1985 Ford Ranger Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1985 Ford Ranger oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1985 Ford Ranger, 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 Ranger oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [A] A | 5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-1-A Ford E5TZ-6731-A |
| 2.3L 4-cylinder [E] E Diesel Turbo | 5.9 quarts (with filter) Steel Pan. 5 quarts (with filter) ALUM Pan. | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-1-A Ford E5TZ-6731-A |
| 2.3L 4-cylinder [A] A | 7.2 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Above -21°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C) SAE 20W-40 (Above -10°C) 30 (Above 2°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C) | Ford FL-1-A Ford E5TZ-6731-A |
| 2.3L 4-cylinder [E] E Diesel Turbo | 5.9 quarts (with filter) Steel Pan. 5 quarts (with filter) ALUM Pan. | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-1-A Ford E5TZ-6731-A |
| 2.3L 4-cylinder [C] C | 7.2 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Above -21°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C) SAE 20W-40 (Above -10°C) 30 (Above 2°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C) | Ford FL-1-A |
| 2.8L 6-cylinder [S] S | 5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Ford FL-1-A |
Select Your 1985 Ford Ranger Engine Option
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] A
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder [A] A [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, XL, XLS, XLT
Oil Capacity:
5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E7TZ-6731-A
1985 Ford Ranger 2.0L 4-cylinder [A] A oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting and allow oil to flow into the crankcase smoothly. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code [E] E Diesel Turbo
Engine:
2.3L 4-cylinder [E] E Diesel Turbo [aka 2.3L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Base, XL, XLS, XLT
Oil Capacity:
5.9 quarts (with filter) Steel Pan.
5 quarts (with filter) ALUM Pan.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E7TZ-6731-A
1985 Ford Ranger 2.3L 4-cylinder [E] E Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5.9 quarts. (with filter). For models with a Steel Pan, this is the capacity with the filter. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
5 quarts. (with filter). For models with an Aluminum (ALUM) Pan, this is the capacity with the filter. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
6.3 quarts - For models WithOut Air Conditioning (AC).
6.9 quarts - For models with Air Conditioning (AC).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] A
Engine:
2.3L 4-cylinder [A] A [aka 2.3L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Base, XL, XLS, XLT
Oil Capacity:
7.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -21°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -10°C)
30 (Above 2°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E7TZ-6731-A
1985 Ford Ranger 2.3L 4-cylinder [A] A oil change details
Oil Grade:
CH-4
Oil Capacity:
7.2 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting and allow oil to flow into the crankcase smoothly. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -21°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -10°C)
30 (Above 2°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
12 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
2.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code [E] E Diesel Turbo
Engine:
2.3L 4-cylinder [E] E Diesel Turbo [aka 2.3L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, XL, XLS, XLT
Oil Capacity:
5.9 quarts (with filter) Steel Pan.
5 quarts (with filter) ALUM Pan.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E7TZ-6731-A
1985 Ford Ranger 2.3L 4-cylinder [E] E Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5.9 quarts. (with filter). For models with a Steel Pan, this is the capacity with the filter. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
5 quarts. (with filter). For models with an Aluminum (ALUM) Pan, this is the capacity with the filter. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
6.3 quarts - For models WithOut Air Conditioning (AC).
6.9 quarts - For models with Air Conditioning (AC).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-25 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code [C] C
Engine:
2.3L 4-cylinder [C] C [aka 2.3L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, XL, XLS, XLT
Oil Capacity:
7.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -21°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -10°C)
30 (Above 2°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E7TZ-6731-A
1985 Ford Ranger 2.3L 4-cylinder [C] C oil change details
Oil Grade:
CH-4
Oil Capacity:
7.2 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting and allow oil to flow into the crankcase smoothly. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -21°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -10°C)
30 (Above 2°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
12 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A
2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code [S] S
Engine:
2.8L 6-cylinder [S] S [aka 2.8L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, XL, XLS, XLT
Oil Capacity:
5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
E7TZ-6731-A
1985 Ford Ranger 2.8L 6-cylinder [S] S oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5 quarts. (with filter). Capacity is with the filter installed. When refilling, remove the dipstick to provide proper venting and allow oil to flow into the crankcase smoothly. After refilling, check the oil level and add more if needed.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
7.4 quarts - For models WithOut Air Conditioning (AC).
7.9 quarts - For models with Air Conditioning (AC).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A