1986 GMC Caballero Oil Type & Capacity
The 1986 GMC Caballero takes 10W-30 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 4.3 Z, 200-4R/MW9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Base, 4.3 Z, 200C/MV9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Base, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Base, 5.0 H, 200-4R/MW9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Base, 5.0 H, 200C/MV9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Base, 5.0 H, 700R4/MD8 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Diablo, 4.3 Z, 200-4R/MW9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Diablo, 4.3 Z, 200C/MV9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Diablo, 4.3 Z, 700R4/MD8 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Diablo, 5.0 H, 200-4R/MW9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Diablo, 5.0 H, 200C/MV9 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
| Diablo, 5.0 H, 700R4/MD8 | SAE 10W-30 | 4.00 QTS. | — | API - SF/CC Energy Conserving. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Caballero
1986 GMC Caballero factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.2 quarts (12.49 L) — 56/44 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water. GM Specification 1825-M.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1986 GMC Caballero take?
The 1986 GMC Caballero takes 10W-30 motor oil (SAE 10W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1986 GMC Caballero take?
The 1986 GMC Caballero holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 GMC Caballero?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 GMC Caballero. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.