1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your ultimate DIY maintenance guide for the 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP, including exact engine oil capacity, the manufacturer recommended oil viscosity and type, and the correct OEM and aftermarket oil filters.
We cover all available engine options categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get pinpoint accuracy for your specific vehicle configuration. Keep reading to discover everything required for a successful 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder Z20 | 3.8 quarts (with filter) RWD | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder Z24 | 4.2 quarts (with filter) 4WD 3.8 quarts (with filter) RWD | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder Z24I | 4.2 quarts (with filter) 4WD 3.8 quarts (with filter) RWD | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) |
| 2.5L 4-cylinder SD25 Diesel | 7.8 quarts (with filter) Late. 5.6 quarts (with filter) Early. | SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 0°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 15°C) |
| 3.0L 6-cylinder VG30 | 4.2 quarts (with filter) RWD 3.6 quarts (with filter) 4WD | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) |
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Select Your 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP Engine Option
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code Z20
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder Z20 [aka 2.0L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
3.8 quarts (with filter) RWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP 2.0L 4-cylinder Z20 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
3.8 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Wix Oil Filter:
2.4L 4-cylinder Engine Code Z24
Engine:
2.4L 4-cylinder Z24 [aka 2.4L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter) 4WD
3.8 quarts (with filter) RWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP 2.4L 4-cylinder Z24 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.8 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Wix Oil Filter:
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
2.4L 4-cylinder Engine Code Z24I
Engine:
2.4L 4-cylinder Z24I [aka 2.4L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter) 4WD
3.8 quarts (with filter) RWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP 2.4L 4-cylinder Z24I oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.8 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Wix Oil Filter:
Coolant Capacity:
8.5 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
2.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code SD25 Diesel
Engine:
2.5L 4-cylinder SD25 Diesel [aka 2.5L 4-cylinder (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
7.8 quarts (with filter) Late.
5.6 quarts (with filter) Early.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 15°C)
1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP 2.5L 4-cylinder SD25 Diesel oil change details
Oil Grade:
CF
Oil Capacity:
7.8 quarts. (with filter). For late production models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
5.6 quarts. (with filter). For early production models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 15°C)
Coolant Capacity:
13.3 quarts - This applies to D21 models only.
11.1 quarts - This applies to Hardbody models only.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
36-43 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code VG30
Engine:
3.0L 6-cylinder VG30 [aka 3.0L 6-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (with filter) RWD
3.6 quarts (with filter) 4WD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP 3.0L 6-cylinder VG30 oil change details
Oil Grade:
SL
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.6 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Wix Oil Filter:
Coolant Capacity:
10 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT).
10.6 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
People also ask – 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP
What is the oil capacity of a 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP?
The 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP oil capacity is 3.8 quarts. Here is the exact oil capacity breakdown for each available engine configuration:
• 2.0L 4-cylinder (Z20): 3.8 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 2.4L 4-cylinder (Z24): 4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.8 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 2.4L 4-cylinder (Z24I): 4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.8 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 2.5L 4-cylinder (SD25 Diesel): 7.8 quarts. (with filter). For late production models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
5.6 quarts. (with filter). For early production models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (VG30): 4.2 quarts. (with filter). For Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.6 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Always check your dipstick after refilling to ensure the proper level.
What type of oil does a 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP use?
Across its 5 available engine configurations, the 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP uses the following motor oil viscosities: SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS), SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) and SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)SAE 15W-40 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 0°C)SAE 5W-30 (Below 15°C). Using the correct manufacturer-approved oil weight is crucial for engine health. Here are the specific oil type requirements by engine:
• 2.0L 4-cylinder (Z20):Grade: SL
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
• 2.4L 4-cylinder (Z24):
Grade: SL
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
• 2.4L 4-cylinder (Z24I):
Grade: SL
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
• 2.5L 4-cylinder (SD25 Diesel):
Grade: CF
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 15°C)
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (VG30):
Grade: SL
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
What is the best oil filter for the 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP?
The proper oil filter depends on your exact engine code. The 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP utilizes the following premium aftermarket Wix oil filters across its lineup: 51515-EA, 51521-EA and 51361-EA. Here is the specific OEM and aftermarket filter data for each engine:
• 2.0L 4-cylinder (Z20):OEM Filter: Check Dealer Part or Owner's Manual
Wix Filter: 51515-EA
• 2.4L 4-cylinder (Z24):
OEM Filter: Check Dealer Part or Owner's Manual
Wix Filter: 51521-EA
• 2.4L 4-cylinder (Z24I):
OEM Filter: Check Dealer Part or Owner's Manual
Wix Filter: 51521-EA
• 2.5L 4-cylinder (SD25 Diesel):
OEM Filter: Check Dealer Part or Owner's Manual
Wix Filter: Check Cross-reference Catalog
• 3.0L 6-cylinder (VG30):
OEM Filter: Check Dealer Part or Owner's Manual
Wix Filter: 51361-EA
How often should I change the oil in my 1986 Nissan/Datsun PICKUP?
For modern models running full synthetic oil, oil change intervals are typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles. However, for older Nissan/Datsun PICKUP generations (1985-2010) or those using conventional/synthetic-blend fluid, changing the oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles is highly recommended to prevent sludge buildup. Regardless of engine (2.0L 4-cylinder, 2.4L 4-cylinder, 2.5L 4-cylinder and 3.0L 6-cylinder), you should change your oil at least once a year even if you don’t reach the mileage limit.