2008 Dodge Grand Caravan Oil Type & Capacity
The 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan oil type depends on the engine: the C/V, Gas takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the C/V, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SE, Gas takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SE, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SXT, 3.8 P takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts with filter); the SXT, 4.0 X takes 10W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- C/V, Gas: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- C/V, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, Gas: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SE, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, 3.8 P: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- SXT, 4.0 X: 10W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C/V, Gas — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| C/V, Gas/Ethanol — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, Gas — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SE, Gas/Ethanol — 3.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 3.8 P — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
| SXT, 4.0 X — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | Refer to the engine oil fill cap for the correct SAE grade. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Grand Caravan
2008 Dodge Grand Caravan factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.4 quarts (12.68 L) — MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 5 Year/100,000 Mile Formula HOAT (Hybrid Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent. Includes: heater and coolant recovery tank filled to "max" level. Add 2.9 qts. if equipped with rear heater.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan take?
It depends on the engine: C/V, Gas uses 5W-20; C/V, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; SE, Gas uses 5W-20; SE, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-20; SXT, 3.8 P uses 5W-20; SXT, 4.0 X uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan take?
Capacity depends on the engine: C/V, Gas holds 5.0 quarts with filter; C/V, Gas/Ethanol holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, Gas holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SE, Gas/Ethanol holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT, 3.8 P holds 5.0 quarts with filter; SXT, 4.0 X holds 5.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.