Altima

The Nissan Altima is a midsize sedan that's been a fixture on American roads since 1992. Whether you own a current model or an older generation, understanding your Altima's maintenance needs keeps it running reliably. Oil changes are fundamental to engine health, and the Altima's straightforward design makes this task manageable for owners who want to handle it themselves.

These guides cover the specific oil types, capacities, and drain plug locations for different Altima model years and engine options. You'll find step-by-step instructions for locating components under the hood, removing old oil safely, and replacing the filter correctly. Whether you're working on a V4 or V6 engine, the process follows the same basic principles—you just need to know where things are on your particular model.