1989 Ford Probe Oil Type & Capacity
The 1989 Ford Probe takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.9 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F ) 10W-30 (Preferred) (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.90 QTS. | — | — |
| GL, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F ) 10W-30 (Preferred) (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.90 QTS. | — | — |
| GT | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F ) 10W-30 (Preferred) (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.90 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F ) 10W-30 (Preferred) (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.90 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F ) 10W-30 (Preferred) (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.90 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Probe
1989 Ford Probe factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.9 quarts (7.47 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water. Specification: ESE M97B44 A.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1989 Ford Probe take?
The 1989 Ford Probe takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F ) 10W-30 (Preferred) (Above 0Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1989 Ford Probe take?
The 1989 Ford Probe holds 4.9 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1989 Ford Probe?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1989 Ford Probe. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.