Nissan Altima · 2012–2025
Nissan Altima Factory Maintenance Schedule
The specification is consistent across every generation we hold data for.
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Has the Nissan Altima service schedule specification changed by year?
| Model years | First service | Intervals listed | Through |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–2025 | 5,000 mi | 5 | 105,000 mi |
| 2013–2018 | 5,000 mi | 5 | 105,000 mi |
| 2012–2012 | 5,000 mi | 5 | 105,000 mi |
Each row links to the full specification for that generation, including trim-by-trim breakdowns and the part numbers. Where engines within a generation differ, that page separates them.
Full specifications by generation
The service schedule on a Nissan Altima is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers.
2019–2025 Nissan Altima
L34 (6th generation) · Mid-size sedan (FWD; AWD available with 2.5L) · Service schedule
2013–2018 Nissan Altima
L33 (5th generation) · Mid-size sedan · Service schedule
2012 Nissan Altima
L32 (4th generation, final year) · Mid-size sedan (coupe continued separately through 2013) · Service schedule
Nissan Altima service schedule: common questions
How often does a Nissan Altima need servicing?
- The first scheduled visit is at 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first, and the pattern repeats from there.
What is due at 30,000 miles on a Nissan Altima?
- Replace engine air filter; Inspect drive belt, CVT fluid condition.
What is due at 60,000 miles on a Nissan Altima?
- Repeat 30,000-mile services; Inspect EVAP vapor lines, fuel lines.
Does severe service change the schedule for a Nissan Altima?
- Schedule 1 (5,000-mile oil changes) applies to most drivers; some dealer guides quote 7,500–10,000 mi for gentle highway use with synthetic. Most shops recommend an NS-3 CVT drain & fill every 30,000–60,000 mi even though Nissan lists it as inspect-only.
Sources
- Nissan USA Newsroom, 2019 Altima specifications (oil capacities, weights, fuel tank)
- AMSOIL product lookup, 2019 Altima 2.5L PR25DD (0W-20, 5.4 qt, drain plug 22–29 ft-lbs)
- NHTSA recall 25V-437, VC-Turbo engine bearings
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle, 2019 Nissan Altima (18V-922, 19V-235, 19V-316, 19V-654, 23V-628)
- Nissan parts, 16546-6CA0A engine air filter fitment (2019–2025 Altima)
- Nissan parts, 22401-6LD1C spark plug (2019–2025)
- TirePressure.org, 2019 Nissan Altima placard pressures
- fueleconomy.gov, 2019 Nissan Altima EPA ratings
- Cars.com, Nissan drops VC-Turbo from 2025 Altima
- Goodyear tire lookup, 2019 Altima OE sizes by trim
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