1996 GMC Vandura Oil Type & Capacity
The 1996 GMC Vandura oil type depends on the engine: the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, L05 takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 Y takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 7.4 N takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L60E/M30 takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L80E/MT1 takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L60E/M30 takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L80E/MT1 takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 Y takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 7.4 N takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the P3500, 5.7 K takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the P3500, 6.5 Y takes 10W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the P3500, 7.4 N takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, L05: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 Y: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 7.4 N: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L60E/M30: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L80E/MT1: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L60E/M30: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L80E/MT1: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 Y: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 7.4 N: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- P3500, 5.7 K: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- P3500, 6.5 Y: 10W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- P3500, 7.4 N: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, L05 — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, L05 — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 Y — G3500,6.5L 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. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 Y — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 7.4 N — G3500,7.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 7.4 N — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L60E/M30 — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L80E/MT1 — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L60E/M30 — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L60E/M30 — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L80E/MT1 — G3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L80E/MT1 — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 Y — G3500,6.5L 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. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 Y — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 7.4 N — G3500,7.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 7.4 N — G3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| P3500, 5.7 K — P3500,5.7L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 5.00 QTS. | — | — |
| P3500, 5.7 K — P3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| P3500, 6.5 Y — P3500,6.5L 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. | — | — |
| P3500, 6.5 Y — P3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| P3500, 7.4 N — P3500,7.4L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 7.00 QTS. | — | — |
| P3500, 7.4 N — P3500 | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below -0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F, Light Duty Emissions), (Below -60Deg.F Heavy Duty Emissions) 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
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Coolant capacity
17.0 quarts (16.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean water (preferably distilled)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1996 GMC Vandura take?
It depends on the engine: G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, L05 uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 Y uses 10W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 7.4 N uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L60E/M30 uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L80E/MT1 uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L60E/M30 uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L80E/MT1 uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 Y uses 10W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 7.4 N uses 5W-30; P3500, 5.7 K uses 5W-30; P3500, 6.5 Y uses 10W-30; P3500, 7.4 N uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 1996 GMC Vandura?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 K, L05 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.5 Y holds 7.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 7.4 N holds 7.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L60E/M30 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 4.3 Z, 4L80E/MT1 holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, CNG holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/CNG holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Gas/Propane holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, _NA_, Propane holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L60E/M30 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 5.7 K, L05, 4L80E/MT1 holds 5.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 Y holds 7.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 7.4 N holds 7.0 quarts with filter; P3500, 5.7 K holds 5.0 quarts with filter; P3500, 6.5 Y holds 7.0 quarts with filter; P3500, 7.4 N holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 1996 GMC Vandura?
Most 1996 GMC Vandura owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — GMC recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1996 GMC Vandura?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1996 GMC Vandura. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.