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Recommended 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Engine Oil Capacity & Type

Chevrolet / 90° V6 engine / 262 CID / LU3
Displacement - 4.3L V6
Power - 195 hp
Torque - 260 lb/ft
Oil Capacity - 4.5 quarts
Oil Viscosity - 5W-30
Oil Drain Plug Torque - 18 lb/ft
Coolant Capacity - 16.5 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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- REPLACEMENT HIGH VOLUME OIL PUMP - If you have an engine that can rev beyond 6,000 RPM or higher, a high performance or high volume oil pump would probably be a good upgrade and provide added lubricat...

- FIT THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES - High volume & high pressure oil pump compatible with 4.8L 5.3L 5.7L 6.0L GM Vortec V8 engine oil pump, induding Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Avalanche, Camaro, Ex...

- REPLACE PART NUMBER - Replace GM 12696357 12586665 oil pump, replace Melling M295HV oil pump. Commonly found on Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, Avalanche, Camaro, Express, Trailblazer, GMC Sierr...

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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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- EASY INSTALLATION: Engine oil filter comes with Suregrip non-slip surface making it easy to remove and implement your filter without slippery mess ups. Perfect for the DIYer like yourself, just screw...

- DURABLE DUAL LAYER: Compare to standard oil filters, FRAM Ultra Synthetic provides 99%+ filtration efficiency with pleated media that entraps all kinds of dirt and exhaust for a cleaner output.

- SUPERIOR ENGINE PROTECTION: FRAM car oil filter is composed of a slick silicone anti-drainback valve, delivering superior start-up engine protection with up to 3X the hot oil resistance. Keep your fil...

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- Country of origin : United States

- Package Dimensions : 6.67" L x 4.47" W x 3.73" H

- Package weight : 1.71 pounds

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- EFFICIENCY: Tough Guard provides 99% filtration efficiency and ideal protection for drivers who push their vehicles to the extreme.

- ENGINE PROTECTION: Synthetic fiber/cellulose blend increases dirt-trapping and dirt-holding capacity for higher levels of engine protection and longer filter life. Synthetic blend media provides 99% d...

- TEMPERATURE RESISTENCE: For heavy-duty towing and hauling, stop-and-go traffic, or extreme weather, Tough Guard is engineered to handle demanding conditions. Engineered for either conventional or synt...

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- Easy At Home Bolt On Installation

- 2" Steel Tubing ads tough protection to your bumper and grille.

- Corrosion resistant black powder coat w/ a Die Cut RC Logo.

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Changing oil is an important maintenance task for any Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicle. Oil lubricates and cools the engine, increasing performance and extending its life. The 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as well as the torque required for the oil drain plug.

Browse the charts to determine how much oil your 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 takes and check other oil related specifications.