Changing Engine Oil

WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.

Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for oil leakage from engine components. Refer to ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE .
Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
Loosen oil filler cap, and then remove drain plug.

Fig 1: Locating Oil Filler Cap, Drain Plug & Oil Filter
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Drain engine oil.
Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to FX45 OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .
CAUTION: Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
1. Oil pan drain plug
2. Torque: 34.3 N.m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:

Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .

Engine oil capacity (Approximate):

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Oil Capacity (Approximate)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
CAUTION:
- The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifications for reference only.
- Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
Check the engine oil level. Refer to ENGINE OIL LEVEL .