Engine Oil and Oil Filter Change

Important: DO NOT use engine oil additives in Corvette engines.

When adding to, or changing to the engine oil, use ONLY oils of the proper quality. The
Corvette engine requires a special oil meeting the GM Specification 4718M. The oils
meeting this GM Specification may be identified as synthetic, and should also be
identified with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified For Gasoline Engines
STARBURST symbol. However, NOT ALL Synthetic oils with the STARBURST symbol will
meet this GM Specification. Look for and use ONLY the oils that meet GM Specification
4718M.

(All Corvette engines are filled at the factory with Mobil 1® synthetic oil, which meets all
requirements of GM Specification 4718M.

Engine Oil Quality and Viscosity (Export)

In areas of the world other than North America, it may be difficult to find oils that display
the API STARBURST symbol and that are labeled as meeting the GM4718M Specification.

If you cannot find API STARBURST displaying oils identified as meeting the GM4718M
requirements, look for oils that meet the API Service SJ and ACEA A3-96 requirements.

The recommended SAE engine oil viscosity is 5W-30, however, additional engine oil
viscosites meeting the API Service SJ and ACEA A3-96 requirements may be used in
accordance with the temperature ranges shown.

Note: API SJ wird seit 2001 durch API SK/SL ersetzt.

Lubrication System
• Oil Capacity (without Oil Filter Change)
5.678 Liters 6.0 Quarts

• Oil Capacity (with Oil Filter Change)

6.151 Liters 6.5 Quarts
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Change

Removal Procedure
Notice: To prevent leakage of oil filters, it is very important that you closely follow the
installation instructions listed below or engine damage may result.

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.

Important: In order to completely drain the oil from the oil pan internal baffling,
the bottom of the oil pan must be level during the oil drain procedure.

Allow a MINIMUM of 7 MINUTES for the engine oil to fully drain, once the engine
oil drain plug and the engine oil filter are removed.

2. Remove the engine oil drain plug and allow the oil to drain.
 3. Remove the engine oil filter by turning the oil filter counterclockwise and allow
any remaining oil to drain.

Installation Procedure

1. Clean the gasket sealing area on the engine oil filter mounting surface with a
clean, dry cloth.
2. Lightly oil the replacement engine oil filter gasket, use CLEAN oil.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion
inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings
affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use
the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in
order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Important: Use a cap-type wrench, AC Delco OF17W or equivalent, or a strap-

type wrench with swivel handle to insure proper installation.
 3. Install the filter by turning the engine oil filter clockwise.

Tighten
Tighten the engine oil filter to 30 N—m (22 lb ft).

4. Wipe the engine oil drain plug with a clean, dry cloth.
5. Install the engine oil drain plug.

Tighten
Tighten the engine oil drain plug to 25 N—m (18 lb ft).

Important: Allow a MINIMUM of 3 MINUTES for the NEW engine oil to fully fill the
engine oil pan.

6. Fill the engine with the proper type and amount of NEW engine oil. DO NOT use
any engine oil additives in Corvette engines.
7. Run the engine for 3 minutes and thoroughly inspect the oil filter and the oil pan
drain plug areas for leaks.
8. Allow the engine to cool for a minimum of 3 minutes.
9. Check the engine oil level.
10. Top-off the engine oil to the full mark on the oil level indicator (dipstick).
11. Lower the vehicle.

Resetting Oil Life Monitor

1. Turn ON the ignition leaving the engine OFF.
2. Cycle the accelerator pedal from a closed throttle to a wide open throttle (WOT) 3
times within 5 seconds. The Change Oil message flashes for 5 seconds when
reset.
3. Change the engine oil and filter.