Nissan Rogue Hybrid dashboard symbols and warning lights
Every light in the Nissan Rogue Hybrid owner's manual, 2017 to 2019. Tap a light to see what it means and what to do. Red means stop safely, amber means get it checked soon.
2017 to 2019 Rogue Hybrid warning lights
12–volt battery charge warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: If this light comes on when the READY to drive indicator light comes on, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. CAUTION The charging system may not be functioning properly if the 12–volt battery charge warning light comes on while the hybrid system is running. The hybrid system will stop operating when the 12–volt battery becomes discharged.
What to do: Have your vehicle serviced immediately. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the hybrid system is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off.
What to do: Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Brake warning light (red)
Stop safely
The manual says: This light functions for the foot brake system.
What to do: Check the parking brake is fully released. If the light stays on, the brakes may not work properly: stop and get help rather than driving on.
Low brake fluid warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the hybrid system is running, with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Doit-yourself” section of this manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked.
What to do: Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Electronically controlled brake warning light (yellow)
Check soon
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light stays on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the regenerative brake and/or the electronically controlled brake systems are not functioning properly. 2-12 Instruments and controls.
What to do: Have the system checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Master warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display. ∙All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Tire Size Incorrect See Owner’s Manual ∙All-Wheel Drive (AWD) High Temp. For additional information, refer to “All-Wheel Drive (AWD)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
What to do: Stop vehicle ∙All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Error See Owner’s Manual ∙No key warning ∙Low fuel warning ∙Low windshield-washer fluid warning ∙Parking brake release warning ∙Door/liftgate open warning ∙Loose fuel cap warning If the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system malfunctions, or the diameter of the front and the rear wheels are different, the master warning light will illuminate.
PURE DRIVE® Hybrid System warning light
Stop safely · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the hybrid system warning light illuminates. After starting the hybrid system, the hybrid system warning light turns off. If the hybrid system warning light illuminates while driving, it may indicate that there is a malfunction in the electric motor and/or other hybrid system components.
What to do: Stop in a safe place and restart. If the light stays on, call the dealer and avoid driving far.
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the hybrid system is started. This light illuminates when the RAB system is turned off in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates when the RAB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
Supplemental air bag warning light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing: ∙The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light illuminates and then turns off. When selecting AWD LOCK mode while the hybrid system is running, the AWD LOCK indicator light illuminates. CAUTION Do not drive on dry hard surface roads.
What to do: If amber or flashing, the system has a fault or is overheating: drive gently and have it checked.
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pe.
EV indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light illuminates when the engine.
Front fog light indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are on. For additional information, refer to “Fog light.
What to do: Turn them off when visibility is good, as they can dazzle other drivers.
Front passenger air bag status light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be off depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.
What to do: The car drives normally, but get it checked soon. Do not try to repair airbag parts yourself.
High beam assist indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: This indicator light illuminates when the headlights come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position with the high beams selected. This indicates that the high beam assist is operational. For additional information, refer to “Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
High beam indicator light (blue)
Information
The manual says: This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated.
What to do: Dip them for oncoming traffic and when following another car.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the hybrid system is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.
What to do: Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons (11. Check the fuel-filler cap if the Loose Fuel Cap warning appears in the vehicle information display. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
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READY to drive indicator light
Information · usual colour
The manual says: The READY to drive indicator light illuminates when the hybrid system is powered.
What to do: Nothing to do. Switch off fully before leaving the car.
Security indicator light
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF or LOCK position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information,refer to “Security.
What to do: Hold the key fob against the start button and start again. If it keeps happening, replace the key fob battery.
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Side light and headlight indicator light (green)
Information
The manual says: The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, refer to “Headlight and turn signal.
What to do: Nothing to do.
Slip indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator will blink when the VDC system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position.
What to do: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The appropriate light flashes when the turn signal switch is activated.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light
Information
The manual says: This indicator light comes on when the VDC OFF switch is pushed to off. This indicates the VDC system has been turned off. Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the hybrid system and the system will operate normally. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
What to do: It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
Warning indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator illuminates to indicate the status of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system. For additional information, refer to “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator (if so equipped) This indicator shows when the BSWsystem is engaged.
Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) emergency warning indicator
Check soon · usual colour
The manual says: This indicator illuminates along, with an audible warning, when the system detects the possibility of a forward collision. For additional information, refer to “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. System Fault (if so equipped) This warning appears if there is a malfunction in the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system.
