2012 Nissan Maxima
Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Jun 16, 2026
The 2012 Nissan Maxima takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.5 quarts (filter included). Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2012 NISSAN MAXIMA
- Always use 5W-30 Full Synthetic as specified by Nissan — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
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Oil & Filter
OilBuy
Viscosity5W-30
Oil typeFull Synthetic
Capacity (with filter)4.5 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)4.2 qt
OEM specILSAC GF-5
Filter Options
No filter cross-references added yet.
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Drain bolt specs not yet added.
04
Maintenance Schedule
≈ every 6 months
- ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
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Torque Specifications
07
Technical Service Bulletins
111Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$30,000
Private Party
$5,130–$5,670
Dealer Retail
$5,940–$6,750
Trade-In
$4,590–$5,130
Depreciation
82%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
Save by doing it yourself
A shop typically charges $70–$140 for this service. Buy the parts and save.
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Tools & Supplies
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