Here is a list of engine oil types and capacities for a Nissan Altima. Reference the model year in the table to see what lug nut torque and size is applicable for your car.
| Nissan Altima | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Engine | Engine Oil Type | Engine Oil Capacity |
| 1998 - 2001 | 2.4 L KA24DE | SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity oil may be | 3-5/8 qt (3.4L) (with oil filter change), 3-3/8 qt (3.2L) (without oil filter change) |
| 2002 - 2004 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 5W-30 oil is preferred . SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 oils may be used, ILSAC grade GF-III | 4-1/2 qt (4.2L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/4 qt (4.0L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred . SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used, ILSAC g | 4-1/4 qt (4.0L) (with oil filter change) 3-7/8 qt (3.7L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2005 - 2006 | 2.5 L QR25DE | 4-1/2 qt (4.2L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/4 qt (4.0L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 oil is preferred . SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 oils may be used, ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II, | 4-1/2 qt (4.2L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/4 qt (4.0L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2007 - 2009 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2010 - 2012 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2013 - 2014 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 0W-20 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2015 - 2016 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 0W-20 or alternatively 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 0W-20 or alternatively 5W-30 | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2017 - 2018 | 2.5 L QR25DE | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2019 - 2021 | 2.5L PR25DD | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN (or equivalent) is recommended or else a synthetic 0W-20 GF-5 SN m | 5-3/8 qt (5.1L) (with oil filter change) 5-1/8 qt (4.8L)(without oil filter change) |
| 2.0L KR20DDET | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SN is recommended or else a synthetic SAE 5W-30 GF-5 SN motor | 5 qt (4.7L) (with oil filter change) 4-7/8 qt (4.6L)(without oil filter change) | |