2010 Nissan Rogue Owner's Manual - Page 215

*2: LOCK mode will change to AUTO mode automatically when the vehicle has been driven at a high speed. The AWD LOCK indicator light turns off. *3: LOCK mode will automatically be cancelled when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. . If the AWD LOCK switch is operated while accelerating or decelerating, or if the ignition switch is turned off, you may feel a jolt. This is normal. The oil temperature of power train parts will increase if the vehicle is continuously operated under conditions where the difference in rotation between the front and rear wheels is large (wheel slip), such as when driving the vehicle on rough roads through sand, mud or freeing a stuck vehicle. In these cases, the AWD warning light blinks rapidly and the AWD mode changes to 2WD to protect the powertrain parts. If you stop driving with the engine idling and wait until the warning light stops blinking, the AWD returns to the AUTO mode. WARNING . When driving straight, shift the AWD LOCK switch to AUTO. Do not operate the AWD LOCK switch when making a turn or backing up. Do not operate the AWD LOCK switch with the front wheel spinning. Engine idling speed is high while warming up the engine. Be especially careful when starting or driving on slippery surfaces. When turning the vehicle in LOCK mode on paved roads, you may feel a braking effect. This is a normal condition of the AWD model. . . . . SSD0336B AWD WARNING LIGHT The AWD warning light is located in the meter. The AWD warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It turns off soon after the engine is started. Starting and driving 5-23