Quick answer: Oil & Filter Change on a 2015–2022 Chevrolet Trax is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 5 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
1.4L turbo I4
Capacity 4.2 qt with filter Viscosity 5W-30 (alt: 0W-30) Spec dexos1
| Part Name |
Part Number |
Price |
Buy |
| Engine Oil (5W-30) |
— |
$45.00 |
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| Engine oil filter for 2015-2022 Chevrolet Trax; verify engine and VIN fitment |
— |
$12.00 |
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| New drain-plug washer or O-ring when the service procedure requires it Optional |
— |
$3.00 |
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these steps carefully
1
Confirm oil and filter fitment
1.4L turbo: 4.2 quarts 5W-30 meeting dexos1. Cartridge (ACDelco PF2257G) in a housing on the engine — 24mm socket. Drain plug: 10mm socket, about 14 Nm — small plug, do NOT overtighten. Park level with the engine warm.
🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado
That 14 Nm drain plug is a small one — do NOT overtighten it. I've seen stripped Trax pans from guys treating it like a full-size plug; snug it and stop.
2
Raise and secure the vehicle
Brake set; wheels chocked. Raise the front at the pinch-weld points; support on jack stands — never trust the jack alone. Filter housing: reached from above or the side; drain plug from below.
3
Drain the old oil
Remove the oil fill cap to vent the crankcase. Place the drain pan under the oil pan, remove the 10mm drain plug, and drain the oil fully. Inspect the plug's seal and the drained oil while you wait.
4
Replace the filter
Unscrew housing; lift out the old element. Replace the O-ring with the new one from the kit (lightly oiled). Seat the new element; thread the housing on to spec without forcing the plastic. Reinstall the plug to about 14 Nm.
5
Refill and check for leaks
Lower to level ground. Add 4 quarts dexos1 5W-30; wait; check the dipstick; top to the full mark — 4.2 total. Start briefly; check for leaks. Recheck after a short drive. Reset the oil-life monitor; 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
