1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van Oil Type & Capacity
The 1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van takes 5W-20 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2.2 C, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.2 C, Standard, A460 — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.2 C, Standard, A465 — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.2 C, Standard, A525 — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2.6 G — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Royal, 2.2 C, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Royal, 2.2 C, Standard, A465 — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Royal, 2.2 C, Standard, A525 — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Royal, 2.6 G — 2.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | — | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van 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 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 Mini Ram Van take?
The 1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van take?
The 1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1984 Dodge Mini Ram Van. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.