2015 Nissan Versa S | Oil Reccomendations

[Branson304]

Originally Posted By: AZjeff
Originally Posted By: wemay
If you are sticking with an OCI of 3750, PYB would work just fine, as would any dino with SN/GF-5 certifications. I would stick with the factory filter dimensions if concerned with warranty coverage and hassles should any unforeseen issue pop up.


Can anyone cite an actual instance where it is documented that some sort of engine warranty work was denied because a larger than OEM oil filter was in use, or is it regurgitated urban legend?


Or you could just use the right d*mn filter and not worry about it.

 

[Branson304]

Pennzoil Yellow Bottle every 3,750 is a good start. No need to change the factory fill until 3,750 FYI. While your car is under warranty, I would just stick with the factory recommended PYB & the recommended OCI.

 

[GenaFishbeck]

Originally Posted By: DNVDMAX
If you need someone to test your synthetics in extreme cold conditions, let me know. Winter is right around the corner and I have about 800 mi left on my current oil change.


Hey DNVDMAX - Please send us a private message with your contact information and the year, make and model of the vehicle you plan to test the oil in. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

 

[racin4ds]

ARCO- I think you are referring to me. I had a 2013 Versa with the POS Renault HR16 engine, it began knocking and the entire short block was replaced at 7500 miles only to have it occur again at 21000 miles so we traded that jewel off! Never again will I own a new "Mexican" made Nissan with anything to do with Renault!

Best of luck OP, Hopefully oil choice is the least of your worries.

 

[GenaFishbeck]

Originally Posted By: GenaFishbeck
Originally Posted By: DNVDMAX
If you need someone to test your synthetics in extreme cold conditions, let me know. Winter is right around the corner and I have about 800 mi left on my current oil change.


Hey DNVDMAX - Please send us a private message with your contact information and the year, make and model of the vehicle you plan to test the oil in. Looking forward to hearing from you soon!


Hey DNVDMAX - Just wanted to follow up with you and see if you are still interested in participating in our UOA program. Please send us a private message if you are. Thanks! - The Pennzoil Team

 

[MrJhynx]

Originally Posted By: DEEPfrom1
I have been searching the forums regarding the 1.6L Versa, not a lot of information out there.

From what I have gathered, PYB seems to be to the go to for this car. Along with the factory recommended OIC of 3750. I will be avoiding the dealer oil changes, as I do not want an OEM Nissan filter, and would rather have the piece of mind of doing it myself.

A few questions:

1. Does anyone recommend dumping the FF before 3750 miles?

2. Does anyone recommend using an oversize filter for this car, to possibly help the small oil capacity?

3. Should I be switching this car to Synthetic, or just sticking with the Dino 5w30 during the factory warranty?

4. Lastly, what other brand oils should I be looking at besides PYB?


Thanks everyone, I always enjoy reading the BITOG forums!




For my 2015 Versa I use Valvoline Synpower 5w30 with a Fram XG6607 @5k oci 3-3/4 qts with filter

 

[camrydriver111]

Originally Posted By: ARCOgraphite
Originally Posted By: DEEPfrom1
Originally Posted By: Merkava_4
Originally Posted By: Garak
He could make it very easy and do it at 3,000 miles, which is a bit shorter, of course, but easier on remembering from the odometer, and well within the capabilities of any SN/GF-5 5w-30.

I had 3000 miles written in the post before I hit the Submit button, but I changed it to 3750 because I was afraid of catching massive amounts of flack over it. So in essence, I was thinking 3750 was more BITOG friendly than 3000 would be. But just between me and the horse in the barn, I'd go 3000 if it were my 3.7 quart capacity Nissan.

Is this mainly due to the fact it is a Nissan with a small sump? The Honda Fit with the 3.25 sump, doesn't seem to catch any flak. Or is this a general thought regarding small capacity engines?
Not undersized given the engine size, Its a 1.6L engine with one bank of DOHC cams. So why doesn't a 3.4L GM engine get flack for having a MUCH MORE UNDERSIZED SUMP for double the engine capacity. Comparatively, Its like your 1.6 has a 7 litre sump if it was a midsized V6!


So true! What do people expect? 5 or 6 L capacity for a 1.6 L?