1984 Dodge Colt Oil Type & Capacity
The 1984 Dodge Colt oil type depends on the engine: the DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.4 A takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 B takes 5W-20 (4.2 quarts qt with filter); the DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 F takes 5W-20 (4.2 quarts qt with filter); the DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B takes 5W-20 (4.2 quarts qt with filter); the E, 2D Hatchback takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the E, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A takes 5W-20 (3.7 quarts qt with filter); the E, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B takes 5W-20 (4.2 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.4 A: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 B: 5W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 F: 5W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B: 5W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
- E, 2D Hatchback: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- E, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A: 5W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter
- E, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B: 5W-20, 4.2 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.4 A — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 B — 1.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.20 QTS. | — | — |
| DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 F — 1.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.20 QTS. | — | — |
| DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B — 1.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.20 QTS. | — | — |
| E, 2D Hatchback — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| E, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A — 1.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| E, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B — 1.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.20 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
6.7 quarts (6.34 L) — 50/50 mixture of water and Ethylene-Glycol Base Antifreeze, such as MOPAR, PRESTON II, PEAK, or antifreeze containing the Alugard 340-2 inhibitor system.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1984 Dodge Colt take?
It depends on the engine: DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.4 A uses 5W-20; DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 B uses 5W-20; DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 F uses 5W-20; DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A uses 5W-20; DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B uses 5W-20; E, 2D Hatchback uses 5W-20; E, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A uses 5W-20; E, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 1984 Dodge Colt?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.4 A holds 3.7 quarts with filter; DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 B holds 4.2 quarts with filter; DL, 2D Hatchback, 1.6 F holds 4.2 quarts with filter; DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A holds 3.7 quarts with filter; DL, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B holds 4.2 quarts with filter; E, 2D Hatchback holds 3.7 quarts with filter; E, 4D Hatchback, 1.4 A holds 3.7 quarts with filter; E, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 B holds 4.2 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1984 Dodge Colt?
Most 1984 Dodge Colt 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 — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1984 Dodge Colt?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1984 Dodge Colt. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.