1996 GTS Coupe and Capacity

[Matt Houston]

Can someone confirm that the oil capacity for a 1996 GTS Coupe is 8.5 quarts due to the larger oil pan? Is Pennzoil 10w 30 synthetic the way to go?

Thanks,
Matt

 

[Mopar Steve]

Yes 8.5 is correct. Mobil one.

Brand will be disputed for ever. Let the games begin.

 

[Ron]

No need for games - Search

 

[Burt G]

Mobil One, end of story.

 

[steve e]

I would not use Mobil 1 on my door hinges

 

[AZTVR]

OK, here is my input. Doesn't matter what brand; but, what is desired is higher ZDDP levels rather than lower. (Zinc/Phosphorus compound for lubricity). Mobil 1 publishes their levels, and Mobil 1 0W-40 or 20W-50 have high ZDDP levels. That's why many use Mobil 1 0W-40 in their Vipers, or 20W-50 if doing some track time. The highly respected VCA member who was in the industry suggested these products and also recommended diesel oil formulation for its high ZDDP.
Now, the question that no one can answer is: Does the Viper engine need that much ZDDP ? Probably not, since lots of people use "whatever," and we don't see a lot of reports of failed engines. But we do hear about a spun bearing every once in a while.


Mobil_1_Product_Guide - Specifications .pdf




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Jim – ‘02 GTS ACR gray/silver -- sold – ( enthusiastic custodian for 8 years )