1995 GMC Yukon Oil Type & Capacity
The 1995 GMC Yukon oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 6.5 S, 4WD takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 2D Utility, 6.5 S, RWD takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 4D Utility takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 6.5 S, 4WD: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 6.5 S, RWD: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Automatic — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Standard — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Automatic — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Standard — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
| 2D Utility, 6.5 S, 4WD — 6.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 (Below 32Deg.F), 15W-40 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), SAE 30 (32Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Utility, 6.5 S, RWD — 6.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 (Below 32Deg.F), 15W-40 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), SAE 30 (32Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility — 5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | 4.00 QTS. | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Yukon
1995 GMC Yukon factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
18.0 quarts (17.03 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean water (preferably distilled)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1995 GMC Yukon take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Automatic uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Standard uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Standard uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, 6.5 S, 4WD uses 10W-30; 2D Utility, 6.5 S, RWD uses 10W-30; 4D Utility uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 1995 GMC Yukon take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 5.7 K, 4WD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Automatic holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 5.7 K, RWD, Standard holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 6.5 S, 4WD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 6.5 S, RWD holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 4D Utility holds 5.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1995 GMC Yukon?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1995 GMC Yukon. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.