{"id":314,"date":"2026-05-30T09:51:50","date_gmt":"2026-05-30T13:51:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2022-chevrolet-silverado-1500-pickup-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-05-30T10:13:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-30T14:13:36","slug":"2022-chevrolet-silverado-1500-pickup-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2022-chevrolet-silverado-1500-pickup-3-0l-6-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3.0L Duramax Diesel Oil & Maintenance Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What oil does a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3.0L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 3.0L 6-cylinder LM2 T Diesel Turbo engine requires a viscosity of 0W-20<\/strong> for all temperatures. The oil capacity is 7 quarts<\/strong> when performing an oil change with a filter replacement. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 0W-20 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/a> (Code: DP020QT-EA<\/a>) for this application.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup data, here are the recommended products for your 3.0L Duramax diesel engine and related systems:<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n
Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity\/Grade<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 0W-20 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\n0W-20 (SEOA5)<\/a><\/td>\nDP020QT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Oil Filter<\/td>\nNot confirmed<\/td>\nWL10351-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Coolant & Transmission<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series ULV 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nULVPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Other Components<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nRecommendation Status<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Air Filter<\/td>\nNo recommendations available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Vapor Filter<\/td>\nNo recommendations available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Manual Transmission Fluid<\/td>\nNo recommendations available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications & Details<\/h2>\n

Proper lubrication is critical for the 3.0L LM2 T Diesel engine to manage soot and maintain performance.<\/p>\n

Oil Viscosity and Capacity<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
Specification<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Viscosity<\/td>\n0W-20 (All TEMPS)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Grade (AMSOIL lookup)<\/td>\nSEOA5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n7 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: After refilling, always check the oil level.<\/em><\/p>\n

Installation Torque<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n
Component<\/th>\nTorque Value<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug<\/td>\n18 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Details<\/h2>\n

The 10-speed automatic transmission in this Silverado has specific fill requirements depending on whether the cooler is included and the specific transmission model (MQB, MQC, MHS, or MHT).<\/p>\n

Transmission Capacity Guide<\/h3>\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n
Application Type<\/th>\nTotal Fill Capacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
10-speed With Cooler<\/td>\n12 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10-speed Trans Only<\/td>\n11.6 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill<\/td>\n8.1 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note:<\/strong> The AMSOIL lookup references the WSS-M2C949-A specification (developed by Ford and GM) for these applications. Products meeting this spec are available under DEXRON ULV and MERCON ULV tradenames. For this application, AMSOIL lists ULVPK-EA<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Coolant Specifications<\/h2>\n

Maintaining the cooling system is vital for diesel engine longevity. The system capacity is 20.5 quarts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n
Product<\/th>\nType\/Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze<\/td>\nEthylene glycol 50\/50 pre-mix; OAT formulation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze<\/td>\nConcentrated (requires mixing with distilled or high-quality water)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Common diesel oil-related concerns and how AMSOIL products may help<\/h2>\n

Diesel engines face unique stresses compared to gasoline counterparts. Below is a summary of how specific fluids can support your engine.<\/p>\n

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Concern<\/th>\nWhy it matters<\/th>\nAMSOIL Product<\/th>\nHow it may help<\/th>\nLimitation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Soot & Sludge<\/td>\nDiesel combustion produces soot that can contaminate oil.<\/td>\nDP020QT-EA<\/a><\/td>\nMay help manage soot and prevent sludge.<\/td>\nRequires regular intervals.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Temperature Extremes<\/td>\nCold starts or high heat can affect viscosity.<\/td>\nDP020QT-EA<\/a><\/td>\nExcels in hot and cold extremes.<\/td>\nNot a substitute for maintenance.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Heavy Towing Heat<\/td>\nTowing generates significant heat in the transmission.<\/td>\nULVPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\nWithstands rigors of heavy towing.<\/td>\nDiagnosis required for mechanical issues.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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