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1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra, 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 1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
1.6L 4-cylinder GA16DE A3.2 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Nissan/Datsun 15208-55Y0A
2.0L 4-cylinder SR20DE B3.6 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E

Select Your 1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra Engine Option

1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code GA16DE A

Engine:

1.6L 4-cylinder GA16DE A [aka 1.6L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GXE, XE

Oil Capacity:

3.2 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

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

1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra 1.6L 4-cylinder GA16DE A oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

3.2 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 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51361-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46116-EA

Coolant Capacity:

5.3 quarts - For models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).
5.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code SR20DE B

Engine:

2.0L 4-cylinder SR20DE B [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

SE

Oil Capacity:

3.6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208-65F00, 15208-65F01, 15208-65F0A, 15208-65F0B, 15208-65F0C, 15208-65F0D, 15208-9F600

1999 Nissan/Datsun Sentra 2.0L 4-cylinder SR20DE B oil change details

Oil Grade:

SL

Oil Capacity:

3.6 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 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51358-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46116-EA

Coolant Capacity:

5.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).
5.3 quarts - For models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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