Oil change in the Nissan Almera G15 engine

The Nissan Almera G15 engine is maximally protected from premature wear until the engine oil loses its properties. Therefore, after a certain period of time it must be replaced. What can be done at the service station, or do it yourself according to the instructions below.

Stages of replacing the Nissan Almera G15 lubricant

The replacement procedure is carried out according to the usual scheme, suitable for almost all cars, the waste is drained and new oil is poured. Of the nuances, one can single out the inconvenient location of the oil filter.

The model debuted on the Russian market in 2012 and was produced until 2018. It was equipped with a 4-liter K1,6M gasoline engine. Names known to users:

• Nissan Almera G15 (Nissan Almera G15);
• Nissan Almera 3 (Nissan Almera III).

Waste fluid draining

The lubricant should be changed on a warm, but slightly cooled engine, so there is not much time to remove the protection. For normal access to the pan, as well as the oil filter.

During this time, the machine has cooled down a bit, you can continue the procedure for draining the used oil and do the following:

1. We raise the hood, then we find the filler neck on the engine and unscrew the plug (Fig. 1).
2. Now we go down under the car, install containers for exercises in the place of drainage. You can use a tin can or an old bucket.
3. We unscrew the drain plug with a key, under the square by 8 (Fig. 2).
4. Now you need to unscrew the old oil filter, which is located in front of the engine (Fig. 3).

To unscrew the filter element on the Nissan Almera G15, it is desirable to have a special extractor. If it was not available, then you can try to unscrew the filter with improvised means. For these purposes, you can use, for example, an old alternator belt, a regular belt, a bicycle chain or a simple screwdriver.

We unscrew the oil filter with improvised means

Using this method, it will be possible to drain the maximum amount of used oil, after which you can proceed to other actions. The main thing is not to forget, everything that we unscrew needs to be put in its place.

Flushing the lubrication system

Washing the engine of a Nissan Almera G15 car should be carried out only in exceptional cases, which include:

1. Buying a used car when you cannot be sure of the quality, as well as the regularity of replenishing the lubricating compound.
2. During operation, the service interval for replacement was repeatedly exceeded.
3. Running the engine with constant and frequent overheating, which contributes to coking, as well as other deposits.
4. In cases of switching to another type of oil, for example, from synthetic to semi-synthetic.

Engine wash Nissan Almera G15 is of several types:

• Five minutes or seven minutes, able to clean even the most difficult deposits. They should be used very carefully, strictly following the instructions printed on the package. It is recommended to use them only when absolutely necessary. Since there is a high probability of premature wear of the sealing bushings. And also clog the oil channels with particles of washed soot.
• Special compounds that are added to the oil several hundred kilometers before the proposed replacement. They are softer, but there is also a chance that the oil passages will be clogged.
• Oil flushing is the most gentle method of cleaning the engine from the inside. Such a composition is poured after draining the mining, the engine runs for 15-20 minutes, after which the liquid with deposits is drained. The absence of aggressive additives in the detergent composition gently cleans the engine, but cannot remove strong contaminants.
• The regular oil you are going to use when changing. This method is not as popular due to its high cost.

Before washing the Nissan Almera G15, you need to weigh the pros and cons. And also understand that it will not work to completely drain the liquid. A part will remain in the channels, which will then mix with the new oil.

Installing the filter, filling with new engine fluid

If the Nissan Almera G15 lubrication system is tight and does not require repair work to eliminate the leak, you can proceed to fill in new oil. In addition to the oil itself, you will need a new Nissan drain plug washer 11026-00Q0H (1102600Q0H). As well as the original Nissan oil filter 15208-00QAC (1520800QAC). If you wish, you can search for analogues on the Internet.

Expendable materials

When everything is ready, we go to the bay:

1. Replace the drain plug with a new washer.
2. We twist and put the oil filter in place. Pre-lubricate the sealing rubber ring with new oil.
3. Pour new oil into the filler neck.
4. We check the level on the dipstick, it should be between the MIN and MAX marks.
5. We start the engine, let it run for 10-15 seconds, and then turn it off.
6. After 5 minutes, check the level with a dipstick, top up if necessary.

There are different opinions about changing the oil filter. Many car owners recommend pouring new oil into it before installation. However, in the official instruction manual for Nissan Almera G15. And also in the information from global filter manufacturers, it is recommended to simply lubricate the sealing ring.

The frequency of replacement, which oil to fill

According to the manufacturer's recommendation, engine oil must be changed during maintenance, which is carried out every 15 km. If the runs are short, then the replacement should be done once a year.

The Nissan Almera G15 lubrication system, together with the filter, has a capacity of 4,8 liters. A slight difference in volume may be due to the installation of a non-original filter element.

The Nissan car company uses in its cars, and also recommends car owners to use original products. If it is impossible to use branded lubricants to replace, analogues should be selected based on the data of the service book.

Motorists note Idemitsu Zepro Touring 5W-30 lubricant as an excellent alternative to the original. If you want to save on replacement, then in this case, Lukoil-Lux 5w-30 API SL / CF, ACEA A5 / B5 is suitable. Both meet Nissan's tolerances and specifications for this vehicle.

Some users use Elf oil, or any other oil that has an RN 0700 approval. Justifying your choice by saying that a Renault engine is installed on the car, it is logical to use their approvals and recommendations.

As for the viscosity of the motor fluid, it largely depends on the region of operation of the car, mileage and direct recommendations from the car manufacturer. But more often 5W-30 is used, as well as 5W-40.

The vehicle manufacturer does not recommend the use of non-genuine or non-approved engine oil.

How much oil is in the engine lubrication system, volume table

Model	Engine power	Engine markings	How many liters of oil in the system	original oil / factory packaging
Nissan Almera G15	1.6 gasoline	K4M	4,8	Engine oil Nissan 5w-40 / Nissan SN Strong Savings X 5W-30

Leaks and problems

Leaks on Nissan Almera G15 engines are rare and mainly occur due to poor maintenance. But in any case, the place where the oil comes out must be looked for individually.

But problems with zhor and increased consumption occur regularly, especially on cars with mileage after 100 thousand kilometers. If the cost from replacement to replacement is low, you can try to find an oil that does not burn out as much. Or use the special LIQUI MOLY Pro-Line Motorspulung.

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