2012 Nissan Murano Oil Filter in Mesa, AZ

The filter holds debris carried by the oil and can load over time. Once the bypass valve opens, oil circulates without filtration, even though the engine continues receiving oil. The manufacturer's schedule and the vehicle's service history help determine service timing.

• Filter matched to the 3.5-liter V6 engine
• Drain plug gasket or washer renewed where applicable
• Filter seal checked for leaks after the engine runs

The filter is selected for the engine actually fitted in the Murano. After the service, the engine is run so the filter seal can be checked for leaks. The service uses the oil grade the manufacturer specifies for this engine.

• Filter matched to the engine's specification
• New drain plug gasket or washer where the engine uses one
• Leak check at the filter seal after running the engine

The engine does not necessarily stop receiving oil when this happens, which makes the issue easy to overlook. The concern is that debris captured by the filter can no longer be removed from circulating oil in the normal way. An oil-pressure warning or engine noise can warrant an inspection.

• Oil may continue flowing through the bypass valve
• Unfiltered oil can circulate through the engine
• Oil that darkens quickly may signal a need for service

Filters are not interchangeable across engines because oil-flow and fitment requirements differ. A correctly matched filter supports proper sealing and filtration for the engine actually installed in the vehicle. The appropriate filter is determined by the engine's specification, not simply by the vehicle's general appearance.

• Engine layout: V6
• Displacement: 3.5 liters or 3,498 cc
• Filter fitment matched to this engine

The filter collects debris as oil moves through the 3.5-liter V6 engine. If it becomes loaded, its bypass valve opens and the engine receives oil that is not being filtered. Whether additional service is needed can depend on an inspection, the manufacturer's schedule, and the vehicle's service history.

• Filter captures debris carried by engine oil
• Bypass operation allows oil flow but not normal filtration
• Filter replacement restores debris-capturing capacity

The service location is 2025 W Riverview Auto Dr, Mesa, AZ 85201. Mention that your vehicle is a 2012 Nissan Murano and request oil and filter service so the filter can be matched to its 3.5-liter V6 engine. You can also review current service specials before booking.

• Book through the online service scheduler
• Call 602-905-4731 for assistance
• Visit the Mesa service center at 2025 W Riverview Auto Dr