2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Fourth generation Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| 6-speed transmission | DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. |
| 8-speed transmission | DEXRON-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid. |
| 10-speed | DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19352619, in Canada 19352620). |
| Chassis lubrication | Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. |
| Engine coolant | 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL coolant. |
| Engine oil | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Front and rear axle driveshaft splines | Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. 19257121, in Canada 19257122). |
| Hydraulic brake system | DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in Canada 19299571). |
| Key lock cylinders, hood hinges, body door hinge pins, tailgate hinge and linkage, fuel door hinge, tailgate handle pivot points, hinges, latch bolt, and linkage | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). |
| Transfer case (four-wheel drive) | DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. |
| Weatherstrip conditioning | Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or equivalent. |
| Weatherstrip squeaks | Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. 12371287, in Canada 10953437). |
| Windshield washer | Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. |
Chevrolet recommendations and specifications for oil and fluid for 2023 Silverado 1500.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Chevrolet warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
Table of Contents
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
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