2023 Chevrolet Camaro Engine Oil and Fluids

The 2023 Chevrolet Camaro, a symbol of American automotive supremacy, is more than simply a powerful and thrilling sports car; it’s an engineering marvel that demands rigorous care and attention to maintain optimal performance. The proper administration of engine oil and fluids, crucial components that maintain this icon blazing down the road with precision and power, is central to this care.

Join us as we look under the hood of the 2023 Chevrolet Camaro to discover the secrets to keeping its power, running smoothly, and prolonging its reputation as an American classic. Whether you’re a seasoned Camaro enthusiast or just starting out, this guide will arm you with the information and experience to maintain your Camaro functioning at its peak, mile after exhilarating mile.

Engine Compartment Overview

2.0L L4 Engine (LTG)

1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System
3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil
4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil
5. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid  and Hydraulic Clutch .
6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
7. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
8. Engine Compartment Fuse Block
9. Negative (–) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting – North America
10. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting – North America

1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System
3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil
4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oi
5. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid and Hydraulic Clutch
6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
7. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
8. Engine Compartment Fuse Block
9. Negative (–) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting – North America
10. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting – North America

1. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Washer Fluid
2. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System
3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil
4. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil
5. Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Fluid 0 249 and Hydraulic Clutch
6. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
   Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View). See Cooling System
7. Engine Compartment Fuse Block .
8. Negative (–) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting – North America
9. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. See Jump Starting – North America

If the vehicle has a 6.2L V8 LT4 engine, see the Camaro High Performance supplement.

Engine Oil
To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment:

Use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the proper viscosity grade. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in this section.

Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level. See “Checking Engine Oil” and “When to Add Engine Oil” in this section.

• Change the engine oil at the appropriate time.
  Always dispose of engine oil properly. See
  “What to Do with Used Oil” in this section.

Checking Engine Oil

Check the engine oil level regularly, every 650 km (400 mi), especially prior to a long trip. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop.
See Engine Compartment Overview  for the location.

Warning
The engine oil dipstick handle may be hot; it could burn you. Use a towel or glove to touch the dipstick handle.

If a low oil Driver Information Center (DIC) message displays, check the oil level.

Follow these guidelines:

• • To get an accurate reading, park the vehicle on level ground. Check the engine oil level after the engine has been off for at least two hours. Checking the engine oil level on steep grades or too soon after engine shutoff can result in incorrect readings. Accuracy improves when checking a cold engine prior to starting. Remove the dipstick and check the level.
  • If unable to wait two hours, the engine must be off for at least 15 minutes if the engine is warm, or at least 30 minutes if the engine is not warm. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it with a clean paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level.

When to Add Engine Oil

LTG 2.0L L4 Engine

LGX 3.6L V6 Engine Shown, 6.2L V8 Engine Similar

If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick and the engine has been off for at least 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil and the recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” later in this section for an explanation of what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity.

Caution
Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine. If the oil level is above the operating range (i.e., the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range), the engine could be damaged. Drain the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle, and seek a service professional to remove the excess oil.

See Engine Compartment Overview 0 232 for the location of the engine oil fill cap.
Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through.
Selecting the Right Engine Oil (2.0L (LTG) L4 and 3.6L (LGX) V6 Engines)
Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade.

Specification
Use full synthetic engine oils that meet the dexos1 specification. Engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos1 specification are marked with the dexos1 approved logo

www.gmdexos.com.

Caution
Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.

Viscosity Grade
Use SAE 5W-30 viscosity grade engine oil.
Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below −29 °C (−20 °F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures For the LT1 engine only, if 0W-40 dexosR oil is not available, SAE 5W-30 dexos1 full synthetic engine oil may be used for street use.
When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification. See “Specification” earlier in this section.

Selecting the Right Engine Oil (6.2L (LT1) V8 Engine)

Selecting the right engine oil depends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade.

Specification
Use engine oils that meet the dexosR specification. Engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexosR specification are marked with the dexosR approved logo. See www.gmdexos.com

Caution
Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.

Viscosity Grade
Use SAE 0W-40 viscosity grade engine oil.
When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, it is recommended to select an oil of the correct specification. See “Specification” earlier in this section.
If 0W-40 dexosR oil is not available, SAE 5W-30 dexosR full synthetic engine oil may be used for street use.

Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes
Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils meeting the dexos specification are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection.
Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty

What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that can be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. Used oil can be a threat to the environment.
If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal.
Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water.
Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil.

Engine Oil Life System
When to Change Engine Oil
This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engine temperature, and miles driven. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system to work properly, the system must be reset every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it indicates that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes on. Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1 000 km (600 mi). It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is not necessary for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, at this time, the system must be reset. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, the oil must be changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) since the last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed.

