{"id":469,"date":"2026-06-14T11:47:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-14T15:47:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1982-pontiac-6000-4-3l-6-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-06-14T11:47:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T15:47:28","slug":"1982-pontiac-6000-4-3l-6-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/1982-pontiac-6000-4-3l-6-cyl-diesel-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"1982 Pontiac 6000 4.3L Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil & Filter Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 1982 Pontiac 6000 with the 4.3L 6-cylinder Engine Code [T] Diesel, the engine oil capacity is 5.9 quarts with a filter change. Recommended viscosities include 10W-30 for temperatures below 16\u00b0C, 15W-40 for -18 to 16\u00b0C, and 30 weight oil for continuous driving above 0\u00b0C. AMSOIL recommends using Signature Series 10W-30 Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a> or Signature Series 5W-30 Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/a> paired with an AMSOIL or WIX oil filter<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 1982 Pontiac 6000 4.3L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The engine requires an oil with a CF grade specification. Depending on your operating environment, you should select the appropriate viscosity: 10W-30 for temperatures below 16\u00b0C, 15W-40 for temperatures between -18 to 16\u00b0C, or 30 weight oil for continuous driving above 0\u00b0C.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

The following high-performance fluids and filters are recommended for your 1982 Pontiac 6000 diesel engine to ensure optimal protection and longevity.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series 10W-30 100% Synthetic Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n10W-30<\/a><\/td>\nDTTQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 10W-30 Heavy-Duty 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\n10W-30<\/a><\/td>\nADNQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series 5W-30 100% Synthetic Max-Duty Diesel Oil<\/td>\n5W-30<\/a><\/td>\nDHDQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Oil Filter Options<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Oil Filter<\/td>\nEAO23-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX XP Oil Filter<\/td>\n51036XP-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Oil Filter<\/td>\n51036-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant & Transmission Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nCode<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ATF<\/td>\nAMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
ATF<\/td>\nAMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
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Specification<\/th>\nDetail<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Grade<\/td>\nCF<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n26 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Capacity<\/h3>\n
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Condition<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
With Filter Change<\/td>\n5.9 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: Always check the oil level after refilling.<\/em><\/p>\n

How much coolant and transmission fluid is required?<\/h2>\n

Coolant capacity varies based on your vehicle’s configuration, with approximately 13.2 to 13.7 quarts required. For the automatic transmission (THM125C), the total fill capacity for a 3-speed model is 4.8 quarts, while an initial fill requires 4 quarts.<\/p>\n

Coolant Capacity Details<\/h3>\n
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Configuration<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
With AC<\/td>\n13.7 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Without AC (O)<\/td>\n13.2 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Transmission Fluid Details<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Specification\/Type<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
THM125C (3-speed) Total Fill<\/td>\n4.8 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill<\/td>\n4 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: The manufacturer’s technical service bulletin indicates that the Dexron II or III specification has been updated to Dexron VI for this application.<\/em><\/p>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n