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Nissan-Datsun Maxima Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Nissan-Datsun Maxima. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-10-31 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2022-2023 Nissan-Datsun Maxima: 3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent

GenerationYearsTop spec
2022-20232022-20233.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent
202120213.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent
2019-20202019-20203.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL8 (DENSO)

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2022-2023 Nissan-Datsun Maxima: 3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent

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2022-2023

Air Cond Compressor Oil3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent
Air Cond Refrigerant1.21 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Automatic Transmission Fluid8.63 QTS. (8.16 L) — Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 Note: Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
Brake Fluid— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Engine Coolant9.75 QTS. (9.22 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Engine Oil5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — Genuine NISSAN Motor Oil SP SAE 0W-20 Engine Oil Note: If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-6 SP motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
Fuel Tank18.00 GALS. (68.13 L)
Power Steering Fluid1.13 QTS. (1.06 L) — Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid4.50 QTS. (4.25 L) — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Notes
  • →Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
  • →If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-6 SP motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Air Cond Compressor Oil3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent
Air Cond Refrigerant1.21 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Automatic Transmission Fluid8.63 QTS. (8.16 L) — Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 Note: Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
Brake Fluid— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Engine Coolant9.75 QTS. (9.22 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Engine Oil5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
Fuel Tank18.00 GALS. (68.13 L)
Power Steering Fluid1.13 QTS. (1.06 L) — Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid4.50 QTS. (4.25 L) — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Notes
  • →Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
  • →If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

2019-2020

Air Cond Compressor Oil3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL8 (DENSO)
Air Cond Refrigerant1.21 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Automatic Transmission Fluid8.63 QTS. (8.16 L) — Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 Note: Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
Brake Fluid— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Engine Coolant9.75 QTS. (9.22 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Engine Oil5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
Fuel Tank18.00 GALS. (68.13 L)
Power Steering Fluid1.13 QTS. (1.06 L) — Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid4.50 QTS. (4.25 L) — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Notes
  • →Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
  • →If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Air Cond Compressor Oil3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL8 (DENSO)
Air Cond Refrigerant1.21 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Automatic Transmission Fluid8.63 QTS. (8.16 L) — Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 Note: Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
Brake Fluid— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Engine Coolant9.72 QTS. (9.19 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Engine Oil5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
Fuel Tank18.00 GALS. (68.13 L)
Power Steering Fluid1.13 QTS. (1.06 L) — Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid4.50 QTS. (4.25 L) — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Notes
  • →Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
  • →If SAE 0W-20 motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic SAE 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or engine oil) may be used.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

2016-2017

Air Cond Compressor Oil3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL8 (DENSO)
Air Cond Refrigerant1.21 LBS. (0.54 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)
Automatic Transmission Fluid8.63 QTS. (8.16 L) — Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 Note: Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
Brake Fluid— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3
Engine Coolant9.72 QTS. (9.19 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Engine Oil5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oils may be used as an alternative to the recommended oil.
Fuel Tank18.00 GALS. (68.13 L)
Power Steering Fluid1.13 QTS. (1.06 L) — Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
Windshield Washer Fluid4.75 QTS. (4.49 L) — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
Notes
  • →Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will damage the CVT Transmission.
  • →NISSAN recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. SAE 5W-30 conventional petroleum based oils may be used as an alternative to the recommended oil.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this data from?
Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Nissan-Datsun Maxima use?
2022-2023 Nissan-Datsun Maxima: 3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — A/C System Oil Type ND-OIL12 or equivalent
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Nissan-Datsun Maxima?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Published by AllOEMManuals, founded by Lyndon Bedford, an automotive technician with 20 years of experience. He owned and operated a mechanic shop in Hurst, Texas from 2014 to 2022 and continues hands-on repair work.

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Last updated: 2026-10-31

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