2021 NISSAN ROGUE display

If any malfunction occurs in the Intelligent
4x4 system while the engine is running,
warning messages appear in the vehicle
information display.
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If the “AWD Error” warningappears,
there may be a malfunction in the In-
telligent 4x4 system. Reduce vehicle
speed and have your vehicle checked by
a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
The “AWD High Temp. Stop vehicle” (high
temperature) warning
appears when
the oil temperature of the powertrain parts increases due to the difference in
rotation between the front and rear
wheels is large (wheel slip), such as when
driving on rough roads, driving through
sand or mud, or freeing a stuck vehicle. If
this warning is displayed, stop the vehicle
with the engine idling, as soon as it is safe
to do so. In these cases, the AWD changes
to 2WD to protect the powertrain parts.
Then if the warning turns off, you can
continue AWD driving.
The “Tire Size Incorrect” warning
may
appear if there is a large difference
between the diameters of front and rear
wheels and tires. Pull off the road in a safe
area, with the engine idling. Check that all
tire sizes, brand, construction and tread
pattern are the same, that the tire pres-
sures are correct and that the tires are
not excessively worn. If you have any
problems, change tires or adjust tire
pressures correctly. Do not select the
SNOW or OFF-ROAD mode with the Drive
Mode Selector and do not drive fast.
If any warning message continues to be
displayed, have your vehicle checked by a
NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.
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INTELLIGENT 4X4 (if so equipped)

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).
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VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) SYSTEM

WAF0521XExample
To turn off the VDC system, perform the
following steps in the vehicle information
display.
1. Push the
button on the
steering wheel until “Settings” appears
and then push the job dial.
2. Use the scroll dial to select “VDC Setting” and then push it.
3. Select “System” and push the scroll dial. The
indicator light will illumi-
nate.
Turn “VDC Setting” back on in the vehicle
information display or restart the engine
to turn on the VDC system.
BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION
During braking while driving through
turns, the system optimizes the distribu-
tion of force to each of the four wheels
depending on the radius of the turn.
WARNING
. The VDC system is designed to
help the driver maintain 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
indicator light
may flash or both theandindicator lights 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 both the
andindicator lights may illumi-
nate.
. If engine control related parts are
not NISSAN recommended or are
extremely deteriorated, both the
andindicator lights may
illuminate.
. When driving on extremely in-
clined surfaces such as higher
banked corners, the VDC system
may not operate properly and the
indicator light may flash or
both theandindicator
lights may illuminate. Do not
drive on these types of roads.
. When driving on an unstable sur-
face such as a turntable, ferry,
elevator or ramp, the
indica-
tor light may flash or both the
andindicator lights may illu-
minate. 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
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used, the VDC system may not
operate properly and the
indicator light may flash or both
theandindicator lights
may illuminate.
. The VDC system is not a substi-
tute for winter tires or tire chains
on a snow covered road. The chassis control is an electric control
module that includes the following func-
tions:
.
Intelligent Trace Control
. Active Ride Control
INTELLIGENT TRACE CONTROL
This system senses driving based on the
driver’s steering and acceleration/braking
patterns, and controls brake pressure at
individual wheels to aid tracing at corners
and help smooth vehicle response.
When the VDC system is turned off, the
Intelligent Trace Control is also turned off.
Amount of brake control is changed
based on Drive Mode selector.
When Intelligent Trace Control is not
functioning properly, the master warning
light illuminates, and warning message
“Chassis Control System Error” will also
appear in the vehicle information display.
If the chassis control warning message
appears in the vehicle information dis-
play, it may indicate that the Intelligent
Trace Control is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked as soon as
possible. It is recommended that you visit
a NISSAN dealer for this service. (See
“Vehicle information display warnings
and indicators” (P.2-34).)
WARNING
The Intelligent Trace Control may not
be effective depending on the driv-
ing condition. Always drive carefully
and attentively.
When the Intelligent Trace Control is
operating, you may feel a pulsation in
the brake pedal, sense slight deceleration,
or hear a noise. This is normal and
indicates that Intelligent Trace Control is
operating properly.
ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL
This system senses upper body motion
and controls four wheel brake pressure.
This will enhance ride comfort in effort to
restrain uncomfortable upper body
movement when passing over undulated
road surfaces. When the VDC system is
turned off, the Active Ride Control is also
turned off.
If the chassis control warning message
appears in the vehicle information dis-
play, it may indicate that the Active Ride
Control is not functioning properly. Have
the system checked as soon as possible.
It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN
dealer for this service.
CHASSIS CONTROL

