instrument panel NISSAN ROGUE 2013 2.G Owner's Manual

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SSD0436
Operating rangeS35-D-110201-E7BEEF8F-362F-4C60-AE3A-079EA87D5DB5The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
for starting the engine when the Intelligent Key is
within the specified operating range
*1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent Key
system’s operating range becomes narrower
and may not function properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even someone
who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to turn
the ignition switch to start the engine. .
The cargo area is not included in the
operating range, but the Intelligent Key may
function.
. If the Intelligent Key is placed on the
instrument panel, inside the glove box or
door pocket, the Intelligent Key may not
function.
. If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door
or window outside the vehicle, the Intelligent
Key may function.
Some indicators and warnings for operation are
displayed on the vehicle information display
between the speedometer and tachometer.
(See “Vehicle information display” in the “2.
Instruments and controls” section.)
SSD0392
Without Intelligent Key system
SSD0437A
With Intelligent Key system
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5-16Starting and driving
CAUTION
To prevent transmission damage, use
the P (Park) or R (Reverse) position only
when the vehicle is completely stopped.
P (Park):
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Use this selector position when the vehicle is
parked or when starting the engine. Make sure
the vehicle is completely stopped. The brake
pedal must be depressed and the selector
lever button pushed in to move the selec-
tor lever from N (Neutral) or any drive
position to P (Park) . Apply the parking brake.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake
first, then move the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
R (Reverse):
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Use this position to back up. Make sure the
vehicle is completely stopped before selecting
the R (Reverse) position. The brake pedal
must be depressed and the selector lever
button pushed in to move the selector
lever from P (Park) , N (Neutral) or any
driving position to R (Reverse) .
N (Neutral):
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Neither forward nor reverse gear is engaged. The engine can be started in this position. You
may shift to N (Neutral) and restart a stalled
engine while the vehicle is moving.
D (Drive):
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Use this position for all normal forward driving.
L (Low) (if so equipped):
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Use this position for maximum engine braking on
steep downhill gradients/climbing steep slopes
and whenever approaching sharp bends. Do not
use the L position in any other circumstances.
JVS0100X
SPORT mode switchGUID-99239937-893E-4CAC-B84A-6159150240ECIn the SPORT mode, the engine and transmis-
sion are controlled to set the engine speed
higher than in the D (Drive) position. This
enhances throttle response for a “sporty” driving
feeling.
To turn on the SPORT mode, push the SPORT
mode switch. The SPORT mode indicator light
in the instrument panel illuminates. To turn off
the SPORT mode, push the SPORT mode
switch again. The SPORT mode indicator light
on the instrument panel turns off.
If the SPORT mode indicator light does not
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turned on, the switch or system may have a
malfunction. In this case, contact your NISSAN
dealer. Even if there is a malfunction in the
switch or system, this will not affect normal
driving.
.The SPORT mode automatically turns off if a
malfunction occurs.
. The SPORT mode only operates at speeds
of above 20 MPH (30km/h) .
. If the engine is switched off with the SPORT
mode on, the SPORT mode resets to off
when the engine is restarted.
CAUTION
.In the SPORT mode, fuel economy
may be reduced.
. If the overdrive off mode is set when
the SPORT mode is on, the overd-
rive off mode will take priority.
JVS0097X
Overdrive (O/D) OFF switchS35-D-110201-6B915A43-9062-4BFB-A3D9-25A6FE35E78CWhen the O/D OFF switch is pushed with the
selector lever in the D (Drive) position, the
indicator light in the instrument panel illuminates.
Use the overdrive off mode when you need
improved engine braking.
To turn off the overdrive off mode, push the O/D
OFF switch again. The
indicator light will
turn off.
Each time the engine is started, or when the
selector lever is shifted to any position other
than the D (Drive) position, the overdrive off
mode will be automatically turned off.
Accelerator downshift — In D position —S35-D-110201-F9EEE14F-5BF2-4256-B19A-D9E9E24F5809For passing or hill climbing, fully depress the
accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the
transmission down into a lower gear, depending
on the vehicle speed.
High fluid temperature protection modeS35-D-110201-481FB4B1-F6C4-49B8-8504-1DFAEEA834E0This transmission has a high fluid temperature
protection mode. If the fluid temperature be-
comes too high (for example, when climbing
steep grades in high temperature with heavy
loads, such as when towing a trailer), engine
power and, under some conditions, vehicle
speed will be decreased automatically to reduce
the chance of transmission damage. Vehicle
speed can be controlled with the accelerator
pedal, but the engine and vehicle speed may be
limited.
