1984 Chrysler New Yorker Oil Type & Capacity
The 1984 Chrysler New Yorker oil type depends on the engine: the 2.2 D takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2.2 E takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2.6 G takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.2 D: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2.2 E: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2.6 G: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 D — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.2 E — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.6 G — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
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1984 Chrysler New Yorker factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.0 quarts (8.51 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1984 Chrysler New Yorker take?
It depends on the engine: 2.2 D uses 5W-20; 2.2 E uses 5W-20; 2.6 G uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 1984 Chrysler New Yorker take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.2 D holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2.2 E holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2.6 G holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1984 Chrysler New Yorker?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1984 Chrysler New Yorker. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.