1987 Dodge RAM 50 PICKUP Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1987 Dodge RAM 50 PICKUP oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1987 Dodge RAM 50 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 1987 Dodge RAM 50 PICKUP oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cylinder [D] D | 4.4 quarts (with filter) RWD | SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Below 16°C) SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Above -23°C) SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 0°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below 16°C) | N/A |
| 2.6L 4-cylinder [E] E | 6.4 quarts (with filter) 4WD 5.6 quarts (with filter) RWD | SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Below 16°C) SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Above -23°C) SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 0°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below 16°C) | N/A |
Select Your 1987 Dodge RAM 50 PICKUP Engine Option
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code [D] D
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder [D] D [aka 2.0L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.4 quarts (with filter) RWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Below 16°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Above -23°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1987 Dodge RAM 50 PICKUP 2.0L 4-cylinder [D] D oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
4.4 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 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Below 16°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Above -23°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 16°C) - SAE 5W-20 is not recommended for driving at sustained high speeds.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
26-32 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.6L 4-cylinder Engine Code [E] E
Engine:
2.6L 4-cylinder [E] E [aka 2.6L 4-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
6.4 quarts (with filter) 4WD
5.6 quarts (with filter) RWD
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Below 16°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Above -23°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1987 Dodge RAM 50 PICKUP 2.6L 4-cylinder [E] E oil change details
Oil Grade:
SJ
Oil Capacity:
6.4 quarts. (with filter). For Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) models, this is the capacity with the filter. Always check the oil level after refilling.
5.6 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 5W-30, SAE 5W-40 (Below 16°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Above -23°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 0°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 16°C) - SAE 5W-20 is not recommended for driving at sustained high speeds.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
26-32 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A