Engine Oil
5W-30
Conventional or Synthetic
Capacity
4.2 qt
with filter
3.8 qt without filter
Oil Filter
15208-65F0E
Nissan (OEM)
OEM spec: API SN
The 2008 Nissan Sentra takes 5W-30 Conventional or Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.2 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 14mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 34 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Nissan 15208-65F0E, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 3 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2008 NISSAN SENTRA
Torque your drain plug to 34 Nm (25 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Nissan 15208-65F0E) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Conventional or Synthetic as specified by Nissan — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-30
Oil type Conventional or Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 4.2 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.8 qt
OEM spec API SN
Filter Options
OEM oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 14 mm
Thread M12x1.25
Torque spec 34 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
6th gen B16 (2.0L MR20DE I4)
Type Nissan Matic S
Capacity 4 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Long Life
Color Green
Capacity 6.5 qt
Change interval 100,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.044
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
Nissan D1060-9N00A OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 18A passenger, 18"
Buy Rain-X 18-1 passenger, 18"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
08V311000
NISSAN IS RECALLING 169,202 MY 2007-2008 SENTRA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED ROBERT BOSCH MASTER CYLINDER. DUE TO THE MACHINING IRREGULARITY BY THE SUPPLIER, THE INTERNAL SEAL GROOVE IN THE BODY OF SOME BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERS MAY ALLOW FOR A GAP IN THE GROOVE CONTACT AREA OF THE SEAL. THIS MAY RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID SLOWLY LEAKING FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER ASSEMBLY, CAUSING THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE.
09V431000
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 SENTRA PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH MASTER CYLINDERS. BRAKE FLUID MAY LEAK FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER. IF THE AMOUNT OF BRAKE FLUID IN THE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR DECREASES TO BELOW THE MINIMUM LEVEL, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR WILL ILLUMINATE AS DESIGNED AND THE BRAKES WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.
10V401000
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
All categories ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE WHEELS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS EXTERIOR LIGHTING AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW SEATS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM AIR BAGS POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP ENGINE
04049 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING 2010-04-27
TRAILER LIGHT WIRING. *MR UPDATED *EH UPDATED 09-12-07. *KB UPDATED 6/21/10. *PE
06079 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2008-01-24
DTC FOR VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL FUNCTION. ALL 1996-2007 NISSAN VEHICLES WITH VARIABLE VALVE TIMING, WITH ENGINES VQ35; QR25; QG18; GA16; VQ40; VK56; MR 18; AND MR29. *KB ALSO INCLUDES 2008-2009 MODELS. UPDATED 8/27/08. *PE
NTB08-049 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 2008-04-28
NISSAN; SPECIAL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID REQUIREMENT. 2004 TO CURRENT NISSAN VEHICLES. *NJ
Show all 29 TSBs(+26) Private Party
$3,087–$3,412
Dealer Retail
$3,575–$4,062
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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