2003 Chevrolet Tracker Oil Type & Capacity
The 2003 Chevrolet Tracker oil type depends on the engine: the 2D Utility, 4WD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Utility, 4WD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Utility, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 2D Utility, RWD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Automatic takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Standard takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.5 4, 4WD takes 5W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter); the 4D Utility, 2.5 4, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.8 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2D Utility, 4WD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, 4WD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, RWD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 2D Utility, RWD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Automatic: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Standard: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.5 4, 4WD: 5W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
- 4D Utility, 2.5 4, RWD: 5W-30, 5.8 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2D Utility, 4WD, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Utility, 4WD, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Utility, RWD, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 2D Utility, RWD, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Automatic — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Standard — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.5 4, 4WD — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | — |
| 4D Utility, 2.5 4, RWD — 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.80 QTS. | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2003 Chevrolet Tracker take?
It depends on the engine: 2D Utility, 4WD, Automatic uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, 4WD, Standard uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-30; 2D Utility, RWD, Standard uses 5W-30; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Automatic uses 5W-30; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Standard uses 5W-30; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Automatic uses 5W-30; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Standard uses 5W-30; 4D Utility, 2.5 4, 4WD uses 5W-30; 4D Utility, 2.5 4, RWD uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2003 Chevrolet Tracker?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2D Utility, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, 4WD, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, RWD, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 2D Utility, RWD, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, 4WD, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Automatic holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.0 C, RWD, Standard holds 5.5 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.5 4, 4WD holds 5.8 quarts with filter; 4D Utility, 2.5 4, RWD holds 5.8 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2003 Chevrolet Tracker?
Most 2003 Chevrolet Tracker 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 — Chevrolet recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2003 Chevrolet Tracker?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.