the regeneration would smoothly increase from 10 to 30KW. I have had the vehicle into the dealer and they have no explanation other than all the diagnostics check out fine.
I did find a vague reference on another site indicating that the computer may decide that the friction brakes haven't been worn enough and change the braking behaviour. So, I tried doing some hard braking to try and "reset" things, but so far that hasn't helped.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
Before, I could gently increase the amount of brake pressure and the regeneration would smoothly increase from 10 to 30KW. I have had the vehicle into the dealer and they have no explanation other than all the diagnostics check out fine.
I did find a vague reference on another site indicating that the computer may decide that the friction brakes haven't been worn enough and change the braking behaviour. So, I tried doing some hard braking to try and "reset" things, but so far that hasn't helped.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.