Fluids and Lubricants

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Fluids & Lubricants Chart

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

1: For further details, see "SAE VISCOSITY NUMBER ".

Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine Nissan Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

3: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON^TM III/ MERCON^TM or equivalent ATF may also be used.

*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.

*5: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C(32°F).