1987 Sterling 825 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1987 Sterling 825 oil type depends on the engine: the S, 2.5 A takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.5 B takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.5 C takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.5 D takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the SL, 2.5 A takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the SL, 2.5 B takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the SL, 2.5 C takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the SL, 2.5 D takes (4.8 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- S, 2.5 A: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- S, 2.5 B: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- S, 2.5 C: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- S, 2.5 D: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- SL, 2.5 A: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- SL, 2.5 B: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- SL, 2.5 C: , 4.8 quarts with filter
- SL, 2.5 D: , 4.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S, 2.5 A — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| S, 2.5 B — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| S, 2.5 C — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| S, 2.5 D — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| SL, 2.5 A — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| SL, 2.5 B — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| SL, 2.5 C — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — | |
| SL, 2.5 D — 2.5L Eng | 4.80 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
9.8 quarts (9.27 L)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1987 Sterling 825 take?
It depends on the engine: S, 2.5 A uses ; S, 2.5 B uses ; S, 2.5 C uses ; S, 2.5 D uses ; SL, 2.5 A uses ; SL, 2.5 B uses ; SL, 2.5 C uses ; SL, 2.5 D uses .
What is the oil capacity of a 1987 Sterling 825?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: S, 2.5 A holds 4.8 quarts with filter; S, 2.5 B holds 4.8 quarts with filter; S, 2.5 C holds 4.8 quarts with filter; S, 2.5 D holds 4.8 quarts with filter; SL, 2.5 A holds 4.8 quarts with filter; SL, 2.5 B holds 4.8 quarts with filter; SL, 2.5 C holds 4.8 quarts with filter; SL, 2.5 D holds 4.8 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1987 Sterling 825?
Most 1987 Sterling 825 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 — Sterling recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1987 Sterling 825?
Yes. The factory-specified viscosity is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1987 Sterling 825. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.