Fail-safeS35-D-110201-A143CA3E-686B-4C25-9A61-E13835FDD47CIf the vehicle is driven under extreme
conditions, such as excessive wheel spin-
ning and subsequent hard braking, the
fail-safe system may be activated. The MIL
may illuminate to indicate the fail-safe
mode is activated. (See “Malfunction In-
dicator Light (MIL)” in the “2. Instruments
and controls” section.) This will occur even
if all electrical circuits are functioning
properly. In this case, turn the ignition
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Keep the sonar sensors (located on the bumper
fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumula-
tions of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects) . If the sensors are covered, it will affect
the accuracy of the sonar system.
If the sonar system malfunctions, the beep
sounds for 3 seconds when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. Have
the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
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WARNING
.For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the
ground and shift the transmission to
any drive or reverse position with
the engine running. Doing so may
result in drivetrain damage or un-
expected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle da-
mage or personal injury.
. Do not attempt to test an AWD
equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dy-
namometer (such as the dynam-
ometers used by some states for
emissions testing) or similar equip-
ment even if the other two wheels
are raised off the ground. Make sure
that you inform the test facility
personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with AWD before it is
placed on a dynamometer. Using
the wrong test equipment may re-
sult in drivetrain damage or unex-
pected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle da-
mage or personal injury.
SSD0418
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) LOCK
SWITCH OPERATIONS
S35-D-110201-E7D4937A-2081-4CEB-9B79-163753F74E25The AWD LOCK switch located on the lower
side of the instrument panel. This switch is used
to select the AUTO or LOCK mode depending
on the driving conditions.
Each time you push the lower part of the switch
*A, the AWD mode will switch:
AUTO ?LOCK ?AUTO.
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) (if so
equipped)

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slippery surfaces.
Using the systemS35-D-110201-EECE86D6-FF8F-42C2-B139-BF05AF32B3BEDepress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady
pressure, but do not pump the brakes. The
ABS will operate to prevent the wheels from
locking up. Steer the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so
may result in increased stopping dis-
tances.
Self-test featureS35-D-110201-B89EE4B7-4EC0-42A0-AAC9-0035053E8A9BThe ABS includes electronic sensors, electric
pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer. The
computer has a built-in diagnostic feature that
tests the system each time you start the engine
and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward
or reverse. When the self-test occurs, you may
hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a pulsation in the
brake pedal. This is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction. If the computer senses
a malfunction, it switches the ABS off and
illuminates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then oper-
ates normally, but without anti-lock assistance.If the ABS warning light illuminates during the
self-test or while driving, have the vehicle
checked by a NISSAN dealer.
Normal operationS35-D-110201-3C7B8B73-5F7B-44E6-B702-4024AAD51CEBThe ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6 MPH
(5 to 10 km/h). The speed varies according to
road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more wheels
are close to locking up, the actuator rapidly
applies and releases hydraulic pressure. This
action is similar to pumping the brakes very
quickly. You may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise from under the hood or
feel a vibration from the actuator when it is
operating. This is normal and indicates that the
ABS is operating properly. However, the pulsa-
tion may indicate that road conditions are
hazardous and extra care is required while
driving.
S35-D-110201-D6FDB021-412C-46AD-9A43-77A8616112D0The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
uses various sensors to monitor driver inputs
and vehicle motion. Under certain driving con-
ditions, the VDC system helps to perform the
following functions.
.
Controls brake pressure to reduce wheel
slip on one slipping drive wheel so power is
transferred to a non slipping drive wheel on
the same axle.
. Controls brake pressure and engine output
to reduce drive wheel slip based on vehicle
speed (traction control function) .
. Controls brake pressure at individual wheels
and engine output to help the driver maintain
control of the vehicle in the following
conditions:
— understeer (vehicle tends to not follow
the steered path despite increased
steering input)
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain road or driving conditions) .
The VDC system can help the driver to maintain
control of the vehicle, but it cannot prevent loss
of vehicle control in all driving situations.
When the VDC system operates, the VDC
warning light
in the instrument panel flashes
so note the following:
. The road may be slippery or the system may
determine some action is required to help
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM

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5-30Starting and driving
keep the vehicle on the steered path.
. You may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
and hear a noise or vibration from under the
hood. This is normal and indicates that the
VDC system is working properly.
. Adjust your speed and driving to the road
conditions.
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC
warning light
illuminates in the instrument
panel. The VDC system automatically turns off.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
system. The VDC off indicator
illuminates to
indicate the VDC system is off. When the VDC
switch is used to turn off the system, the VDC
system still operates to prevent one drive wheel
from slipping by transferring power to a non
slipping drive wheel. The VDC warning light
flashes if this occurs. All other VDC functions
are off, and the VDC warning light
will not
flash. The VDC system is automatically reset to
on when the ignition switch is placed in the off
position then back to the on position.
