If its a 4.3 vortech 4.5 quarts,keep the other 1/2 quart in case it gets low, usually after 100,000 miles it uses a 1/2 quart
About 3
3.5 quarts
8
4.5 quarts with filter replacement.
( 6 quarts ) with engine oil filter change / according to the owners manual
3.5 quartz
( 5 quarts ) with engine oil filter change , according to the Owner Guide
The engine holds five quarts.
5
4.1 - per Auto Zone
4.5 qts with oil filter change.
The 98 cavalier holds 4.25 quarts. of oil approximately. The missing dipstick can cause oil to blow out of the dipstick tube while driving.