Probably needs a new valve cover gasket.
It needs a new engine... :(
if my oil pump went on my 01 altima is it worth fixin or do you think the engine is shot
needle and seat leaking by
On the back side of the engine, crawl under the car with it and take a look!
To reset the oil change light on a 2001 Nissan Altima, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position without starting the engine. Press the gas pedal three times within five seconds. Then, turn the ignition off and start the engine; the oil change light should be reset.
It depends on why it is leaking.
10W40
Look at the oil on the dipstick. If you have antifreeze leaking into the crankcase the oil will be milky.
leaking rings
Excessive crank case blow by caused by worn piston rings
your main oil seal on the rear of engine is leaking or the timing cover seal is leaking,
should be the same as 2000 Altima, look directly behind and below the alternator and you'll see a ring (normally yellow) sticking out of a tube mounted on the engine. pull ring and out pops your dipstick.