How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system:

1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC)
2. Press and hold SEL on the DIC while the Oil Life display is active. The oil life will change to 100%.

The oil life system can also be reset as follows:

1. Display the REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC with the engine off. See Driver Information Center (DIC).
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds.

The system is reset when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message goes off.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is started, the engine oil life system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure.

Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible.
The vehicle is not equipped with a transmission fluid level dipstick. There is a special procedure for checking and changing the transmission fluid. Because this procedure is difficult, this should be done at the dealer. Contact the dealer for additional information or the procedure can be found in the service manual. To purchase a service manual, see Publication Ordering Information.

Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle, and the damage may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use the correct automatic transmission fluid. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .

Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Maintenance Schedule 0 301, and be sure to use the fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

Manual Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the manual transmission fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. If a  leak occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer and have it repaired as soon as possible. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 305 for the proper fluid to use.

Hydraulic Clutch
For vehicles with a manual transmission, it is not necessary to regularly check brake/ clutch fluid unless there is a leak suspected.
Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid `loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.

When to Check and What to Use

The brake/hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview for reservoir location. The common hydraulic clutch and brake master cylinder fluid reservoir is filled with brake fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. See Brake Fluid for brake fluid to use.

How to Check and Add Fluid Visually check the brake/clutch fluid reservoir to make sure the fluid level is at the MIN (minimum) line on the side of the reservoir. The brake/hydraulic clutch fluid system should be closed and sealed.
Do not remove the cap to check the fluid level or to top-off the fluid level. Remove the cap only when necessary to add the proper fluid until the level reaches the MIN line.

Engine Air Filter Life System (2.0L
LTG and 3.6L LGX Engines Only)
If equipped, this feature provides the engine air filter’s remaining life and best timing for a change. The timing to change an engine air filter depends on driving and environmental conditions.

When to Change the Engine Air Filter
When the Driver Information Center (DIC) displays a message to replace the engine air filter at the next oil change, follow this timing.
When the DIC displays a message to replace the engine air filter soon, replace the engine air filter at the earliest convenience.
The system must be reset after the engine air filter is changed.
If the DIC displays a message to check the engine air filter system, see your dealer.

How to Reset the Engine Air Filter Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine air filter is replaced so that the system can calculate the next engine air filter change.
To reset:

1. Place the vehicle in P (Park).
2. Select Engine Air Filter Life on the DIC menu. See “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in the owner manual.
3. Press p to move to the Reset/Disable display area. Select Reset then press SEL.
   Then press Yes to confirm the reset.
4. 100% Air Filter Life will be displayed when the Engine Air Filter Life System is successfully reset.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
If the vehicle has a 6.2L V8 LT4 engine, see the Camaro High Performance supplement.
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview  for location.

When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter

• For intervals on changing and inspecting the engine air filter, see Maintenance Schedule.
• If equipped with Engine Air Filter Life System, see Engine Air Filter Life System (2.0L LTG and 3.6L LGX Engines Only)
• If driving in very dusty areas, follow the engine air filter inspecting and changing intervals, see Maintenance Schedule.
•  
• How to Inspect/Replace the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
  Do not start the engine or have the engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter  housing open. Before removing the engine air cleaner/filter, make sure that the engine air cleaner/filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris.
  Remove the engine air cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake the engine air cleaner/filter (away from the vehicle), to release loose dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air cleaner/ filter for damage, and replace if damaged.
  Do not clean the engine air cleaner/filter or components with water or compressed air.

Warning
Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. Use caution when working on the engine. Do not start the engine or drive the vehicle with the air cleaner/ filter off, as flames may be present if the engine backfires.

Caution
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always have the air cleaner/ filter in place when driving.

To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/ filter

2.0L L4 Engine (LTG)

1. Remove the four screws and lift the cover assembly.
2. Inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter.
3. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the housing cover.
4. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life system after replacing the engine air filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System (2.0L LTG and 3.6L LGX Engines.

Warning
If part replacement is necessary, the part must be replaced with one of the same part number or with an equivalent part.
Use of a replacement part without the same fit, form, and function may result in personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

3.6L V6 Engine (LGX

1. Remove the four screws and lift the cover assembly.
2. Inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter.
3. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the housing cover.
4. If equipped, reset the engine air filter life system after replacing the engine air  filter. See Engine Air Filter Life System  (2.0L LTG and 3.6L LGX Engines Only)

Warning
If part replacement is necessary, the part must be replaced with one of the same part number or with an equivalent part.
Use of a replacement part without the same fit, form, and function may result in personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

6.2L V8 Engine (LT1)

1. Remove the five screws and lift the cover assembly.
2. Inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter.
3. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the housing cover.

