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2012 Nissan-Datsun Xterra S, 4WD, Automatic Trans
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2012 Nissan-Datsun Xterra S, 4WD, Automatic TransSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.54 LBS. | 0.69 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.88 QTS. | 10.29 L | Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic S | If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using ATF other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in drive ability and Automatic Transmission durability, and may damage the Automatic Transmission. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Automatic Trans,5 Spd Trans | Rear | 1.69 QTS. | 1.59 L | Genuine NISSAN differential oil synthetic 75W-90 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil SAE 75W-90 | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.75 PTS. | 0.82 L | Differential Oil Hypoid Super API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 or API GL-5 SAE 80W-90 | For hot climates, SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32Deg.F (0Deg.C). | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 10.75 QTS. | 10.17 L | Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent | S | |||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.38 QTS. | 5.09 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 5.13 QTS. | 4.85 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Dry engine | 6.63 QTS. | 6.27 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 21.13 GALS. | 79.98 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 4WD | 4.38 QTS. | 4.14 L | Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi, SAE 75W-85 or API - GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.05 QTS. | 0.99 L | Genuine NISSAN Power Steering Fluid or equivalent | DEXRON VI type ATF may also be used. | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.13 QTS. | 2.01 L | Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic D | Using ATF other than Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF will cause deterioration in drive ability and transfer case durability, and may damage the transfer case. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | 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:
- • 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.