Nissan Rogue Select (2015 year). Instruction - part 16

When performing any inspection or mainte-
nance work on your vehicle, always take care
to prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or
damage to the vehicle. The following are general
precautions which should be closely observed.

WARNING

. Park the vehicle on a level surface,

apply the parking brake securely
and block the wheels to prevent
the vehicle from moving. Move the
shift lever to P (Park).

. Be sure the ignition switch is in the

OFF or LOCK position when per-
forming any parts replacement or
repairs.

. If you must work with the engine

running, keep your hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from moving
fans, belts and any other moving
parts.

. It is advisable to secure or remove

any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle.

. Always wear eye protection when-

ever you work on your vehicle.

. If you must run the engine in an

enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.

. Never get under the vehicle while it

is supported only by a jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.

. Keep smoking materials, flame and

sparks away from fuel tank and the
battery.

. The fuel filter or fuel lines should be

serviced by a NISSAN dealer be-
cause the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is
off.

CAUTION

. Do not work under the hood while

the engine is hot. Turn the engine
off and wait until it cools down.

. Avoid direct contact with used en-

gine oil and coolant. Improperly
disposed engine oil, and engine
coolant and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Al-

ways conform to local regulations
for disposal of vehicle fluid.

. Never leave the engine or the CVT

related component harnesses dis-
connected while the ignition switch
is in the ON position.

. Never connect or disconnect the

battery or any transistorized com-
ponent while the ignition switch is
in the ON position.

. Your vehicle is equipped with an

automatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without warn-
ing, even if the ignition key is in the
OFF position and the engine is not
running. To avoid injury, always
disconnect the negative battery
cable before working near the fan.

This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
gives instructions regarding only those items
which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.

A genuine NISSAN Service Manual is also
available. (See “Owner’s Manual/Service Man-
ual order information” (P.9-28).)

You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and could

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-5

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

8-6

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

affect warranty coverage. If in doubt about
any servicing, we recommend that it be
done by a NISSAN dealer.

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QR25DE ENGINE

Engine oil filler cap

Brake fluid reservoir

Air cleaner

Engine coolant reservoir

Window washer fluid reservoir

Drive belt location

Engine oil dipstick

Radiator filler cap

Battery

10.

Fuse/fusible link holder

ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS

SDI2128

Removing the air duct

Remove the air duct

if necessary.

1. Remove the clips

with a suitable tool.

2. Pull the air duct upward

and then

sideways

Install the air duct securely after any inspection
or maintenance work is performed.

The engine cooling system is filled at the factory
with a pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and
50% water to provide year-round anti-freeze
and coolant protection. The antifreeze solution
contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional
engine cooling system additives are not neces-
sary.

WARNING

. Never remove the radiator or cool-

ant reservoir cap when the engine is
hot. Wait until the engine and
radiator cool down. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure
fluid escaping from the radiator.
See precautions in “If your vehicle
overheats” (P.6-11) of this manual.

. The radiator is equipped with a

pressure type radiator cap. To pre-
vent engine damage, use only a
genuine NISSAN radiator cap.

CAUTION

. Never use any cooling system ad-

ditives such as radiator sealer. Ad-

ditives may clog the cooling system
and cause damage to the engine,
transmission and/or cooling sys-
tem.

. When adding or replacing coolant,

be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) or equivalent. Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) is pre-diluted to provide
antifreeze protection to

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8C). If additional freeze protec-

tion is needed due to weather where
you operate your vehicle, add Gen-
uine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) concentrate follow-
ing the directions on the container.
If an equivalent coolant other than
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-
freeze/Coolant (blue) is used, fol-
low the coolant manufacturer’s
instructions to maintain minimum
antifreeze protection to

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8C). The use of other types of

coolant solutions other than Genu-
ine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) or equivalent may
damage the engine cooling system.

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8-7

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

8-8

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

. The life expectancy of the factory-fill

coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000
km) or 7 years. Mixing any other
type of coolant other than Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) , including Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (green), or the use of non-
distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory-fill cool-
ant. Refer to the NISSAN Service
and Maintenance Guide for more
details.

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CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

Check the coolant level in the reservoir when
the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below
the MIN level

, open the reservoir cap and

add coolant up to the MAX level

. If the

reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the
radiator when the engine is cold. If there is
insufficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator
with coolant up to the filler opening and also add
it to the reservoir up to the MAX level

If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked by a NISSAN
dealer.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

Major cooling system repairs should be per-
formed by a NISSAN dealer. The service
procedures can be found in the appropriate
NISSAN Service Manual.

Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.

WARNING

. To avoid the danger of being

scalded, never change the coolant
when the engine is hot.

. Never remove the radiator cap when

the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure
fluid escaping from the radiator.

. Avoid direct skin contact with used

coolant. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.

. Keep coolant out of reach of chil-

dren and pets.

Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.

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CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply

the parking brake.

2. Run the engine until it reaches operating

temperature.

3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 10

minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.

4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.

Reinsert it all the way.

