1989 Nissan/Datsun Pathfinder Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1989 Nissan/Datsun Pathfinder oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1989 Nissan/Datsun Pathfinder, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1989 Nissan/Datsun Pathfinder oil change!

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Engine & Code	Oil Capacity	Oil Viscosity/Type	Oil Filter
3.0L 6-cylinder [H] VG30I Q	4.2 quarts (with filter) RWD 3.6 quarts (with filter) 4WD	SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)	Nissan/Datsun 15208-55Y0A

Select Your 1989 Nissan/Datsun Pathfinder Engine Option

3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code [H] VG30I Q

Engine:

3.0L 6-cylinder [H] VG30I Q [aka 3.0L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

SE, XE

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts (with filter) RWD
3.6 quarts (with filter) 4WD

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Nissan/Datsun 15208-55Y0A

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208-55Y00, 15208-55Y00A, 15208-60U00, 15208-60U01, 15208-H1010, 15208-H1011, 15208-H1012, 15208-H8901, 15208-H8903, 15208-H8904, 15208-H8905, 15208-H8911, 15208-H8915, 15208-H8916, 15208-H8916DY, 15208-H8916MP, 15208-H8917, 15208-H8917MP, 15208-H8993, 15208-H8994

1989 Nissan/Datsun Pathfinder 3.0L 6-cylinder [H] VG30I Q oil change details

Oil Grade:

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.6 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.