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What is the 2005 Nissan Altima’s oil type?

I’m trying to teach myself some basic car maintenance skills, and I’m going to learn how to change my own oil soon. What is the 2005 Nissan Altima’s oil type?

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Mariza Morin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Learning some DIY maintenance skills definitely helps save a few bucks! The 2005
Nissan Altima
mid-size sedan offered two engine options and five different trim levels, all requiring 5W-30 synthetic motor oil.
Generally, different engine sizes may require a specific quantity of motor oil to run smoothly. But thankfully, that’s not the case for the 2005 Nissan Altima! With the filter for both the 2.5-liter four-cylinder and 3.5-liter V6 engines, you’ll need 4.5 quarts of synthetic oil. But it’s always a good idea to check your Nissan Owner’s Manual to ensure that you know your 2005 Altima’s engine size.
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