2017 NISSAN ROGUE HYBRID power steering

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys .............................................3-2NISSAN Intelligent Key® . .......................3-2
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System keys .........3-4
Doors ............................................3-4
Locking with key ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ....................3-6
Locking with power door lock switch . . . ..........3-6
Automatic door locks ...........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock .......................3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ...........................3-7
Operating range ................................3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution ...................3-9
NISSAN Intelligent Key® Operation .............3-10
How to use the remote keyless entry
function ...................................... 3-13
Warning signals ............................... 3-17
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-18
Remote Hybrid Start .............................. 3-20
Remote hybrid start operating range .............3-20
Remote starting the vehicle .....................3-21
Extending hybrid system run time ................3-21
Canceling a remote start .......................3-21
Conditions the remote start will not work .........3-22 Hood
........................................... 3-23
Liftgate .......................................... 3-24
Operating the manual liftgate
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-24
Operating the power liftgate (if so equipped) .....3-25
Motion-Activated Liftgate (if so equipped) ........3-28
Power liftgate main switch (if so equipped) .......3-30
Liftgate release ................................ 3-30
Liftgate position setting ........................ 3-31
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-31
Opener operation .............................. 3-31
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-32
Steering wheel ................................... 3-34
Manual operation .............................. 3-34
Sun visors ....................................... 3-35
Vanity mirrors ................................. 3-35
Card holder (driver’s side only) ..................3-36
Mirrors .......................................... 3-36
Manual anti-glare

rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-36
Automatic Anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ............................... 3-36
Outside mirrors ............................... 3-37
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) ..........3-38

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode.........5-45
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
operation ..................................... 5-47
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
switches ...................................... 5-48
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
limitations ..................................... 5-54
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-58
System maintenance ........................... 5-60
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control
mode ........................................ 5-61
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) (if so equipped) . . 5-66 FEB system operation .......................... 5-67
Turning the FEB system on/off . . ................5-69
FEB system limitations ......................... 5-69
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-70
System malfunction ............................ 5-71
System maintenance ........................... 5-71
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with pedestrian
detection system (if so equipped) ..................5-73
FEB with pedestrian detection system
operation ..................................... 5-74
Turning the FEB with Pedestrian Detection
system ON/OFF ............................... 5-76FEB with pedestrian detection system
limitations
..................................... 5-77
System temporarily unavailable ..................5-79
System malfunction ............................ 5-80
System maintenance ........................... 5-80
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-82
Fuel efficient driving tips ........................... 5-82
Increasing fuel economy ........................... 5-84
All-wheel drive (AWD) (if so equipped) ..............5-84
AWD Lock Switch Operations ..................5-85
Parking/parking on hills ............................ 5-87
Power steering ................................... 5-88
Brake system .................................... 5-89
Brake precautions ............................. 5-89
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................5-89
Brake assist .................................. 5-90
V ehicle

Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............5-91
Brake force distribution ........................ 5-92
Chassis Control .................................. 5-93
Active trace control ............................ 5-93
Active engine brake ............................ 5-94
Active ride control ............................. 5-95
Hill start assist system ............................ 5-96

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling intotraffic when parked on an incline, it is a good
practice to turn the wheels as illustrated.
● HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB
A:
Turn the wheels into the curb and move the
vehicle forward until the curb side wheel
gently touches the curb.
● HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB
B:
Turn the wheels away from the curb and
move the vehicle back until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb.
● HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO
CURB
C:
Turn the wheels toward the side of the road
so the vehicle will move away from the cen-
ter of the road if it moves.
4. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK posi- tion.
WARNING
●If the hybrid system is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power as-
sist for the steering will not work. Steer-
ing will be harder to operate
● When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the hybrid system run-
ning, there will be no power assist for
the steering. You will still have control
of the vehicle but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
The power steering system is designed to pro-
vide power assist while driving to operate the
steering wheel with light force.
When the steering wheel is operated repeatedly
or continuously while parking or driving at a very
low speed, the power assist for the steering
wheel will be reduced. This is to prevent over-
heating of the power steering system and protect
it from getting damaged. While the power assist
is reduced, steering wheel operation will become
heavy. If the steering wheel operation is still per-
formed, the power steering may stop and the
power steering warning light will illuminate. In a
safe location, stop the hybrid system and push the ignition switch to the OFF position. The tem-
perature of the power steering system will go
down after a period of time and the power assist
level will return to normal after starting the hybrid
system. The power steering warning light will go
off. Avoid repeating such steering wheel opera-
tions that could cause the power steering system
to overheat.
You may hear a noise from the front of the vehicle
when the steering wheel is operated. This is a
normal operational noise and is not a malfunction.
If the electric power steering warning light
PS
illuminates while the hybrid system is running, it
may indicate the power steering system is not
functioning properly and may need servicing.
Have the power steering system checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service.
When the electric power steering warning light
illuminates with the hybrid system running, there
will be no power assist for the steering but you
will still have control of the vehicle. At this time,
greater steering effort is required to operate the
steering wheel, especially in sharp turns and at
low speeds.
For additional information, refer to “Power steer-
ing warning light” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section of this manual.
POWER STEERING
5-88Starting and driving