See“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
light” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section and “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start the
engine and move the vehicle forward or in
reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test
occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel
a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and
is not an indication of a malfunction.
WARNING
.
The VDC system is designed to help
the driver maintain stability but
does not prevent accidents due to
abrupt steering operation at high
speeds or by careless or dangerous
driving techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful
when driving and cornering on slip-
pery surfaces and always drive care-
fully.
. Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-
sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs,
stabilizer bars, bushings and
wheels are not NISSAN recom-
mended for your vehicle or are
extremely deteriorated, the VDC
system may not operate properly. This could adversely affect vehicle
handling performance, and the VDC
warning light
may illuminate.
. If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are extre-
mely deteriorated, the VDC system
may not operate properly and the
VDC warning light
may illumi-
nate.
. If engine control related parts are
not NISSAN recommended or are
extremely deteriorated, the VDC
warning light
may illuminate.
. When driving on extremely inclined
surfaces such as higher banked
corners, the VDC system may not
operate properly and the VDC warn-
ing light
may illuminate. Do not
drive on these types of roads.
. When driving on an unstable sur-
face such as a turntable, ferry,
elevator or ramp, the VDC warning
light
may illuminate. This is not
a malfunction. Restart the engine
after driving onto a stable surface.
. If wheels or tires other than the
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)...
............................ 5-28
Advanced air bag system ...
......................................... 1-45
Aiming control, Headlights ...
........................................ 2-33
Air bag system Advanced air bag system ...
.................................. 1-45
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
....... 1-46
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
............................ 1-49
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover supplemental air bag system ...
............. 1-49
Air bag warning labels ...
............................................... 1-52
Air bag warning light ...
...................................... 1-52, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter ...
........................................... 8-16
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ...
.................................... 4-24
Air conditioner service ...
........................................ 4-29
Air conditioner specification label ...
.................... 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
....................... 4-29, 9-6
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ...
........................................................... 2-26
Alcohol, drugs and driving ...
.......................................... 5-7
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...
............................................... 5-23
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light ...
........................ 2-9
Antenna ...
.......................................................................... 4-68
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
............................ 5-28
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light ...
....... 2-9
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ...
...................................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ...
....................................... 7-4
Around view
TMmonitor ...
.............................................. 4-13
Audible reminders ...
....................................................... 2-15
Audio operation precautions ...
.................................... 4-30
Audio setup ...
.................................................................... 4-5 Audio system
...
................................................................ 4-30
Steering wheel audio controls ...
.......................... 4-67
Autolight system ...
.......................................................... 2-31
Automatic Air conditioner ...
....................................................... 4-27
Door locks ...
................................................................. 3-6
Average speed (MPH or km/h) ...
............................... 2-23
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
................................... 5-6
B
Back door (See lift gate) ...
.......................................... 3-20
Battery ...
............................................................................ 8-13
Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ...
................ 8-23
Battery replacement, Keyfob ...
............................. 8-22
Battery saver system ...
........................................... 2-33
Keyfob battery replacement ...
............................... 8-22
Before starting the engine ...
........................................ 5-13
Belts (See drive belts) ...
............................................... 8-15
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System ...
................ 4-69
Booster seats ...
............................................................... 1-36
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
..................... 5-28
Brake fluid ...
.............................................................. 8-11
Brake system ...
......................................................... 5-27
Parking brake operation ...
..................................... 5-19
Warning light ...
......................................................... 2-10
Break-in schedule ...
....................................................... 5-21
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ...
........................................ 4-5
Instrument panel ...
...................................................... 2-7
Bulb check/instrument panel ...
..................................... 2-9
Bulb replacement ...
........................................................ 8-25
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...
....... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...
............................................. 4-69
Cargo cover ...
.................................................................. 2-41
Cargo light ...
.................................................................... 2-51
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ...
................... 5-3
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ...
.............. 4-66
Ceiling light ...
................................................................... 2-50
Child restraints ...
............................................................. 1-22
Booster seats ...
........................................................ 1-36
LATCH system ...
...................................................... 1-24
Precautions on child restraints ...
......................... 1-22
Child safety ...
................................................................... 1-20
Child safety rear door lock ...
......................................... 3-6
Chimes, Audible reminders ...
...................................... 2-15
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ...
...................................... 8-20
Cleaning exterior and interior ...
............................ 7-2, 7-4
Clock ...
