warning lights NISSAN ROGUE 2015 Owner´s Manual

The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and ve-
hicle motion. Under certain driving conditions,
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 condi-
tions:
– understeer (vehicle tends to not follow the steered path despite increased steer-
ing 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
indi-
cator 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
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.
For additional information, refer to “Slip indicator
light” and ”Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF
indicator light” in the ”Instruments and controls”
section of this manual.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
andindicator lights come on in the instru-
ment panel. The VDC system automatically turns
off when these indicator lights are on.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the VDC
system. The
indicator illuminates to indi-
cate 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
indicator flashes if this occurs. All other VDC
functions are off and the
indicator 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.
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 steer-
ing operation at high speeds or by care-
less or dangerous driving techniques.
Reduce vehicle speed and be especially
careful when driving and cornering on
slippery surfaces and always drive
carefully.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM
5-44Starting and driving

●Do not modify the vehicle’s suspension.
If suspension parts such as shock ab-
sorbers, struts, springs, stabilizer bars,
bushings and wheels are not NISSAN
recommended for your vehicle or are
extremely deteriorated, the VDC system
may not operate properly. This could
adversely affect vehicle handling per-
formance, and the
indicator may
flash or both the
andindica-
tor lights may illuminate.
● If brake related parts such as brake
pads, rotors and calipers are not
NISSAN recommended or are extremely
deteriorated, the VDC system may not
operate properly and both the
and theindicator lights may
illuminate.
● If engine control related parts are not
NISSAN recommended or are extremely
deteriorated, both the
andindicator lights may illuminate. ●
When driving on extremely inclined sur-
faces such as higher banked corners,
the VDC system may not operate prop-
erly and the
indicator may flash or
both the
andindicator
lights may illuminate. Do not drive on
these types of roads.
● When driving on an unstable surface
such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or
ramp, the
indicator may flash or
both the
andindicator
lights may illuminate. This is not a mal-
function. Restart the engine after driv-
ing onto a stable surface.
● If wheels or tires other than the NISSAN
recommended ones are used, the VDC
system may not operate properly and
the
indicator may flash or both
the
andindicator lights may
illuminate.
● The VDC system is not a substitute for
winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.
BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION
During braking while driving through turns, the
system optimizes the distribution of force to each
of the four wheels depending on the radius of the
turn.
WARNING
● The VDC system is designed to help the
driver maintain stability but does not
prevent accidents due to abrupt steer-
ing operation at high speeds or by care-
less or dangerous driving techniques.
Reduce vehicle speed and be especially
careful when driving and cornering on
slippery surfaces and always drive
carefully.
● The active trace control and brake force
distribution systems may not be effec-
tive depending on the driving condition.
Always drive carefully and attentively.
Starting and driving5-45

Push the switch on to warn other drivers when
you must stop or park under emergency condi-
tions. All turn signal lights flash.
WARNING
●If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
● Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to
drive so slowly that your vehicle might
become a hazard to other traffic.
● Turn signals do not work when the haz-
ard warning flasher lights are on. The flashers will operate with the ignition switch
placed in any position.
Some jurisdictions may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
To shut off the engine in an emergency situation
while driving, perform the following procedure:
– Rapidly push the push-button ignition switch
three consecutive times in less than 1.5 sec-
onds, or
– Push and hold the push-button ignition switch for more than 2 seconds.
LIC0394
HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
SWITCH EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF
(Push-button ignition models only)
6-2In case of emergency

