Engine oil
SAE 0W-20 synthetic
Look for API SN on the label. Checked for 2013–2018 models with the 2.5L 4-cyl.
4.9 qt with filterReplace: every 5,000 mi
Nissan
Your car
2018 Nissan Altima oil type, capacity & maintenance
2.5L 4-cyl · FWD or AWD
All listed trims share these maintenance parts.
Your oil change shopping list
Everything for one DIY oil changeParts & fluids for the 2018 Altima
Oil filter
Nissan 15208-65F0E
Common OEM filter for this generation. Confirm the fit with your VIN at checkout, and replace it at every oil change.
1 filterReplace: every oil change
Drain plug
Inspect, new gasket
Fit a new drain plug gasket or washer if yours is flattened or nicked.
Replace: if worn
Engine air filter
Fits 2018 Altima
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 30,000 mi
Cabin air filter
Fits 2018 Altima
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 15,000 mi
Spark plugs
Fits 2018 Altima
Intervals varied by engine in these years. The schedule tab shows typical timing.
Replace: every 105,000 mi
Every 5,000 miles: what's due
Pick your mileage to see what comes due at that service.
5,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
10,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
15,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 15,000 miShop part →
20,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
25,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
30,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 15,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
35,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
40,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
45,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 15,000 miShop part →
50,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
55,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
60,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 15,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
65,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
70,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
75,000 miles 3 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 15,000 miShop part →
80,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
85,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
90,000 miles 4 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
- Cabin air filterUsually behind the glovebox · every 15,000 miShop part →
- Engine air filterAirbox under the hood · every 30,000 miShop part →
95,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
100,000 miles 2 items
- Oil & oil filter changePlus a new drain plug gasket or washer · every 5,000 miShop part →
- Rotate & inspect tiresNissan says every 5,000 mi · every 5,000 mi
Other years: 2017 Altima · 2019 Altima · All Altima years
Oil grade and capacity are checked against published lubricant application data where marked verified; part numbers and intervals follow Nissan's maintenance schedule. Severe use (towing, short trips, dusty roads) shortens some intervals. Confirm the part number against your VIN at checkout. Read the full disclaimer
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