2016 NISSAN ROGUE engine

Select the switch position by referring to the
following sample.
Vehicle LoadSwitch
Position
Driver only or Driver/front pas- senger 0
Driver/front seat passenger/rear seat passengers 1
Driver/front seat passenger/rear
seat passengers/cargo or driver/ cargo/no trailer 2
Fully loaded/no trailer 3
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM
The daytime running lights automatically illumi-
nate when the engine is started with the parking
brake released. The daytime running lights oper-
ate with the headlight switch in the OFF position
or in the
position. Turn the headlight switch
to the
position for full illumination when
driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started, the daytime running lights do not illumi-
nate. The daytime running lights illuminate when
the parking brake is released. The daytime run-
ning lights will remain on until the ignition switch
is placed in the OFF position.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system is
active, tail lights on your vehicle are not
on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your
headlights. Failure to do so could cause
an accident injuring yourself and others.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
Press the “-” buttonAto decrease the bright-
ness of instrument panel lights.
Press the “+” button
Bto increase the bright-
ness of instrument panel lights.
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To sound the horn, push near the horn icon on the
steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as desired. The indicator light in the switch will
illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
● Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
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HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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●When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
The vehicle should be driven with the VDC sys-
tem on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH
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The all-wheel drive (AWD) lock switch is located
on the instrument panel. The AWD LOCK indica-
tor light will illuminate when the switch is turned
on. For additional information, refer to “Warning
lights, indicator lights and audible reminders” in
this section.
Each time you push the switch, the AWD mode
will switch: AUTO→LOCK→AUTO. Adjusts the engine and transmission points to
enhance performance. Press the SPORT button
on the instrument panel to activate. “SPORT”
appears in the speedometer for two seconds.
NOTE:
In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may be
reduced.WARNING
●
Never rely solely on the hill descent
control system to control vehicle speed
when driving on steep downhill grades.
Always drive carefully when using the
hill descent control system and deceler-
ate the vehicle speed by depressing the
brake pedal if necessary. Be especially
careful when driving on frozen, muddy
or extremely steep downhill roads. Fail-
ure to control vehicle speed may result
in a loss of control of the vehicle and
possible serious injury or death.
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) LOCK
SWITCH (if so equipped) SPORT MODE SWITCH (if so
equipped)HILL DESCENT CONTROL SWITCH (if
so equipped)
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NOTE:● When the ignition is in the OFF position, the
front and center console power outlets stop
delivering power one minute after the door is
opened and stays open.
● If the door remains closed after the ignition is
placed in the OFF position, the front and
center console power outlets continue to
deliver power until the accessory power
timer has elapsed.
● The cargo area power outlet(s) continues to
deliver power normally.
CAUTION
● The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
● Only certain power outlets are designed
for use with a cigarette lighter unit. Do
not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter. It is recommended
you visit a NISSAN dealer for additional
information.
● Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. ●
Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
Center Console
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Cargo Area
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NOTE:
The footwell lights and step lights illumi-
nate when the driver and passenger doors
are open regardless of the interior light
switch position. These lights will turn off
automatically after a period of time while
doors are open to prevent the battery from
becoming discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
CONSOLE LIGHT
The console light will turn on whenever the park-
ing lights or headlights are illuminated.
The console light brightness can be adjusted
with the illumination brightness control.
MAP LIGHTS
Press the button to turn the map lights on. To turn
them off, press the button again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
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PERSONAL LIGHTS (if so equipped)
To turn the rear personal lights on, push the
switch. To turn them off, push the switch again.The cargo light on the overhead trim has a three-
position switch. To operate, push the switch to
the desired position.
1ON: The light is illuminated.
2DOOR: The light illuminates when the lift-
gate is opened. The light turns off when the
liftgate is closed.
3OFF: The light does not illuminate regardless
of liftgate position or lock status.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
Rear personal lights
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that are
programmed for the vehicle. If another Intelligent
Key is in range or inside the vehicle, the vehicle
system may respond differently than expected.
SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When stopping the engine The red Shift to Park warning appears on
the display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously. The shift lever is not in the P (Park) position. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
When shifting the shift lever to the P (Park)
position The Push ignition to OFF warning appears
on the display. The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door to get out
of the vehicle The Door Open warning appears on the
display. The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door after getting out of
the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds three
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for approximately three seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The red Shift to Park warning appears on
the display and the inside side chime
sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC position
and the shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position
and place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door with the inside lock
knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for approximately
three seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the door handle request
switch or the LOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for approximately
three seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the ignition switch to start
the engine The Intelligent Key battery indicator appears
on the display.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery re-
placement” in the “Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
The yellow Key ID Incorrect warning ap-
pears on the display. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the ignition switch The Key System Error warning appears on
the display. It warns of a malfunction with the Intelligent
Key system.It is recommended you contact a NISSAN
dealer.
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