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Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD Oil Type & Capacity
Factory manual oil type & capacity for the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.
Last updated: 2026-05-12 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team
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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD uses 7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos..
| Generation | Years | Top spec |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 | 7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. |
| 2022-2023 | 2022-2023 | 9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50. |
| 2021 | 2021 | 7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. |
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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD uses 7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos..
Fluid type and capacity can change by engine, drivetrain, and transmission. Verify the exact branch before filling anything. Once the spec is confirmed, use the supplies and purchase links below to build the full one-trip shopping list before you start the repair.
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2024
2024Engine Oil (Gas)7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
Engine Oil (Diesel)9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality.
When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Notes
- →Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
- →Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
2022-2023
2022-2023Engine Oil (Diesel)9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality.
When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Engine Oil (Gas)7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
Notes
- →Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
- →Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
2021
2021Engine Oil (Gas)7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
Engine Oil (Diesel)9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality.
When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Notes
- →Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
- →Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
2020
2020Engine Oil (Diesel)9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality.
When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Engine Oil (Gas)7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
Notes
- →Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
- →Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
2017-2019
2017-2019Engine Oil (6.0L Eng)5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent.
ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check to be sure the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification.
For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures.
DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 10W-50.
Engine Oil (6.6L Eng)9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oil designated as API CJ-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality.
DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Notes
- →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check to be sure the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 10W-50.
- →Oil designated as API CJ-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
2015-2016
2015-2016Engine Oil (6.0L Eng)6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent.
ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check to be sure the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification.
For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures.
DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 10W-50.
Engine Oil (6.6L Eng)10.00 QTS. (9.46 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oil designated as API CJ-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality.
DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50.
When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Notes
- →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check to be sure the oil is approved to the dexos1 specification. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 10W-50.
- →Oil designated as API CJ-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
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- Engine Oil (Gas)
- 7.50 QTS. (7.09 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Dexos Note: Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos.
- Engine Oil (Diesel)
- 9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Oils designated as API CJ-4 or CK-4 are required for the vehicle. The CJ-4 or CK-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. When it is very cold, below 0Deg. F (-18Deg.C), you should use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. Do not use other viscosity such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
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Last updated: 2026-05-12