2017 NISSAN SENTRA engine oil capacity

4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
B.
5. Remove the drain plug
Bwith a wrench by
turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Changing engine oil filter” in
this section.
WARNING
● Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
● Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
● Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.
CAUTION
● Be careful not to burn yourself. The en-
gine oil may be hot.
● Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
● Check your local regulations. 6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 34 N·m (25 ft-lb)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
For additional information on the drain and
refill capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
For additional information on the location of the
engine oil filler cap, refer to “Engine compartment
check locations” in this section.CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
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10 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities......10-2
Fuel recommendation .......................... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations .........10-7
Air conditioner system (if so equipped)
refrigerant and oil recommendations .............10-8
Specifications .................................... 10-9
Engine ....................................... 10-9
Wheels and tires ............................. 10-10
Dimensions and weights ......................10-10
When traveling or registering in another country .....10-11
Vehicle identification ............................. 10-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ........10-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ............................. 10-11
Engine serial number .......................... 10-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-12
Emission control information label ..............10-12 Tire and loading information label
...............10-13
Air conditioner specification label
(if so equipped) .............................. 10-13
Installing front license plate .......................10-13
Vehicle loading information .......................10-14
Terms ....................................... 10-14
Vehicle load capacity ......................... 10-15
Loading tips ................................. 10-17
Measurement of weights ......................10-17
Towing a trailer .................................. 10-18
Flat towing ................................... 10-18
Uniform tire quality grading .......................10-18
Emission control system warranty .................10-19
Reporting safety defects ......................... 10-20
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ....10-21
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ......................10-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . .10-22

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 50 L 13-1/4 gal 11 gal• For additional information, refer to “Fuel Recommendation” in this
section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
*1 For additional
information, refer to
“Engine oil” in the “Do-
it-yourself” section of
this manual. MRA8DE
With oil filter
change 4.0 L 4-1/4 qt 3-1/2 qt
• Genuine “Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
• If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that
matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional information, refer
to “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations” in this section.
Without oil
filter change 3.8L 4qt 3-3/8qt
MR16DDT With oil filter
change 4.5 L 4-3/4 qt 4 qt
Without oil
filter change 4.3 L 4-1/2 qt 3-3/4 qt
Cooling system with
reservoir MRA8DE
6.6 L 1-3/4 gal 1-1/2 gal
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent.
MR16DDT With manual
transmission 8.5 L 2-1/4 gal 1-7/8 gal
With continu- ously variable transmission 8.7 L 2-1/4 gal 1-7/8 gal
Manual transmission fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type
75W-80, or equivalent.
• If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type is not
available, API GL-4+, Viscosity SAE 75W-80 may be used as a tempo-
rary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF) TL/JR Type as soon as it is available.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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