2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport Oil Type & Capacity
The 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport oil type depends on the engine: the 2.2 D, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 2.2 D, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.8 quarts with filter); the 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 3.2 W, RWD, Standard takes 10W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.2 D, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 2.2 D, Standard: 10W-30, 4.8 quarts with filter
- 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic: 10W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 D, Automatic — 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. |
| 2.2 D, Standard — 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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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More specs & repair guides for your Rodeo Sport
2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.4 quarts (7 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport take?
It depends on the engine: 2.2 D, Automatic uses 10W-30; 2.2 D, Standard uses 10W-30; 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic uses 10W-30; 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard uses 10W-30; 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic uses 10W-30; 3.2 W, RWD, Standard uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.2 D, Automatic holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 2.2 D, Standard holds 4.8 quarts with filter; 3.2 W, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 3.2 W, 4WD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 3.2 W, RWD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 3.2 W, RWD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.