2009 Nissan Pathfinder Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Nissan Pathfinder oil type depends on the engine: the LE, 4.0 A, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 4.0 A, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 5.6 B, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.75 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 5.6 B, RWD takes 5W-30 (6.75 quarts qt with filter); the S, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the S, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the SE Off Road takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4.0 A, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 4.0 A, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 5.6 B takes 5W-30 (6.75 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- LE, 4.0 A, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- LE, 4.0 A, RWD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- LE, 5.6 B, 4WD: 5W-30, 6.75 quarts with filter
- LE, 5.6 B, RWD: 5W-30, 6.75 quarts with filter
- S, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- S, RWD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- SE Off Road: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- SE, 4.0 A, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- SE, 4.0 A, RWD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- SE, 5.6 B: 5W-30, 6.75 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LE, 4.0 A, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| LE, 4.0 A, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| LE, 5.6 B, 4WD — 5.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.75 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| LE, 5.6 B, RWD — 5.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.75 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| S, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| S, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| SE Off Road — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| SE, 4.0 A, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| SE, 4.0 A, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.25 QTS. | — |
| SE, 5.6 B — 5.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.75 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
10.8 quarts (10.22 L) — 50/50 mixture of Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant and demineralized or distilled water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Nissan Pathfinder take?
It depends on the engine: LE, 4.0 A, 4WD uses 5W-30; LE, 4.0 A, RWD uses 5W-30; LE, 5.6 B, 4WD uses 5W-30; LE, 5.6 B, RWD uses 5W-30; S, 4WD uses 5W-30; S, RWD uses 5W-30; SE Off Road uses 5W-30; SE, 4.0 A, 4WD uses 5W-30; SE, 4.0 A, RWD uses 5W-30; SE, 5.6 B uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2009 Nissan Pathfinder?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: LE, 4.0 A, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; LE, 4.0 A, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; LE, 5.6 B, 4WD holds 6.75 quarts with filter; LE, 5.6 B, RWD holds 6.75 quarts with filter; S, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; S, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; SE Off Road holds 5.4 quarts with filter; SE, 4.0 A, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; SE, 4.0 A, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; SE, 5.6 B holds 6.75 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2009 Nissan Pathfinder?
Most 2009 Nissan Pathfinder owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Nissan recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Nissan Pathfinder?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.