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1987 Subaru Brat Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1987 Subaru Brat oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1987 Subaru Brat, 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 Subaru Brat oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
1.8L 4-cylinder [5] EA81 34.4 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Below 32°C)
30, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (0 To 32°C)
40 (Above 32°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below -23°C)
Subaru 15208AA001

Select Your 1987 Subaru Brat Engine Option

1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code [5] EA81 3

Engine:

1.8L 4-cylinder [5] EA81 3 [aka 1.8L H4 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GL

Oil Capacity:

4.4 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-50 (Below 32°C)
30, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (0 To 32°C)
40 (Above 32°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below -23°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Subaru 15208AA001

Oil Filter Replaces:

15208AA000, 420337100, 420337110, 880874100, 880874110, SOA5165100

1987 Subaru Brat 1.8L 4-cylinder [5] EA81 3 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

4.4 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, SAE 10W-50 (Below 32°C)
30, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (0 To 32°C)
40 (Above 32°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below -23°C) - SAE 5W-30 is not recommended for driving at sustained high speeds.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51361-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

6.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

29-33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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