2014–2020 Chevrolet Impala

2014-2020 Chevrolet Impala — Oil & Filter Change

By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 14, 2026

🔧🔧 Moderate 30-60 minutes $57 DIY

Save $53 by doing it yourself! Shop cost: $110

Quick answer: Oil & Filter Change on a 2014–2020 Chevrolet Impala is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 4 tools for this job, and parts cost about $57. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.

Quick Video Tutorial

Parts You Need

Total Cost

$57.00

Oil spec 3.6L V6

Capacity 6.0 qt with filter Viscosity 5W-30 (alt: 0W-30) Spec dexos1

Part Name	Part Number	Price	Buy
Engine Oil (5W-30)	—	$45.00	Amazon
Engine oil filter for 2014-2020 Chevrolet Impala; verify engine and VIN fitment	—	$12.00	Amazon
New drain-plug washer or O-ring when the service procedure requires it Optional	—	$3.00	Amazon

About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.

💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps carefully

Confirm oil and filter fitment

3.6L LFX V6: 6.0 quarts 5W-30 meeting dexos1. Cartridge under a cap on top — remove the engine cover to reach it. 24mm socket, drain-plug socket, new element with O-ring, funnel. Park level with the engine warm.

Raise and secure the vehicle

Brake set; wheels chocked. Lift the front at the pinch-weld points; support on stands — never under a jack-only car. Pop off the engine cover up top to expose the filter cap; the drain plug is reached from below.

Drain the old oil

Remove the fill cap to vent the crankcase. Slide the pan under the oil pan, remove the drain plug, and drain fully. The plug tightens to about 18 ft-lbs on reinstall. Wipe the pan flange clean.

Replace the filter

Unscrew filter cap; lift out the old cartridge. New O-ring lubricated with fresh oil; seat the new element in the cap. Thread the cap to spec — plastic threads crack if overtightened. Reinstall the drain plug to about 18 ft-lbs.

🔧 Mechanic's note — Tom Becker

The cap torque spec lives in your owner's manual for a reason — it's plastic threading into plastic. I go snug and stop; muscle cracks it.

Refill and check for leaks

Lower to level. Pour in 5.5 quarts dexos1 5W-30; wait; check the dipstick; top to the full mark — 6.0 total. Run 30 seconds; shut off; inspect for leaks. Recheck after a short drive; recycle the oil and element.

All Done!

Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using the wrong viscosity, specification, or filter
• Raising the vehicle without rated stands, ramps, and wheel chocks
• Forgetting the old filter gasket or reusing a crushed drain-plug washer
• Over-tightening the filter or drain plug and damaging the housing or pan
• Checking level on an uneven surface or overfilling after a partial drain

Tools You'll Need

Floor jack, rated jack stands or ramps, and wheel chocks Correct oil-filter wrench or cap tool Drain pan, funnel, gloves, and eye protection Calibrated torque wrench for the drain plug and filter housing when specified 24mm Socket

⚠️ Safety First!

• Informational DIY. EZ Car Fix is not a shop.
• Confirm the exact engine, oil viscosity/specification, capacity, filter, and drain-plug procedure before starting.
• Work on level ground with the vehicle supported by rated stands or ramps; never rely on a jack alone.
• Hot oil can burn. Wear gloves and eye protection, keep the drain pan stable, and dispose of used oil and the filter at an approved collection point.
• Do not overfill. Recheck the level after the engine rests and stop if the drain plug, filter seal, or oil-pressure warning indicates a leak or fault. This guide applies only to gasoline/ICE or hybrid vehicles with an engine; it is not for pure BEVs.