2017 NISSAN SENTRA oil viscosity

●Keep your engine tuned up.
● Follow the recommended scheduled main-
tenance.
● Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-
sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
● Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Im-
proper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
● Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
For additional information, refer to “Engine
oil and oil filter recommendations” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
WARNING
● Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry grass,
waste paper or rags. They may ignite
and cause a fire. ●
Safe parking procedures require that
both the parking brake be set and the
transmission placed in P (Park) for CVT
models or in an appropriate gear for
manual transmission models. Failure to
do so could cause the vehicle to move
unexpectedly or roll away and result in
an accident. Make sure the shift lever
has been pushed as far forward as it can
go and cannot be moved without de-
pressing the foot brake pedal.
● Never leave the engine running while
the vehicle is unattended.
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INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY PARKING/PARKING ON HILLS
5-70Starting and driving

Engine oil and oil filter:Replace engine oil
and oil filter at the specified intervals. For recom-
mended oil grade and viscosity refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual.
Engine valve clearance*: Inspect only if valve
noise increases. Adjust valve clearance if neces-
sary.
Evaporative emissions control vapor lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness. Tighten
connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel filter: Periodic maintenance is not re-
quired. (in-tank type filter)
Fuel lines*: Check the fuel hoses, piping and
connections for leaks, looseness, or deteriora-
tion. Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Spark plugs: Replace at specified intervals. In-
stall new plugs of the type as originally equipped.CHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCE:
Brake lines and cables: Visually inspect for
proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks,
deterioration, and signs of leaking. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts immediately.
Brake pads, rotors, drums and linings:
Check for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts im-
mediately.
Exhaust system: Visually inspect the exhaust
pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks, de-
terioration, and damage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
In-cabin microfilter: Replace at specified in-
tervals. When driving for prolonged periods in
dusty conditions, replace the filter more fre-
quently.
Steering gear and linkage, axle and sus-
pension parts, drive shaft boots: Check for
damage, looseness, and leakage of oil or grease.
Under severe driving conditions, inspect more
frequently. Tire rotation:
Tires should be rotated every
5,000 miles (8,000 km) according to the instruc-
tions under “General maintenance” in this sec-
tion. When rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transmission fluid/oil: Visually inspect for
signs of leakage at specified intervals. If using a
car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy
roads:
● Replace the manual transaxle gear oil every
20,000 miles or 24 months.
● Replace the CVT fluid every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or request the dealer to inspect
the fluid deterioration data using a CON-
SULT. If the deterioration data is more than
210000, replace the CVT fluid.
9-6Maintenance and schedules

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
10-2Technical and consumer information

ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Recommended fluids/lubricants
and capacities” in this section. NISSAN recom-
mends the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and ApprovalCommittee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion mark on the front of the container. Oils which
do not have the specified quality label should not
be used as they could cause engine damage.Oil additives
NISSAN does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not neces-
sary when the proper oil type is used and main-
tenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has been
previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new NISSAN vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals.”
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the NISSAN New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
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Technical and consumer information10-7

