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1990 Ford THUNDERBIRD

Factory Maintenance Specifications

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Looking for the correct oil type for your 1990 Ford THUNDERBIRD? According to factory specs, the 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [4] 4 requires 5W-30 viscosity oil. Using the right oil capacity of 5.0 QUARTS ensures engine longevity and fuel efficiency.

🛢️ 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [4] 4

Verified Data

Capacity

5.0 QUART

Viscosity

5W-30

Factory Filter: 51516

Recommended Products

🛢️
Shop Correct Oil (5W-30) ensure matches factory spec
⚙️
Shop Oil Filter (51516) 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/1990/ford/thunderbird/3-8l-6-cyl-engine-code-4-4/

🛢️ 3.8L 6 -cyl Engine Code [R] R

Verified Data

Capacity

5.0 QUART

Viscosity

5W-30

Factory Filter: EAO34

Recommended Products

🛢️
Shop Correct Oil (5W-30) ensure matches factory spec
⚙️
Shop Oil Filter (EAO34) 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/1990/ford/thunderbird/3-8l-6-cyl-engine-code-r-r/

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