2021 NISSAN ROGUE power steering

26. Power turned off to save the
battery warning
Under the specific conditions, this warn-
ing may appear after the ignition switch is
automatically turned OFF to save the
battery.
27. Reminder Turn OFF Headlights
warning
This warning appears when the driver
side door is opened with the headlight
switch is left ON and the ignition switch is
placed in the OFF position. Place the
headlight switch in OFF (if so equipped)
or AUTO position. For additional informa-
tion, (See “Headlight and turn signal
switch” (P.2-55).)
28. Headlight System Error: See
Owner’s Manual warning
This warning appears if the LED head-
lights are malfunctioning. Have the sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
29. Time for a break? indicator
This indicator appears when the set
Timer Alert activates. You can set the
time for up to 6 hours.
30. Chassis Control System Error:
See Owner’s Manual warning
This warning appears if the chassis con-
trol module detects a malfunction in the
chassis control system. Have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service. (See
“Chassis control” (P.5-160).)
31. Rear Door Alert is activated
indicator
When the system is enabled, this message
appears when the Rear Door Alert system
is active and can remind the driver to
check the rear seat.
.Using the steering switch, the driver
can select “Dismiss Message” to clear
the display for a period of time.
. Using the steering switch, the driver
can select “Disable Alert” to disable the
horn alert for the remainder of the
current trip.
For additional information, see “Rear Door
Alert” (P.2-65).
WARNING
Selecting “Dismiss Message” during a
stop within a trip temporarily dis-
misses the message for that stop
without turning the system off. Alerts can be provided for other
stops during the trip. Selecting “Dis-
able Alert” turns off the Rear Door
Alert system for the remainder of a
trip and no audible alert will be
provided.
NOTE:
This system is disabled until the driver
enables it using the settings menu. See
“Vehicle Settings” (P.2-27).
32. Check Rear Seat For all articles
indicator
When the system is enabled, this message
appears when the vehicle comes to a
complete stop, the shift position is placed
from the D (Drive) to P (Park), and the
driver exits the vehicle. This message
alerts the driver, after a period of time,
to check for items in the rear seat after
the audible alert has been provided.
NOTE:
This system is disabled until the driver
enables it using the settings menu. See
“Vehicle Settings” (P.2-27).
Instruments and controls2-37

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ........................................................................\
................................. 3-3Intelligent Key ........................................................................\
... 3-3
Doors ........................................................................\
.............................. 3-5
Locking with key .................................................................... 3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ..................................... 3-6
Locking with power door lock switch ................... 3-6
Automatic door locks ......................................................... 3-7
Child safety rear door lock ............................................. 3-7
Intelligent Key system .............................................................. 3-7 Intelligent Key operating range (models with
request switch) ........................................................................\
3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution (models with
request switch) ..................................................................... 3-10
Intelligent Key operation (models with
request switch) ..................................................................... 3-11
Battery saver system ....................................................... 3-12
Warning lights and audible reminders .............. 3-12
Troubleshooting guide ................................................... 3-13
How to use remote keyless entry function ...... 3-15
Remote engine start (if so equipped) ....................... 3-19
Remote engine start operating range ............... 3-20
Remote starting the engine ....................................... 3-20
Extending engine run time ......................................... 3-20
Canceling a remote engine start ........................... 3-21
Conditions the remote engine start will
not work ........................................................................\
............. 3-21 Hood ........................................................................\
............................ 3-22
Liftgate ........................................................................\
...................... 3-23
Operating manual liftgate (if
so equipped) ........................................................................\
. 3-23
Operating power liftgate (if so equipped) ...... 3-24
Motion-activated liftgate (if
so equipped) ........................................................................\
. 3-26
Garage mode system (if so equipped) ............ 3-27
Auto closure (if so equipped) .................................. 3-28
liftgate release lever ....................................................... 3-28
Fuel-filler door ........................................................................\
..... 3-29 Opening the fuel-filler door ...................................... 3-29
How to refuel ....................................................................... 3-29
When refueling from a portable
fuel container ...................................................................... 3-30
Tilt/telescopic steering ........................................................ 3-31
Tilt and telescopic operation .................................. 3-31
Sun visors ........................................................................\
................ 3-32
Rear sunshade (if so equipped) .................................... 3-32
Mirrors ........................................................................\
...................... 3-33
Inside mirror ........................................................................\
. 3-33
Outside mirrors .................................................................. 3-34
Vanity mirror ........................................................................\
3-36
Memory seat (if so equipped) ......................................... 3-36 Memory storage function .......................................... 3-36

