2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 takes 10 quarts (9.5 liters) of 15W-40 oil with a filter change.
Key takeaways
- Oil: 15W-40, about 10 quarts with a filter change.
- Use a quality full synthetic that meets this viscosity grade.
- Change the oil filter every time you change the oil.
Oil viscosity15W-40
Capacity (with filter)10 qt
| Engine | Viscosity | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Silverado HD 6.6 V8 DPF | 15W-40 | 10 qt / 9.5 L |
Capacities are with an oil-filter change. Confirm on the dipstick after refilling.
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Sources: cararac - Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Reviewed by the GarageDex editorial team against manufacturer and retailer fitment data.
Capacities shown include the oil filter. Always confirm against your dipstick after refilling.
Oil & filter for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
You need 15W-40 oil (10 quarts with a filter change). Buy the oil and a filter together; a DIY oil change takes about 30 minutes, or any shop can do it.
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Shop 15W-40 oil + filterFrequently asked
How much oil does a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 take?
It takes 10 quarts (9.5 liters) with an oil-filter change.
What kind of oil does a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 use?
15W-40 full-synthetic motor oil.
See where this sits in our study of the most common engine oil viscosities in the US.