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1985 Pontiac 6000

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1985 6000.

The 1985 Pontiac 6000 is specified for 3 quarts of 10W-30 or 5W-30 engine oil. Its reliability history includes two recalls and seven total owner complaints, with steering identified as the top complaint area. This record places the model's primary reliability concerns within the steering system.

Model year1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity3 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type10W-30 / 5W-30OEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 12731175. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	12731175 alt 12737090
Engine air filter	25043317 alt 25040881
Fuel filter	22522452 alt 25171792
Spark plug	19300382 alt 19300874
Front wiper blades	15184702
Serpentine belt	14091802 alt 09433746
Thermostat	10207373 alt 10207381

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	189 in
Overall width	72 in
Overall height	53.5 in
Wheelbase	104.7 in
Curb weight	2738 lb
Weight distribution (front / rear)	62/38

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 3 qt of 10W-30 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Engine Coolant	ETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine Oil	10W-30 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	3 qt
Engine Oil	10W-30 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	4 qt
Engine Oil	10W-30 · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	6 qt

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 7,500 mi.

At 5,000 mi	Exhaust Pressure Regulator (inspect)
Every 5,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Clutch Pedal Assembly (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Shift Linkage (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Steering System (inspect)
At 7,500 mi	Carburetor Mounting Fasteners (inspect) · Choke System (inspect) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Throttle Body (torque)
Every 7,500 mi	Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Parking Brake Cable (lubricate)
Every 15,000 mi	Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust Pressure Regulator (inspect) · PCV System (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Choke System (inspect) · Diesel Fuel Injection Pump Timing (inspect) · Distributor Cap (inspect) · Distributor Vacuum Advance (inspect) · EGR System (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 100,000 mi	Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1985 Pontiac 6000’s federal footprint in this record is limited to six complaint categories—three for steering, plus single reports for vehicle speed control, engine/cooling, and tires—along with two crash-related and one fire-related complaint, with no recalls, investigations, or TSBs shown for the year. Against 1990 (11 complaints, two recalls, two investigations, no TSBs) and 1991 (six complaints, two recalls, two investigations, one TSB), 1985 has fewer visible complaints than 1990 and matches 1991’s complaint count, yet it lacks the formal safety actions logged for both later years. The record for 1990–1991 shows complaints declining while recalls and investigations hold steady, placing 1985 at an earlier point where federal actions are not documented. Since the data does not specify root causes and does not list any 1985 recalls or investigations, the absence of entries means the model year’s risk profile is unclear rather than proven low. For that reason, a 1985 Pontiac 6000 is not clearly the worst year in this small sample, but it is not a standout buy either: only purchase after a thorough inspection that pays special attention to steering, tires, and engine-cooling systems.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

2 involved a crash · 1 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 7 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Steering3

Vehicle Speed Control1

Engine & Engine Cooling1

Tires1

Wheels1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

06E043000Fuel System, GasolineReported 19/05/2006

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18… Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION…

84V132000Vehicle Speed Control:SpringsReported 16/10/1984

THE THROTTLE LINKAGE MAY BIND BECAUSE DURING NORMAL OPERATION, THE THROTTLE BODY CASE MAY INTERFERE WITH THE LINKAGE. THIS INTERFERENCE COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM CLOSING EVEN THOUGH THE DRIVER HAS REMOVED HIS FOOT… Remedy: THE DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLES AND IMPROVE THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR LINKAGE AND THROTTLE BODY CASING IF NEEDED, AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Vehicles taking 3 qt Engine oil filter 12731175 Engine air filter 25043317 Fuel filter 22522452 Spark plug 19300382

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1985 6000 take?

3 qt of ABOVE 40 degrees F: 30, ABOVE 0 degrees F: 10W-30, BELOW 60 degrees F: 5W-30, per the factory manual.

Does the 1985 6000 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.