2004 GMC Yukon XL Oil Type & Capacity
The 2004 GMC Yukon XL oil type depends on the engine: the C1500, 5.3 T takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the C1500, 5.3 Z takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the C2500, 6.0 U takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the C2500, 8.1 G takes 5W-30 (6.5 quarts with filter); the K1500, 5.3 T takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the K1500, 5.3 Z takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the K1500, 6.0 U takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the K2500, 6.0 U takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the K2500, 8.1 G takes 5W-30 (6.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- C1500, 5.3 T: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- C1500, 5.3 Z: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- C2500, 6.0 U: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- C2500, 8.1 G: 5W-30, 6.5 quarts with filter
- K1500, 5.3 T: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- K1500, 5.3 Z: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- K1500, 6.0 U: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- K2500, 6.0 U: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- K2500, 8.1 G: 5W-30, 6.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500, 5.3 T — 5.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| C1500, 5.3 Z — 5.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| C2500, 6.0 U — 6.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| C2500, 8.1 G — 8.1L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.50 QTS. | — | When the temperature is consistently above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 10W-30 can be used. SAE 20W-50 or oils of other viscosity rating or quality designations are NOT recommended for use in any truck at any time. |
| K1500, 5.3 T — 5.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| K1500, 5.3 Z — 5.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| K1500, 6.0 U — 6.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| K2500, 6.0 U — 6.0L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| K2500, 8.1 G — 8.1L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.50 QTS. | — | When the temperature is consistently above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C), SAE 10W-30 can be used. SAE 20W-50 or oils of other viscosity rating or quality designations are NOT recommended for use in any truck at any time. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Yukon XL
2004 GMC Yukon XL factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
17.0 quarts (16.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. Vehicles equipped with the optional air conditioner.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2004 GMC Yukon XL take?
It depends on the engine: C1500, 5.3 T uses 5W-30; C1500, 5.3 Z uses 5W-30; C2500, 6.0 U uses 5W-30; C2500, 8.1 G uses 5W-30; K1500, 5.3 T uses 5W-30; K1500, 5.3 Z uses 5W-30; K1500, 6.0 U uses 5W-30; K2500, 6.0 U uses 5W-30; K2500, 8.1 G uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2004 GMC Yukon XL take?
Capacity depends on the engine: C1500, 5.3 T holds 6.0 quarts with filter; C1500, 5.3 Z holds 6.0 quarts with filter; C2500, 6.0 U holds 6.0 quarts with filter; C2500, 8.1 G holds 6.5 quarts with filter; K1500, 5.3 T holds 6.0 quarts with filter; K1500, 5.3 Z holds 6.0 quarts with filter; K1500, 6.0 U holds 6.0 quarts with filter; K2500, 6.0 U holds 6.0 quarts with filter; K2500, 8.1 G holds 6.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2004 GMC Yukon XL?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2004 GMC Yukon XL. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.