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2003 Nissan-Datsun Altima SL, 2.5 A, Standard

Service Intervals & Specifications

2003 Nissan-Datsun Altima SL, 2.5 A, StandardSECTION Service Intervals & Specifications
REPLACEMENT INTERVALS (1)

Component Interval (Miles)
Accessory Drive Belt (2)
Air Filter 30,000
Coolant (3) 60,000
Fuel Filter As Needed
Oil & Filter (4)(5) 7500
Spark Plugs (6) 105,000
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Filter 30,000
Timing Belt (V6) 105,000
Limited Slip Differential Oil
4WD Only 30,000
Valve Adjustment (7)
(1) Information for Sentra Clean Air (CA) not available from manufacturer.
(2) Inspect drive belt every 12,000 miles. Replace if cracked, damaged or automatic tensioner reaches maximum limit.
(3) Change engine coolant at 60,000 miles or 48 months, then every 30,000 miles or 24 months.
(4) Every 3000 miles for severe service.
(5) Every 3750 miles for Pathfinder.
(6) Vehicles are equipped with platinum double tipped spark plugs.
(7) If valve noise increases, adjust valves.
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