Pathfinder R51 · 2005–2010

Nissan Pathfinder 2.5 dCi Pathfinder R51 · 174 hp (2005 to 2010)

The Nissan Pathfinder 2.5 dCi of the Pathfinder R51 generation uses the YD25DDTi 2.5 diesel engine with 174 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel: Diesel
Power: 174 PS / 128 kW
Displacement: 2 488 cm³
Cylinders: 4
Engine code: YD25DDTi 2.5
Period covered: 2005–2010
Documented market: Europe

Transmission

Manual · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

174 hp (128 kW), all-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2005 to 2010.

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In the range

It is the entry-level diesel version of this generation. The YD25DDTi 2.5 engine is also fitted to: Nissan Murano (Murano Z51).

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Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 20,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

20 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ACEA C3/C4 / Renault RN0720 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

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Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Nissan Pathfinder 2.5 dCi Pathfinder R51?

The YD25DDTi 2.5 diesel engine (2 488 cc), 174 hp (128 kW).

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Which oil for the Nissan Pathfinder 2.5 dCi?

A API SN/SP / ACEA C3/C4 / Renault RN0720-approved oil suited to the YD25DDTi 2.5 engine.

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Documentary sources

[1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
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