What to do: Clean the windshield and front grille sensor. If it stays on in clear weather, have it checked.
| Light | Colour | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12–volt battery charge warning light | Red* | If this light comes on when the READY to drive indicator light comes on, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. CAUTION The charging system may not be functioning properly if the 12–volt battery charge warning light comes on while the hybrid system is running. The hybrid system will stop operating when the 12–volt battery becomes discharged. | |
| Brake warning light (red) | Red | This light functions for the foot brake system. | |
| Low brake fluid warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the hybrid system is running, with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: 1. For additional information, refer to “Brake fluid” in the “Doit-yourself” section of this manual. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. | |
| PURE DRIVE® Hybrid System warning light | Red* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the hybrid system warning light illuminates. After starting the hybrid system, the hybrid system warning light turns off. If the hybrid system warning light illuminates while driving, it may indicate that there is a malfunction in the electric motor and/or other hybrid system components. | |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position, the ABS warning light illuminates and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is operational. If the ABS warning light illuminates while the hybrid system is running, or while driving, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning properly. If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock function is turned off. | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the engine is started. This light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is set to OFF in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates when the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. | |
| Electronically controlled brake warning light (yellow) | Amber | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position and the hybrid system is in the READY mode, the light stays on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the regenerative brake and/or the electronically controlled brake systems are not functioning properly. 2-12 Instruments and controls. | |
| Master warning light | Amber* | When the ignition is in the ON position, the master warning light illuminates if any of the following are displayed on the vehicle information display. ∙All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Tire Size Incorrect See Owner’s Manual ∙All-Wheel Drive (AWD) High Temp. For additional information, refer to “All-Wheel Drive (AWD)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. | |
| Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system warning light | Amber* | This light comes on when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. It turns off after the hybrid system is started. This light illuminates when the RAB system is turned off in the vehicle information display. If the light illuminates when the RAB system is on, it may indicate that the system is unavailable. | |
| Supplemental air bag warning light | Amber* | When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then turns off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag, and pretensioner seat belt systems need servicing: ∙The supplemental air bag warning light remains on after approximately 7 seconds. | |
| Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator light | Amber* | This light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pe. | |
| EV indicator light | Amber* | This light illuminates when the engine. | |
| Front passenger air bag status light | Amber* | The front passenger air bag status light will be lit and the passenger front air bag will be off depending on how the front passenger seat is being used. For additional information, refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual. | |
| Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) | Amber* | If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks while the hybrid system is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction. The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. 4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank. After a few driving trips, the light should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists. | |
| Security indicator light | Amber* | This light blinks when the ignition switch is placed in the OFF or LOCK position. The blinking security indicator light indicates that the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational. For additional information,refer to “Security. | |
| Warning indicator | Amber* | This indicator illuminates to indicate the status of the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system. For additional information, refer to “Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator (if so equipped) This indicator shows when the BSWsystem is engaged. | |
| Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) emergency warning indicator | Amber* | This indicator illuminates along, with an audible warning, when the system detects the possibility of a forward collision. For additional information, refer to “Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. System Fault (if so equipped) This warning appears if there is a malfunction in the Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) system. | |
| All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light | Green* | When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) LOCK indicator light illuminates and then turns off. When selecting AWD LOCK mode while the hybrid system is running, the AWD LOCK indicator light illuminates. CAUTION Do not drive on dry hard surface roads. | |
| Front fog light indicator light | Green* | The front fog light indicator light illuminates when the front fog lights are on. For additional information, refer to “Fog light. | |
| High beam assist indicator light (green) | Green | This indicator light illuminates when the headlights come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position with the high beams selected. This indicates that the high beam assist is operational. For additional information, refer to “Headlight and turn signal switch” in this section. | |
| READY to drive indicator light | Green* | The READY to drive indicator light illuminates when the hybrid system is powered. | |
| Side light and headlight indicator light (green) | Green | The side light and headlight indicator light illuminates when the side light or headlight position is selected. For additional information, refer to “Headlight and turn signal. | |
| Slip indicator light | Green | This indicator will blink when the VDC system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits. You may feel or hear the system working; this is normal. The light will blink for a few seconds after the VDC system stops limiting wheel spin. The indicator light also comes on when you place the ignition switch in the ON position. | |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light | Green | This indicator light comes on when the VDC OFF switch is pushed to off. This indicates the VDC system has been turned off. Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the hybrid system and the system will operate normally. For additional information, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system” in the “Starting and driving” section of this manual. | |
| High beam indicator light (blue) | Blue | This blue light comes on when the headlight high beams are on and goes out when the low beams are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on when the passing signal is activated. |
Source: 2017 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Owner's Manual; 2018 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Owner's Manual; 2019 Nissan Rogue Hybrid Owner's Manual. * Usual colour; the manual text doesn't state it.
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