5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil

level. It should be within the range

. If the

oil level is below

, remove the oil filler cap

and pour recommended oil through the

opening. Do not overfill

6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.

It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the break-
in period, depending on the severity of
operating conditions.

CAUTION

Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the
engine, and such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty.

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER

Change the engine oil and filter according to the
maintenance log shown in the NISSAN Service
and Maintenance Guide.

Vehicle set-up

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply

the parking brake.

2. Start the engine and let it idle until it reaches

operating temperature.

3. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10

minutes.

4. Raise and support the vehicle using a

suitable floor jack and safety jack stands.

Place the safety jack stands under the

vehicle jack-up points.

A suitable adapter should be attached to

the jack stand saddle.

CAUTION

Make sure the correct lifting and sup-
port points are used to avoid vehicle
damage.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-9

ENGINE OIL

8-10

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

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Engine oil and filter

1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug

2. Remove the oil filler cap

3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and

completely drain the oil.

CAUTION

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.

Waste oil must be disposed of

properly.

Check your local regulations.

Perform steps 4 to 9 when the engine oil
filter change is needed.

4. Remove the plastic cover over the oil filter

location by removing the small plastic clips.

5. Loosen the oil filter

with an oil filter

wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.

6. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface

with a clean rag.

CAUTION

Be sure to remove any old gasket
material remaining on the mounting
surface of the engine. Failure to do so
could lead to engine damage.

7. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean

engine oil.

8. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight

resistance is felt, then tighten additionally
more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:

11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)

9. Install the plastic cover.

10. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a

new washer. Securely tighten the drain plug
with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:

22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)

Do not use excessive force.

11. Refill engine with recommended oil through

the oil filler opening, and install the oil filler
cap securely.

See “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.9-2) for drain and refill capa-
city. The drain and refill capacity depends on
the oil temperature and drain time. Use
these specifications for reference only. Al-
ways use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.

12. Start the engine and check for leakage

around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.

13. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10

minutes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.
Add engine oil if necessary.

After the operation

1. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.

2. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.

WARNING

. Prolonged and repeated contact

with used engine oil may cause skin
cancer.

. Try to avoid direct skin contact with

used oil. If skin contact is made,
wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.

. Keep used engine oil out of reach of

children.

CAUTION

. NISSAN recommends using Genu-

ine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 ONLY in
NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other
fluids.

. Do not use Automatic transmission

fluid (ATF) or Manual transmission
fluid in a NISSAN CVT, as it may
damage the CVT. Damage caused by
the use of fluids other than as
recommended is not covered under
NISSAN’s New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.

. Using fluids that are not equivalent

to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
may also damage the CVT. Damage
caused by the use of fluids other
than as recommended is not cov-
ered under NISSAN’s New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.

When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend a NISSAN dealer for servicing.

For additional brake fluid information, see
“Capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants”
(P.9-2) of this manual.

WARNING

. Use only new fluid from a sealed

container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
system. The use of improper fluids
can damage the brake system and
affect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Brake fluid is poisonous and should

be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of the reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on any painted
surfaces. This will damage the paint. If
fluid is spilled, immediately wash the
surface with water.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-11

CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID

BRAKE FLUID

8-12

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

SDI2130

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the fluid is
below the MIN line

or the brake warning

light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
fluid up to the MAX line

. If fluid must be

added frequently, the system should be checked
by a NISSAN dealer.

SDI2132

Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodi-
cally.

To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the
cap and pour the window washer fluid into the
reservoir opening.

Add a washer solvent to the water for better
cleaning. In the winter season, add a windshield
washer antifreeze. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for the mixture ratio.

Refill the reservoir more frequently when driving
conditions require an increased amount of
window washer fluid.

Recommended fluid:

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-

trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

CAUTION

. Do not substitute engine anti-freeze

coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the
paint.

. Do not fill the window washer

reservoir tank with washer fluid
concentrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
window washer reservoir tank.

. Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates

with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the window washer
reservoir tank. Do not use the
window washer reservoir tank to
mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water.

WINDOW WASHER FLUID

. Keep the battery surface clean and dry.

Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.

. Make certain the terminal connections are

clean and securely tightened.

. If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or

longer, disconnect the negative (

í) battery

terminal cable to prevent discharging it.

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 electro-

nic 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.

WARNING

. Do not expose the battery to flames

or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Do not allow battery fluid to

contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. After touching a
battery or battery cap, do not touch
or rub your eyes. Thoroughly wash
your hands. If the acid contacts your
eyes, skin or clothing, immediately
flush with water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical attention.

. Do not operate the vehicle if the

fluid in the battery is low. Low
battery fluid can cause a higher load
on the battery which can generate
heat, reduce battery life, and in
some cases lead to an explosion.

. When working on or near a battery,

always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.

. Battery posts, terminals and related

accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling.

. Keep the battery out of the reach of

children.

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Check the fluid level in each cell. (Remove the
battery cover if it is necessary.) It should be
between the UPPER LEVEL

and LOWER

LEVEL

lines.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled
water to bring the level to the indicator in each
filler opening. Do not overfill.

