2016–2022 Chevrolet Colorado Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2016–2022 Chevrolet Colorado with the LWN 2.8L Duramax Diesel engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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GM 2.8L Duramax Diesel — Colorado/Canyon 2016+
2016–2022 Colorado · 2016–2022 Canyon
Some Experience Helpful
✅ The small Duramax diesel is a capable engine. Requires diesel-specific oil. Top-mounted filter is easy to access. Worth doing yourself.
⚠️ Colorado/Canyon Duramax requires diesel-specific 5W-30 oil. Do NOT use regular gasoline engine oil.
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Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic Diesel
Capacity
6.0 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
ACDelco PF457G | Fram CH8873
Engine Code
LWN 2.8L Duramax Diesel
Tools You'll Need
- 15mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (GM #12337141)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 15mm | Torque: 18 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | GM #12337141 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Top of engine, driver side |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Vehicle menu → Oil Life → Hold OK to reset. |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 6 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain comfortably.
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