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tiretouches the ground. Then, with the wheel
nut wrench, tighten the wheel nuts securely
in the sequence illustrated (
A,B,C,D,
E) . Lower the vehicle completely.
5. Securely store the jacking equipment in the vehicle. When storing the tool kit, it is re-
quested to tighten the bag securely with the
attached band to prevent movement of the
tools, otherwise noise may occur.
WARNING
●Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly
tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident.
● Do not use oil or grease on the wheel
studs or nuts. This could cause the nuts
to become loose.
● Retighten the wheel nuts when the ve-
hicle has been driven for 600 miles
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.) . As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts
to the specified torque with a torque
wrench.
Wheel nut tightening torque:
83 ft-lb (113 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to
specification at all times. It is recom-
mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
specifications at each lubrication interval.
Adjust tire pressure to the COLD pressure.
COLD pressure: After vehicle has been
parked for 3 hours or more or driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km) .
COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire
and loading information label affixed to the
driver side center pillar.
WARNING
● If the hybrid system stops operating
while driving, the power assist for the
brakes and steering will not work. Brak-
ing and steering will be harder.
● If the hybrid system stops operating
while driving, do not open any door until
the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Opening a door will lock the steering
wheel. This may cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle and could result in
serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.
The hybrid system may stop operating while driv-
ing if the high-voltage battery becomes dis-
charged, the 12-volt battery becomes dis-
charged or the fuel tank is empty. If the hybrid
system stops operating while driving, perform the
following: 1. Reduce your speed gradually. Pull to the side of the road to a safe area.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
3. Set the push-button ignition switch at OFF, and try to start the hybrid system.
4. If the hybrid system will not start, refer to the “If the vehicle does not start” in this section
of the manual.
HYBRID SYSTEM STOPS OPERATING
WHILE DRIVING
In case of emergency6-9

WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan
can start at any time.7. After the engine cools down, check the cool- ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank
with the engine running. Add coolant to the
engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary.
Have your vehicle repaired. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for
this service. When towing your vehicle, all jurisdictional and
local regulations for towing must be followed.
Incorrect towing equipment could damage your
vehicle. Towing instructions are available from a
NISSAN dealer. Local service operators are gen-
erally familiar with the applicable laws and proce-
dures for towing. To assure proper towing and to
prevent accidental damage to your vehicle,
NISSAN recommends having a service operator
tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have the ser-
vice operator carefully read the following precau-
tions:
WARNING
●
Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.
● Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by a tow truck.
CAUTION
●When towing, make sure that the trans-
mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.
● Always attach safety chains before
towing. For additional information about towing your front
wheel drive vehicle behind a Recreational Vehicle
(RV) , refer to “Flat towing for front wheel drive
vehicle” in the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
For additional information about towing your all-
wheel drive vehicle behind a Recreational Vehicle
(RV) , refer to “Flat towing for all-wheel drive
vehicle” in the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
NISSAN
NISSAN recommends towing your vehicle based
upon the type of drivetrain. Please refer to the
diagrams in this section to ensure that your ve-
hicle is properly towed.
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
6-14In case of emergency

Seat belts:Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
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) .
12-Volt battery*: This vehicle is equipped with a
sealed maintenance free battery. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for ser-
vice. 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 elec-
tronic accessories that consume bat-
tery power when the hybrid system 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 MAX and MIN lines on
the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Inverter coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the inverter is cold.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 15 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. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)” 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 fuel 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.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

FluidCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-10
Engine coolant .................8-4
Engine oil ...................8-7
Invertercoolant ................8-6
Windshield-washerfluid...........8-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-11
Foglightswitch .................2-43
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) .......2-12
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-49
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-4
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Fuel economy ................5-84
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-32
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Fuel octane rating ..............10-5
Fuel recommendation ............10-3
Loose fuel cap warning ...........2-31
Fuel efficient driving tips .............5-82
Fuel-filler door ...............3-31,3-31
Fuel gauge .....................2-6
Fuses.......................8-19
Fusible links ...................8-20
G
Gascap .....................3-32 Gauge
Fuel gauge ...................2-6
Odometer ...................2-5
Power meter ..................2-6
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-5
General maintenance ...............9-2
Glovebox.....................2-50
H
Hands-free phone system,
Bluetooth®................4-75,4-88
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-39
Headlight control switch ............2-39
Headlights ....................8-24
Head restraints ..................1-7
Heated seats ...................2-43
Heated steering wheel switch .........2-44
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-34
Heater operation ...............4-35
High voltage components ..........HEV-11
Hill start assist system ..............5-96
Hood .......................3-23
Hook Luggage hook ................2-53
Horn .......................2-43
Hybrid System Stops operating while driving .........6-9
Vehicle does not start ............6-10
Hybrid vehicle characteristics ........HEV-13
Hybrid vehicle precautions .........HEV-11 I
Ignition Switch Push-Button Ignition Switch ........
5
-13
Immobilizer system ............2-35,5-16
Important vehicle information label ......10-11
In-cabin microfilter ................8-15
Increasing fuel economy .............5-84
Indicator NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery
discharge indicator .............5-15
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders).............2-10,2-11,2-16
Information display ................2-20
Instrument brightness control ..........2-42
Instrumentpanel...............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-42
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) .........5-43
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ..............3-9
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ................3-3
Remote keyless entry operation.......3-13
Troubleshooting guide ............3-18
Warning signals ...............3-18
Interior light ................2-59,2-61
Inverter Checking inverter coolant level ........8-6
Inverter cooling system ............8-6
iPod®Player ............... 4-61, 4-63
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-23
11-3

N
NissanConnect
SM................4-70
NissanConnectSMServices...........4-71
NISSAN Intelligent Key® ..........3-2,3-7
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator .....................5-15
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System . .2-35, 5-16
NISSAN voice recognition system .......4-97
O
Octanerating(Seefueloctanerating).....10-5
Odometer .....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changing engine oil ..............8-8
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-9
Checking engine oil level ...........8-7
Engine oil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-6
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-6
Oneshotcall............4-78,4-78,4-90
Outside mirrors .................3-37
Owner’s manual order form ..........10-21
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ...................10-21
P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-22
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-88 Parking brake
...................5-22
Personallights..................2-61
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free
system ...................4-75,4-88
Power Power door locks ...............3-6
Power outlet .................2-46
Power rear windows .............2-56
Power steering system ...........5-88
Power windows ...............2-55
Rear power windows ............2-56
Power meter ....................2-6
Power outlet ...................2-46
Power steering ..................5-88
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions ..................5-9
Precautions on booster
seats...........1-21,1-28,1-34,1-39
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-21,1-28,1-34,1-39
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-42
Precautions when starting and
driving ..................5-4,5-11
Programmablefeatures..............4-7
Push starting ...................6-13
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ...........4-75 FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player
.................4-45,4-50
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test .......................10-20
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ........5-33
Rear power windows ..............2-56
Rearview mirror .................3-36
RearView Monitor ................4-11
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.......................2-39
Rear window wiper and washer switches . . .2-38
Recommended Fluids ..............10-2
Recorders EventData .................10-20
Refrigerant recommendation ..........10-7
Registering a vehicle in another country . . .10-10
Remote Start ...............3-20,5-17
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......
1
0-19
Roof rack .....................2-54
S
Safety Child safety rear door lock ..........3-7
Child seat belts .....1-21,1-28,1-34,1-39
Reporting safety defects (US only) ....10-19
Seat adjustment Front manual seat adjustment ........1-3
Front power seat adjustment .........1-4
Seatbackpockets................2-49
Seat belt Child safety ..................1-19
Infants and small children ..........1-20
Injured Person ................1-14
Largerchildren................1-20
11-5