2017 Nissan NV3500 HD Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD oil type depends on the engine: the 4.0L takes 5W-30 (5.38 quarts qt with filter); the 5.6L takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56DE takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56VD takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter); the SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD takes 0W-20 (6.88 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4.0L: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- 4.0L: 5W-30, 5.38 quarts with filter
- 5.6L: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- 5.6L: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- 5.6L: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- 5.6L: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56DE: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56VD: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
- SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD: 0W-20, 6.88 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L — S, Van Passenger, 4.0L Eng VIN B, 4.0L Eng | API - SN SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| 4.0L — SV, Van Passenger, 4.0L Eng VIN B, 4.0L Eng | API - SN SAE 5W-30 | 5.38 QTS. | 5.13 QTS. | — |
| 5.6L — S, Van Passenger, 5.6L Eng VIN A, Eng CD VK56DE, 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 5.6L — S, Van Passenger, 5.6L Eng VIN A, Eng CD VK56VD, 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 5.6L — SV, Van Passenger, 5.6L Eng VIN A, Eng CD VK56DE, 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 5.6L — SV, Van Passenger, 5.6L Eng VIN A, Eng CD VK56VD, 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56DE — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56VD — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD — 5.6L Eng | API - SN SAE 0W-20 | 6.88 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
13.42 quarts (12.7 L) — Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equivalent
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD take?
It depends on the engine: 4.0L uses 5W-30; 5.6L uses 0W-20; S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE uses 0W-20; S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD uses 0W-20; SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE uses 0W-20; SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD uses 0W-20; SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56DE uses 0W-20; SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56VD uses 0W-20; SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE uses 0W-20; SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD uses 0W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 4.0L holds 5.38 quarts with filter; 5.6L holds 6.88 quarts with filter; S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE holds 6.88 quarts with filter; S, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD holds 6.88 quarts with filter; SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE holds 6.88 quarts with filter; SL, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD holds 6.88 quarts with filter; SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56DE holds 6.88 quarts with filter; SL, Van Passenger, Eng CD VK56VD holds 6.88 quarts with filter; SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56DE holds 6.88 quarts with filter; SV, Van Cargo, Eng CD VK56VD holds 6.88 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD?
Most 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD 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 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Nissan NV3500 HD. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.