1990 Ford Ranger Oil Type & Capacity
The 1990 Ford Ranger takes 10W-30 motor oil — 5.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.3 A | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.9 T, 4WD, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.9 T, 4WD, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.9 T, RWD, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.9 T, RWD, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.0 X, 4WD | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.0 X, RWD | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.3 A, 4WD | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.3 A, RWD, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.3 A, RWD, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.9 T, 4WD, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.9 T, 4WD, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.9 T, RWD, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.9 T, RWD, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.0 X, 4WD | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.0 X, RWD | SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Ranger
1990 Ford Ranger factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.2 quarts (6.81 L) — 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1990 Ford Ranger take?
The 1990 Ford Ranger takes 10W-30 motor oil (SAE 10W-30/40 (0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 20W-40/50 (20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F). SAE 30 Single Weight Super Duty, 10W-40 Super Premium, 20W-40 Premium), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1990 Ford Ranger take?
The 1990 Ford Ranger holds 5.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1990 Ford Ranger?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1990 Ford Ranger. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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