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1990 Subaru XT Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1990 Subaru XT oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1990 Subaru XT, 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 1990 Subaru XT oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
1.8L 4-cylinder [4] 44.2 quarts (with filter)30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Subaru 15208AA001
2.7L 6-cylinder [8] ER27 55.3 quarts (with filter)30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Subaru 15208AA001
2.7L 6-cylinder [9] 95.3 quarts (with filter)30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Subaru 15208AA001

Select Your 1990 Subaru XT Engine Option

1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code [4] 4

Engine:

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

Body & Trims:

GL, XT6

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Subaru 15208AA001

Oil Filter Replaces:

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

1990 Subaru XT 1.8L 4-cylinder [4] 4 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C) - This applies to warm climates or heavy-duty use where temperatures are consistently above 35°C (95°F).
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°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 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

29-33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.7L 6-cylinder Engine Code [8] ER27 5

Engine:

2.7L 6-cylinder [8] ER27 5 [aka 2.7L H6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GL, XT6

Oil Capacity:

5.3 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Subaru 15208AA001

Oil Filter Replaces:

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

1990 Subaru XT 2.7L 6-cylinder [8] ER27 5 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

5.3 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C) - This applies to warm climates or heavy-duty use where temperatures are consistently above 35°C (95°F).
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°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:

8 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

29-33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

2.7L 6-cylinder Engine Code [9] 9

Engine:

2.7L 6-cylinder [9] 9 [aka 2.7L H6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GL, XT6

Oil Capacity:

5.3 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C)
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

Subaru 15208AA001

Oil Filter Replaces:

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

1990 Subaru XT 2.7L 6-cylinder [9] 9 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

5.3 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

30, 40, SAE 10W-50, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above 35°C) - This applies to warm climates or heavy-duty use where temperatures are consistently above 35°C (95°F).
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (-21 To 35°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°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:

8 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

29-33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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