How many liters of engine oil does the Nissan Patrol 4.0 require for an oil change?
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The Nissan Patrol 4.0 engine requires 5.1 liters of engine oil. The factory-recommended oil specification for the Patrol is 0W40 full synthetic oil. The viscosity of engine oil changes with temperature variations, so special attention should be paid to its performance under both low and high temperature conditions. For example, in 5W-30 oil: the first number indicates low-temperature fluidity - 5W means it can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C. The smaller this number, the better the low-temperature fluidity, resulting in smoother cold starts for the vehicle. The latter number represents the oil's kinematic viscosity at 100°C - higher values indicate better ability to maintain viscosity at high temperatures, which can also be understood as better lubrication performance under high-temperature conditions. The oil change procedure for the Patrol 4.0 is as follows: Wait for the engine temperature to cool down, allowing the oil to drain back to the oil pan; Loosen the drain plug with a wrench and collect the old oil in a drain pan until no more oil flows out; Start the engine and let it run for 30 seconds to drain remaining oil from the main oil passages; Remove the oil filter using a special filter wrench; Apply new oil to the gasket of the new oil filter and hand-tighten it clockwise; Add new oil through the valve cover filler port - typically about three-quarters of a standard oil container; Run the engine for 5 minutes and check for leaks around the drain plug and oil filter (repair if necessary); After stopping the engine, check the oil level using the dipstick to ensure it's within the standard range.
My Patrol 4.0 has undergone three maintenance services so far, and each oil change requires preparing 7 to 8 liters. In practice, using around 7.5 liters tends to be the most stable, as there's always some residual old oil left during drainage. I recommend buying two 4-liter cans for the best value—open a new one to pour in 7 liters and save the remaining half can for top-ups next time. Always replace the oil filter simultaneously; the Nissan OEM oil filter pairs best with 5W-30 full synthetic oil. The engine bay of this vehicle is spacious, making DIY oil changes manageable, but ensure the engine is cold to avoid burns.
I just had my Patrol serviced recently. The 4.0L engine really drinks engine oil - 7.5 liters is the standard amount. I remember during the first service they only added 7 liters, and the oil warning light came on after two days of driving. I had to return to the shop to top up another half liter before it was normal. Now I always check with the dipstick myself - wait ten minutes after turning off a warmed-up engine, and the ideal oil level should be right in the middle of the markings. Both Mobil and Shell engine oils work well, but never go for cheap fakes - repairing that big V6 engine costs way more than the oil itself.
