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If you are searching for a Chevy Silverado 1500 oil change, this guide covers the details that matter most: how to change the oil, the 5.3L V8 drain plug location, oil filter access, oil capacity, viscosity, torque specification, tools, and the correct refill procedure. This guide focuses primarily on the 2014–2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with […]
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If you are searching for a Chevy Silverado 1500 oil change, this guide covers the details that matter most: how to change the oil, the 5.3L V8 drain plug location, oil filter access, oil capacity, viscosity, torque specification, tools, and the correct refill procedure.
This guide focuses primarily on the 2014–2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L Ecotec3 V8. Some specifications vary by model year, engine configuration, and VIN. Always confirm the information in your owner’s manual before beginning service.
| Specification | Typical 2014–2019 Silverado 1500 5.3L |
|---|---|
| Recommended oil | SAE 0W-20 full synthetic, dexos1-approved |
| Capacity with filter | Approximately 8 quarts, or 7.6 liters |
| Drain plug size | 15mm |
| Drain plug location | Bottom of the oil pan toward the passenger side |
| Drain plug torque | Approximately 18 ft-lbs, or 24 Nm |
| Oil filter style | Spin-on filter |
| Oil filter location | Near the front of the engine block, close to the oil pan |
| Filter access | From underneath the truck |
| Common filter numbers | ACDelco PF63, PF63E; older applications may use PF48 or PF48E |
The 8-quart capacity is a starting point, not a reason to pour all eight quarts in without checking the dipstick. Leave a small amount out initially, run the engine, let the oil settle, and then bring the level to the correct mark.
For exact fitment, check your owner’s manual or verify the truck’s year, engine, and VIN with a parts supplier. The 5.3L in a Silverado 2500 or 3500 may use different oil specifications and capacity.
The oil drain plug sits on the underside of the engine oil pan, toward the passenger side of the truck. You access it from below.
Look for a single bolt at the low point of the oil pan. Position your drain pan so it catches the initial stream of oil, which may travel sideways before flowing straight down.
A 15mm wrench or socket typically fits the factory drain plug. Use the correct size tool and keep it fully seated on the bolt head. A loose-fitting wrench can round the plug and create a more difficult repair later.
The drain plug torque is approximately 18 ft-lbs. Because torque can vary by model year and oil pan design, verify the value for your specific Silverado before tightening. Do not overtighten the plug. Excessive force can damage the threads, distort the gasket, or make the next oil change unnecessarily difficult.
The 5.3L uses a spin-on oil filter mounted near the front of the engine block, close to the oil pan. You normally access the filter from underneath the truck.
The filter may be tight from the previous service, especially if it was installed dry or overtightened. Try loosening it by hand first. If needed, use a strap wrench or oil-filter wrench.
Before installing the new filter:
For many 2014–2019 5.3L applications, the current ACDelco filter is PF63. PF63E may appear in older parts listings. Earlier Silverado 5.3L engines may use PF48 or PF48E. Confirm the correct part before starting the job.
Gather everything before lifting the truck or removing the drain plug:
Never rely on a hydraulic jack alone to support the Silverado. Use properly rated ramps or jack stands on a level, stable surface.
Park on a flat surface and engage the parking brake. Chock the wheels if you raise the truck.
Run the engine for a few minutes if it is cold. Warm oil drains more easily, but do not begin while the engine or exhaust components are hot enough to cause burns.
Open the hood and remove the oil fill cap. This allows air to enter the engine while the old oil drains.
Confirm that the cap identifies 0W-20 or check your owner’s manual before adding oil.
From underneath, locate the oil pan and drain plug toward the passenger side. Place the drain pan underneath and slightly offset in the direction the oil will initially flow.
Use the 15mm wrench or socket to loosen the plug. Finish removing it by hand while keeping pressure against the plug.
Allow the oil to drain completely. Give it several minutes, especially if the truck has been used for towing, hauling, or extended highway driving.
Check the drain plug threads and gasket. Replace a damaged, flattened, or leaking gasket.
