1994 Dodge Intrepid Oil Type & Capacity
The 1994 Dodge Intrepid oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 3.3 T takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.3 U takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.5 F takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter); the ES, 3.3 T takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the ES, 3.3 U takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the ES, 3.5 F takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 3.3 T: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.3 U: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.5 F: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- ES, 3.3 T: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- ES, 3.3 U: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- ES, 3.5 F: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 3.3 T — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Base, 3.3 U — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Base, 3.5 F — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.50 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 3.3 T — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| ES, 3.3 U — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| ES, 3.5 F — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 5.50 QTS. | 5.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Intrepid
1994 Dodge Intrepid factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.0 quarts (9.46 L) — 50/50 mixture of water and Ethylene-Glycol Base Antifreeze, such as MOPAR, PRESTON II, PEAK, or antifreeze containing the Alugard 340-2 inhibitor system.. Includes: 1 qt. in coolant reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1994 Dodge Intrepid take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 3.3 T uses 5W-30; Base, 3.3 U uses 5W-30; Base, 3.5 F uses 5W-30; ES, 3.3 T uses 5W-30; ES, 3.3 U uses 5W-30; ES, 3.5 F uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1994 Dodge Intrepid take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 3.3 T holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.3 U holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 3.5 F holds 5.5 quarts with filter; ES, 3.3 T holds 5.0 quarts with filter; ES, 3.3 U holds 5.0 quarts with filter; ES, 3.5 F holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1994 Dodge Intrepid?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1994 Dodge Intrepid. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.