Oil Issue
Posted: Sun Dec 29, 2019 1:13 pm
Hi guys, I’m having a bit of an issue with the oil and, it’s probably me lacking a bit of knowledge on this, I could do with some pointers!
I have a 2016 Qashqai (2wd, petrol), I took a reading of the oil yesterday and noticed it was below the low marker on the stick. I then read in the manual you should take the reading after the engine has warmed up a bit, so after driving for 20-30 mins this morning, gave it 15 mins for oil to settle, I tried to take another reading. Only this time I really struggled to see any oil on the marker - oil is on the stick but I can’t get a reading that I can make out.
So anyway, I’m looking at getting some more oil and have checked the service invoice (it went to a garage that used genuine Nissan parts) and the engine oil product code is ‘NKE90099943GB’, a quick google and this comes up as Nissan oil for diesel engines (5W30). I believe the Nissan recommended oil for my car is 5W40 A3/B4. Would this have a detrimental effect? The service was done in April and I’ve not had any problems during that time.
When the service was done the oil filter was also replaced, so I’m guessing that they did a complete drain and refill of the oil. Am I better to get the same oil again, despite being listed as for diesel engines or should I top it up with the recommended oil instead?
I’m doing a big 300 mile trip in a couple of days so need to get it topped up before then ideally. Unfortunately the garage the service was done at doesn’t open until 6th January, so I can’t check it with them - though I have no reason to doubt the paperwork.
Appreciate any advice!
I have a 2016 Qashqai (2wd, petrol), I took a reading of the oil yesterday and noticed it was below the low marker on the stick. I then read in the manual you should take the reading after the engine has warmed up a bit, so after driving for 20-30 mins this morning, gave it 15 mins for oil to settle, I tried to take another reading. Only this time I really struggled to see any oil on the marker - oil is on the stick but I can’t get a reading that I can make out.
So anyway, I’m looking at getting some more oil and have checked the service invoice (it went to a garage that used genuine Nissan parts) and the engine oil product code is ‘NKE90099943GB’, a quick google and this comes up as Nissan oil for diesel engines (5W30). I believe the Nissan recommended oil for my car is 5W40 A3/B4. Would this have a detrimental effect? The service was done in April and I’ve not had any problems during that time.
When the service was done the oil filter was also replaced, so I’m guessing that they did a complete drain and refill of the oil. Am I better to get the same oil again, despite being listed as for diesel engines or should I top it up with the recommended oil instead?
I’m doing a big 300 mile trip in a couple of days so need to get it topped up before then ideally. Unfortunately the garage the service was done at doesn’t open until 6th January, so I can’t check it with them - though I have no reason to doubt the paperwork.
Appreciate any advice!