2015–2020 Chevrolet Suburban Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2015–2020 Chevrolet Suburban with the EcoTec3 5.3L engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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GM 5.3L — Suburban/Yukon 2015–2020
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✅ Same engine as the Silverado 1500. Large capacity — make sure your drain container handles 8 quarts. Spin-on filter with good access.
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Oil Type
0W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity
8.0 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
ACDelco PF64 | Fram PH12060
Engine Code
EcoTec3 5.3L
Tools You'll Need
- 15mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 3.5 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 | Driver side of engine block |
| 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 8 quarts this is a large drain — Oil Pal's 3.5-gallon capacity handles it perfectly.
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