1986 Chevrolet Chevette Oil Type & Capacity
The 1986 Chevrolet Chevette oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Hatchback, 1.8 D takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 1.8 D takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Hatchback, 1.8 D: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 1.8 D: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Hatchback, 1.8 D — 1.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | — | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 — 1.6L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 1.8 D — 1.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | — | 5.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Chevette
1986 Chevrolet Chevette factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.25 quarts (8.75 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water. GM Specification 1825-M.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1986 Chevrolet Chevette take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic uses 5W-30; 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 uses 5W-30; 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 uses 5W-30; 2D Hatchback, 1.8 D uses 5W-30; 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic uses 5W-30; 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 uses 5W-30; 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 uses 5W-30; 4D Hatchback, 1.8 D uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1986 Chevrolet Chevette take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 2D Hatchback, 1.8 D holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MB4 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 1.6 C, Standard, MY1 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 1.8 D holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 Chevrolet Chevette?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 Chevrolet Chevette. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.