Changing Engine Oil

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for oil leakage from engine components. Refer to "ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE "
Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
Loosen oil filler cap and then remove drain plug.
Drain engine oil.
Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to "OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER ".
CAUTION: Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
- Oil pan drain plug:
  - 29.4 - 39.2 N.m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 28 ft-lb)
Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:

refer to "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS "

Engine oil capacity (Approximate):

Fig 1: Engine Oil Capacity Chart (Approximate)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
CAUTION:
- When filling engine oil, do not pull out oil level gauge.
- 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 10 minutes.
Check the engine oil level.

Fig 2: Checking Engine Oil Level On Dipstick
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.