Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2000 Nissan-Datsun Sentra CAFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 100 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.21 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 6.60 QTS. | 6.24 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.8L Eng,Automatic Trans | 7.00 QTS. | 6.62 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 1.8L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 2.88 QTS. | 2.72 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). | S |
| Engine Oil | 1.8L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 2.63 QTS. | 2.48 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). | S |
| Fuel Tank | 13.25 GALS. | 50.15 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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