How much oil do you add when you change your oil and filter?

[blazee]

Originally Posted by BlazerLT

Ah, that is crankcase only which doesn't include the filter.

5.0 qts is right with filter.

It is for the whole system. This includes...the engine, oil lines, filter, and oil cooler.

Back to school for you!

Oil Change 101:

Quote from http://www.partsamerica.com/Maintena...andFilter.aspx
"Find oil filler, add amount of oil given in owners manual, 1 quart less if filter is not changed. Start engine and check for leaks at drain plug. Lower car. Check oil level; adjust if necessary."



Quote from http://www.carcentral.net/content/gu...nOilChange.php

"There are a few things to take into consideration in determining how much oil to add to the engine. Start by finding the oil capacity indicated in your car or truck's owners manual. Subtract the amount of oil you used if you filled the new oil filter before installing."

[wolfox]

FYI - Fresh filter change and oil change - 4.5 quarts for me. Doesn't burn or loose a drop in that time. *crosses fingers* After starting the engine and letting it sit for an hour, the 4.5 quart fill up comes up to 3/4 of the hash mark. When hot, after driving down the freeway and letting it sit for an hour, it rises slightly. Never had any issues.

[Rmbodie]

I must be putting way too much oil in mine , it seems to be leaking out the valve cover . What dip stick ? Don't you just add it til you see it in the hole . HAHA . I knew a woman who did this and said this right after saying her car sounded funny and then cut off .

[BlazerLT]

Originally Posted by blazee

It is for the whole system. This includes...the engine, oil lines, filter, and oil cooler.

Back to school for you!

Oil Change 101:

Quote from http://www.partsamerica.com/Maintena...andFilter.aspx
"Find oil filler, add amount of oil given in owners manual, 1 quart less if filter is not changed. Start engine and check for leaks at drain plug. Lower car. Check oil level; adjust if necessary."



Quote from http://www.carcentral.net/content/gu...nOilChange.php

"There are a few things to take into consideration in determining how much oil to add to the engine. Start by finding the oil capacity indicated in your car or truck's owners manual. Subtract the amount of oil you used if you filled the new oil filter before installing."

Blazee,

I specifically says "CRANKCASE" in the picture you gave us. That only means the amount you put in the crankcase without the oil filter volume included.

Honestly, why are you arguing with me, I am not trying to be mean to you or rude.

I don't need some links telling me how to change my oil, I know what is right and I know how to change my oil. You don't go by generic general guides on the internet on how you change your oil.

In my manual it says 4.5qts "with filter" change for my 1995. It specifically says with filter.

Give your local GM mechanic a call and ask him.

But realistically, better a 1/2 quart low than overfilled.

[BlazerLT]

Originally Posted by wolfox

FYI - Fresh filter change and oil change - 4.5 quarts for me. Doesn't burn or loose a drop in that time. *crosses fingers* After starting the engine and letting it sit for an hour, the 4.5 quart fill up comes up to 3/4 of the hash mark. When hot, after driving down the freeway and letting it sit for an hour, it rises slightly. Never had any issues.

Exactly....

That is what my 1995 take and reads as well.

[herkyhawki]

[quote=BlazerLT
Well, in 1996+ 4.3L , the capacity went from 4.5qts to 5.0qts. This is going by the Chilton's repair manual which breaks it down year to year. This was also verified by a fried who is a GM mechanic and looked it up for me.[/QUOTE]



1995 and earlier have stamped steel oil pans.
1996 and newer have cast aluminum oil pans.
There is a slight difference in capacity, and that is why there is a difference in GM's recommendation starting with 1996.
4.5 qts is still correct for 1995 & older.

[blazee]

Originally Posted by BlazerLT

Blazee,

I specifically says "CRANKCASE" in the picture you gave us. That only means the amount you put in the crankcase without the oil filter volume included.

Honestly, why are you arguing with me, I am not trying to be mean to you or rude.

I don't need some links telling me how to change my oil, I know what is right and I know how to change my oil. You don't go by generic general guides on the internet on how you change your oil.

In my manual it says 4.5qts "with filter" change for my 1995. It specifically says with filter.

Give your local GM mechanic a call and ask him.

But realistically, better a 1/2 quart low than overfilled.

The information I posted is correct. Anytime that a manufacturor lists a spec, it is for the system, unless all the componets of the system are broken down and their capaicties listed. The manufacturor can't assume that customers will be able to judge and estimate certain parts of the system. Why would the manual tell you to change the oil and filter, then only give you the amount to refill part of the system? I only posted the links so you could see a few places backing up what I said, because you always want proof when someone disagrees with you.

My Haynes manual also says 4.5qts "with filter" and it is for 95-01.

[BlazerLT]

Originally Posted by blazee

The information I posted is correct. Anytime that a manufacturor lists a spec, it is for the system, unless all the componets of the system are broken down and their capaicties listed. The manufacturor can't assume that customers will be able to judge and estimate certain parts of the system. Why would the manual tell you to change the oil and filter, then only give you the amount to refill part of the system? I only posted the links so you could see a few places backing up what I said, because you always want proof when someone disagrees with you.

My Haynes manual also says 4.5qts "with filter" and it is for 95-01.

It's your truck, do what you want, I am just trying to help people out and inform them.

Call you local gm dealer and ask them or better yet, call your local Jiffy Lube, they will have the amount on file for your year.

[metallica21156]

i put 5 quarts in my 95 and it burned a little oil and the oil level was well above the full mark. drained out the extra and now no oil. it was too high. i only put in 4.5 quarts and puts me right at the full mark. unless your going off roading as long as your in the upper cross hatches i think it will be fine. i do get a little worried when it gets to the lower crosshatchs.

[jcortes63]

This 4.5 qts applys too for blazer 93 s10, 4.3

[BlazerLT]

Originally Posted by jcortes63

This 4.5 qts applys too for blazer 93 s10, 4.3

Only if it is a CPI 4.3L.

If it is a TBI 4.3, you will need 5.0 qts total.

[BlazerBoyLT98]

The oil war isn't in Iraq it is right here in the AF! I buy the 5 quart jug of mobil 1 fpr my 98 and I put it all in, I read just about to the top of my cross hatches on the dipstick and I don't worry about it until it gets below the cross hatches which it has only done once. Other then that it is drain, swap filter, fill with mobil 1! Set it and forget it! Good luck everyone!

[BlazerLT]

No war here.

[s10blazerman4x4]

Sure about that?It seems like it from what im reading LOL

[BlazerBoyLT98]

Originally Posted by BlazerLT

No war here.

Once again I was just making a pun. I actually find it to be quite comical The best thing about this website other then helping a friend in need is the different views and methods on how to do things. Opens up a lot of new possibilities.