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2014–2018 K2XX (3rd generation)

2014–2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Factory Maintenance Schedule

The factory maintenance schedule for the 2014–2018 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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2014–2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 maintenance schedule

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7,500 miles / 12 months

  • Change engine oil and filter per Oil Life Monitor (max 12 months)
  • Rotate tires
  • Inspect brakes and fluid levels

22,500 miles

  • Replace cabin air filter

45,000 miles

  • Replace engine air filter
  • Transmission fluid change if towing/severe service

97,500 miles

  • Replace spark plugs (iridium)
  • Inspect drive belt

150,000 miles / 60 months

  • Replace Dexcool coolant (5 years / 150,000 mi)
  • Replace transfer case fluid (4WD)

If an 8L90 truck develops shudder, a triple drain-and-fill with Mobil 1 Synthetic LV ATF HP per TSB 18-NA-355 is the documented fix regardless of mileage.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years does this cover?

These service schedule specifications apply to every Chevrolet Silverado 1500 built from 2014 through 2018 — the K2XX (3rd generation), full-size half-ton pickup (regular, double, 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 2014–2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

  • 2014Generation launch: direct-injected EcoTec3 engines, 8-qt V8 sumps, factory cabin air filter added
  • 20156.2L pairs with the new 8L90 8-speed (source of the shudder TSB); 6.2L tow rating hits 12,000 lb
  • 2016Facelift: new front fascia, LED low beams on LTZ/High Country, updated infotainment
  • 2019K2XX sold one extra year as the 'Silverado LD' (double cab 5.3L only) alongside the new T1XX truck, LD parts follow this generation, and GM's 2019 chart lists the L83 at 0W-20 / 8.0 qt

2014–2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 service schedule: common questions

How often does a 2014–2018 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 2014–2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

If an 8L90 truck develops shudder, a triple drain-and-fill with Mobil 1 Synthetic LV ATF HP per TSB 18-NA-355 is the documented fix regardless of mileage.

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