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)
This vehicle is equipped with TPMS. It monitors
tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When
the low tire pressure warning light is lit, and the
“Tire Pressure Low - Add Air” warning appears in
the vehicle information display, one or more of
your tires is significantly under-inflated. If
equipped, the system also displays pressure of
all tires (except the spare tire) on the display
screen by sending a signal from a sensor that is
installed in each wheel. If the vehicle is being
driven with low tire pressure, the TPMS will acti-
vate and warn you of it by the low tire pressure
warning light. This system will activate only when
the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 mph
(25 km/h). For additional information, refer to
“Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders”
in the “Instruments and controls” section and
“Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
WARNING
●Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those who
use a pacemaker should contact the
electric medical equipment manufac-
turer for the possible influences before
use. ●
If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates while driving, avoid sudden
steering maneuvers or abrupt braking,
reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road
to a safe location and stop the vehicle
as soon as possible. Driving with under-
inflated tires may permanently damage
the tires and increase the likelihood of
tire failure. Serious vehicle damage
could occur and may lead to an accident
and could result in serious personal in-
jury. Check the tire pressure for all four
tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the
recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label to turn the low tire pressure
warning light OFF. If you have a flat tire,
replace it with a spare tire as soon as
possible.
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel
is replaced, tire pressure will not be
indicated, the TPMS will not function
and the low tire pressure warning light
will flash for approximately 1 minute.
The light will remain on after 1 minute.
Contact a NISSAN dealer as soon as
possible for tire replacement and/or
system resetting. ●
Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by NISSAN could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
● Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol
tire sealant into the tires, as this may
cause a malfunction of the tire pressure
sensors.
RUN-FLAT TIRES (if so equipped)
Run-flat tires are those tires that can be used
temporarily if they are punctured. For additional
information, refer to “Run-flat tires” in “Mainte-
nance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
For additional information, refer to the tire safety
information in the Warranty Information Booklet.
WARNING
● Although you can continue driving with
a punctured run-flat tire, remember that
vehicle handling stability is reduced,
which could lead to an accident and
personal injury. Also, driving a long dis-
tance at high speeds may damage the
tires.
FLAT TIRE
In case of emergency6-3

●Whenever working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protectors (for
example, goggles or industrial safety
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.
● Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause se-
rious injury.
● Your vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.
WARNING
Always follow the instructions below. Fail-
ure to do so could result in damage to the
charging system and cause personal
injury.
1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, position the two vehicles to bring their bat-
teries near each other.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.
2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift lever to P (Park) . Switch off all unnecessary elec-
trical systems (lights, heater, air conditioner,
etc.) . 3. Ensure the vent caps are level and tight.
4. Connect the jumper cables in the sequence
illustrated (A,B,C,D).
CAUTION
●Always connect positive () to positive
() and negative () to body ground (for
example, strut mounting bolt, engine
lift bracket, etc.) — not to the battery.
● Make sure the jumper cables do not
touch moving parts in the engine com-
partment and that the cable clamps do
not contact any other metal.
LCE2223
In case of emergency6-11

Steering wheelCheck for changes in the steer-
ing system, such as excessive freeplay, hard
steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating properly.
Windshield wiper and washer* Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Windshield defroster Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel) .
Battery* Check the fluid level in each cell. It
should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Ve-
hicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level. NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electronic ac-
cessories that consume battery power when the
engine is not running (Phone chargers, GPS,
DVD players, etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only
driven short distances. In these cases, the battery
may need to be charged to maintain battery
health.
Brake fluid level*
Make sure that the brake fluid
level is between the MIN and MAX lines on the
reservoir.
Engine coolant level* Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts* Make sure the drive belts
are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level* Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level surface with the engine off.
Wait more than 10 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the oil pan.
Exhaust system Make sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust system inspected by a NISSAN dealer. For addi-
tional information, refer to Exhaust Gas (carbon
monoxide) warning in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
Fluid leaks
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil,
water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from the
air conditioner after use is normal. If you should
notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are evident,
check for the cause and have it corrected imme-
diately.
Radiator and hoses Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
Underbody The underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances from the
underbody, otherwise rust may form on the floor
pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those areas
where mud and dirt may have accumulated. For
additional information, refer to “Appearance and
care” section of this manual.
Windshield-washer fluid* Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.
8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself

