2012–2013 GMT900 (2nd generation)
2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Factory Maintenance Schedule
The factory maintenance schedule for the 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 covering every service through 150,000 miles. Exactly what is due at each interval, and where severe-service conditions change it.
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2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 maintenance schedule
High confidence7,500 miles / 12 months
- Change engine oil and filter per Oil Life Monitor (do not exceed 12 months)
- Rotate tires
- Inspect brakes, fluid levels, driveshafts
45,000 miles
- Replace engine air filter (sooner if dusty)
- Inspect suspension, exhaust, fuel lines
97,500 miles
- Replace spark plugs and inspect wires
- Automatic transmission fluid change if used for towing/severe service (45,000 mi severe)
150,000 miles / 60 months
- Replace Dexcool coolant (5 years / 150,000 mi, whichever first)
- Replace transfer case fluid (4WD)
The Oil Life Monitor typically calls for oil changes every 5,000–7,500 mi in mixed driving. Severe service (towing, plowing, dusty roads) halves transmission and axle fluid intervals.
Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years does this cover?
These service schedule 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
2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 service schedule: common questions
How often does a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 need servicing?
- The first scheduled visit is at 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first, and the pattern repeats from there.
Does severe service change the schedule for a 2012–2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
- The Oil Life Monitor typically calls for oil changes every 5,000–7,500 mi in mixed driving. Severe service (towing, plowing, dusty roads) halves transmission and axle fluid intervals.
Sources
- AMSOIL product lookup, 2012 Silverado 1500 4.3L capacities
- Riverside Chevrolet, Silverado 1500 oil type & capacity guide 2007–2026
- Costa Oils, 2012 Silverado 6.2L (L9H) oil change guide
- O'Reilly Auto Parts, 2012 Silverado 1500 battery fitment (Group 48, 615 CCA OE)
- Wheel-Size.com, 2012 Silverado 1500 OE tire fitments
- Otto Wiper Blades, 2012 Silverado 1500 wiper sizes (22/22)
- Edmunds, 2013 Silverado 1500 specs (26-gal tank, towing)
- SilveradoSierra forum, GMT900 cabin air filter retrofit kit
- GM-Trucks forum, GMT900 oil life reset (accelerator method)