EngineBefore starting the engine ..........5-14
Block heater .................5-77
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-6
Changing engine oil ..............8-8
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........8-6
Checking engine oil level ...........8-7
Engine compartment check locations ....8-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-7
Engine cooling system ............8-5
Engine oil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-7
Engine oil pressure warning light ......2-17
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-7
Engine serial number ............10-12
Engine specifications ............10-9
Starting the engine ..........5-14,5-15
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-7
Enterbutton....................4-4
Event Data recorders .............10-21
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .........5-2
Explanation of maintenance items ........9-2
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . .9-5
Extendedstorageswitch ............8-24
Eyeglass case ..................2-53
F
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . .6-2
Flat tire ....................6-3,6-3
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5 Fluid
Brake fluid ..................8-11
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Clutch fluid ..................8-12
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid......................8-11
Engine coolant .................8-5
Engine oil ...................8-7
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........10-12
Foglightswitch .................2-45
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) .......2-17
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) ......1-48
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-4
Frontseats.....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Fuel economy ................5-70
Fuel-filler cap .................3-26
Fuel-filler door lock opener lever ......3-26
Fuel-filler lid .................3-26
Fuel gauge ...................2-8
Fuel octane rating ..............10-6
Fuel recommendation ............10-4
Loose fuel cap warning ........2-6,2-34
Fuel efficient driving tips .............5-68
Fuel-filler door ..................3-26
Fuelgauge.....................2-8
Fuses.......................8-20
Fusiblelinks ...................8-22 G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver .........2-62,2-64,2-64,2-65
Gascap .....................3-26
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-7
Fuelgauge...................2-8
Odometer ...................
2-5
Speedometer ...............2-4,2-5
Tachometer ..................2-7
Trip computer .................2-9
Trip odometer ..............2-4,2-5
General maintenance ...............9-2
Glovebox.....................2-52
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth® ....4-94
Hazard warning flasher switch ..........6-2
Headlightandturnsignalswitch........2-41
Headlightcontrolswitch ............2-41
Headlights....................8-28
Head restraints ..................1-7
Heated seats ...................2-46
Heated seat switches ..........2-46,4-75
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-31
Heater and air conditioner
controls ................4-24,4-32
Heater and air conditioner (manual) ....4-23
Heater operation ....4-17,4-19,4-25,4-33
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) .....4-31
11-3

Trunk lid lock opener lever..........3-25
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-6,2-34
Lowfuelwarninglight.......2-17,2-19,2-34
Low tire pressure warning light .........2-18
Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light ....................2-19,2-34
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .10-14
M
Maintenance General maintenance .............9-2
Insidethevehicle...............9-3
Maintenance precautions ...........8-2
Outside the vehicle ..............9-2
Seat belt maintenance ............1-18
Under the hood and vehicle .........9-4
Maintenance log .................9-14
Maintenance requirements ............9-2
Maintenance schedules ..............9-7
Maintenance under severe operation
conditions ....................9-13
Malfunction indicator light ............2-22
Manual front seat adjustment ...........1-3
Maplights ....................2-60
Map pocket ................2-49,2-49
Meters and gauges ................2-3
Instrument brightness control ........2-44
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ......3-30
Outside mirror control ............3-32
Outside mirrors ...............3-32
Rearview ...................3-30
Vanity mirror .................3-29
Mirrors ......................3-30 Mobileapps ...................4-74
Moonroof
.................2-57,2-57
N
NissanConnect
SM................4-74
NissanConnectSMServices...........4-74
NISSAN Intelligent Key® .........3-2,3-10
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
indicator .....................5-13
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer
System ...............2-38,5-10,5-13
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) .....10-6
Odometer .....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................10-2
Changingengineoil..............8-8
Changing engine oil filter ...........8-9
Checking engine oil level ...........8-7
Engine oil ...................8-7
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .10-7
Engine oil viscosity ..............10-7
Oneshotcall...........4-82,4-97,4-109
Outside mirror control ..............3-32
Outside mirrors .................3-32
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ...........6-10
Owner’s manual order form ..........10-22
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ...................10-22 P
Parking Parking brake operation ...........5-23
Parking/parking on hills ...........5-70
Phone, Bluetooth® hands-free system .....4-94
Power Powerdoorlocks ............3-5,3-6
Power outlet .................2-48
Power rear windows .............2-56
Power steering system ...........5-71
Power windows ...............2-55
Rear power windows ............2-56
Power outlet ...................2-48
Power steering ..................5-71
Precautions Maintenance precautions ...........8-2
Precautions on booster
seats ...........1-21,1-28,1-33,1-38
Precautions on child
restraints .........1-21,1-28,1-33,1-38
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-41
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-2
Programmable features ..........4-7,4-44
Push starting ...................6-10
R
Radio CarphoneorCBradio ...........4-78
FM/AM radio with compact disc (CD)
player .....................4-43
11-5