Plymouth Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Engine Oil: Specifications

Gasoline engine......................................................................................................................................................................................................SE, SF, SG

Diesel engine.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................CD

CAPACITY, Refill:                                           
1.4-liter engine...................................................................................................................................................................................3.0 Liters     3.1 Quarts

1.6-liter engine....................................................................................................................................................................................3.5 Liters    3.7 Quarts

2.0, 2.6-liter engine............................................................................................................................................................................3.8 Liters     4.0 Quarts

2.0-liter engine....................................................................................................................................................................................3.5 Liters    3.7 Quarts

Capacity shown is without filter.  When replacing filter, additional oil may be needed.
1981

Above 32°F (°C)............................................................................................................................................................................20W-20, 20W-40, 20W-50
Above -10°F (-23°C)......................................................................................................................................................................10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50
Below 32°F (0°C)..........................................................................................................................................................................................................5W-40
Below 10°F (-12°C).............................................................................................................................................................................5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40
1982-84

Above 32°F (0°C)..........................................................................................................................................................................20W-20, 20W-40, 20W-50
Above -10°F (-23°C)......................................................................................................................................................................10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50
Below 60°F (16°C)............................................................................................................................................................................5W-20*, 5W-30, 5W-40
*Not recommended for sustained high-speed driving