2016–2023 Infiniti Q50 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2016–2023 Infiniti Q50 with the VR30DDTT 3.0T V6 engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Infiniti 3.0L Twin Turbo — Q50/Q60 2016+
2016–2023 Q50 · 2017–2023 Q60 · 2019–2023 Qx50
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✅ The Infiniti VR30 twin turbo is a great DIY oil change. Spin-on filter with easy access. Quality full synthetic only for this performance engine.
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Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic
Capacity
5.6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Nissan #15208-65F0E | Fram PH7317
Engine Code
VR30DDTT 3.0T V6
Tools You'll Need
- 14mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Nissan #11026-01M02)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 14mm | Torque: 25 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Nissan #11026-01M02 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine, driver side |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Settings → Maintenance → Oil Change → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 5.6 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain easily.
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