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2018 Nissan/Datsun Maxima Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2018 Nissan/Datsun Maxima oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2018 Nissan/Datsun Maxima, 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 2018 Nissan/Datsun Maxima oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
3.5L 6-cylinder VQ35DE 55.1 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E
Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F1E

Select Your 2018 Nissan/Datsun Maxima Engine Option

3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code VQ35DE 5

Engine:

3.5L 6-cylinder VQ35DE 5 [aka 3.5L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Platinum, S, SL, SR, SV

Oil Capacity:

5.1 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F0E and Nissan/Datsun 15208-65F1E

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208-65F00, 15208-65F01, 15208-65F0A, 15208-65F0B, 15208-65F0C, 15208-65F0D, 15208-9F600 and 15208-65F1A, 15208-65F1B

2018 Nissan/Datsun Maxima 3.5L 6-cylinder VQ35DE 5 oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

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

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51358-EA

Wix Air Filter:

46116-EA

Coolant Capacity:

9.7 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Install a new washer on the drain bolt and make sure to use an Original Equipment (OE) drain plug.

Notes:

N/A

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