I was out giving the MO her once over on Thursday and noticed that the oil level was down to about 1/2 way on the dip stick. So I called the dealer to ask what was up and why would a brand new vechicle (2700 kms, 1700 miles) be so low on oil.
He said
"because of the pressure that builds through the engine (which supposedly is excessive in the 3.5 because of the high performance) , all Muranos will only be filled up with 4 ltrs (4.2 quarts) of oil no matter where is goes on the dip stick".
I asked him if that was the case in all 3.5's as we have an 03 3.5SE Altima as well. He said it was and sure enough, I went home and checked. It was at the half way mark as well.
I am not a mechanic but it sems strange to me?
Anyone else notice this?
He said
"because of the pressure that builds through the engine (which supposedly is excessive in the 3.5 because of the high performance) , all Muranos will only be filled up with 4 ltrs (4.2 quarts) of oil no matter where is goes on the dip stick".
I asked him if that was the case in all 3.5's as we have an 03 3.5SE Altima as well. He said it was and sure enough, I went home and checked. It was at the half way mark as well.
I am not a mechanic but it sems strange to me?
Anyone else notice this?
Maybe make a dipstick that would be at the fill mark when the level is correct.
