Nissan Xterra 2005-2015

The Nissan Xterra, produced from 2005 to 2015, continued to build on its reputation as a rugged and capable SUV, tailored for off-road adventures. It retained its distinctive and boxy design, giving it a unique look and contributing to its off-road prowess. The Xterra featured a body-on-frame construction, high ground clearance, and a strong suspension system, making it well-suited for tackling rough terrain. Its available 4WD system and various off-road features, such as hill descent control and locking rear differential, further enhanced its capability in challenging environments.

Inside, the Xterra offered a practical and functional cabin with room for five passengers. The rear seats could be folded down to create a flat load floor, providing ample outdoor gear and luggage cargo space. Nissan also equipped it with a roof rack, making transporting larger items like kayaks or bikes easier. During its production years, the Nissan Xterra remained popular with adventure enthusiasts who valued its off-road prowess and outdoor versatility.

Nissan Xterra specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Chassis

• Type: N50

Engine 1.8L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 0W-20
• Recommended Engine Oil: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 25FT-LBS
• Oil capacity: 4.2 qt

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.8L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity: 21-1/8 gal (80L)

Cooling system

• Type: Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
• Capacity: 2-3/4 gal (10.2L)

Manual transmission gear oil 4WD

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85
• Capacity: 4-3/8 qt (4.2 L)

Automatic transmission fluid

• Type: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is unavailable, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

Final drive gear oil

• Type: API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*1 or 80W-90 LS*1 for Limited Slip Differential (LSD) applications
• Capacity:
  • KA24DE M/T 4X2: 2–3/4 pt (1.3 L)
  •  VG33E/VG33ER 4X4 Front: 3–3/4 pt (1.75L)
  •   VG33E/VG33ER 4X4 Rear: 5–7/8 pt (2.2L)

Automatic transmission fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
• If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is unavailable, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.

Power steering fluid (PSF)

• Type: Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.

Brake and clutch (if so equipped) fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3

Multi-purpose grease

• Type: NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)

Air conditioning system refrigerant

• Type: HFC-134a (R-134a)

Air conditioning system oil

• Type: • Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R or equivalent

Transfer fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF recommended
• Capacity: 2-1/8 qt (2.0 L)

Front final drive oil

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity 80W-90
• Capacity: 1-3/4 pt (0.85 L)

Rear final drive oil A/T models without E-Lock

• Type: API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
• Capacity: 3-3/8 pt (1.6 L)

Rear final drive oil M/T or A/T models with E-Lock

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil synthetic 75W-140 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-140
• Capacity: 4-1/4 pt (2.0 L)

Windshield-washer fluid

• Type: Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil synthetic 75W-140 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-140
• Capacity: 1-1/4 gal (4.5 L)

Powertrain

Engine

• Gasoline:
• 4.0 L VQ40DE V6

Transmission

• 5-speed automatic
• 6-speed manual

Fuel Consumption

Front Lights

• LED Driving Lights & Fog LightsLED Driving Lights & Fog Lights: FDC-MB1
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 194
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9007

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3157K
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: LED
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457AK
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3157K
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 3156AK
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3157K

Interior Lights

• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Luggage Compartment Light Bulb: DE3175
• Map Light Bulb: DE3175