1994 Ford Thunderbird Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1994 Ford Thunderbird oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1994 Ford Thunderbird, 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 1994 Ford Thunderbird oil change!

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Engine & Code	Oil Capacity	Oil Viscosity/Type	Oil Filter
3.8L 6-cylinder [4] 4	5 quarts (with filter)	SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)	Ford FL-400-S
3.8L 6-cylinder [R] R	5 quarts (with filter)	SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)	Ford FL-400-S
4.6L 8-cylinder [W] W	5 quarts (with filter)	SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)	Ford FL-820-S

Select Your 1994 Ford Thunderbird Engine Option

3.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code [4] 4

Engine:

3.8L 6-cylinder [4] 4 [aka 3.8L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

LX, Super COUPE

Oil Capacity:

5 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Ford FL-400-S

Oil Filter Replaces:

E4FZ-6731-A, F8CZ-6731-AA

1994 Ford Thunderbird 3.8L 6-cylinder [4] 4 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO15

Oil Capacity:

5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS) - This specification has been updated from SAE 5W-30 to SAE 5W-20 based on a Technical Service Bulletin from the manufacturer. SAE 5W-20 is now the preferred viscosity.