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1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX, 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 1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
3.0L 6-cylinder [C] VG30DETT F Turbo4.3 quarts (with filter)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
Nissan/Datsun 1611801P01
3.0L 6-cylinder [R] VG30DE E4.3 quarts (with filter)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
Nissan/Datsun 1611801P01

Select Your 1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX Engine Option

3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code [C] VG30DETT F Turbo

Engine:

3.0L 6-cylinder [C] VG30DETT F Turbo [aka 3.0L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

2+2, Base, Turbo

Oil Capacity:

4.3 quarts (with filter)

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 and Nissan/Datsun 1611801P01

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

1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX 3.0L 6-cylinder [C] VG30DETT F Turbo oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

4.3 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

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

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51361-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46044-EA

Coolant Capacity:

9.5 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code [R] VG30DE E

Engine:

3.0L 6-cylinder [R] VG30DE E [aka 3.0L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

2+2, Base, Turbo

Oil Capacity:

4.3 quarts (with filter)

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 and Nissan/Datsun 1611801P01

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

1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX 3.0L 6-cylinder [R] VG30DE E oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

4.3 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

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

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51361-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46044-EA

Coolant Capacity:

9.5 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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