1992 Porsche 911 Oil Type & Capacity
The 1992 Porsche 911 oil type depends on the engine: the America takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Carrera 4, 2D Convertible takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Carrera 4, 2D Coupe takes 5W-30 (9.5 quarts qt with filter); the Turbo takes 5W-30 (10.6 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- America: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Standard: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Carrera 4, 2D Convertible: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Carrera 4, 2D Coupe: 5W-30, 9.5 quarts with filter
- Turbo: 5W-30, 10.6 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| America — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Automatic — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Standard — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Standard — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Carrera 4, 2D Convertible — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Carrera 4, 2D Coupe — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 9.50 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
| Turbo — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30, 10W-30 (Below 14Deg.F), 10W-30/40, 15W-40 (Below 50Deg.F), 40, 15W-40, 20W-50 (Above 50Deg.F) | 10.60 QTS. | — | Manufacturer's approved fluid only. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1992 Porsche 911 take?
It depends on the engine: America uses 5W-30; Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 5W-30; Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 5W-30; Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-30; Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-30; Carrera 4, 2D Convertible uses 5W-30; Carrera 4, 2D Coupe uses 5W-30; Turbo uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1992 Porsche 911?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: America holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Carrera 2, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Carrera 2, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Carrera 4, 2D Convertible holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Carrera 4, 2D Coupe holds 9.5 quarts with filter; Turbo holds 10.6 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1992 Porsche 911?
Most 1992 Porsche 911 owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Porsche recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1992 Porsche 911?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1992 Porsche 911. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.