Fluid · Engine Oil
Engine Oil
for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD 8.1L V8 · 4WD
Fluid Type
5W-30 conventional or synthetic blend
Spec: API SJ or higher
Capacity
6.5qt
6.15 L
Drain & Refill
6.5 qt
6.15 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km
Notes
Vortec 8100 big block V8; capacity with filter
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Other fluid systems on this vehicle
A/C Refrigerant
A/C Refrigerant
Brake Fluid
1.2 qt
Brake Fluid
1.2 qt
Coolant
24 qt
Coolant
24 qt
Front Differential
3.8 qt
Power Steering
2 qt
Power Steering
2 qt
Rear Differential
7.5 qt
Rear Differential
7.5 qt
Transfer Case
2 qt
Automatic Transmission
13.5 qt
Automatic Transmission
13.5 qt
Manual Transmission
4.2 qt
Manual Transmission
4.2 qt
Washer Fluid
4 qt
Washer Fluid
4 qt