1987 Jeep Pickup Oil Type & Capacity
The 1987 Jeep Pickup oil type depends on the engine: the J10, 4.2 C, Automatic takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the J10, 4.2 C, Standard takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the J10, 5.9 N takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the J20 takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- J10, 4.2 C, Automatic: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- J10, 4.2 C, Standard: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- J10, 5.9 N: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- J20: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J10, 4.2 C, Automatic — J10 | API - SF, SAE 5W-30 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Above 0Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Above 30Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| J10, 4.2 C, Standard — J10 | API - SF, SAE 5W-30 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Above 0Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Above 30Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| J10, 5.9 N — J10 | API - SF, SAE 5W-30 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Above 0Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Above 30Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| J20 — J20 | API - SF, SAE 5W-30 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30 or 10W-40 (Above 0Deg.F), 20W-40 or 20W-50 (Above 30Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Pickup
1987 Jeep Pickup factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
12.5 quarts (11.82 L) — 50/50 mixture of AMC/JEEP/RENAULT All Season Coolant, Prestone II or brand w/ALUGARD 340-2 and distilled water. Includes: 1 qt. in the engine coolant recovery tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1987 Jeep Pickup take?
It depends on the engine: J10, 4.2 C, Automatic uses 5W-30; J10, 4.2 C, Standard uses 5W-30; J10, 5.9 N uses 5W-30; J20 uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1987 Jeep Pickup take?
Capacity depends on the engine: J10, 4.2 C, Automatic holds 7.0 quarts with filter; J10, 4.2 C, Standard holds 7.0 quarts with filter; J10, 5.9 N holds 7.0 quarts with filter; J20 holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1987 Jeep Pickup?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1987 Jeep Pickup. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.