2002 Pontiac Firebird Oil Type & Capacity
The 2002 Pontiac Firebird oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Base, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts qt with filter); the Formula, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Formula, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Convertible, Standard: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 2D Coupe, Standard: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Formula, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Formula, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 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 | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Convertible, Standard — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Coupe, Standard — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Formula, Automatic — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Formula, Standard — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Automatic — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Standard — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Automatic — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Standard — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
11.4 quarts (10.78 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2002 Pontiac Firebird take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 10W-30; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 10W-30; Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 10W-30; Base, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 10W-30; Formula, Automatic uses 5W-30; Formula, Standard uses 5W-30; Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Automatic uses 5W-30; Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Standard uses 5W-30; Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Automatic uses 5W-30; Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Standard uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Formula, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Formula, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trans Am, 2D Convertible, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Trans Am, 2D Coupe, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
Most 2002 Pontiac Firebird 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 — Pontiac recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2002 Pontiac Firebird. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.