2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Chevrolet Silverado 1500 built from 2012 through 2013 — the GMT900 (2nd generation), full-size half-ton pickup (regular, extended, crew cab). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

• 2012Carryover year; Silverado Hybrid (6.0L two-mode, LZ1) still available in limited numbers
• 2013Final GMT900 year. Max trailering ~10,700 lb with 6.2L and tow package; most 5.3L configs rate 9,100–10,400 lb

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 take?

Dexron VI ATF. 4L60E 4-speed (4.3L/4.8L) pan drain ~5 qt; 6L80 6-speed (5.3L/6.2L) pan drain ~6 qt, no dipstick on 6L80, level check at the side plug.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 use?

Dexcool (orange) 50/50 pre-mix. Change at 5 years / 150,000 mi. V8 system holds roughly 16–17 qt including heater circuit, verify against your manual before a full flush..

What brake fluid does a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.

What differential fluid does a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 take?

75W-90 synthetic gear oil (rear axle).