Originally Posted by davidyan

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Well I decided to ask Nissan the question only to get the standard evasive answer... (pasted below).

Based on that, going forward, I will probably use the weights recommended in the 2010 manual. I don't think it would make much of a difference but decided to ask.



File #6692280

Dear Mr. David Yan,

Thank you for contacting Nissan North America, Inc. regarding your concern with the differential gear oil. We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may have caused you.

Please be advised that according your vehicles owner’s manual the differential gear oil for your vehicle is genuine Nissan Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 viscosity SAE 80W-90*5. This information can be found on page 9-2 of your owner’s manual. We can only recommend what has been advised in the owner’s manual.

Nissan relies on its authorized dealers to provide technical support to our valued customers. Please contact or visit your local Nissan dealer, as they are in the best position to address your vehicle concerns.

File #6692280 has been created to document your inquiry. If you have any further questions or comments, feel free to call Nissan Consumer Affairs at 1 800 647 7261 and reference your file number.

Thank you again for contacting us and allowing us the opportunity to be of assistance.

Sincerely,

Nissan North America, Inc.



Nicole Myers
Consumer Relations Representative
Nissan Consumer Affairs