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.
2008 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.77 QTS. | 8.29 L | Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 | Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT Transmission. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 2.5L Eng,Automatic CVT Trans | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | 50/50 mixture of Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant and demineralized or distilled water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.5L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 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 | 2.5L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 4.25 QTS. | 4.02 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 | 14.50 GALS. | 54.88 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.5L Eng | 1.80 QTS. | 1.7 L | Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | 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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