Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.

*1: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in

*1: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in this section.

*2: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

*3: If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN gear oil as soon as it is available.

*4: Available in mainland USA through a NISSAN dealer.

*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.

*6: For further details, see “Engine oil” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.

*7: See a NISSAN dealer for service.

*8: If Genuine NISSAN gear oil (ETL 8997B) is not available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a temporary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN gear oil (ETL 8997B) as soon as it is available.

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