{"id":89,"date":"2026-05-18T08:31:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T12:31:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/?p=89"},"modified":"2026-05-31T18:45:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-31T22:45:14","slug":"2018-chevrolet-cruze-1-6l-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2018-chevrolet-cruze-1-6l-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2018 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Diesel Turbo Oil & Maintenance Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Quick Oil and Filter Specifications<\/h2>\n

For the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L 4-cylinder Diesel Turbo (Engine Code [E] LH7 O), the oil capacity is 5.3 quarts<\/strong> with a filter change. The recommended viscosity for all temperatures is 5W-30<\/strong>. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 5W-30 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/a> (Product Code: DP530QT-EA<\/a>) paired with an AMSOIL Oil Filter<\/a> (Part Number: EA15K35-EA<\/a>).<\/p>\n

What oil does a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze with the 1.6L 4-cylinder diesel engine (LH7) requires specific viscosity grades for optimal protection. According to AMSOIL, you can use 5W-30 for all temperatures or 0W-40 if operating in environments below -29\u00b0C. The AMSOIL lookup oil grade is SEOA5.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL Product Recommendations<\/h2>\n

The following AMSOIL products are specifically listed for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze 1.6L Diesel Turbo to assist with routine maintenance and performance.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil & Filter<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-30 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil<\/td>\n5W-30 \/ 0W-40<\/a><\/td>\nDP530QT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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Filter Type<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Oil Filter<\/td>\nEA15K35-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
WIX Oil Filter<\/td>\nWL10331-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Transmission & Brake Fluids<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL DOT 3 and DOT 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Coolant<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Number<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze\/Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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

Note:<\/strong> 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

Oil Change Capacity and Torque<\/h3>\n
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Specification<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n5.3 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

Transmission Fluid Specifications<\/h2>\n

The 2018 Chevrolet Cruze diesel utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission (9T50). Proper fluid levels are critical for smooth shifting and longevity.<\/p>\n

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Fill Type<\/th>\nCapacity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Total Fill<\/td>\n10 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Initial Fill<\/td>\n5.3 quarts (Actual range: 5.0-6.0 liters)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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

Maintaining a diesel turbo engine requires attention to specific components that differ from gasoline models. Owners of the 1.6L LH7 variant should focus on:<\/p>\n