1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS Oil Type & Capacity
The 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS oil type depends on the engine: the 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Standard: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Standard — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Standard — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Automatic — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Standard — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Automatic — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Standard — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS take?
It depends on the engine: 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic uses 5W-20; 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard uses 5W-20; 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Automatic uses 5W-20; 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Standard uses 5W-20; 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic uses 5W-20; 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard uses 5W-20; 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Automatic uses 5W-20; 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Standard uses 5W-20; 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Automatic uses 5W-20; 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Standard uses 5W-20; 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Automatic uses 5W-20; 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Standard uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 2.2 D, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 2.2 E, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; 4D Sedan, 2.5 K, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS?
Most 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS 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 — Chrysler recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.