1994 Mitsubishi Pickup Oil Type & Capacity
The 1994 Mitsubishi Pickup oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Automatic takes 20W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Standard takes 20W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Automatic takes 20W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Standard takes 20W-20 (5.1 quarts with filter); the 2D Pickup, 3.0 H takes 20W-20 (4.8 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Automatic: 20W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Standard: 20W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Automatic: 20W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Standard: 20W-20, 5.1 quarts with filter
- 2D Pickup, 3.0 H: 20W-20, 4.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Standard — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Automatic — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Standard — 2.4L Eng | API - SAE 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 5.10 QTS. | 4.80 QTS. | — |
| 2D Pickup, 3.0 H — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 20W-20/40/50 (32Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (-10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 60Deg.F) | 4.80 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Pickup
1994 Mitsubishi Pickup factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
6.4 quarts (6.05 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water. Includes: .5 qt. for coolant reserve tank.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1994 Mitsubishi Pickup take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Automatic uses 20W-20; 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Standard uses 20W-20; 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Automatic uses 20W-20; 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Standard uses 20W-20; 2D Pickup, 3.0 H uses 20W-20.
How much oil does a 1994 Mitsubishi Pickup take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Automatic holds 5.1 quarts with filter; 2D Pickup Extra Cab, Standard holds 5.1 quarts with filter; 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Automatic holds 5.1 quarts with filter; 2D Pickup, 2.4 G, Standard holds 5.1 quarts with filter; 2D Pickup, 3.0 H holds 4.8 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1994 Mitsubishi Pickup?
Yes. 20W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1994 Mitsubishi Pickup. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.