2008 NISSAN ROGUE coolant

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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 19
SIC3471
1. Tachometer (P.2-5)
2. Fuel gauge (P.2-6)
3. Vehicle information display (P.2-6)
— Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-4)
— Trip computer* (P.2-7)
— Outside air temperature* (P.2-6)
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator (P.2-7)4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-5)
5. Speedometer (P.2-4)
6. Warning/indicator lights (P.2-11)
7. Instrument brightness control knob (P.2-28)
8. RESET switch for trip odometer (P.2-4)/Trip
computer* mode switch (P.2-7)
*: if so equipped
METERS AND GAUGES
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 19
SDI2127
QR25DE ENGINE1. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-8)
2. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-11)
3. Air cleaner (P.8-16)
4. Coolant reservoir (P.8-8)
5. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-12)6. Drive belt location (P.8-14)
7. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-8)
8. Radiator filler cap (P.8-7)
9. Battery (P.8-13)
10. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-19)ENGINE COMPARTMENT0-8
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2 Instruments and controls
Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 25
Instrument panel................................................ 2-2
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ............................. 2-4
Tachometer ................................................... 2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................... 2-5
Fuel gauge ................................................... 2-6
Vehicle information display ................................ 2-6
Outside air temperature (if so equipped) .............. 2-6
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator ............................................ 2-7
Trip computer (if so equipped) .......................... 2-7
Compass (if so equipped) .................................... 2-8
Zone variation change procedure ....................... 2-9
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders ....... 2-11
Checking bulbs ........................................... 2-11
Warning lights ............................................. 2-12
Indicator lights ............................................. 2-16
Audible reminders ........................................ 2-18
Security systems .............................................. 2-19
Vehicle security system .................................. 2-19
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ................. 2-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................... 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch .................. 2-23
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch ..... 2-24
Headlight and turn signal switch .......................... 2-25
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .................... 2-25Headlight switch
.......................................... 2-26
Turn signal switch ........................................ 2-28
Fog light switch (if so equipped) ...................... 2-29
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 2-29
Horn ............................................................. 2-30
Heated seats (if so equipped) ............................. 2-30
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ........... 2-31
Clock ............................................................ 2-31
Adjusting the time ........................................ 2-31
Power outlet ................................................... 2-32
Storage ......................................................... 2-33
Cup holders ................................................ 2-33
Sunglasses holder ........................................ 2-34
Glove box .................................................. 2-35
Console box ............................................... 2-35
Luggage floor box (if so equipped) ................... 2-36
Luggage side box ......................................... 2-36
Cargo cover (if so equipped) .......................... 2-37
Luggage hooks (if so equipped) ...................... 2-38
Coat hooks (if so equipped) ........................... 2-38
Utility hook ................................................. 2-39
Roof rack (if so equipped) .............................. 2-39
Windows ....................................................... 2-40
Power windows ........................................... 2-40
Moonroof (if so equipped) .................................. 2-42
Automatic moonroof ...................................... 2-42

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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 19
SIC3471
1. Tachometer
2. Fuel gauge
3. Vehicle information display
— Odometer/twin trip odometer
— Trip computer*
— Outside air temperature*
— Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
position indicator4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
5. Speedometer
6. Warning/indicator lights
7. Instrument brightness control knob
8. RESET switch for trip odometer/Trip computer*
mode switch
*: if so equippedThe needle indicators may move slightly
after the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position. This is not a malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES
Instruments and controls
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 19
SIC3550
TACHOMETERThe tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM) .Do not rev the
engine into the red zone
*1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce
engine speed. Operating the engine in
the red zone may cause serious engine
damage.
SIC3475
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGEThe gauge
*1
indicates the engine coolant
temperature.
The engine coolant temperature is within the
normal range when the gauge is within the zone
*2
shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature near the hot (H) end of the
normal range, reduce vehicle speed to
decrease temperature. If gauge is over
the normal range, stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible. If the engine is
overheated, continued operation of the
vehicle may seriously damage the en-
gine. See “IF YOUR VEHICLE OVER-
HEATS” in the “6. In case of emergency”
section for immediate action required.
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5 Starting and driving
Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 25
Precautions when starting and driving..................... 5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-2
Three-way catalyst .......................................... 5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............. 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ........................... 5-5
On-pavement and off-road driving precautions ...... 5-5
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving ...................... 5-6
Driving safety precautions ................................ 5-6
Ignition switch ................................................... 5-8
Intelligent Key system (if so equipped) ................ 5-8
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .......... 5-10
Steering lock ............................................... 5-10
Key positions .............................................. 5-10
Before starting the engine .................................. 5-11
Starting the engine ........................................... 5-11
Driving the vehicle ............................................ 5-12
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .......... 5-12
Parking brake .................................................. 5-17
Cruise control ................................................. 5-18
Precautions on cruise control .......................... 5-18
Cruise control operations ............................... 5-19 Break-in schedule
............................................ 5-20
Increasing fuel economy .................................... 5-20
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ................ 5-21
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) lock switch operations .... 5-21
AWD warning light ....................................... 5-23
Parking/parking on hills ...................................... 5-24
Electric power steering system ............................ 5-25
Brake system .................................................. 5-25
Braking precautions ...................................... 5-25
Parking brake break-in ................................... 5-26
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...................... 5-26
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ................. 5-27
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-29
Freeing a frozen door lock .............................. 5-29
Anti-freeze .................................................. 5-29
Battery ...................................................... 5-29
Draining of coolant water ............................... 5-29
Tire equipment ............................................ 5-29
Special winter equipment ............................... 5-29
Driving on SNOW or ice ................................ 5-29
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ................. 5-30

