Chevrolet Silverado 3500 oil specs by year

The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 (2010–2018) uses 6 qt of 5W-30 oil across all 8 model years covered here for the primary engine. Select a year below for the full record with filter part numbers and source notes.

Multiple engine options: The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 was offered with 6 engine options across its history. Open the exact year page and select your engine to see the correct capacity and viscosity for your vehicle.
Year Capacity Oil type Filter Page
2018 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2017 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2016 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2015 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2013 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2012 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2011 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →
2010 6 qt 5W-30 AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 Verified fit Open record →

Chevrolet Silverado 3500 oil spec changes by year

Oil specs remained consistent across the 2010–2018 model years covered here. The primary engine uses 6 qt of 5W-30 throughout this range. Always open the exact year page and confirm the source notes before buying.

Capacity 6 qt Same across all 8 listed years
Oil type 5W-30 Same across all 8 listed years
Filter brands AMSOIL, Purolator In checked records — open year page for part numbers
  • 2015: engine option “4.8L V8” removed.

Chevrolet Silverado 3500 oil — frequently asked questions

What oil does the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 take?
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 takes 6 qt of 5W-30 oil across the 2010–2018 model years covered here. Always open the exact year page and confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
Is the oil capacity the same for all Chevrolet Silverado 3500 years?
Yes. All 8 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 model years covered here use 6 qt as the primary engine capacity. Confirm in your owner's manual before buying.
Does the Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have different oil specs for different engines?
Yes. The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has been offered with multiple engine options (4.3L V6, 4.8L V8, 5.3L V8, and others). Each engine can have a different oil capacity and viscosity. Open the exact year page, select your engine, and confirm specs before buying.
What oil filter fits the Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
The most recent checked year lists AMSOIL EA15K50; AMSOIL EA15K01; AMSOIL EA15K02 as a compatible oil filter for the Chevrolet Silverado 3500. Filter part numbers can change across model years — open the exact year page for the source-checked part number for your year.

Look up a specific Chevrolet Silverado 3500 year

Select a model year to open the exact checked oil fitment record before ordering.