1989 Nissan Sentra Oil Type & Capacity
The 1989 Nissan Sentra takes 5W-30 motor oil — 3.4 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 3.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| E, 2D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| E, 2D Sedan, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| E, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| E, 4D Sedan, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| E, 4D Wagon, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| E, 4D Wagon, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| SE, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| SE, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 2D Coupe, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 2D Coupe, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 2D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 2D Sedan, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 4D Sedan, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 4D Wagon, AWD, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 4D Wagon, AWD, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 4D Wagon, FWD, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
| XE, 4D Wagon, FWD, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Sentra
1989 Nissan Sentra factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.75 quarts (5.44 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1989 Nissan Sentra take?
The 1989 Nissan Sentra takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 (Preferred) (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1989 Nissan Sentra take?
The 1989 Nissan Sentra holds 3.4 quarts with a filter change, or 3.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1989 Nissan Sentra?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1989 Nissan Sentra. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.