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1985 OLDSMOBILE 98
3.8L (231) Buick V6 (fuel-injected)•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 1985 Oldsmobile 98 3.8L (231) Buick V6 (fuel-injected) · FWD
Fluid Type
5W-30 or 10W-30
Spec: API SF
Capacity
4qt
3.78 L
Drain & Refill
4 qt
3.78 L
Change Interval
3,000 mi
4,827 km

Notes

3.0L (181ci) Buick V6 with filter change

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