1983 Plymouth Gran Fury Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-30 (5.0 quarts)

The 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-305.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
3.7 H, A904API - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
3.7 H, A904-HDAPI - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
3.7 J, A904API - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
3.7 J, A904-HDAPI - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
5.2 P, A727API - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
5.2 P, A904-LAAPI - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
5.2 S, A727API - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
5.2 S, A904-LAAPI - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)5.00 QTS.4.00 QTS.
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Coolant capacity

12.5 quarts (11.82 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury take?

The 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.

What is the oil capacity of a 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury?

The 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury oil capacity is 5.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.

How often should I change the oil in my 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury?

Most 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Plymouth recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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