Brent:

Thanks. I appreciate your answer. The head mechanic there is a really nice guy. He even gave me a coupon for a free oil change when I came back to question the oil amount. He took it up on the lift and showed me the oil filter and walked me through what they did. He also confirmed with Nissan how much to use. It surprises me that the dealership told him 4.8 when everyone here is in complete agreement (as is the manual) with the 3.5 range ( Ithink it says 3.75 when hot?).

I'd be curious to hear from a Nissan Mechanic--as I know there is at least one who posts here.

Thanks again,

Lee