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Maintenance Information: Specifications Nissan Sentra B14

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialConditionSpecification
Engine Oil (1)Ambient Temperature Less Than -20°F (-29°C) To More Than 105°F (40°C)SAE 5W-30: API SH or SG
Engine Oil (1)Ambient Temperature Above 0°F (-18°C) To Over 105°F (40°C)SAE 10W-30: API SH or SG
Brake FluidAllDOT 3
Power Steering FluidAllDexron II ATF
Engine CoolantAllEthylene-Glycol Based Antifreeze
Automatic TransmissionAllNissan Matic "D" or Dexron III/Mercon ATF
Manual Transmission (2)Ambient Temperature Less Than -20°F (-29°C) Up To 104°F (40°C)SAE 75W-90, 80W-90: API GL-4
Manual Transmission (2)Ambient Temperature Above 32°F (0°C) To Over 104°F (40°C)SAE 140: API GL-4
FuelAllUnleaded: 87 Octane Minimum
(1) SAE 5W-30 is preferred for all ambient temperatures. (2) SAE 80W-90 is preferred if the ambient temperatures is below 104°F (40°C).
(1)SAE 5W-30 is preferred for all ambient temperatures.
(2)SAE 80W-90 is preferred if the ambient temperatures is below 104°F (40°C).

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

FLUID CAPACITIES

ItemConditionSpecification (1)
Engine OilDrained, With New Filter3.4 Qts. (3.2L)
Engine CoolantA/T: System & Reserve Drained6 Qts. (5.7L)
Engine CoolantM/T: System & Reserve Drained5.5 Qts. (5.2L)
Automatic TransmissionTotal (Overhaul) Capacity7.4 Qts. (7.0L)
Manual TransmissionDrained3.0-3.4 Qts. (2.9-3.2L)
Fuel TankFull Capacity13.25 Gal. (50L)
(1) Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use dipstick (if available) to measure level.
(1)Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use dipstick (if available) to measure level.

FLUID CAPACITIES

WHEEL TORQUE

ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
All Models72-87 (98-118)

WHEEL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTIONWhen battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.

If battery is replaced, it should be of the same group number as shown on the original battery's label.