2008 NISSAN ROGUE check transmission fluid

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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
models)*
Low fuel warning light
Cruise set indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light
Low tire pressure warning light
High beam indicator light (Blue)
Low washer fluid warning light*
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Brake warning light
P position selecting warning light*
Overdrive off indicator light*
Seat belt warning light
Security indicator light
Charge warning light
Supplemental air bag warning light
Slip indicator light
Door open warning light
Front passenger air bag status light
Small light indicator light
Electric power steering warning light
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light
(AWD models)*
Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning light
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
indicator light*
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Key system warning light*
Cruise main switch indicator light
*: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBSWith all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and turn the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. The following lights
will come on:
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or
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,
,
,
,
The following lights come on briefly and then go
off (if so equipped):
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or
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,
,
,
,
,
,
,
If any light does not come on, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system checked by
a NISSAN dealer.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls
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Accelerator downshift
— In D position —For 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 modeThis 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-safeIf 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
switch to the OFF position and wait for 10seconds. Then turn the switch back to the
ON position. The vehicle should return to
its normal operating condition. If it does
not return to its normal operating condi-
tion, have a NISSAN dealer check the
transmission and repair if necessary.
WARNING
When the high fluid temperature pro-
tection mode or fail-safe operation
occurs, vehicle speed may be gradually
reduced. The reduced speed may be
lower than other traffic, which could
increase the chance of a collision. Be
especially careful when driving. If ne-
cessary, pull to the side of the road at a
safe place and allow the transmission
to return to normal operation, or have it
repaired if necessary.
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Shift lock releaseIf the battery charge is low or discharged, the
selector lever may not be moved from the P
(Park) position even with the brake pedal
depressed and the selector lever button pushed.
To move the selector lever, release the shift lock.
The selector lever can be moved to the N
(Neutral) position. However, the steering wheel
will be locked unless the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position. This allows the vehicle to be
moved if the battery is discharged.
To release the shift lock, perform the following
procedure:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
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Starting and driving

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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 25
Maintenance requirement..................................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance ................................... 8-2
General maintenance ...................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ................................... 8-2
General maintenance .......................................... 8-2
Explanation of maintenance items ....................... 8-2
Maintenance precautions ..................................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ...................... 8-6
QR25DE engine ............................................ 8-6
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-7
Checking engine coolant level ........................... 8-8
Changing engine coolant ................................. 8-8
Engine oil ......................................................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level ................................. 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter ............................ 8-9
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid ........ 8-11
Brake fluid ...................................................... 8-11
Window washer fluid ........................................ 8-12
Battery .......................................................... 8-13
Jump starting .............................................. 8-14
Drive belts ...................................................... 8-14
Spark plugs .................................................... 8-15
Replacing spark plugs ................................... 8-15 Air cleaner
...................................................... 8-16
Windshield wiper blades .................................... 8-16
Cleaning .................................................... 8-16
Replacing ................................................... 8-17
Rear window wiper blade ................................... 8-18
Brakes ........................................................... 8-18
Self-adjusting brakes .................................... 8-18
Brake pad wear indicators .............................. 8-18
Fuses ............................................................ 8-19
Engine compartment ..................................... 8-19
Passenger compartment ................................ 8-20
Battery replacement .......................................... 8-21
Keyfob ....................................................... 8-21
Intelligent Key battery .................................... 8-22
Lights ............................................................ 8-24
Headlights .................................................. 8-25
Exterior and interior lights ............................... 8-26
Wheels and tires .............................................. 8-30
Tire pressure ............................................... 8-30
Tire labeling ................................................ 8-33
Types of tires .............................................. 8-35
Tire chains .................................................. 8-36
Changing wheels and tires ............................. 8-37

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CAUTION
.Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-2. Do not mix with other fluids.
.Using transmission fluid other than
Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2
will damage the CVT, which is not
covered by the NISSAN new vehicle
limited warranty.
When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.For additional brake fluid information, see
“CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical and con-
sumer information” section of this manual.
WARNING
.Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
system. The use of improper fluids
can damage the brake system and
affect the vehicle’s stopping ability.
.Clean the filler cap before removing.
.Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of the reach of children.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, immediately wash the
surface with water.
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line
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or the brake warning
light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalentDOT 3
fluid up to the MAX line*2. If fluid must be
added frequently, the system should be checked
by a NISSAN dealer.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUIDBRAKE FLUID
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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10-2Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid................................................. 8-11
Controls, Steering wheel audio controls......... 4-23
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 8-8
Checking engine coolant level.................. 8-8
Corrosion protection................................. 7-5
Cover, Cargo cover................................ 2-37
Cruise control...................................... 5-18
Cup holders........................................ 2-33
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission)....................................... 5-12
D
Daytime running light system..................... 2-27
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch............................ 2-24
Dimensions and weights............................ 9-8
Door open warning light........................... 2-13
Drive belts.......................................... 8-14
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD)......................... 5-21
Cold weather driving.......................... 5-29
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission)................................... 5-12
On-pavement and off-road driving............. 5-5
Precautions when starting and driving......... 5-2
Safety precautions............................... 5-6
E
Economy, Fuel ..................................... 5-20
Elapsed time ......................................... 2-8Electric power steering system................... 5-25
Electric power steering warning light............ 2-13
Emission control information label................ 9-10
Emission control system warranty................ 9-26
Engine
Before starting the engine.................... 5-11
Break-in schedule.............................. 5-20
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant........................ 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level.................. 8-8
Checking engine oil level........................ 8-8
Coolant temperature gauge..................... 2-5
Engine block heater........................... 5-30
Engine compartment check locations.......... 8-6
Engine cooling system.......................... 8-7
Engine oil......................................... 8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation....... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity.............................. 9-5
Engine serial number............................ 9-9
Engine specifications............................ 9-7
If your vehicle overheats....................... 6-11
Starting the engine............................ 5-11
Event data recorders (EDR)....................... 9-27
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).................... 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label............ 9-9
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter...................... 8-16
Changing engine oil and filter................... 8-9
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . . . 2-29
Flat tire................................................ 6-2Flat towing.......................................... 9-24
Floor mat cleaning................................... 7-4
Fluid
Brake fluid...................................... 8-11
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants......................................... 9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid............................................. 8-11
Engine coolant ................................... 8-7
Engine oil......................................... 8-8
Window washer fluid .......................... 8-12
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player.............................................. 4-13
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
changer............................................. 4-17
Fog light switch.................................... 2-29
Front manual seat adjustment....................... 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light........ 1-45
Front power seat adjustment....................... 1-4
Front seat adjustment............................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints................... 1-8
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants......................................... 9-2
Distance to empty............................... 2-7
Fuel economy.................................. 5-20
Fuel octane rating................................ 9-3
Fuel recommendation............................ 9-3
Fuel-filler cap................................... 3-21
Fuel-filler door.................................. 3-21
Gauge ............................................ 2-6
Fuses............................................... 8-19
Fusible links........................................ 8-19
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