Warning
If part replacement is necessary, the part must be replaced with one of the same part number or with an equivalent part.
Use of a replacement part without the same fit, form, and function may result in personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

Cooling System
If the vehicle has a 6.2L V8 LT4 engine, see the Camaro High Performance supplement.
The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature.

2.0L L4 Engine (LTG)

1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)

3.6L V6 Engine (LGX)

1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)

6.2L V8 Engine (LT1)

1. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
2. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)

Warning
An underhood electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.

Warning
Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, or other engine parts. They can be very hot and can burn you. Do not run the engine if there is a leak; all coolant could leak out. That could cause an engine fire and can burn you. Fix any leak before driving the vehicle.

Engine Coolant
The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. See Maintenance Schedule  and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating,

What to Use
Warning
Plain water, or other liquids such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but there would not be an overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.

Use a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. This mixture:

• Gives freezing protection down to −37 °C (−34 °F), outside temperature
  Gives boiling protection up to 129 °C (265 °F), engine temperature
  Protects against rust and corrosion
  Will not damage aluminum parts
  Helps keep the proper engine temperature

Caution 
Do not use anything other than a mix of DEX-COOL coolant that meets GM Standard GMW3420 and clean, drinkable water. Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling system and the vehicle, which would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water.

Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your health.

Checking Coolant
The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level.

It is normal to see coolant moving in the  upper coolant hose return line when the engine is running. It is also normal to see bubbles entering the surge tank through the small hose Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down.
If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the cold fill line, add a 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant.
Be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done.
It is normal for the coolant level in the bottom chamber to rise and fall with operating temperature and ambient conditions. Coolant will evaporate from the bottom chamber in normal operation. This will happen faster when the vehicle is driven for long periods in hot, dry conditions.
If no coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank, add coolant as follows:

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
If no problem is found, check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank.
If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at the bottom of the fill neck, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it.

Warning
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool.

Warning
Plain water, or other liquids such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but there would not be an overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.

Warning
Spilling coolant on hot engine parts can burn you. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.

Caution
Failure to follow the specific coolant fill procedure could cause the engine to overheat and could cause system damage. If coolant is not visible in the surge tank, contact your dealer.

1. Remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap from the top chamber when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
   Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise. If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. This will allow any pressure still left to be vented out the discharge hose.
2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. Open the surge tank service port cap to the lower chamber.
   
3. Fill the surge tank top chamber with the proper mixture to the bottom of the fill neck. The top chamber needs to be completely full. Fill the surge tank bottom chamber through the service port to approximately half.
4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off and the surge tank service port cap open, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
   By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank top chamber may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mixture to the surge tank top chamber until the level reaches the bottom of the fill neck.
5. Replace the surge tank pressure cap tightly and close the surge tank service port cap.

Caution
If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured.

Check the level in the surge tank top and bottom chambers when the cooling system has cooled down. If the coolant is not at the proper levels, repeat Steps 1–3 and reinstall the pressure cap and close the service port If the coolant still is not at the proper levels when the system cools down again, see your dealer.

Engine Overheating

The vehicle has several indicators to warn of the engine overheating.
There is an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument cluster. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge  The vehicle may also display a message on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program
If the decision is made to lift the hood, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, do not continue to run the engine. Have the vehicle serviced.

Caution
Do not run the engine if there is a leak in the engine cooling system. This can cause a loss of all coolant and can damage the system and vehicle. Have any leaks fixed right away.

If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment

Warning
Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool.

If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment with no Overheat Warning
The hood extractor, if equipped, is functional. It will allow water from rain and car washes to enter the engine compartment and contact hot surfaces.

If steam is coming from the hood extractor with no accompanying overheat warning, no service is needed.

If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle:

• Climbs a long hill on a hot day
  Stops after high-speed driving
• Idles for long periods in traffic

If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam:

1. Turn the air conditioning off.
2. Turn the heater on to the highest
   temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the windows as necessary.
3. When it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral) for an automatic transmission or Neutral for a manual transmission, and let the engine idle.

If the engine coolant temperature gauge is no longer in the overheated area, the vehicle can be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front. If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function.
If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park the vehicle right away.
If there is no sign of steam, idle the engine for three minutes while parked. If the warning is still displayed, turn off the engine until it cools down.

Washer Fluid
What to Use
When windshield washer fluid is needed, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If operating the vehicle in an area where the temperature can fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.

Adding Washer Fluid

Open the cap with the washer symbol on it.
Add washer fluid until the reservoir is full.
See Engine Compartment Overview for reservoir location.

FAQs

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