1988 Porsche 924 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1988 Porsche 924 takes 5W-20 motor oil — 6.87 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 6.87 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 (-20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40/50 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.87 QTS. | — | — |
| Standard — 2.5L Eng | SAE 5W-20 (-20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40/50 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.87 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 924
1988 Porsche 924 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
8.2 quarts (7.76 L) — Phosphate-free antifreeze containing Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze recommended for aluminum engines and radiators
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1988 Porsche 924 take?
The 1988 Porsche 924 takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20 (-20Deg.F to 15Deg.F), 5W-30 (-20Deg.F to 30Deg.F),10W-30 (-10Deg.F to 70Deg.F), 10W-40/50 (-5Deg.F to 95Deg.F), 15W-40/50 (5Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 20W-50 (15Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1988 Porsche 924 take?
The 1988 Porsche 924 holds 6.87 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1988 Porsche 924?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1988 Porsche 924. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.