1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Oil Type & Capacity
The 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser oil type depends on the engine: the Brougham, 2.5 R takes 5W-30 (3.0 quarts qt with filter); the Brougham, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Brougham, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Brougham, 3.8 3 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 2.5 R takes 5W-30 (3.0 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 3.8 3 takes 5W-30 (4.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Brougham, 2.5 R: 5W-30, 3.0 quarts with filter
- Brougham, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Brougham, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Brougham, 3.8 3: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- LS, 2.5 R: 5W-30, 3.0 quarts with filter
- LS, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- LS, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
- LS, 3.8 3: 5W-30, 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brougham, 2.5 R — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Brougham, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 — 2.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Brougham, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 — 2.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Brougham, 3.8 3 — 3.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 ((Preferred) 0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LS, 2.5 R — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 3.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LS, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 — 2.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LS, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 — 2.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LS, 3.8 3 — 3.8L Eng | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30 ((Preferred) 0Deg.F to over 100Deg.F), 30 (40Deg.F to over 100Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
9.5 quarts (8.99 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water. GM Specification 1825-M.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser take?
It depends on the engine: Brougham, 2.5 R uses 5W-30; Brougham, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 uses 5W-30; Brougham, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 uses 5W-30; Brougham, 3.8 3 uses 5W-30; LS, 2.5 R uses 5W-30; LS, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 uses 5W-30; LS, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 uses 5W-30; LS, 3.8 3 uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Brougham, 2.5 R holds 3.0 quarts with filter; Brougham, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Brougham, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Brougham, 3.8 3 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LS, 2.5 R holds 3.0 quarts with filter; LS, 2.8 W, 125C/MD9 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LS, 2.8 W, 440T4/ME9 holds 4.0 quarts with filter; LS, 3.8 3 holds 4.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser?
Most 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser 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 — Oldsmobile recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.