2012 Nissan Altima Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Nissan Altima model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Nissan Altima built from 2012 through 2012 — the L32 (4th generation, final year), mid-size sedan (coupe continued separately through 2013). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012 Nissan Altima

• 2012Final year of the L32 sedan (2007–2012 design); the all-new L33 replaced it for 2013. The two-door Altima coupe continued on this platform through 2013.

What transmission fluid does a 2012 Nissan Altima take?

Nissan NS-2 CVT fluid ONLY (RE0F10A on 2.5, RE0F09B on 3.5). Drain & fill takes ~3.5–4 qt. NS-3 is for 2013+ CVTs. Do not mix generations of fluid.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012 Nissan Altima use?

Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (green, or blue 999MP-L25500P pre-mixed as service fill); ~8 qt (2.5L). First change 105k mi/84 months, then every 75k mi/60 months..

What brake fluid does a 2012 Nissan Altima take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.