1999 Nissan Altima Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Nissan Altima takes 5W-30 motor oil — 3.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 3.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLE | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| GXE, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| GXE, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| SE, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| SE, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| XE, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
| XE, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 3.00 QTS. | — | API - SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 or SAE 10W-40 viscosity oils may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). |
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More specs & repair guides for your Altima
1999 Nissan Altima factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.75 quarts (7.33 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Nissan Altima take?
The 1999 Nissan Altima takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1999 Nissan Altima take?
The 1999 Nissan Altima holds 3.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Nissan Altima?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Nissan Altima. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.