Turning the AEB with pedestrian detection
system ON/OFF ................................................................ 5-125
AEB with pedestrian detection
system limitations .......................................................... 5-126
System temporarily unavailable ......................... 5-129
System malfunction ...................................................... 5-130
System maintenance ................................................... 5-130
Intelligent Forward Collision
Warning (I-FCW) ....................................................................... 5-132 I-FCW system operation ............................................ 5-134
Turning the I-FCW system ON/OFF ................. 5-135
I-FCW system limitations .......................................... 5-137
System temporarily unavailable ......................... 5-139
System malfunction ...................................................... 5-139
System maintenance ................................................... 5-139
Intelligent Driver Alertness (I-DA) .............................. 5-141 I-DA system operation ................................................ 5-141
How to enable/disable the I-DA system ...... 5-142
I-DA system limitations .............................................. 5-142
System malfunction ...................................................... 5-143
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) .................................... 5-143
RAB system operation ................................................ 5-145
Turning the RAB system ON/OFF ...................... 5-145
RAB system limitations .............................................. 5-146
System malfunction ...................................................... 5-147
System maintenance ................................................... 5-148
Break-in schedule ................................................................. 5-149
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips ................................................ 5-149
Increasing fuel economy ................................................. 5-150 Intelligent 4x4 (if so equipped) .................................. 5-151
Parking/parking on hills .................................................. 5-153
Electric power steering .................................................... 5-154
Brake system ........................................................................\
... 5-155
Braking precautions ................................................... 5-155
Brake assist ........................................................................\
....... 5-156 Brake assist ....................................................................... 5-156
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........................ 5-156
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system .............. 5-157 How to turn off the VDC system ..................... 5-158
Brake Force Distribution ......................................... 5-159
Chassis control ....................................................................... 5-160 Intelligent Trace Control ......................................... 5-160
Active Ride Control ..................................................... 5-160
Hill Start Assist system ..................................................... 5-161
Sonar system (if so equipped) ................................... 5-162 System operation ......................................................... 5-163
How to enable/disable the
sonar system ................................................................... 5-165
Sonar system limitations ....................................... 5-166
System temporarily unavailable ....................... 5-167
System maintenance ................................................ 5-167
Rear Sonar System (RSS) (if so equipped) ........ 5-168 System operation ......................................................... 5-168
How to enable/disable the RSS ........................ 5-170
RSS limitations ................................................................ 5-170
System temporarily unavailable ....................... 5-171
System maintenance ................................................ 5-172

5-154Starting and driving
4. Place the ignition switch in the OFFposition.
WARNING
.If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the
power assist for the steering will
not work. Steering will be harder
to operate.
. When the electric power steering
warning light illuminates with the
engine running, the power assist
for the steering will cease opera-
tion. You will still have control of
the vehicle but the steering will
be harder to operate.
The electric power steering is designed to
provide power assist while driving to
operate the steering wheel with light
force.
When SPORT mode is selected, the steer-
ing wheel effort is moderately increased
for a sporty feel. (See “SPORT mode” (P.5-
33).)
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 overheating
of the electric power steering and protect
it from getting damaged. While the power assist is reduced, steering wheel opera-
tion will become heavy. If the steering
wheel operation is still performed, the
electric power steering may stop and the
electric power steering warning light
will illuminate. In a safe location, stop the
engine and place the ignition switch in
the OFF position. When the temperature
of the electric power steering goes down,
the power assist level will return to
normal. Avoid repeating such steering
wheel operations that could cause the
electric power steering to overheat.
You may hear a noise when the steering
wheel is operated quickly. However, this is
not a malfunction.
If the electric power steering warning
light illuminates while the engine is run-
ning, it may indicate the electric power
steering is not functioning properly and
may need servicing. Have the electric
power steering checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service. (See “Electric power steer-
ing warning light” (P.2-17).)
When the electric power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine running,
the power assist for the steering will
cease operation. You will still have control
of the vehicle. However, greater steering
effort is needed, especially in sharp turns
and at low speeds.
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING