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8-13

BATTERY

8-14

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

SDI1480C

1. Remove the cell plugs

2. Add distilled water up to the UPPER LEVEL

line.

If the side of the battery is not clear, check
the distilled water level by looking directly
above the cell; the condition

indicates

OK and the conditions

needs more to

be added.

3. Tighten cell plugs

Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.

JUMP STARTING

If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting”
(P.6-9). If the engine does not start by jump
starting, the battery may have to be replaced.
Contact a NISSAN dealer.

SDI2090

Alternator

Water pump

Drive belt auto-tensioner

Crankshaft pulley

Air conditioner compressor

WARNING

Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position before servicing drive
belts. The engine could rotate unex-
pectedly.

1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of

unusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If

DRIVE BELTS

the belt is in poor condition or loose, have it
replaced or adjusted by a NISSAN dealer.

2. Have the belts checked regularly for condi-

tion.

WARNING

Be sure the engine and ignition switch
are off and that the parking brake is
engaged securely.

CAUTION

Be sure to use the correct socket to
remove the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.

SDI2020

REPLACING SPARK PLUGS

If replacement is required, see a NISSAN dealer
for servicing.

Iridium-tipped spark plugs

It is not necessary to replace the iridium-tipped
spark plugs as frequently as the conventional
type spark plugs since they will last much longer.
Follow the maintenance log shown in the
“NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide”. Do
not reuse spark plugs by cleaning or regapping.

Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-15

SPARK PLUGS

8-16

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

SDI2106

Push the tabs

and pull out the filter element

The air cleaner filter should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the maintenance
log shown in the “NISSAN Service and Main-
tenance Guide”. When replacing the filter, wipe
the inside of the air cleaner housing and the
cover with a damp cloth.

WARNING

. Operating the engine with the air

cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops

flame if the engine backfires. If it
isn’t there, and the engine backfires,
you could be burned. Do not drive
with the air cleaner removed, and be
careful when working on the engine
with the air cleaner removed.

. Never pour fuel into the throttle

body or attempt to start the engine
with the air cleaner removed. Doing
so could result in serious injury.

AIR CLEANER

CLEANING

If your windshield is not clear after using the
windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters
when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.

Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form when
rinsing with clear water.

Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild detergent.
Then rinse the blade with clear water. If your
windshield is still not clear after cleaning the
blades and using the wiper, replace the blades.

CAUTION

Worn windshield wiper blades can
damage the windshield and impair
driver vision.

SDI2048

REPLACING

Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.

2. Push and hold the release tab

, and

move the wiper blade down the wiper arm

3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper

arm until a click sounds.

4. Rotate the wiper blade so that the dimple is

in the groove.

CAUTION

. After wiper blade replacement, re-

turn the wiper arm to its original
position; otherwise it may be da-
maged when the hood is opened.

. Make sure the wiper blades contact

the glass; otherwise the arm may be
damaged from wind pressure.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-17

WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

8-18

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

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Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle

This may cause improper windshield washer
operation. If the nozzle is clogged, remove any
objects with a needle or small pin

. Be

careful not to damage the nozzle.

Contact a NISSAN dealer if checking or
replacement is required.

If the brakes do not operate properly, have the
brakes checked by a NISSAN dealer.

SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKES

Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes.

The disc-type brakes self-adjust every time the
brake pedal is applied.

WARNING

See a NISSAN dealer for a brake
system check if the brake pedal height
does not return to normal.

BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATORS

The disc brake pads have audible wear warn-
ings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it
will make a high pitched scraping sound when
the vehicle is in motion. This scraping sound will
first occur only when the brake pedal is
depressed. After more wear of the brake pad,
the sound will always be heard even if the brake
pedal is not depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the wear warning
sound is heard.

Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other noise
may be heard. Occasional brake noise during

REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADE

BRAKES

light to moderate stops is normal and does not
affect the function or performance of the brake
system.

Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed. For additional information, see the
maintenance log section of your “NISSAN
Service and Maintenance Guide”.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight

switch are turned off.

2. Open the engine hood.

3. Remove the air cleaner duct. (See “Engine

compartment check locations” (P.8-6).)

4. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover

using a suitable tool

and pushing the tab

5. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller located

in the passenger compartment fuse box.

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

8-19

FUSES

8-20

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

SDI1753

6. If the fuse is open

, replace it with a new

fuse

7. If a new fuse also opens, have the electrical

system checked and repaired by a NISSAN
dealer.

Fusible links

If any electrical equipment does not operate and
fuses are in good condition, check the fusible
links. If any of these fusible links are melted,
replace only with genuine NISSAN parts.

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

CAUTION

Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on
the fuse box cover. This could damage
the electrical system or cause a fire.

If any electrical equipment does not operate,
check for an open fuse.

1. Be sure the ignition switch and the headlight

switch are turned off.

2. Pull to remove the fuse box cover

3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller

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