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1981 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO

Factory Maintenance Specifications

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Looking for the correct oil type for your 1981 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO? According to factory specs, the 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [3] 3 Turbo requires See Manual viscosity oil. Using the right oil capacity of 5.0 QUARTS ensures engine longevity and fuel efficiency.

🛢️ 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [3] 3 Turbo 🚀 TURBO

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Capacity
5.0 QUART
Viscosity
See Manual

Drain Plug Torque: 30 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EA15K29

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🛢️ 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [A] A

Verified Data
Capacity
5.0 QUART
Viscosity
See Manual

Drain Plug Torque: 30 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EA15K29

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🛢️ 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [K] K

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Capacity
4.5 QUART
Viscosity
See Manual

Drain Plug Torque: 20 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EAO23

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🛢️ 4.4L 8 -cyl Engine Code [J] J

Verified Data
Capacity
5.0 QUART
Viscosity
See Manual

Drain Plug Torque: 20 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EAO59

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🛢️ 5.0L 8 -cyl Engine Code [H] H

Verified Data
Capacity
5.0 QUART
Viscosity
See Manual

Drain Plug Torque: 20 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EAO59

Recommended Products

Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/1981/chevrolet/monte-carlo/5-0l-8-cyl-engine-code-h-h/

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