2018 NISSAN VERSA oil capacity

CHANGING ENGINE OIL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.2. Start the engine and let it idle until it
reaches operating temperature, then
turn it off.
3. Remove the oil filler cap
Aby turning it
counterclockwise.
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 addi-
tional information, 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
engine oil may be hot.
∙ Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
∙ Check your local regulations.
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug
B
and a new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug
Bwith a wrench. Do not use
excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque:
25 f t-lb (34 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil
through the oil filler opening, then install
the oil filler cap
Asecurely.
For additional information on drain
and refill capacity, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capaci-
ties” in the “Technical and consumer
information” section 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 deter-
mine when the proper amount of oil is
in the engine.
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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..........................10-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations.......................10-7
Specifications..................................10-8
Engine......................................10-8
Wheels and tires.............................10-9
Dimensions and weights....................10-9
When traveling or registering in another
country........................................10-10
Vehicle identification..........................10-10
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
plate.......................................10-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number)...........................10-10
Engine serial number........................10-11
F.M.V.S.S. certification label...................10-11Emission control information label..........10-11
Tire and Loading Information label.........10-12
Air conditioner specification label...........10-12
Installing front license plate....................10-12
Vehicle loading information...................10-13
Terms......................................10-13
Vehicle load capacity.......................10-14
Loading tips................................10-16
Measurement of weights...................10-17
Towing a trailer................................10-17
Flat towing.................................10-17
Uniform tire quality grading....................10-18
Emission control system warranty.............10-19
Reporting safety defects......................10-19
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test............................................10-20
Event Data Recorders (EDR)....................10-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information...................................10-21

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Do-it-yourself ” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid type Capacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
MeasureUS
MeasureImperial
Measure
Fuel 41 L 10-7/8 gal 9 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.With oil filter
change3.5 L 3-3/4 qt 3-1/8 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.
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE 10W-30 conven-
tional petroleum based oil may be used and meet all specifica-
tions and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty Without oil filter
change3.2 L 3-3/8 qt 2-7/8 qt
Engine coolant
with reservoirWith manual trans-
mission6.7 L 1-3/4 gal 1-1/2 gal
• Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent With continuously
variable transmis-
sion7.2 L 1-7/8 gal 1-5/8 gal
Manual transmission gear oil (if so equipped) — — —• Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi
75W-85, or equivalent.
• If Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid HQ-Multi is not
available, API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 may be used as a tem-
porary replacement. However, use Genuine NISSAN Manual
Transmission Fluid HQ-Multi as soon as it is available.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
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Fluid type Capacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
MeasureUS
MeasureImperial
Measure
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid (if
so equipped)For additional information, refer to the
“Do-it-yourself ” section of this manual.• Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• NISSAN recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 (or
equivalent) ONLY in NISSAN CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the use of fluids
other than as recommended is not covered under NISSAN’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluidRefill to the proper level according to the
instructions in the “Do-it-yourself ” section
of this manual.• Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid, available in
mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer, or equivalent DOT 3.
Multi-purpose grease — — — • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — —• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system re-
frigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Air conditioning system oil — — —• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R (KLHOO-PAGRO) or
equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system re-
frigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Windshield-washer fluid 3.5 L 7/8 gal 3/4 gal• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & An-
tifreeze or equivalent
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