1998 Isuzu Rodeo Oil Type & Capacity
The 1998 Isuzu Rodeo oil type depends on the engine: the LS, 2.2 D takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the LS, 3.2 W, RWD takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, 2.2 D takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts qt with filter); the S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the S, 3.2 W, RWD, Standard takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- LS, 2.2 D: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- LS, 3.2 W, RWD: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- S, 2.2 D: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- S, 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- S, 3.2 W, RWD, Standard: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS, 2.2 D — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| LS, 3.2 W, RWD — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| S, 2.2 D — 2.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.80 QTS. | 4.40 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| S, 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
| S, 3.2 W, RWD, Standard — 3.2L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | 4.20 QTS. | API - SAE 10W-30 Above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C) (Preferred). Below 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 viscosity oils may be required. |
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Coolant capacity
7.3 quarts (6.9 L) — 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1998 Isuzu Rodeo take?
It depends on the engine: LS, 2.2 D uses 10W-30; LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic uses 10W-30; LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard uses 10W-30; LS, 3.2 W, RWD uses 10W-30; S, 2.2 D uses 10W-30; S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic uses 10W-30; S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard uses 10W-30; S, 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic uses 10W-30; S, 3.2 W, RWD, Standard uses 10W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1998 Isuzu Rodeo?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: LS, 2.2 D holds 4.8 quarts with filter; LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; LS, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; LS, 3.2 W, RWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; S, 2.2 D holds 4.8 quarts with filter; S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; S, 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; S, 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; S, 3.2 W, RWD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1998 Isuzu Rodeo?
Most 1998 Isuzu Rodeo 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 — Isuzu recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1998 Isuzu Rodeo?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1998 Isuzu Rodeo. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.