1990 Ford Aerostar Oil Type & Capacity
The 1990 Ford Aerostar takes 5W-30 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Cargo Extended, 3.0 U, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo Extended, 3.0 U, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo Extended, 4.0 X, AWD | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo Extended, 4.0 X, RWD | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo, 3.0 U, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo, 3.0 U, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Cargo, 4.0 X | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger Extended, 3.0 U, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger Extended, 3.0 U, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger Extended, 4.0 X, AWD | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger Extended, 4.0 X, RWD | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger, 3.0 U, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger, 3.0 U, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Passenger, 4.0 X | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window Extended, 3.0 U, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window Extended, 3.0 U, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window Extended, 4.0 X, AWD | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window Extended, 4.0 X, RWD | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window, 3.0 U, Automatic | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window, 3.0 U, Standard | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Van Window, 4.0 X | SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Aerostar
1990 Ford Aerostar factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.8 quarts (11.16 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1990 Ford Aerostar take?
The 1990 Ford Aerostar takes 5W-30 motor oil (SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1990 Ford Aerostar take?
The 1990 Ford Aerostar holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1990 Ford Aerostar?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1990 Ford Aerostar. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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