2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express Oil Type & Capacity
The 2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express oil type depends on the engine: the G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 X takes 5W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G1500, Van Passenger, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 takes 15W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 takes 15W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter); the G2500, Van Passenger takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 takes 15W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 takes 15W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Passenger takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the G3500, Van Passenger Extended takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the H1500, Van Cargo, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the H1500, Van Cargo, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the H1500, Van Passenger, Gas takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the H1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 X: 5W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G1500, Van Passenger, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6: 15W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6: 15W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- G2500, Van Passenger: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6: 15W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6: 15W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Passenger: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- G3500, Van Passenger Extended: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- H1500, Van Cargo, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- H1500, Van Cargo, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- H1500, Van Passenger, Gas: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- H1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 X — 4.3L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 4.50 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas/Ethanol — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G1500, Van Passenger, Gas — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C — 4.8L 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 — 6.6L Eng | API - SAE 15W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.20 QTS. | Use ONLY engine oil that have designation: CJ-4. Designation CJ-4 can appear either alone or in combination with other API designations such as API - CJ-4/SL. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C — 4.8L 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 — 6.6L Eng | API - SAE 15W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.20 QTS. | Use ONLY engine oil that have designation: CJ-4. Designation CJ-4 can appear either alone or in combination with other API designations such as API - CJ-4/SL. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50. |
| G2500, Van Passenger — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C — 4.8L 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 — 6.6L Eng | API - SAE 15W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.20 QTS. | Use ONLY engine oil that have designation: CJ-4. Designation CJ-4 can appear either alone or in combination with other API designations such as API - CJ-4/SL. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C — 4.8L 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 — 6.6L Eng | API - SAE 15W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.20 QTS. | Use ONLY engine oil that have designation: CJ-4. Designation CJ-4 can appear either alone or in combination with other API designations such as API - CJ-4/SL. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Passenger — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| G3500, Van Passenger Extended — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| H1500, Van Cargo, Gas — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| H1500, Van Cargo, Gas/Ethanol — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| H1500, Van Passenger, Gas — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| H1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol — 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. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Chevy Express
2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
11.0 quarts (10.4 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express take?
It depends on the engine: G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 X uses 5W-30; G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas uses 5W-30; G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; G1500, Van Passenger, Gas uses 5W-30; G1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C uses 5W-30; G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K uses 5W-30; G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 uses 15W-40; G2500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C uses 5W-30; G2500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K uses 5W-30; G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 uses 15W-40; G2500, Van Passenger uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 uses 15W-40; G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 uses 15W-40; G3500, Van Passenger uses 5W-30; G3500, Van Passenger Extended uses 5W-30; H1500, Van Cargo, Gas uses 5W-30; H1500, Van Cargo, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30; H1500, Van Passenger, Gas uses 5W-30; H1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express take?
Capacity depends on the engine: G1500, Van Cargo, 4.3 X holds 4.5 quarts with filter; G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G1500, Van Cargo, 5.3 4, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G1500, Van Passenger, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 holds 10.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 holds 10.0 quarts with filter; G2500, Van Passenger holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 C holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.0 K holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 6.6 6 holds 10.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 4.8 C holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 6.0 K holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6 holds 10.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Passenger holds 6.0 quarts with filter; G3500, Van Passenger Extended holds 6.0 quarts with filter; H1500, Van Cargo, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; H1500, Van Cargo, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter; H1500, Van Passenger, Gas holds 6.0 quarts with filter; H1500, Van Passenger, Gas/Ethanol holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2009 Chevrolet Chevy Express. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.