Your 2013 Nissan Rogue is a quality small SUV. The car scores well across the board in safety, performance, and handling categories. To keep your Rogue running smoothly, you'll need to know its engine oil capacity, which is 4.9 quarts or 4.6 liters.

Car ownership can be expensive. It seems like you're always paying for something, from regular maintenance to insurance bills. Changing your own oil is a great and simple way to save some extra money—just make sure you know your car's engine oil type and capacity before you start.

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2013 Nissan Rogue Engine Oil Capacity

Your 2013 Nissan Rogue has a 2.5-liter engine that holds 4.9 quarts or 4.6 liters of oil.

Before we go any further, it's important to note the difference between your engine's displacement—the 2.5-liter volume of the pistons inside your engine's cylinders—and its oil capacity, which is how much oil the engine holds and uses as a lubricant.

Engine oil capacity and displacement represent two different numbers and are never interchangeable.

What kind of oil does a 2013 Nissan Rogue need?

If you're going to change the oil in your Nissan Rogue, you'll need to know what type of oil it takes. That's right—not all engine oils are the same.

When you go to the auto parts store, look for SAE 5W-30. That's the oil that

Nissan

recommends using in your 2013 Rogue, and it's smart to go with the manufacturer's recommendation.

What does that cryptic combination of letters and numbers mean? The "SAE" stands for Society of Automotive Engineers. They're the organization responsible for engine oil codes.

The "5" represents the oil's viscosity (or thickness) at low temperatures, while the "W" stands for winter. The "30" represents the oil's viscosity at warmer temperatures.

Smaller numbers stand for thinner oil varieties—and the thinner the oil, the easier it flows through your engine.

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How often to change the oil on a 2013 Nissan Rogue

You should

change the oil

in your 2013 Nissan Rogue every 3,000-5,000 miles—or every three to six months. However, if you're using a full synthetic oil in your car, you can wait a little longer and change the oil every 7,500-10,000 miles.

That may seem like a long time to go between oil changes, and there's certainly no harm in changing the oil more frequently if you want.

It's also important to check your oil periodically to make sure it's still in good condition. Try to check your oil once a month or every other time you fill the gas tank.

Look out for these signs that you need to change your oil:

Black or dark brown oil (clean oil is a light brown color, similar to dark honey)

Oil with a gritty or grimy texture

New strange noises from the engine bay

Decreased engine performance

New smells, like oil, burning, or smoke

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Once you have the proper oil type and new filter, you're ready to change your oil! These are the tools you'll need:

A ratchet wrench with a 14-millimeter socket

A drain pan for the old oil

A jack and jack stands or ramps to lift the vehicle

An oil filter wrench

A funnel

A torque wrench

A clean towel or rag

You can change the oil if the engine is cold, but running the car for a few minutes will allow the oil to drain more easily. After your engine is warmed up, turn off the car, pop the hood, and follow these steps:

Step 1: Remove the oil fill cap and pull out the dipstick.

Step 2: Go under the car and remove the oil drain plug. Position the drain pan to catch the old oil.

Step 3: Remove the old oil filter while you wait for the oil to drain.

Step 4: Use your finger and some clean oil to lubricate the gasket on the new oil filter. Then, screw it into place. Tighten the oil filter until it is snug, but don't try to force it down as tight as you can.

Step 5: Screw the drain plug bag into place and tighten it to 29 lb-ft.

Step 6: Fill the engine with clean oil and reattach the oil fill cap.

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary. Finally, confirm that the fill cap and dipstick are in place and secure.

Don't forget to dispose of your old oil properly. Pour the dirty oil into the new oil's empty container and return it to the auto parts store for proper recycling.

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