1989 Mitsubishi Van Oil Type & Capacity
The 1989 Mitsubishi Van takes 5W-20 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, Van Cargo — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF. | — | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Base, Van Passenger — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF. | — | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| LS — 2.4L Eng | SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF. | — | 4.50 QTS. | — |
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1989 Mitsubishi Van factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.1 quarts (8.61 L) — 50/50 mixture of High quality ethylene-glycol antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1989 Mitsubishi Van take?
The 1989 Mitsubishi Van takes 5W-20 motor oil (SAE 5W-20/30/40 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F). API Classification SE or SF.), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1989 Mitsubishi Van take?
The 1989 Mitsubishi Van holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.5 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1989 Mitsubishi Van?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1989 Mitsubishi Van. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.