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The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) provides connectivity to the Nissan Leaf. It is a 2G, 3G, 4G or 5G modem, depending on the year and region, with additional functionality.
The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) provides connectivity to the Nissan Leaf. It is a 2G, 3G, 4G or 5G modem, depending on the year and region, with additional functionality.
[[File:Tcu gen2 4g.webp|thumb|4G TCU from a 2nd-generation Nissan Leaf, attached to its mounting bracket]]


== Location and access ==
== Location and access ==
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=== 4G ===
=== 4G ===
[[File:Tcu gen2 4g.webp|thumb|4G TCU from a 2nd-generation Nissan Leaf, attached to its mounting bracket]]


=== 5G ===
=== 5G ===

Revision as of 04:10, 5 April 2025

Introduction

The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) provides connectivity to the Nissan Leaf. It is a 2G, 3G, 4G or 5G modem, depending on the year and region, with additional functionality.

Location and access

Left-hand drive

The TCU is located behind the glove box. Access is achieved by removing the glove box.

Right-hand drive

The TCU is located above the pedals.

Variants

2G

3G

4G

4G TCU from a 2nd-generation Nissan Leaf, attached to its mounting bracket

5G

Connections

Connector Number Physical Description Purpose
M67 TH40FB-NH (40-pin connector) Power, Microphone, CANBUS
M173 USCAR30-MD-M (USB) USB connection to AV Control Unit
M174 FAKRA CODE H 4003 (Pink) GSM antenna
M175 3FA1ANCSJ-C02W0 (Blue) GPS antenna

External Links