1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair 2. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open 3. Find Oil Drain - Locate the oil drain plug underneath the vehicle 4. Drain Oil - Set up the workspace, drain oil and replace plug 5. Find Oil Filter - Locate the oil filter 6. Remove Filter - Position drain pan and remove the oil filter 7. Replace Filter - Add oil to the new oil filter and insert it 8. Remove Oil Cap - Take off the oil fill cap 9. Add Oil - Determine the correct oil type and add oil 10. Replace Cap - Put the oil fill cap back on the engine 11. Leak Inspection - Start vehicle and visually inspect for leaks 12. Remove Dipstick - Locate, remove and wipe oil dipstick 13. Read Oil Level - Reinsert dipstick, remove and then read oil level 14. Clean Up Tips - How to best clean spills and deal with used oil 15. More Info. - Additional information on oil changes Share on
This video shows you how to change the oil and oil filter in your 2009 Nissan Altima. When you change your own oil, you know that you are putting quality oil in your Altima and that the filter is being changed too. Most importantly, you get a chance to look around under your Altima for potential trouble spots. This video shows you the location of your oil drain plug, oil filter, oil fill cap and dipstick in addition to the steps needed to change the oil and filter in your Altima. For most Nissans, you can wrap an old belt around the oil filter and unscrew it by hand. If you can't do this, see our parts page to find a Nissan Altima oil filter wrench. If your Altima is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your Altima. Most Nissans have the oil type printed on the oil cap - it will likely be 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40. If it isn't printed on the oil cap, check your owners manual for the exact type before adding new oil. We recommend wearing safety glasses whenever you are working under your Altima. You never know what could be dripping down from the engine, battery acid, engine coolant, brake fluid, etc. All of these fluids are extremely harmful to your eyes and skin so it is important to protect yourself.
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What type of oil does a 2009 Nissan Altima use?Engine Oil
0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 0W-20 is preferred. Capacity: 4.9 quarts (with filter).
Does a 2009 Nissan Altima take synthetic oil?The best choice for a Nissan Altima is 5W-30 synthetic motor oil. You'll get better performance out of your Nissan Altima with synthetic oil. However, you can use conventional oil in older models.
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