1986 Jaguar XJ-S Oil Type & Capacity
The 1986 Jaguar XJ-S takes 5W-20 motor oil — 10.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 10.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Convertible — 5.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-4Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-50, 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (14Deg.F & Above). Use oil BLS.22.OL.07 or CCMC G3 or A.P.I. SE/SF | 10.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Coupe — 5.3L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-4Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-50, 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (14Deg.F & Above). Use oil BLS.22.OL.07 or CCMC G3 or A.P.I. SE/SF | 10.50 QTS. | — | — |
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1986 Jaguar XJ-S factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
21.0 quarts (19.87 L) — Including Reservoir. 55% Concentrate - Use: Jaguar Anti-freeze & Summer Coolant. If not available use phosphate-free antifreeze conforming to spec. BS 3150 or 3152. (Plain water MUST NOT be used)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1986 Jaguar XJ-S take?
The 1986 Jaguar XJ-S takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40 (-4Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-50, 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 (14Deg.F & Above). Use oil BLS.22.OL.07 or CCMC G3 or A.P.I. SE/SF), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1986 Jaguar XJ-S take?
The 1986 Jaguar XJ-S holds 10.5 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 Jaguar XJ-S?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 Jaguar XJ-S. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.