1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis Oil Type & Capacity
The 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis oil type depends on the engine: the D250, 5.9 5, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D250, 5.9 5, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D250, 5.9 8, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D250, 5.9 8, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D250, 5.9 Z, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D250, 5.9 Z, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D350, 5.9 5, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D350, 5.9 5, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D350, 5.9 8, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D350, 5.9 8, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D350, 5.9 Z, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the D350, 5.9 Z, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Dakota, Automatic takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the Dakota, Standard takes 5W-20 (4.0 quarts qt with filter); the W250, 5.9 5, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W250, 5.9 5, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W250, 5.9 8, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W250, 5.9 8, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W250, 5.9 Z, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W250, 5.9 Z, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W350, 5.9 5, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W350, 5.9 5, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W350, 5.9 8, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W350, 5.9 8, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W350, 5.9 Z, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the W350, 5.9 Z, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- D250, 5.9 5, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D250, 5.9 5, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D250, 5.9 8, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D250, 5.9 8, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D250, 5.9 Z, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D250, 5.9 Z, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D350, 5.9 5, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D350, 5.9 5, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D350, 5.9 8, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D350, 5.9 8, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D350, 5.9 Z, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- D350, 5.9 Z, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Dakota, Automatic: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- Dakota, Standard: 5W-20, 4.0 quarts with filter
- W250, 5.9 5, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W250, 5.9 5, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W250, 5.9 8, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W250, 5.9 8, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W250, 5.9 Z, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W250, 5.9 Z, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W350, 5.9 5, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W350, 5.9 5, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W350, 5.9 8, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W350, 5.9 8, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W350, 5.9 Z, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- W350, 5.9 Z, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D250, 5.9 5, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 5, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 8, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 8, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 Z, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D250, 5.9 Z, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 5, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 5, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 8, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 8, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 Z, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| D350, 5.9 Z, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Dakota, Automatic — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| Dakota, Standard — 3.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| W250, 5.9 5, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W250, 5.9 5, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W250, 5.9 8, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W250, 5.9 8, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W250, 5.9 Z, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W250, 5.9 Z, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 5, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 5, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 8, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 8, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 Z, Automatic — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| W350, 5.9 Z, Standard — 5.9L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50/20 (Above 32Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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Coolant capacity
15.5 quarts (14.66 L) — 50/50 mixture of water and Ethylene-Glycol Base Antifreeze, such as MOPAR, PRESTON II, PEAK, or antifreeze containing the Alugard 340-2 inhibitor system.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis take?
It depends on the engine: D250, 5.9 5, Automatic uses 5W-20; D250, 5.9 5, Standard uses 5W-20; D250, 5.9 8, Automatic uses 5W-20; D250, 5.9 8, Standard uses 5W-20; D250, 5.9 Z, Automatic uses 5W-20; D250, 5.9 Z, Standard uses 5W-20; D350, 5.9 5, Automatic uses 5W-20; D350, 5.9 5, Standard uses 5W-20; D350, 5.9 8, Automatic uses 5W-20; D350, 5.9 8, Standard uses 5W-20; D350, 5.9 Z, Automatic uses 5W-20; D350, 5.9 Z, Standard uses 5W-20; Dakota, Automatic uses 5W-20; Dakota, Standard uses 5W-20; W250, 5.9 5, Automatic uses 5W-20; W250, 5.9 5, Standard uses 5W-20; W250, 5.9 8, Automatic uses 5W-20; W250, 5.9 8, Standard uses 5W-20; W250, 5.9 Z, Automatic uses 5W-20; W250, 5.9 Z, Standard uses 5W-20; W350, 5.9 5, Automatic uses 5W-20; W350, 5.9 5, Standard uses 5W-20; W350, 5.9 8, Automatic uses 5W-20; W350, 5.9 8, Standard uses 5W-20; W350, 5.9 Z, Automatic uses 5W-20; W350, 5.9 Z, Standard uses 5W-20.
What is the oil capacity of a 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: D250, 5.9 5, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D250, 5.9 5, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D250, 5.9 8, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D250, 5.9 8, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D250, 5.9 Z, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D250, 5.9 Z, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D350, 5.9 5, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D350, 5.9 5, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D350, 5.9 8, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D350, 5.9 8, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D350, 5.9 Z, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; D350, 5.9 Z, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Dakota, Automatic holds 4.0 quarts with filter; Dakota, Standard holds 4.0 quarts with filter; W250, 5.9 5, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W250, 5.9 5, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W250, 5.9 8, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W250, 5.9 8, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W250, 5.9 Z, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W250, 5.9 Z, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W350, 5.9 5, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W350, 5.9 5, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W350, 5.9 8, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W350, 5.9 8, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W350, 5.9 Z, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; W350, 5.9 Z, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis?
Most 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis 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 — Dodge recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1989 Dodge Cab & Chassis. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.