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Recommended 2006 Nissan Frontier Engine Oil Capacity & Type

Nissan / VQ / DE series / VQ40DE
Displacement - 4.0L V-6
Power - 270 hp
Torque - 285 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 5.4 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 29 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 10.8 quarts
Nissan / QR / QR25 / QR25DE
Displacement - 2.5L I-4
Power - 175 hp
Torque - 180 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 5.2 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 28 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 9.9 quarts

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- Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles

- Engineered for use with conventional or synthetic motor oil. Silicone anti-drain back valve helps ensure safe engine start up

- A special blend of fibers and resin creates a proprietary filter media that captures 95% of dirt particles that can cause harmful engine wear

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- ★ Quality Material: The magnetic oil drain plug is made of high quality strong stainless steel aluminum and strong magnet, reusable oil drain plug for daily maintenance and oil change. Package contain...

- ★ Super Magnetic: The magnetic oil drain plug is designed simply to ensure better engine performance by keeping metal debris away. It uses the most powerful neodymium magnets to protect your engine fr...

- ★ Engine Protection: This magnetic drain plug is specially constructed to counteract the effects of crankcase pressure and gravity, and will add safety to your engine. It attracts fine iron particles,...

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- EASY INSTALLATION: Engine oil filter comes with Suregrip non-slip surface making it easy to remove and implement your filter without slippery mess ups. Perfect for the DIYer like yourself, just screw...

- DURABLE DUAL LAYER: Compare to standard oil filters, FRAM Ultra Synthetic provides 99%+ filtration efficiency with pleated media that entraps all kinds of dirt and exhaust for a cleaner output.

- SUPERIOR ENGINE PROTECTION: FRAM car oil filter is composed of a slick silicone anti-drainback valve, delivering superior start-up engine protection with up to 3X the hot oil resistance. Keep your fil...

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- EFFICIENCY: Tough Guard provides 99% filtration efficiency and ideal protection for drivers who push their vehicles to the extreme.

- ENGINE PROTECTION: Synthetic fiber/cellulose blend increases dirt-trapping and dirt-holding capacity for higher levels of engine protection and longer filter life. Synthetic blend media provides 99% d...

- TEMPERATURE RESISTENCE: For heavy-duty towing and hauling, stop-and-go traffic, or extreme weather, Tough Guard is engineered to handle demanding conditions. Engineered for either conventional or synt...

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- EASY INSTALLATION: Engine oil filter comes with Suregrip non-slip surface making it easy to remove and implement your filter without slippery mess ups. Perfect for the DIYer like yourself, just screw...

- DURABLE DUAL LAYER: Compare to standard oil filters, FRAM Ultra Synthetic provides 99%+ filtration efficiency with pleated media that entraps all kinds of dirt and exhaust for a cleaner output.

- SUPERIOR ENGINE PROTECTION: FRAM car oil filter is composed of a slick silicone anti-drainback valve, delivering superior start-up engine protection with up to 3X the hot oil resistance. Keep your fil...

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- Has synthetic, wired backed media

- Great for use with fully synthetic motor oils for harsh driving conditions

- WIX 57356XP WIX XP Spin-On Lube Filter

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- Exclusive FILTECH media technology screens out more harmful particles and dirt, preventing premature wear and engine failure

- OE fit ensured through strong steel base plates and housings that prevent warpage, leaks and poor fit

- Silicone anti-drain back valve ensures engine receives a supply of clean oil when the vehicle is started

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Changing oil is an important maintenance task for any Nissan Frontier vehicle. Oil lubricates and cools the engine, increasing performance and extending its life. The 2006 Nissan Frontier oil capacity depends on the specific engine.

However, finding the right oil capacity is only one step of the process. Also pay attention to the recommended oil viscosity and type for your 2006 Nissan Frontier as well as the torque required for the oil drain plug.

Browse the charts to determine how much oil your 2006 Nissan Frontier takes and check other oil related specifications.