1986 Acura Legend Oil Type & Capacity
The 1986 Acura Legend takes 5W-20 motor oil — 5.3 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 5.3 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic | API - SAE 5W-20 (-10Deg.F & Below), 5W-30 (32Deg.F & Below), 10W-30 (-5Deg.F to 90Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F and Above) | 5.30 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| Standard | API - SAE 5W-20 (-10Deg.F & Below), 5W-30 (32Deg.F & Below), 10W-30 (-5Deg.F to 90Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F and Above) | 5.30 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
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1986 Acura Legend factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.2 quarts (6.81 L) — 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1986 Acura Legend take?
The 1986 Acura Legend takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20 (-10Deg.F & Below), 5W-30 (32Deg.F & Below), 10W-30 (-5Deg.F to 90Deg.F), 10W-40 (-5Deg.F and Above)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1986 Acura Legend take?
The 1986 Acura Legend holds 5.3 quarts with a filter change, or 4.8 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 Acura Legend?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 Acura Legend. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.