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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 19
SPA2331
To apply:Fully depress the parking brake pedal*1.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the foot brake
*2.
2. Depress the parking brake pedal
*1
and
the parking brake will be released.
3. Before driving, be sure the brake warning
light goes out.
PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CON-
TROL.If the cruise control system malfunctions, it
will cancel automatically. The SET indicator
light on the meter panel will then blink to
warn the driver.
.If the engine coolant temperature becomes
excessively high, the cruise control system
will cancel automatically.
.If the SET indicator light blinks, turn the
cruise control main switch off and have the
system checked by a NISSAN dealer.
.The SET indicator light may blink when the
cruise control main switch is turned ON
while pushing the RESUME/ACCELERATE,
SET/COAST or CANCEL switch. To prop-
erly set the cruise control system, perform
the following procedures.
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control when
driving under the following conditions:
.when it is not possible to keep the
vehicle at a set speed
.in heavy traffic or in traffic that
varies in speed
.on winding or hilly roads.on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,
etc.)
.in very windy areas
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.CRUISE CONTROL
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Model "S35-D" EDITED: 2007/ 12/ 19
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCKTo prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes
frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the
key hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob.ANTI-FREEZEIn the winter when it is anticipated that the
outside temperature will drop below 328F(08C) ,
check the anti-freeze to assure proper winter
protection. For additional information, see “EN-
GINE COOLING SYSTEM” in the “8. Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section.BATTERYIf the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the battery
fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To
maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should
be checked regularly. For additional information,
see “BATTERY” in the “8. Maintenance and do-
it-yourself” section.DRAINING OF COOLANT WATERIf the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-
freeze, drain the cooling system, including the
engine block. Refill before operating the vehicle.
For details, see “ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM”
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section.
TIRE EQUIPMENTSUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide
superior performance on dry pavement. How-
ever, the performance of these tires will be
substantially reduced in snowy and icy condi-
tions. If you operate your vehicle on snowy or icy
roads, NISSAN recommends the use of MUD &
SNOW or ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels.
Consult a NISSAN dealer for the tire type, size,
speed rating and availability information.
For additional traction on icy roads, studded
tires may be used. However, some U.S. states
and Canadian provinces prohibit their use.
Check local, state and provincial laws before
installing studded tires.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.
Tire chains may be used. For details, see “TIRE
CHAINS” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.All-Wheel Drive (AWD) modelIf you install snow tires, they must also be the
same size, brand, construction and tread pattern
on all four wheels.
SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENTIt is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during winter:
.A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ice and snow from the windows and wiper
blades.
.A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the
jack to give it firm support.
.A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snow-
drifts.
.Extra window washer fluid to refill the
reservoir tank.DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
.Wet ice (328F, 08C and freezing rain) ,
very cold snow or ice can be slick
and very hard to drive on. The
vehicle will have much less traction
or “grip” under these conditions. Try
to avoid driving on wet ice until the
road is salted or sanded.
.Whatever the condition, drive with
caution. Accelerate and slow down
with care. If accelerating or down-
shifting too fast, the drive wheels
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
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