GlenL

Just got an '87 944. My first 944 and no owners manual in the car.

I searched the forum and have put in 6 quarts of 20w50 oil. Just need to top it off.

Wondering about a few other basics:

What octane gas?

How big is the tank?

Dexron ATF in the power steering?

Regular 75w90 gear lube for the tranny?

Should the coolant be "Dexcool" and distilled water?

Thanks!

GlenL

Cool.

Thanks.

Chris_924s

I run premium- 92 or so. the higher compression engine likes that a lot!

Try this Glen: http://www.connact.com/~kgross/FAQ/944faq.html

Ginger

The gas tank door says 91 is the minimum recommended for my '86. I use 93 in mine since there isn't a lot of 91 in my area. You might check your door and see if the sticker is still on there.

M758

Well.
83-87 US spec cars require only 87 octane. 88's require 91 since they have higher compression ratio.

Oil volume is 6.4 quarts or so.

Oh.... Welcome to the 944!