2002 Ford Mustang Oil Type & Capacity
The 2002 Ford Mustang oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the GT Bullitt takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GT, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Convertible, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- GT Bullitt: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Convertible, Standard: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GT, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic — 3.8L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| Base, 2D Convertible, Standard — 3.8L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 3.8L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Standard — 3.8L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| GT Bullitt — 4.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic — 4.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| GT, 2D Convertible, Standard — 4.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 4.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
| GT, 2D Coupe, Standard — 4.6L Eng | SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil | 6.00 QTS. | — | Refer to Engine Oil recommended applications for SAE 5W-20 and 5W-30 motor oils TSB No. 02-1-9. |
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2002 Ford Mustang factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.8 quarts (11.16 L) — FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid or FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant. If the vehicle's coolant is (green color) use: FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid. If it is (orange color) use: FORD Extended Life Engine Coolant.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2002 Ford Mustang take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 5W-20; Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; Base, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20; GT Bullitt uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-20; GT, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2002 Ford Mustang take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; GT Bullitt holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GT, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2002 Ford Mustang?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2002 Ford Mustang. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.