1991 Toyota 4Runner Oil Type & Capacity
The 1991 Toyota 4Runner oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.4 R, RWD takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility, 3.0 V, RWD takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Standard: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Standard: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Standard: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.4 R, RWD: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 3.0 V, RWD: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Standard — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Automatic — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Standard — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Standard — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.4 R, RWD — 2.4L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
| 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
| 4D Utility, 3.0 V, RWD — 3.0L Eng | SAE 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your 4Runner
1991 Toyota 4Runner factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.6 quarts (9.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. DO NOT use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1991 Toyota 4Runner take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Automatic uses 10W-30; 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Standard uses 10W-30; 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Automatic uses 10W-30; 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Standard uses 10W-30; 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Automatic uses 10W-30; 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Standard uses 10W-30; 4D Utility, 2.4 R, RWD uses 10W-30; 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic uses 10W-30; 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard uses 10W-30; 4D Utility, 3.0 V, RWD uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1991 Toyota 4Runner take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 2.4 R, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Automatic holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 3.0 V, Standard holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.4 R, 4WD, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.4 R, RWD holds 4.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Automatic holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 3.0 V, 4WD, Standard holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 3.0 V, RWD holds 4.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1991 Toyota 4Runner?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1991 Toyota 4Runner. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.