1986 Plymouth Voyager Oil Type & Capacity

The 1986 Plymouth Voyager oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2.2 C, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2.2 C, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2.6 G takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 2.2 C, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 2.2 C, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the LE, 2.6 G takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 2.2 C, Automatic takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 2.2 C, Standard takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the SE, 2.6 G takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

It depends on the engine:

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Base, 2.2 C, Automatic — 2.2L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
Base, 2.2 C, Standard — 2.2L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
Base, 2.6 G — 2.6L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F), Mitsubishi Engine4.50 QTS.
LE, 2.2 C, Automatic — 2.2L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 2.2 C, Standard — 2.2L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
LE, 2.6 G — 2.6L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F), Mitsubishi Engine4.50 QTS.
SE, 2.2 C, Automatic — 2.2L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
SE, 2.2 C, Standard — 2.2L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.
SE, 2.6 G — 2.6L EngSAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg. F), 20W-20 (20Deg.F to 80Deg. F), 20W-40/50/30 (Above 20Deg.F), Mitsubishi Engine4.50 QTS.
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Coolant capacity

8.5 quarts (8.04 L) — These Capacities Include One Pint for the Coolant Reserve Tank.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 1986 Plymouth Voyager take?

It depends on the engine: Base, 2.2 C, Automatic uses 5W-30; Base, 2.2 C, Standard uses 5W-30; Base, 2.6 G uses 5W-30; LE, 2.2 C, Automatic uses 5W-30; LE, 2.2 C, Standard uses 5W-30; LE, 2.6 G uses 5W-30; SE, 2.2 C, Automatic uses 5W-30; SE, 2.2 C, Standard uses 5W-30; SE, 2.6 G uses 5W-30.

What is the oil capacity of a 1986 Plymouth Voyager?

Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2.2 C, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2.2 C, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2.6 G holds 5.0 quarts with filter; LE, 2.2 C, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LE, 2.2 C, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LE, 2.6 G holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, 2.2 C, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; SE, 2.2 C, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; SE, 2.6 G holds 5.0 quarts with filter.

How often should I change the oil in my 1986 Plymouth Voyager?

Most 1986 Plymouth Voyager 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 — Plymouth recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 1986 Plymouth Voyager?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1986 Plymouth Voyager. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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