Thread the plug in by hand to avoid cross-threading. Tighten it with a torque wrench to approximately 18 ft-lbs, unless your model-year service information specifies a different value.
Move the drain pan beneath the filter. Loosen the spin-on filter and allow oil to drain from it before removing it completely.
Inspect the engine mounting surface. The old filter gasket must not remain stuck to the engine. A double gasket can cause a serious oil leak when the engine starts.
Apply fresh 0W-20 oil to the new gasket. Install the filter by hand until the gasket contacts the mounting surface. Tighten it according to the instructions printed on the filter.
Do not use a wrench to force the filter tighter unless the manufacturer specifically requires it.
Lower the truck if you raised it. Place a funnel in the oil-fill opening and add approximately 7 to 7½ quarts first.
Reinstall the fill cap. Start the engine and let it run for about 30–60 seconds. Shut it off and wait at least one minute for the oil to return to the pan.
Check the dipstick with the truck on level ground. Add oil gradually until the level reaches the full mark. Avoid overfilling.
With the engine running briefly, inspect the drain plug and oil filter for leaks. Shut the engine off and check again after the oil settles.
Reset the Silverado’s oil-life monitor according to the instructions for your model year. The menu controls vary between trim levels and instrument clusters.
Dispose of the used oil and filter at an approved recycling location. Never pour used oil onto the ground or into a drain.
Avoid these frequent problems:
The Silverado 1500 is often used as a family truck, work truck, towing vehicle, or business fleet asset. Those conditions make consistent oil changes especially important.
An oil change is an ideal time to check other maintenance items. Ask the technician to inspect:
MOMS Mobile Oil Change includes a 23-point inspection with its oil change service, helping identify small issues before they become interruptions on the road.
A dirty engine air filter can restrict airflow. A clogged cabin air filter can reduce HVAC performance and air quality. Worn wiper blades can create dangerous visibility problems during Philadelphia rain, snow, and road spray. A battery health check is also valuable before winter starts in Montgomery County.
Learn more about engine air filter replacement, cabin air filter replacement, and windshield wiper replacement.
You can perform a Silverado oil change yourself, but you do not have to spend your weekend under a truck.
MOMS Mobile Oil Change brings professional service to your driveway, office parking lot, or fleet location in Ambler, Philadelphia, and Montgomery County. Our technicians arrive with the equipment and supplies needed to complete the service cleanly and efficiently.
You can request a full synthetic oil change with premium oil options, a quality filter, fluid checks, tire-pressure checks, and the 23-point inspection. We can also handle the engine air filter, cabin air filter, wipers, battery checks, and other routine maintenance during the same visit.
For work trucks, contractors, landscapers, delivery vehicles, and other commercial operations, our fleet maintenance service helps reduce downtime. Parked trucks do not make money. On-site fleet service lets your vehicles stay at the yard or office while maintenance is completed.
We serve truck owners throughout Ambler, Blue Bell, Horsham, Willow Grove, Lansdale, Jenkintown, Conshohocken, Philadelphia, and surrounding Montgomery County communities.
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A typical 2014–2019 Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L V8 takes approximately 8 quarts with a filter change. Add oil gradually and verify the dipstick.
Many 5.3L Ecotec3 engines use 0W-20 full synthetic oil that meets the required dexos1 specification. Confirm the requirement for your exact model year.
The drain plug commonly uses a 15mm wrench or socket.
The commonly reported specification is approximately 18 ft-lbs, or 24 Nm. Verify the torque for your truck’s specific year and VIN.
Yes. MOMS can perform a mobile oil change at a suitable driveway, office lot, or fleet location. The vehicle must be parked on a safe, stable, reasonably level surface with enough room for the technician to work.
Follow the maintenance schedule in your owner’s manual. Frequent towing, hauling, idling, dusty roads, and short trips can place additional demands on the engine and may justify more frequent service.
Technical reference: 1A Auto’s 2014–2019 Chevy Silverado oil change guide and GM/ACDelco filter information. Always verify specifications for the exact vehicle.
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