Nissan Maxima, A32 (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Nissan Maxima A32 (USA / CAN) automatic transmission fluid capacity is 9,4 liters. Service intervals include checking every 15000 miles or 12 months and changing every 30000 miles or 24 months. The data covers 4 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Maxima 3.0 (USA) (1995-1999)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Check 15000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: RE4F04A 4/1
Maxima 3.0 (USA) (1995-1999)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 9,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: RE4F04A 4/1
Maxima 3.0 (USA) (1995-1999)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Check 15000 miles/ 12 months
  • Code: RE4F04V 4/1
Maxima 3.0 (USA) (1995-1999)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 9,4 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 30000 miles/ 24 months
  • Code: RE4F04V 4/1

Additional Notes

  • The Nissan Maxima A32 (USA) automatic transaxle carries a service fill capacity of 9.4 liters across the full 1995-1999 model year span, which reflects a partial fluid exchange rather than a complete drain of the entire system volume.
  • A service fill figure, as opposed to a total or overhaul capacity, accounts only for the fluid recovered during a standard drain procedure, since a portion of the ATF remains trapped in the torque converter and valve body during routine servicing.
  • Under normal use conditions, the specified interval for the automatic transaxle is a fluid level check at 15,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, rather than a full fluid change.
  • Under severe use conditions, the interval shifts to a full fluid change at 30,000 miles or 24 months, reflecting the greater thermal and mechanical stress placed on the ATF in demanding operating environments.
  • The 9.4-liter service fill capacity remains constant regardless of whether the vehicle is operated under normal or severe conditions, meaning the use condition affects only the interval type and frequency, not the volume of fluid involved in the service.

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