2017 Dodge Grand Caravan Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan takes 5W-20 motor oil — 6.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-20 — 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT, Gas | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| GT, Gas/Ethanol | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| SE Plus, Gas | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| SE Plus, Gas/Ethanol | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| SE, Gas | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| SE, Gas/Ethanol | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| SXT, Gas | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
| SXT, Gas/Ethanol | API - SAE 5W-20 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Chrysler recommends API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Grand Caravan
2017 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 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. System fill capacity includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan take?
The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan takes 5W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-20), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan take?
The 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan holds 6.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Yes. 5W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.