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WAF0648XExampleThe sonar system sounds a tone to
inform the driver of obstacles around
the vehicle using the sonar sensors
located in the front and rear bumpers.
When the sonar system is turned on, the
sonar view will automatically appear in
the vehicle information display.
WARNING
.The sonar system is a conveni-
ence but it is not a substitute for
proper parking. .
The driver is always responsible
for safety during parking and
other maneuvers. Always look
around and check that it is safe
to do so before parking.
. Read and understand the limita-
tions of the sonar system as
contained in this section. The
colors of the sonar indicator in-
dicates different distances to the
object.
. Inclement weather or ultrasonic
sources such as an automatic car
wash, a truck’s compressed-air
brakes or a pneumatic drill may affect the function of the system;
this may include reduced perfor-
mance or a false activation.
. The sonar system is designed as
an aid to the driver in detecting
large stationary objects to help
avoid damaging the vehicle.
. The sonar system is not designed
to prevent contact with small or
moving objects. Always move
slowly. The system will not detect
small objects below the bumper/
vehicle side, and may not detect
objects close to the bumper/ve-
hicle side or on the ground.
. The sonar system may not detect
the following objects: fluffy ob-
jects such as snow, cloth, cotton,
glass, wool, etc.; thin objects such
as rope, wire and chain, etc.; or
wedge-shaped objects.
If your vehicle sustains damage to the
bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or
bent, the sensing zone may be altered
causing inaccurate measurement of ob-
stacles or false alarms.
SONAR SYSTEM (if so equipped)

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WAF0523XExample
When the vehicle moves closer to an
obstacle, the sonar indicator (detected
area) appears in the vehicle information
display.
WAF0524XExample
The sonar indicator also appears on the
camera view of the center display.

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Steering-wheel-mounted control (left
side)
Vehicle information display
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE SO-
NAR SYSTEM
The system is automatically activated
when the ignition switch is in the ONposition and the shift lever is in the D
(Drive) or R (Reverse) position.
Perform the following steps to set up the
sonar system function.
1. Push thebutton until “Set-
tings” appears in the vehicle informa-
tion display and then push the scroll dial. Use the scroll dial to select “Driver
Assistance.” Then push the scroll dial.
2. Select “Parking Aids” and push the scroll dial.
3. Use the scroll dial to navigate in the menu and select or change an item:
.Moving Object
— Turns ON/OFF the Moving Object
Detection (MOD) (See “Moving Ob-
ject Detection (MOD)” (P.4-22).)
.Auto Show Sonar— Shows the sonar display in the
vehicle information display when
the sonar activates
.Front— Turns ON/OFF the front sonar
sensors
.Rear— Turns ON/OFF the rear sonar
sensors
.Side (if so equipped)
— Turns ON/OFF the side sonar
sensors
.Distance— Changes the sonar sensor’s de-
tection distance to “Long,” “Med-
ium” or “Short”
.Volume— Changes the volume of the tone
sound to “High,” “Medium” or “Low”
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The RSS sounds a tone to inform the
driver of obstacles near the rear bumper.
When the RSS is turned on, the sonar view
will automatically appear in the vehicle
information display.
WARNING
.The RSS is a convenience but it is
not a substitute for proper park-
ing.
. The driver is always responsible
for safety during parking and
other maneuvers. Always look
around and check that it is safe to do so before parking.
. Read and understand the limita-
tions of the RSS as contained in
this section. The colors of the
sonar indicator indicates differ-
ent distances to the object.
. Inclement weather or ultrasonic
sources such as an automatic car
wash, a truck’s compressed-air
brakes or a pneumatic drill may
affect the function of the system;
this may include reduced perfor-
mance or a false activation.
. The RSS is designed as an aid to
the driver in detecting large sta-
tionary objects to help avoid da-
maging the vehicle.
. The RSS is not designed to pre-
vent contact with small or mov-
ing objects. Always move slowly.
The system will not detect small
objects below the bumper, and
may not detect objects close to
the bumper or on the ground.
. The RSS may not detect the
following objects: fluffy objects
such as snow, cloth, cotton, glass,
wool, etc.; thin objects such as
rope, wire and chain, etc.; or
wedge-shaped objects. If your vehicle sustains damage to the
bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or
bent, the sensing zone may be altered
causing inaccurate measurement of ob-
stacles or false alarms.
CAUTION
.
Excessive noise (such as audio
system volume or an open vehi-
cle window) will interfere with the
tone and it may not be heard.
. Keep the sonar sensors (located
on the rear bumper fascia) free
from snow, ice and large accu-
mulations of dirt. Do not clean the
sensors with sharp objects. If the
sensors are covered, the accuracy
of the sonar function will be
diminished.
SYSTEM OPERATION
The system informs with a visual and
audible alert of rear obstacles when the
shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position.
The system is deactivated at speeds
above 6 MPH (10 km/h). It is reactivated
at lower speeds.
The intermittent tone will stop after
several seconds when an obstacle is
REAR SONAR SYSTEM (RSS) (if so
equipped)