1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP, 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 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9L 4-cylinder [B] B | 4.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C) | GM 12737090 GM 25010908 |
| 2.2L 4-cylinder [E] E | 5.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Below 38°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) 30 (Above 0°C) | GM 12737092 GM 6439929 |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder [A] X | 3.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C) | GM 25026209 GM 94456741 GM 94243270 |
| 2.8L 6-cylinder [S] S Diesel | 4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C) | GM 94127546 |
Select Your 1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP Engine Option
1.9L 4-cylinder Engine Code [B] B
Engine:
1.9L 4-cylinder [B] B [aka 1.9L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, Durango, Sport, Tahoe
Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
19210286, 25171377
1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP 1.9L 4-cylinder [B] B oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
American Petroleum Institute (API) SJ rated oil should only be used as a last resort when other recommended oil grades are not available.
2.2L 4-cylinder Engine Code [E] E
Engine:
2.2L 4-cylinder [E] E [aka 2.2L L4 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Base, Durango, Sport, Tahoe
Oil Capacity:
5.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Below 38°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
12731175, 19210284, 25010792, 94632619, 94797406, 96352845, 96395221, 96458873, 96879797
1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP 2.2L 4-cylinder [E] E oil change details
Oil Grade:
CG-4
Oil Capacity:
5.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Below 38°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
11.6 quarts - For models WithOut Air Conditioning (AC).
12.2 quarts - For models with Air Conditioning (AC).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
12-20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code [A] X
Engine:
2.5L 4-cylinder [A] X [aka 2.5L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, Durango, Sport, Tahoe
Oil Capacity:
3.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
GM 25026209, GM 94456741 and GM 94243270
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP 2.5L 4-cylinder [A] X oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
American Petroleum Institute (API) SJ rated oil should only be used as a last resort when other recommended oil grades are not available.
2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code [S] S Diesel
Engine:
2.8L 6-cylinder [S] S Diesel [aka 2.8L V6 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, Durango, Sport, Tahoe
Oil Capacity:
4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1985 Chevrolet S10 PICKUP 2.8L 6-cylinder [S] S 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 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 38°C) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
15-20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
American Petroleum Institute (API) SJ rated oil should only be used as a last resort when other recommended oil grades are not available.