1983 Volvo 242 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1983 Volvo 242 takes 10W-30 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL, Automatic — 2.3L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands. | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| DL, Standard — 2.3L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands. | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| GLT, Automatic — 2.1L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands. | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
| GLT, Standard — 2.1L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands. | 4.00 QTS. | 3.50 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 242
1983 Volvo 242 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.7 quarts (9.17 L) — VOLVO Coolant Type C
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1983 Volvo 242 take?
The 1983 Volvo 242 takes 10W-30 motor oil (SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands.), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1983 Volvo 242 take?
The 1983 Volvo 242 holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change, or 3.5 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1983 Volvo 242?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1983 Volvo 242. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.