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2001 Nissan-Datsun Pathfinder SE, RWD, Standard
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2001 Nissan-Datsun Pathfinder SE, RWD, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.80 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.46 LBS. | 0.66 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | RWD | 8.80 QTS. | 8.32 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 2.95 QTS. | 2.79 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Limited-Slip Differential | SAE 90 is acceptable in ambient temperatures above 0Deg. F (-18Deg. C). | S | |
| Engine Coolant | w/Heater & Reservoir Tank | 9.75 QTS. | 9.22 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.25 QTS. | 4.96 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 | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 5.13 QTS. | 4.85 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 | 20.85 GALS. | 78.92 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | RWD | 3.00 QTS. | 2.83 L | Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi, SAE 75W-85 or API - GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Power Steering Fluid II or equivalent | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.40 QTS. | 2.27 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.