10 Index
2nd row bench seat adjustment.........1-6
A
Aiming control, headlights ...........2-36
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-46
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-53
Airbagwarninglabels.............1-63
Airbagwarninglight...........1-63,2-12
Air bag warning light, supplemental . .1-63, 2-12
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ..........4-28
Air conditioner service ...........4-36
Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-7
Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-25,4-34
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-36
Airflowcharts..................4-29
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-29
Anchor point locations .............1-29
Antenna .....................4-74
Antifreeze ....................5-51
Anti-lock brake warning light ..........2-8
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-42
Apps .......................4-74 Armrests .....................1-8
AroundView®Monitor.............4-14
Audible reminders
...............2-15
Audio system ..................4-36
AMradioreception.............4-37
Bluetooth®audio..........4-70,4-71
Bluetooth® streaming audio ....4-70,4-71
Compact disc (CD) player . .4-46, 4-51, 4-58
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player .............4-44,4-48,4-53
FMradioreception.............4-36
iPod® Player .............4-64,4-67
iPod® player operation .......4-64,4-67
Radio ....................4-36
USB interface ............4-60,4-62
USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connection
Port..................4-60,4-62
Autolight switch .................2-35
Automatic Automatic power window switch .....2-53
Automatic door locks ..............3-7
AUXjack ....................4-60
B
Battery ..................5-51,8-14
Chargewarninglight.............2-9
Battery replacement Keyfob ...................8-24
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ......8-25,8-26
Before starting the engine ...........5-15
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-16 Block heater
Engine ....................5-53
Bluetooth® audio ............4-70,4-71
Bluetooth® hands-free phone
system..................4-76,4-88
Bluetooth® streaming audio with Navigation
System .....................4-71
Boosterseats..................1-42
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-42
Brakelight(Seestoplight).........8-29
Brake system ................5-42
Brakewarninglight..............2-8
Brakewearindicators........2-15,8-21
Parking brake operation ..........5-21
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-21
Brakes ......................8-21
Brake system ..................5-42
Break-inschedule ...............5-35
Brightness/contrast button ...........4-9
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-8
Bulbreplacement................8-29
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...................9-2
C

argolight ...................2-57
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-13
Car phone or CB radio .............4-75

FluidCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-12
Engine coolant .................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-9
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-13
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ...........9-11
Foglightswitch .................2-38
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system. . .5-31
Front air bag system (See supplemental restraint
system) ......................1-53
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-4
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-37
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-30
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Fuel octane rating ...............9-5
Fuel recommendation .............9-4
Loose fuel cap warning ........2-27,3-30
Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) System Tirepressure.................8-32
Fuel-filler door ..................3-30
Fuel gauge .....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-21
Fusible links ...................8-22
G
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5Fuel gauge
...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
General maintenance ...............8-2
Glovebox.....................2-47
H
Hands-free phone system,
Bluetooth®................4-76,4-88
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight aiming control ............2-36
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-34
Headlight control switch ............2-34
Headlights ....................8-27
Headlights, aiming control ............2-36
Head restraints ..................1-10
Heated seats ...................2-39
Heater Heater and air conditioner
controls................4-25,4-34
Heater operation ...........4-27,4-35
Hill descent control switch ...........2-41
Hill descent control system ...........5-49
Hill start assist system ..............5-50
Hood release ...................3-24
Hook Luggage hook ................2-48
Horn .......................2-38 I
Ignition switch ..................5-10
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........5-12
Immobilizer system .........2-30,5-11,5-15
Important vehicle information label .......9-11
In-cabin microfilter ................8-18
Increasing fuel economy .............5-37
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See
warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)..................2-7,2-12
Inside mirror ...................3-34
Instrument brightness control ..........2-37
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-37
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-13
Key operation ................3-14
Mechanical key ................3-4
Remote keyless entry operation ....3-9,3-17
Troubleshooting guide ............3-22
Warning signals ...............3-22
Interior light ....................2-55
iPod®Player ............... 4-64, 4-67
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-27
J
Jump starting ...............6-10,8-16
K
Key.........................3-2
10-3

