Park the vehicle on a level surface. Drain the oil and change the filter. Add 4 quarts of the correct weight oil. Start the engine and run for 30 seconds. Shut down and wait 30 minutes. Check the oil level and add as necessary to reach the full mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill. You now know the capacity.
7.7 quarts
A 1997 2.3L Ranger will hold four quarts of oil.
7.5 quarts of oil
3.3 quarts
Approx 11.5 quarts 15w40
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4 cyl holds 5 quarts 6 cyl holds 6 quarts
The 1997 Cadillac Seville with 4.6L V8 DOHC engine requires 7.5 quarts of oil.
Filter service requires about 5 quarts. Dry fill is about 9 quarts.
1.6 liter holds three quarts with a filter change.
If you're just draining and filling, 2 to 3 quarts are removed draining the trans. Add two, then drive the car and check the level. I