Engine Oil
0W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.2 qt
with filter
3.9 qt without filter
Oil Filter
15208-65F0E
Nissan (OEM)
OEM spec: ILSAC GF-5
The 2021 Nissan Sentra takes 0W-20 Full 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 3 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 2021 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 0W-20 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. Viscosity 0W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 4.2 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.9 qt
OEM spec ILSAC GF-5
Filter Options
Spin-on oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 14 mm
Thread M12x1.25
Torque spec 34 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
8th gen B18 (2.0L MR20DD 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 120,000 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
21V461000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may be bent.
23V581000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Sentra vehicles. The left and/or right tie rod may bend.
23V628000
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Altima and 2020-2021 Sentra vehicles. Damage to the camera harness can cause distortion or loss of the rearview camera display image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
All categories ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY SUSPENSION AIR BAGS EQUIPMENT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING POWER TRAIN EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AUX AUDIO JACK/PLUG FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT STRUCTURE STEERING WHEELS VISIBILITY EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL EXTERIOR LIGHTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE VISIBILITY/WIPER STRUCTURE:BODY ENGINE
NTB20-084 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) 2020-11-30
INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT DTC P161D STORED IN THE ECM SERVICE INFORMATION DTC P161D (IMMOBILIZER) will not cause: ï· The MIL to turn ON. ï· The Remote Engine Start to become inoperative. ï· The âNo Key Detectedâ message to appear. ï· An impact to any of the vehicleâs functions or performance. If other DTCs are stored with P161D, perform the diagnosis and repair procedures, outlined in the ESM, for the other DTCs first. ï· After the other DTCs have been resolved and P161D does not clear, proceed with the diagnosis and repair, outlined in the ESM, for DTC P161D.
NTB20-085 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2020-11-30
TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT RESET AFTER AUTOMATIC COLLISION NOTIFICATION SERVICE INFORMATION The Telematics Control Unit (TCU) has the ability to send an automatic collision notification when the vehicle is involved in an accident. Once an automatic collision notification is performed, the function becomes disabled. The TCU must be reset to re-enable the automatic collision notification function. This bulletin describes how to reset the TCU after an automatic collision notification has been performed.
NTB19-042a LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 2020-11-05
AEB WARNING LIGHT BLINKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Show all 128 TSBs(+125) Private Party
$11,162–$12,337
Dealer Retail
$12,925–$14,687
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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