Key fob battery replacement..........8-24
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ......3-9,3-17
Keyless entry system
(See remote keyless entry system) ........3-2
Keys NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys . .3-4
Keys, For Intelligent Key system ........3-11
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-12
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-11
Emissioncontrolinformationlabel.....9-11
Engine serial number ............9-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label .........9-11
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-10
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-63
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-27
License plate Installing the license plate ..........9-12
Liftgate......................3-25
Liftgaterelease..................3-29
Light Airbagwarninglight.........1-63,2-12
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-29
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-8
Bulb replacement ..............8-29
Charge warning light .............2-9
Foglights...................8-28 Foglightswitch ...............2-38
Headlight and turn signal switch
......2-34
Headlight control switch ..........2-34
Headlights..................8-27
Interiorlight..................2-55
Lightbulbs..................8-27
Low tire pressure warning light ........2-9
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ..................2-11,2-27
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-55
Personal lights ................2-57
Security indicator light ............2-14
Spotlights(Seemaplight) .........2-56
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ................2-7,2-12
Lights.......................8-27 Maplights ..................2-56
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-8
Door locks ...................3-5
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-30
Liftgate release ................3-29
Power door locks ............3-6,3-7
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-27,3-30
Lowfuelwarninglight ..........2-11,2-27
Low tire pressure warning light ..........2-9
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ....................2-11,2-27
Luggage hook ..................2-48
Luggage rack (see roof rack) ..........2-49
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-13
Luggage storage
(see vehicle loading information) ........2-49 M
Maintenance General maintenance .............8-2
Insidethevehicle...............8-3
Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
Outside the vehicle ..............8-2
Seat belt maintenance ............1-22
Under the hood and vehicle .........8-4
Maintenance requirements ............8-2
Malfunction indicator light ............2-13
Manual front seat adjustment ...........1-3
Maplights ....................2-56
Meters and gauges ................2-3
Instrument brightness control ........2-37
Mirror Inside mirror .................
3-34
Outside mirrors ...............3-35
Vanity mirror .................3-33
Mirrors ......................3-34
Mobileapps ...................4-74
Moonroof .....................2-53
Multi-remote control system
(See remote keyless entry system) ........3-2
N
NissanConnect
SM................4-74
NISSAN vehicle immobilizer
system ...............2-30,5-11,5-15
NISSAN voice recognition system .......4-96
10-4

O
Octanerating(Seefueloctanerating)......9-5
Odometer .....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine oil .............8-10
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-11
Checking engine oil level ...........8-9
Engine oil ...................8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Oneshotcall............4-79,4-79,4-91
Outside mirrors .................3-35
Overheat Ifyourvehicleoverheats...........6-12
Owner’s manual order form ...........9-30
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ....................9-30
P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-21
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-41
Parking brake ...................5-21
Personallights..................2-57
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free
system ...................4-76,4-88
Power Front seat adjustment .............1-4
Power door locks ............3-6,3-7
Power outlet .................2-42 Power rear windows
.............2-52
Power steering system ...........5-41
Rear power windows ............2-52
Power outlet ...................2-42
Power steering ..................5-41
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-5
Precautions on booster
seats...........1-25,1-32,1-38,1-43
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-25,1-32,1-38,1-43
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-15
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-46
Precautions when starting and
driving ...................5-2,5-8
Programmablefeatures..............4-7
Push starting ...................6-12
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ...........4-75
FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ..............4-44,4-48,4-53
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test........................9-29
Rear power windows ..............2-52
RearView Monitor ................4-10
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .......................2-34
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-33
Recorders Eventdata..................9-29
Refrigerant recommendation ...........9-7Registering a vehicle in another country
....9-10
Remote keyless entry system ...........3-2
Reporting safety defects (US only) .......9-28
Roof rack .....................2-49
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ..........3-8
Child seat belts .....1-25,1-32,1-38,1-43
Reporting safety defects (US only) .....9-28
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-3
Front power seat adjustment .........
1-4
Secondrowbenchseats...........1-6
Seatbackpockets................2-44
Seat belt Child safety ..................1-23
Infants and small children ..........1-24
Injured Person ................1-18
Largerchildren................1-24
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-15
Pregnant women ...............1-18
Seatbeltextenders .............1-22
Seatbeltmaintenance............1-22
Seatbelts...................1-15
Shoulder belt height adjustment ......1-21
Three-point type with retractor .......1-18
Seat belt extenders ...............1-22
Seatbeltwarninglight..........1-18,2-12
Seats 2nd row bench seat adjustment .......1-6
Adjustment ...................1-2
Armrests....................1-8
Frontseats...................1-2
10-5