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Recommended 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Engine Oil Capacity & Type

General Motors / Atlas / Vortec 2800 / LK5
Displacement - 2.8L I-4
Oil Capacity - 5.0 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 19 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 10.4 quarts
General Motors / Atlas / Vortec 3500 / L52
Displacement - 3.5L V-6
Oil Capacity - 6.0 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 19 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 10.6 quarts

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- 40% more protection than industry standards with enhanced anti-wear additives that build a bonus layer of defense between critical moving parts within your engine

- Resist oil breakdown 10X better than industry standards with a combination of premium antioxidants that fight oil breakdown and degradation

- 25% better protection against deposits with extra engine-cleaning detergents

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- Ideal replacement - this engine oil drain plug matches the fit and function of the original drain plug

- Durable construction - this replacement drain plug is made of corrosion-resistant materials for reliable service

- Cost-effective solution - offers original equipment performance at competitive price

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- Ideal replacement - this engine oil drain plug matches the fit and function of the original drain plug

- Durable construction - this replacement drain plug is made of corrosion-resistant materials for reliable service

- Cost-effective solution - offers original equipment performance at competitive price

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- ADVANCED PROTECTION AGAINST the four main causes of engine breakdown: wear friction heat and deposits

- 40% BETTER WEAR PROTECTION vs. industry standard as tested in the Sequence IVB engine test

- 25% BETTER DEPOSIT PROTECTION with superior engine cleaning detergents as tested in the GMOD engine test

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- Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles

- Engineered for use with conventional or synthetic motor oil

- A special blend of fibers and resin creates a proprietary filter media that captures 95% of dirt particles that can cause harmful engine wear

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- Is 20-25% smaller in size, yet has more filtration media for greater capacity

- Has 10 times more open area in the core for improved flow

- Has a steel shell, threaded plate assembly, and leaf spring that can all be recycled

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- HIGH FLOW RATES: Designed to provide exceptional flow rates and a consistent flow of oil to your engine

- VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY: Designed to operate with all synthetic, conventional, and blended motor oils

- PROTECT YOUR ENGINE: Pleated synthetic-blend filtration media removes most harmful contaminants

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- Proven protection for up to 10,000 miles

- Engineered for use with conventional or synthetic motor oil

- A special blend of fibers and resin creates a proprietary filter media that captures 95% of dirt particles that can cause harmful engine wear

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Changing oil is an important maintenance task for any Chevrolet Colorado vehicle. Oil lubricates and cools the engine, increasing performance and extending its life. The 2005 Chevrolet Colorado oil capacity depends on the specific engine.

However, finding the right oil capacity is only one step of the process. Also pay attention to the recommended oil viscosity and type for your 2005 Chevrolet Colorado as well as the torque required for the oil drain plug.

Browse the charts to determine how much oil your 2005 Chevrolet Colorado takes and check other oil related specifications.