2004 Porsche 911 Oil Type & Capacity

The 2004 Porsche 911 takes 0W-40 motor oil — 9.25 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

0W-409.25 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
Carrera 4, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera 4, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera 4S, 2D Convertible, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera 4S, 2D Convertible, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera 4S, 2D Coupe, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera 4S, 2D Coupe, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera, 2D Convertible, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera, 2D Convertible, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera, 2D Coupe, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Carrera, 2D Coupe, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
GT2MOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
GT3MOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Turbo, 2D Convertible, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Turbo, 2D Convertible, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Turbo, 2D Coupe, AutomaticMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.
Turbo, 2D Coupe, StandardMOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)9.25 QTS.9.00 QTS.Manufacturer's approved fluid only.

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2004 Porsche 911 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

5.95 quarts (22.52 L). Manufacturer's approved fluid only.

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 2004 Porsche 911 take?

The 2004 Porsche 911 takes 0W-40 motor oil (MOBIL1. API - SAE 0W-40, 5W-40, 5W-50 Above -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C), SAE 0W-40 Below -13Deg.F (-25Deg.C)), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 2004 Porsche 911 take?

The 2004 Porsche 911 holds 9.25 quarts with a filter change, or 9.0 quarts without changing the filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 2004 Porsche 911?

Yes. 0W-40 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2004 Porsche 911. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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