tion, it switches the ABS off and illumi-
nates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock
assistance.
If the ABS warning light illuminates during
the self-test or while driving, have the
vehicle checked. It is recommended you
visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Normal operation
The ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6
MPH (5 to 10 km/h). The speed varies
according to road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the
actuator rapidly applies and releases
hydraulic pressure. This action is similar
to pumping the brakes very quickly. You
may feel a pulsation in the brake pedal
and hear a noise from under the hood or
feel a vibration from the actuator when it
is operating. This is normal and indicates
that the ABS is operating properly. How-
ever, the pulsation may indicate that road
conditions are hazardous and extra care
is required while driving.The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-
tem uses various sensors to monitor
driver inputs and vehicle motion. Under
certain driving conditions, the VDC sys-
tem helps to perform the following func-
tions.
.
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 con-
trol function).
. Controls brake pressure at individual
wheels and engine output to help the
driver maintain control of the vehicle
in the following conditions:
— understeer (vehicle tends to not
follow the steered path despite
increased steering input)
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to certain road or driving condi-
tions).
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 slip
indicator light
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.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
slip indicator light
illuminates in the
instrument panel. The VDC system auto-
matically turns off.
The vehicle information display is used to
turn off the VDC system. The VDC off
indicator
illuminates to indicate the
VDC system is off. When the VDC system
is turned off, the VDC system still oper-
ates to prevent one drive wheel from
slipping by transferring power to a non
slipping drive wheel. The slip indicator
light
flashes if this occurs. All other
VDC functions are off, and the slip in-
dicator light
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.
See “Slip indicator light” (P.2-20) and
“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indi-
cator light” (P.2-20).
Starting and driving5-157
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) SYSTEM

5-158Starting and driving
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 improve driving stability but
does not prevent accidents due
to abrupt steering operation at
high speeds or by careless or
dangerous driving techniques.
Reduce vehicle speed and be
especially careful when driving
and cornering on slippery sur-
faces and always drive carefully.
. Do not modify the vehicle’s sus-
pension. If suspension parts such
as shock absorbers, struts,
springs, stabilizer bars, bushings
and wheels are not NISSAN re-
commended for your vehicle or
are extremely deteriorated, the
VDC system may not operate
properly. This could adversely
affect vehicle handling perfor-
mance, and the slip indicator light
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 the slip indicator
light
may illuminate.
. If engine control related parts are
not NISSAN recommended or are
extremely deteriorated, the slip
indicator light
may illuminate.
. When driving on extremely in-
clined surfaces such as higher
banked corners, the VDC system
may not operate properly and the
slip indicator light
may illu-
minate. Do not drive on these
types of roads.
. When driving on an unstable sur-
face such as a turntable, ferry,
elevator or ramp, the slip indica-
tor light
may illuminate. This
is not a malfunction. Restart the
engine after driving 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 slip
indicator light
may illuminate. .
The VDC system is not a substi-
tute for winter tires or tire chains
on a snow covered road.
HOW TO TURN OFF THE VDC SYS-
TEM
The vehicle should be driven with the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ON
for most driving conditions.
When the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow,
the VDC system reduces the engine out-
put to reduce wheel spin. The engine
speed will be reduced even if the accel-
erator is depressed to the floor. If max-
imum engine power is needed to free a
stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.

When towing your vehicle, all jurisdic-
tional and local regulations for towing
must be followed. Incorrect towing equip-
ment could damage your vehicle. Towing
instructions are available from a NISSAN
dealer. Local service operators are gen-
erally familiar with the applicable laws
and procedures for towing. To assure
proper towing and to prevent accidental
damage to your vehicle, NISSAN recom-
mends that you have a service operator
tow your vehicle. It is advisable to have
the service operator carefully read the
following precautions.
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
transmission, axles, steering sys-
tem and powertrain are in work-
ing condition. If any of these
conditions apply, dollies or a
flatbed tow truck must be used. .
Always attach safety chains be-
fore towing.
(See “Flat towing for All–Wheel Drive
vehicle” (P.10-26) or “Flat towing for
Front-Wheel Drive vehicle” (P.10-26).)
NOTE:
If the battery is completely drained, the
transmission will not manually shift to
other positions. For shifting to other
positions, charge the battery or supply
power following the jump starting pro-
cedure. Push the park button to shift to
the P (Park) position before shifting to
other positions.
In case of emergency6-15
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

9-4Maintenance and schedules
Seats:Check seat position controls such
as seat adjusters, seatback recliners, etc.
to ensure they operate smoothly and that
all latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints/headrests
move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if so equipped) hold securely in
all latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive
free play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure
that all warning lights and chimes are
operating properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets prop-
erly and in sufficient quantity when oper-
ating the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check
that the wipers and washers 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).
Battery*: This vehicle is equipped with a
sealed maintenance free battery. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1.
Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories 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 MAX and
MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belt*: Make sure that the
drive belt is not frayed, worn, cracked or
oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after
parking the vehicle on a level surface and
turning off the engine. 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, im-
mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service. (See “Pre-
cautions when starting and driving” (P.5-
5) for exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).)
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 immedi-
ately.
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
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control
dust. It is very important to remove these
substances, otherwise rust will form on
the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around
the exhaust system. At the end of winter,
the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to
clean those areas where mud and dirt
may accumulate. For additional informa-
tion, see “Cleaning exterior” (P.7-2).