{"id":445,"date":"2026-06-12T23:28:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T03:28:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1987-isuzu-pickup-2-2l-4-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-12T23:28:29","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T03:28:29","slug":"1987-isuzu-pickup-2-2l-4-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1987-isuzu-pickup-2-2l-4-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"1987 Isuzu Pickup 2.2L Diesel Maintenance Guide | Oil & Fluid Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 1987 Isuzu Pickup with the 2.2L 4-cylinder Diesel engine (Engine Code S S), the oil capacity is 6 quarts when changing with a filter. Recommended viscosities include 10W-30 for temperatures below 30\u00b0C, and 15W-40, 20W-40, or 20W-50 for temperatures above -14\u00b0C. AMSOIL recommends Signature Series 15W-40 100% Synthetic Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a> (DMEQT-EA<\/a>) for superior wear protection.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 1987 Isuzu Pickup 2.2L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 1987 Isuzu Pickup 2.2L Diesel (Engine Code S S) requires an oil with an API grade of CF. Depending on your operating environment, you should select the appropriate viscosity from the following confirmed options: 10W-30 (for temperatures below 30\u00b0C), or 15W-40, 20W-40, and 20W-50 for environments above -14\u00b0C. Note that SAE 5W-30 is not recommended for sustained high-speed driving.<\/p>\n

The engine oil capacity for the 1987 Isuzu Pickup 2.2L Diesel is 6 quarts when replacing the oil filter. It is essential to check the oil level after refilling to ensure proper lubrication.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup data, the following products are recommended for your 1987 Isuzu Pickup diesel engine and associated systems.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n15W-40<\/a><\/td>\nDMEQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Heavy-Duty 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\n15W-40<\/a><\/td>\nADPQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant & Antifreeze Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nType<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze<\/td>\nOAT 50\/50 Pre-mix<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze<\/td>\nConcentrated<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Transmission Fluid Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nApplication<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nAutomatic (03-56\/03-55)<\/td>\nATFPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Multi-Vehicle ATF<\/td>\nAutomatic (03-56\/03-55)<\/td>\nOTFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Manual Transmission Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series 5W-30<\/td>\n5W-30<\/a><\/td>\nASLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Extended-Life 5W-30<\/td>\n5W-30<\/a><\/td>\nXLFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE 5W-30<\/td>\n5W-30<\/a><\/td>\nOEFQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Parameter<\/th>\nSpecification\/Value<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Grade<\/td>\nCF<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Viscosity Guide<\/h3>\n
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Temperature Range<\/th>\nRecommended Viscosity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Below 30\u00b0C<\/td>\n10W-30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above -14\u00b0C<\/td>\n15W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Below -14\u00b0C<\/td>\n5W-30 (Not for sustained high speed)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above 0\u00b0C<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Above 24\u00b0C<\/td>\n40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

How much oil does it take with a filter change?<\/h3>\n

Engine and Transmission Fluid Details<\/h2>\n

Coolant Capacity<\/h3>\n

The coolant capacity varies depending on your transmission type:<\/p>\n