2010 Suzuki Equator Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Suzuki Equator oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 4D Pickup takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts with filter); the Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab takes 5W-30 (4.9 quarts with filter); the Premium takes 5W-30 (4.9 quarts with filter); the RMZ-4 takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Pickup, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts with filter); the Sport, 4D Pickup, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.4 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 4D Pickup: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab: 5W-30, 4.9 quarts with filter
- Premium: 5W-30, 4.9 quarts with filter
- RMZ-4: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, RWD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Pickup, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4D Pickup, RWD: 5W-30, 5.4 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 4D Pickup — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.15 QTS. | — |
| Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| Premium — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.90 QTS. | 4.50 QTS. | — |
| RMZ-4 — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.15 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.15 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.15 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Pickup, 4WD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.15 QTS. | — |
| Sport, 4D Pickup, RWD — 4.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.40 QTS. | 5.15 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Equator
2010 Suzuki Equator factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.75 quarts (10.17 L) — 50/50 mixture of SUZUKI Genuine Coolant or equivalent and demineralized or distilled water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2010 Suzuki Equator take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 4D Pickup uses 5W-30; Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab uses 5W-30; Premium uses 5W-30; RMZ-4 uses 5W-30; Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD uses 5W-30; Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, RWD uses 5W-30; Sport, 4D Pickup, 4WD uses 5W-30; Sport, 4D Pickup, RWD uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2010 Suzuki Equator take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 4D Pickup holds 5.4 quarts with filter; Base, 4D Pickup Extra Cab holds 4.9 quarts with filter; Premium holds 4.9 quarts with filter; RMZ-4 holds 5.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Pickup Extra Cab, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Pickup, 4WD holds 5.4 quarts with filter; Sport, 4D Pickup, RWD holds 5.4 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Suzuki Equator?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Suzuki Equator. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.