2008 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual

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2008 Nissan Rogue Owner’s Manual — Questions and Answers

Which voltage rating must a booster battery have to jump-start a 2008 Nissan Rogue?

For a 2008 Nissan Rogue, the booster battery must be rated at 12 volts. Using a battery with the wrong rating can damage the vehicle, so always confirm the voltage matches before connecting jumper cables. Owner’s Manual, p. 220

How do I use the paddle shifters to change ranges in manual shift mode on a 2008 Nissan Rogue?

On a 2008 Nissan Rogue, entering manual shift mode lets you pick gears from M1 up to M6 with either the selector lever or the steering-wheel paddles.

1. Move the selector lever from D into the manual shift gate to activate manual shift mode
2. To shift up, push the lever to the + side or pull the right-side paddle shifter
3. To shift down, push the lever to the – side or pull the left-side paddle shifter
4. Moving the same side twice shifts ranges in succession, but doing it too fast may skip the second shift
5. While in D, pulling a paddle shifts temporarily and returns to D automatically, or hold the paddle about 1.5 seconds to return manually
6. Return the lever to D to cancel manual shift mode entirely

Owner’s Manual, p. 194

Why won’t my Rogue’s doors lock when I press the door handle switch?

If the outside buzzer beeps for about 2 seconds and the doors stay unlocked in your Rogue, try these fixes:

• Take the Intelligent Key out of the vehicle and push the request switch again.
• Turn the ignition switch to LOCK and push the switch while carrying the key with you.
• Close every door securely, then push the switch again while carrying the key.

Owner’s Manual, p. 130

Why does the low tire pressure light on my Rogue stay on or not come on?

If the low tire pressure light stays on or never comes on, it’s likely due to how TPMS works on the Rogue rather than a system failure.

• TPMS only monitors the four road tires, not the spare
• It won’t activate until vehicle speed exceeds 16 MPH (25 km/h)
• It may miss a sudden pressure loss, like a tire going flat while driving

Owner’s Manual, p. 261

Can I use cruise control at very low speeds in my Rogue?

No. Cruise control on the Rogue only works between 25 to 89 MPH (40 to 144 km/h). Below that range you can’t set it, and if your speed drops more than 8 MPH (12 km/h) under the set speed, the system automatically cancels itself. Owner’s Manual, p. 199

What is the difference between xenon and halogen headlight bulbs in a 2008 Nissan Rogue?

In the 2008 Nissan Rogue, xenon low beams use a D2R bulb at 35W and must be replaced by a NISSAN dealer due to high voltage risk, while halogen low beams use an H11 bulb at 55W that owners can replace themselves; both share a 60W HB3 high beam.

Xenon	Halogen
Xenon low beam	Halogen low beam
D2R bulb, 35W	H11 bulb, 55W
Dealer replacement only	Owner replaceable

Owner’s Manual, p. 256

How long should the booster vehicle’s engine run before starting a 2008 Nissan Rogue?

When jump-starting a 2008 Nissan Rogue, let the booster vehicle’s engine run for a few minutes first, then hold its speed at about 2,000 rpm while you start the Rogue’s engine. Owner’s Manual, p. 220

What do I need to check before moving the shifter out of Park in a 2008 Nissan Rogue?

Before shifting out of Park in a 2008 Nissan Rogue, fully depress the foot brake pedal, since the CVT won’t let the lever move otherwise while the ignition is ON.

1. Confirm the ignition switch is in the ON position, not LOCK, OFF or ACC, and the key is inserted
2. Depress the foot brake pedal fully before moving the selector lever
3. Be cautious shifting into forward or reverse while the engine is still cold since idle speed runs high

Owner’s Manual, p. 192

Where is the Intelligent Key system warning light located on a 2008 Nissan Rogue?

The Intelligent Key system warning light sits in the instrument panel of your 2008 Nissan Rogue, alongside the P position selecting warning light, and blinks red or green to signal key or battery issues. Owner’s Manual, p. 130

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