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1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER, 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 1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.5L 4-cylinder [E] E3 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 12737092
GM 6439929
2.8L 6-cylinder [R] R4.5 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 25010908

Select Your 1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER Engine Option

2.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code [E] E

Engine:

2.5L 4-cylinder [E] E [aka 2.5L L4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, Sport, Tahoe

Oil Capacity:

3 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 12737092 and GM 6439929

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731175, 19210284, 25010792, 94632619, 94797406, 96352845, 96395221, 96458873, 96879797

1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER 2.5L 4-cylinder [E] E oil change details

Oil Grade:

API*

Oil Capacity:

3 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.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51040-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

12.2 quarts

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 [R] R

Engine:

2.8L 6-cylinder [R] R [aka 2.8L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base, 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:

GM 25010908

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

1986 Chevrolet S SERIES BLAZER 2.8L 6-cylinder [R] R 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.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51036-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

10.6 quarts

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.

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