1991 Toyota Tercel Oil Type & Capacity
The 1991 Toyota Tercel takes 10W-30 motor oil — 3.4 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 3.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, C140 | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| Base, C141 | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| DX, 2D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| DX, 2D Sedan, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| DX, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| DX, 4D Sedan, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| LE, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
| LE, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F) | 3.40 QTS. | 3.20 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Tercel
1991 Toyota Tercel factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
5.1 quarts (4.82 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 Tercel take?
The 1991 Toyota Tercel takes 10W-30 motor oil (SAE 10W-30/40 (Above 0Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1991 Toyota Tercel take?
The 1991 Toyota Tercel holds 3.4 quarts with a filter change, or 3.2 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1991 Toyota Tercel?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1991 Toyota Tercel. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.