1999 Chevrolet Lumina Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Chevrolet Lumina oil type depends on the engine: the Base, 3.1 M takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the Base, 3.8 K takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the LS, 3.1 M takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the LS, 3.8 K takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the LTZ, 3.1 M takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the LTZ, 3.8 K takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, 3.1 M: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- Base, 3.8 K: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- LS, 3.1 M: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- LS, 3.8 K: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- LTZ, 3.1 M: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- LTZ, 3.8 K: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 3.1 M — 3.1L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 3.8 K — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| LS, 3.1 M — 3.1L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| LS, 3.8 K — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| LTZ, 3.1 M — 3.1L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| LTZ, 3.8 K — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Lumina
1999 Chevrolet Lumina factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.6 quarts (10.97 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Chevrolet Lumina take?
It depends on the engine: Base, 3.1 M uses 5W-30; Base, 3.8 K uses 10W-30; LS, 3.1 M uses 5W-30; LS, 3.8 K uses 10W-30; LTZ, 3.1 M uses 5W-30; LTZ, 3.8 K uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1999 Chevrolet Lumina take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Base, 3.1 M holds 4.5 quarts with filter; Base, 3.8 K holds 4.5 quarts with filter; LS, 3.1 M holds 4.5 quarts with filter; LS, 3.8 K holds 4.5 quarts with filter; LTZ, 3.1 M holds 4.5 quarts with filter; LTZ, 3.8 K holds 4.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Chevrolet Lumina?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Chevrolet Lumina. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.