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NISSAN Versa Note
E12 / 2014-2017 / Hatchback / 5-door hatchback
North America / Japan / Selected global marketsNorth America, Mexico, some Latin American markets (Global variations exist but primarily this region for 2017)Coverage: expanded
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2014 NISSAN Versa Note HR16DE (E12)
E12 / HR16DE / 1.6L DOHC inline-4, naturally aspirated, aluminum block and head, multi-point fuel injection
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30 (API SN or later)Oil capacity: Approximately 4.2 liters service-fill with filter changeRelated: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
2017 NISSAN Versa Note HR16DE (E12)
E12 / HR16DE / 1.6L Inline-4 petrol engine (HR16DE), DOHC, MPI fuel system
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Oil type: SAE 5W-30, API SN or higherOil capacity: 3.9 liters (including oil filter), service fill with oil filter change recommendedRelated: HR16DE, E12 chassis
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | technical-profile | HR16DE | 1598 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2017 | technical-profile | HR16DE | 1598 cc | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | HR16DE | SAE 5W-30 (API SN or later) | Approximately 4.2 liters service-fill with filter change | Dexron III/Mercon for automatic; manual uses Nissan MTF or equivalent |
| 2017 | HR16DE | SAE 5W-30, API SN or higher | 3.9 liters (including oil filter), service fill with oil filter change recommended | NS-3 CVT fluid for CVT models |
Technical specifications
- Engines: HR16DE
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic (North America) or CVT (some global markets), Dexron III/Mercon for automatic; manual uses Nissan MTF or equivalent, Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), NS-3 CVT fluid for CVT models
- Tire sizes: 185/60R15, 185/55R16
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 (API SN or later) / SAE 5W-30, API SN or higher
- Transmission fluid: Dexron III/Mercon for automatic; manual uses Nissan MTF or equivalent / NS-3 CVT fluid for CVT models
- Coolant: Estimated 6 liters (varies by exact market configuration) / 6.3 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4
Known problems
- Timing chain tensioner noise in early models
- Interior material wear in high mileage vehicles
- CVT transmission complaints under high load
- Throttle body carbon buildup causing idle fluctuation