Quick answer: Oil & Filter Change on a 2018–2023 Chevrolet Traverse is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 3 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.
Oil spec
3.6L V6 (LFY, representative)
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 |
|
| Engine oil filter for 2018-2023 Chevrolet Traverse; verify engine and VIN fitment |
— |
$12.00 |
|
| New drain-plug washer or O-ring when the service procedure requires it Optional |
— |
$3.00 |
|
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
1
Confirm oil and filter fitment
3.6L LFY V6 takes 6.0 quarts of 5W-30 meeting dexos1 — not 0W-20. Spin-on filter is ACDelco PF63E (GM 19330000) or equivalent, under the engine. Have a filter wrench, drain-plug socket, and funnel. Park level with the engine warm.
🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado
That not-0W-20 callout is there because people grab 0W-20 by habit now. I double-check: this LFY wants 5W-30 — the viscosity matters for these timing chains.
2
Raise and secure the vehicle
Set the parking brake and chock the wheels. Lift the front at the designated jacking points and support the Traverse on jack stands — never rely on the jack alone. The filter and plug are reached from underneath.
3
Drain the old oil
Remove the oil fill cap to vent the crankcase. Slide the drain pan under the oil pan, remove the drain plug, and drain the oil fully. The plug tightens to about 18 ft-lbs on reinstall. Wipe the pan flange clean.
4
Replace the filter
Unscrew the old spin-on and confirm the old gasket came off. Wipe the flange, coat the new gasket with fresh 5W-30, thread on by hand until seated, and tighten per the box. Reinstall the drain plug to about 18 ft-lbs.
5
Refill and check for leaks
Lower the vehicle to level ground. Pour in about 5.5 quarts of dexos1 5W-30, wait a minute, then check the dipstick and top up to the full mark — 6.0 quarts total with the filter. Start the engine for 30 seconds, shut it off, and inspect the filter and plug for leaks. Recheck after a short drive. Reset the oil-life monitor through the driver information center, then recycle the used oil and filter.
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
