{"id":304,"date":"2026-05-29T16:34:44","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T20:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-chevrolet-colorado-2-8l-4-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T16:34:44","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T20:34:44","slug":"2016-chevrolet-colorado-2-8l-4-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-chevrolet-colorado-2-8l-4-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8L Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil & Filter Specs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado equipped with the 2.8L 4-cylinder LWN 5 Diesel Turbo engine, the oil capacity is 6 quarts<\/strong> (including filter replacement). The recommended viscosity for all temperatures is 5W-30<\/strong>, though 0W-40 may be used for temperatures below -29\u00b0C. AMSOIL recommends AMSOIL 5W-30 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/a> (DP530QT-EA<\/a>) paired with a WIX Oil Filter<\/a> (WL10286-EA<\/a>) for optimal protection.<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado with the 2.8L 4-cylinder LWN 5 Diesel Turbo engine requires specific diesel-grade lubrication. The AMSOIL lookup identifies an oil grade of SEOA5. For optimal performance across all temperatures, a 5W-30 viscosity is recommended.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup data, the following products are recommended for your 2.8L Diesel Colorado maintenance needs:<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Engine Oil<\/td>\nAMSOIL 5W-30 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/a><\/td>\nDP530QT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Filter<\/td>\nWIX Oil Filter<\/td>\nWL10286-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Air Filter<\/td>\nWIX Air Filter [1]<\/td>\nWA10427-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant (Pre-mix)<\/td>\nAMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant (Concentrate)<\/td>\nAMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission<\/td>\nAMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Automatic Transmission<\/td>\nAMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Transfer Case<\/td>\nAMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Viscosity<\/th>\nTemperature Range<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
5W-30<\/td>\nAll Temperatures<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0W-40<\/td>\nBelow -29\u00b0C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note:<\/strong> The AMSOIL lookup note states that vehicles originally using GM Dexos2 may use a GM Dexos D licensed engine oil of the appropriate viscosity grade.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Capacity & Torque<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Description<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n6 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n18 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Always check the oil level after refilling.<\/em><\/p>\n

How much transmission fluid does it take?<\/h2>\n

For vehicles equipped with the 6-speed 6L50 automatic transmission, capacities vary depending on whether you are performing an initial fill or a total system service. Ensure you use the correct synthetic fluid to maintain smooth shifting.<\/p>\n

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Service Type<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill<\/td>\n6.7 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Fill (6L50)<\/td>\n11.2 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Diesel maintenance notes for this vehicle<\/h2>\n