2012 NISSAN Altima QR25DE/VQ35DE (L32)
L32 / Sedan / Coupe / Global, variations primarily USA, Canada, Asia, Middle East
QR25DEVQ35DEMR20DE (select markets)Fiche exacte année/versionSilver
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- CVT transmission belt wear in high mileage units
- Oil consumption reported in some QR25DE engines
First checks
- Verify transmission fluid condition on CVT models
- Inspect timing chain noise or wear on higher mileage engines
Avant de remplacer des pièces
- Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
- Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
- Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.
Important notes
- Engine availability and features vary by market: USA and Canada mainly QR25DE and VQ35DE, Asia and Middle East may have MR20DE 2.0L 4-cylinder versions.
- Oil capacity listed includes filter change; verify exact capacity per engine type.