This article, is all about 2015 Nissan Altima Oil Reset which has to be done after every 5 thousand miles. The oil light also called “MAINT REQD” on some car make, is not a warning light, rather, it is a reminder.
The maintenance required or oil change light is a reminder to you, that it is due time for maintenance again and changing of oil. If you take your 2015 Nissan Altima to a quick LUB store they will reset the light for you after changing the oil but if they forget to, you will have to.
2015 Nissan Altima Oil Reset Steps
Contents
Ideally after traveling every 5000 miles, you need to perform an oil change (also called service) so the light comes on. Be sure to go through your car owner’s manual to be sure of what the light looks like on the dashboard.
- Turn the ignition to the “RUN” position (press “START/ STOP” button once).
- Press the square button to display the “SETTINGS” mode.
- Use the up and down arrows to select “SETTINGS” and press the “ENTER” button.
- Select “MAINTENANCE” and press the “ENTER” button.
- Select which item you wish to reset, reset distance, and press the “ENTER” button.
- Repeat for each item you wish to reset.
- Turn the ignition off.
Please click Oil Reset to see the process for other car makes and model
Engine Type Oil Viscosity and Capacity
This is a tabular representation of 2015 Nissan Altima oil viscosity and capacity detailed information and it is important to know this as it will help in knowing the exact oil for your vehicle. This info. Comes in handy before and after 2015 Nissan Altima oil change reset.
| Vehicle Make, Model & Year | Engine | Capacity/Filter | Oil Change Intervals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altima 2.5 (2013 – 2013 ) | QR25DE | 4.6 l 4.86 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 7 500 miles / 6 months |
| Altima 3.5 (2013 – 2014) | VQ35DE | 4.8 l 5.07 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 7 500 miles / 6 months |
| Altima 2.5 (2014 – ) | QR25DE | 4.6 l 4.86 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 5 000 miles / 6 months |
| Altima 3.5 (2015 – ) | VQ35DE | 4.8 l 5.07 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 5 000 miles / 6 months |
2015 Nissan Altima Oil Type Review
| NISSAN ALTIMA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR | ENGINE | ENGINE OIL TYPE | ENGINE OIL CAPACITY |
| 1998 – 2001 | 2.4 L KA24DE | SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity oil may be | 3-5/8 qt (3.4L) (with oil filter change), 3-3/8 qt (3.2L) (without oil filter change) |
| 2002 – 2004 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 5W-30 oil is preferred . SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 oils may be used, ILSAC grade GF-III | 4-1/2 qt (4.2L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/4 qt (4.0L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred . SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used, ILSAC g | 4-1/4 qt (4.0L) (with oil filter change) 3-7/8 qt (3.7L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2005 – 2006 | 2.5 L QR25DE | 4-1/2 qt (4.2L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/4 qt (4.0L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 oil is preferred . SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 oils may be used, ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II, | 4-1/2 qt (4.2L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/4 qt (4.0L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2007 – 2009 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2010 – 2012 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2013 – 2014 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 0W-20 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 5W-30 | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2015 – 2016 | 2.5 L QR25DE | SAE 0W-20 or alternatively 5W-30 | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | SAE 0W-20 or alternatively 5W-30 | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2017 – 2018 | 2.5 L QR25DE | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN | 4-7/8 qt (4.6L) (with oil filter change) 4-1/2 qt (4.3L)(without oil filter change) |
| 3.5 L VQ35DE V6 | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN | 5-1/8 qt (4.8L) (with oil filter change) 4-3/4 qt (4.5L)(without oil filter change) | |
| 2019 – 2021 | 2.5L PR25DD | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil 0W-20 SN (or equivalent) is recommended or else a synthetic 0W-20 GF-5 SN m | 5-3/8 qt (5.1L) (with oil filter change) 5-1/8 qt (4.8L)(without oil filter change) |
| 2.0L KR20DDET | Genuine Nissan Motor Oil Ester 5W-30 SN is recommended or else a synthetic SAE 5W-30 GF-5 SN motor | 5 qt (4.7L) (with oil filter change) 4-7/8 qt (4.6L)(without oil filter change) | |
This article is a very comprehensive guide about 2015 Nissan Altima Oil Change Light Reset, it also contains a tabular details about engine type, oil viscosity and capacity. Please do not forget to share this article using the share button below, who knows you might help someone who needs it.
Conclusion
All information provided on this page is for information purpose and it is basically a guide as to how to carry out the above subject matter. Due to the fact that there many variety of vehicle make and models, we strongly advise you to refer back to your car owners manual for the procedure if the one above is not working.
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