...................................................... 2-23, 4-44, 4-52
Clock (models with navigation system) ...
................... 4-7
Coat hooks ...
................................................................... 2-43
Cold weather driving ...
.................................................. 5-31
Compact Disc (CD) player (See
audio system) ...
....................................... 4-46, 4-54, 4-61
Console box ...
................................................................. 2-40
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ...
..................................................................... 8-11
Control panel buttons — color screen with
navigation system ...
.......................................................... 4-2
Controls, Steering wheel audio controls ...
............... 4-67
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
............................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
...................................... 8-8
Checking engine coolant level ...
............................. 8-8
Corrosion protection ...
.................................................... 7-6

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Head restraints...
.............................................................. 1-6
Headlights Aiming control ...
....................................................... 2-33
Bulb replacement ...
................................................. 8-26
Headlight switch ...
................................................... 2-32
Xenon headlights ...
.................................................. 2-30
Heated seats ...
................................................................ 2-35
Heater Engine block heater ...
............................................. 5-32
Heater and air conditioner operation ...
.............. 4-24
Hood release ...
................................................................ 3-19
Hook Coat hooks ...
............................................................ 2-43
Luggage hook ...
....................................................... 2-42
Utility hook ...
............................................................. 2-43
Horn ...
................................................................................ 2-35
How to use the back button ...
...................................... 4-5
How to use the setup button ...
..................................... 4-5
I
Ignition switch ...
.............................................................. 5-10
Key positions ...
......................................................... 5-12
Immobilizer system ...
...................................................... 2-26
Indicator lights ...
.............................................................. 2-13
Inside mirror ...
.................................................................. 3-24
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ...
.......................... 9-27
Instrument brightness control ...
.................................... 2-7
Instrument panel ...
............................................................ 2-3
Intelligent Key system ...
................................................ 3-10
Key operating range ...
............................................ 3-12
Key operation ...
........................................................ 3-13
Remote keyless operation ...
.................................. 3-16
Warning signals ...
.................................................... 3-14
Interior light replacement ...
........................................... 8-27
Interior lights ...
................................................................. 2-49
iPod
®connecting ...
........................................................ 4-47 iPod
®player operation
...
................................... 4-57, 4-64
ISOFIX child restraint ...
................................................. 1-24
J
Jump starting ...
.................................................................. 6-9
K
Keyless entry
(See remote keyless entry system) ...
.................... 3-7
With Intelligent Key system (See Intelligent
Key system) ...
........................................................... 3-16
Keys ...
.................................................................................. 3-2
For Intelligent Key system ...
.................................. 3-10
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...
........................................ 1-52
Air conditioner specification label ...
.................... 9-10
Emission control information label ...
................... 9-10
Engine serial number ...
.............................................. 9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
........... 9-9
Tire and Loading information label ...
....... 8-32, 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ...
.................... 9-8
LATCH system ...
............................................................. 1-24
License plate, Installing front license plate ...
.......... 9-11
Lift gate ...
.......................................................................... 3-20
Light Air bag warning light ...
........................................... 1-52
Bulb replacement ...
................................................. 8-25
Cargo light ...
............................................................. 2-51
Ceiling light ...
............................................................ 2-50
Fog light switch ...
.................................................... 2-34
Headlight switch ...
................................................... 2-32
Headlights bulb replacement ...
............................ 8-26 Indicator lights
...
....................................................... 2-13
Interior lights ...
.......................................................... 2-49
Map lights ...
.............................................................. 2-49
Replacement ...
.......................................................... 8-25
Vanity mirror lights ...
............................................... 2-51
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ...
.................................................... 2-9
Xenon headlights ...
.................................................. 2-30
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ...
..... 8-27
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ...
.................................................... 9-12
Lock Automatic door locks ...
............................................. 3-6
Door locks ...
................................................................. 3-4
Lift gate lock ...
.......................................................... 3-20
Power door lock ...
...................................................... 3-4
Loose fuel cap warning ...
................................. 2-18, 3-23
Low fuel warning light ...
................................................ 2-11
Low tire pressure warning light ...
............................... 2-11
Low tire pressure warning system
(See tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ...
.... 5-3
Luggage floor box ...
....................................................... 2-41
Luggage hooks ...
............................................................ 2-42
Luggage side box ...
....................................................... 2-41
M
Maintenance
Battery ...
..................................................................... 8-13
General maintenance ...
............................................. 8-2
Indicators for maintenance ...
................................ 2-21
Inside the vehicle ...
.................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ...
...................................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ...
.................................... 8-2
Outside the vehicle ...
................................................. 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ...
........................................ 1-19
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ...
.............................. 2-14
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