2010 Chevrolet Camaro Oil Type & Capacity
The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro oil type depends on the engine: the LS, Automatic takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LS, Standard takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LT, Automatic takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the LT, Standard takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the SS, 6.2 J takes 5W-30 (8.0 quarts with filter); the SS, 6.2 W takes 5W-30 (8.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- LS, Automatic: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- LS, Standard: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- LT, Automatic: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- LT, Standard: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- SS, 6.2 J: 5W-30, 8.0 quarts with filter
- SS, 6.2 W: 5W-30, 8.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS, Automatic — V6 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.F (-20Deg.C), use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| LS, Standard — V6 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.F (-20Deg.C), use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| LT, Automatic — V6 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.F (-20Deg.C), use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| LT, Standard — V6 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine Oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.F (-20Deg.C), use either an SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 engine oil. Both provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| SS, 6.2 J — V8 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard can be identified with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard. Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
| SS, 6.2 W — V8 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires a special engine oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard can be identified with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard. Look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. |
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More specs & repair guides for your Camaro
2010 Chevrolet Camaro factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.83 quarts (10.24 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro take?
It depends on the engine: LS, Automatic uses 5W-30; LS, Standard uses 5W-30; LT, Automatic uses 5W-30; LT, Standard uses 5W-30; SS, 6.2 J uses 5W-30; SS, 6.2 W uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro take?
Capacity depends on the engine: LS, Automatic holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LS, Standard holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LT, Automatic holds 6.0 quarts with filter; LT, Standard holds 6.0 quarts with filter; SS, 6.2 J holds 8.0 quarts with filter; SS, 6.2 W holds 8.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2010 Chevrolet Camaro?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.