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2021 Nissan Datsun Frontier Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2020-2021 (2020-2021).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
5.30 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG (DH-PR) or equivalent
Automatic Transmission Fluid
8.50 QTS. (8.04 L) — Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic P
Brake Fluid
— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil
1.75 QTS. (1.65 L) — Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil synthetic 75W-140 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, SAE 75W-140
Engine Coolant
12.68 QTS. (11.99 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent Note: Approximate capacity.
Engine Oil
6.50 QTS. (6.15 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
Power Steering Fluid
1.75 QTS. (1.65 L) — Genuine NISSAN PSF II or equivalent
Transfer Case Fluid
1.60 QTS. (1.51 L) — Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid D3M
Notes
- →Approximate capacity.
- →If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
This vehicle's factory manual
2021 Nissan Datsun Frontier: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2021 Nissan Datsun Frontier?
- The 2021 Nissan Datsun Frontier fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 5.30 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG (DH-PR) or equivalent, Automatic Transmission Fluid: 8.50 QTS. (8.04 L) — Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic P, Brake Fluid: — Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3, Differential Gear Oil: 1.75 QTS. (1.65 L) — Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil synthetic 75W-140 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, SAE 75W-140, Engine Coolant: 12.68 QTS. (11.99 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent Note: Approximate capacity., Engine Oil: 6.50 QTS. (6.15 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used., Power Steering Fluid: 1.75 QTS. (1.65 L) — Genuine NISSAN PSF II or equivalent, Transfer Case Fluid: 1.60 QTS. (1.51 L) — Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid D3M.
- How much engine oil does a 2021 Nissan Datsun Frontier take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.