1994 Dodge Shadow Oil Type & Capacity
The 1994 Dodge Shadow takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 2D Hatchback, 3.0 3, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 2D Hatchback, 3.0 3, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 4D Hatchback, 3.0 3, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| ES, 4D Hatchback, 3.0 3, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | 4.50 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Shadow
1994 Dodge Shadow factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.0 quarts (8.51 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 the engine coolant recovery tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1994 Dodge Shadow take?
The 1994 Dodge Shadow takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1994 Dodge Shadow take?
The 1994 Dodge Shadow holds 4.5 quarts with a filter change, or 4.0 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1994 Dodge Shadow?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1994 Dodge Shadow. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.