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1988 Chevrolet NOVA

Factory Maintenance Specifications

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Looking for the correct oil type for your 1988 Chevrolet NOVA? According to factory specs, the 1.6L 4 -cyl Engine Code [4] 4 requires 10W-30 viscosity oil. Using the right oil capacity of 3.5 QUARTS ensures engine longevity and fuel efficiency.

🛢️ 1.6L 4 -cyl Engine Code [4] 4

Verified Data

Capacity

3.5 QUART

Viscosity

10W-30

Drain Plug Torque: 25 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EA15K09

Recommended Products

🛢️
Shop Correct Oil (10W-30) ensure matches factory spec
⚙️
Shop Oil Filter (EA15K09) replace every oil change
🔧
Crush Washers/Gaskets don't reuse old ones!
🥣 Oil Drain Pan
🌪️ Funnel Set

Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/1988/chevrolet/nova/1-6l-4-cyl-engine-code-4-4/

🛢️ 1.6L 4 -cyl Engine Code [5] D

Verified Data

Capacity

3.9 QUART

Viscosity

10W-30

Drain Plug Torque: 25 ft/lbs

Factory Filter: EA15K09

Recommended Products

🛢️
Shop Correct Oil (10W-30) ensure matches factory spec
⚙️
Shop Oil Filter (EA15K09) replace every oil change
🔧
Crush Washers/Gaskets don't reuse old ones!
🥣 Oil Drain Pan
🌪️ Funnel Set

Source: https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/1988/chevrolet/nova/1-6l-4-cyl-engine-code-5-d/

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