1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Oil Type & Capacity
The 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.5 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.2 4, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.2 4, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 0.0 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.2 4, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 2.2 4, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 W, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 W, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 W, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 W, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 X, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 X, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 X, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Pickup, 4.3 X, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.2 4, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 2.2 4, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 W, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, 4WD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, 4WD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, RWD, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 3D Pickup Extra Cab, 4.3 X, RWD, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your S10 Pickup
1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.5 quarts (10.88 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean water (preferably distilled)
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup take?
The 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup take?
The 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup holds 4.5 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1997 Chevrolet S10 Pickup. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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