1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis Oil Type & Capacity
The 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis takes 5W-20 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D250, 5.9 1, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 1, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 W, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 W, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 1, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 1, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 W, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 W, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 1, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 1, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 W, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 W, Standard | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Cab & Chassis
1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
15.5 quarts (14.66 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 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis take?
The 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis 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 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis take?
The 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change, or 5.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1985 Dodge Cab & Chassis. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.