1985 Ford Escort Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1985 Ford Escort oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1985 Ford Escort, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1985 Ford Escort oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [2] 2 | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-300 Ford FL-400-S |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [4] 4 | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-300 Ford FL-400-S |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [5] 5 | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-300 Ford FL-400-S |
| 1.6L 4-cylinder [8] 8 Turbo | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-300 Ford FL-400-S |
| 1.9L 4-cylinder [H] H Diesel | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-400-S Ford E73Z-6731-A |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [9] 9 | 7.2 quarts (with filter) incl. bypass oil filter cap. | SAE 10W-30 (-18 To 38°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C) 30 (4 To 38°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) | Ford FL-400-S |
Select Your 1985 Ford Escort Engine Option
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [2] 2
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [2] 2 [aka 1.6L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GT Turbo
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F5RZ-6731-B, FL-842 and E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA
1985 Ford Escort 1.6L 4-cylinder [2] 2 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [4] 4
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [4] 4 [aka 1.6L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GT Turbo
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F5RZ-6731-B, FL-842 and E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA
1985 Ford Escort 1.6L 4-cylinder [4] 4 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [5] 5
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [5] 5 [aka 1.6L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GT Turbo
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F5RZ-6731-B, FL-842 and E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA
1985 Ford Escort 1.6L 4-cylinder [5] 5 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [8] 8 Turbo
Engine:
1.6L 4-cylinder [8] 8 Turbo [aka 1.6L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
GT Turbo
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
F5RZ-6731-B, FL-842 and E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA
1985 Ford Escort 1.6L 4-cylinder [8] 8 Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.9L 4-cylinder Engine Code [H] H Diesel
Engine:
1.9L 4-cylinder [H] H Diesel [aka 1.9L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, GL, GT, GT Turbo, L, LX
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Ford FL-400-S and Ford E73Z-6731-A
Oil Filter Replaces:
E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA
1985 Ford Escort 1.9L 4-cylinder [H] H Diesel oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code [9] 9
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder [9] 9 [aka 2.0L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Base, GL, GT, GT Turbo, L, LX
Oil Capacity:
7.2 quarts (with filter) incl. bypass oil filter cap.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-18 To 38°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (4 To 38°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA
1985 Ford Escort 2.0L 4-cylinder [9] 9 oil change details
Oil Grade:
CH-4
Oil Capacity:
7.2 quarts. (with filter). This capacity also includes the bypass oil filter.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-18 To 38°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (4 To 38°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A