Common questions

What oil does an LLY Duramax take?

What oil does an LLY Duramax take?

Best 6.6L LLY Duramax Fluids, Oil, and Filters

Part Type Part #
Engine Oil 15W-40 in temperatures above 0 Degrees F Shell Rotella T4 15W-40 Shell Rotella T6 15W-40
Engine Oil Filter ACDelco PF2232
Fuel Filter ACDelco TP3018
Engine Air Filter 2004-2005 2006 See Below ACDelco A1618C ACDelco A3087C

How much oil does a 6.6 LLY Duramax take?

6.6L Duramax LLY Specs

Engine: 6.6L Duramax LLY, 90 degree V8 diesel
Valvetrain: OHV (overhead valve), 4 valves per cylinder
Oil Capacity: 10 quarts w/ filter
Engine Weight: Approx. 835 lbs
Idle Speed: ~ 680 rpm

What kind of oil do I need for a Duramax Diesel?

At < $10, this is cheap insurance against preventable oil leaks. We highly recommend Amsoil Heavy Duty 15W-40 full synthetic engine oil for all Duramax diesel applications, or Amsoil Heavy Duty 5W-40 full synthetic engine oil for cold weather operation.

What kind of engine does a LLY Duramax have?

LLY Duramax Specifications Chart Manufactured Years: 2004-2006 Turbocharger/Air: GARRETT GT3788VA VARIABLE VANE Turbochar Fuel Injection: Direct Injection High Pressure Common Ra Valvetrain: Overhead Valve (OHV) 4 Valves per cylind Engine Oil Capacity: 10 Quarts With Filter

How big is a LLY Duramax diesel tank?

LLY Duramax Specifications Chart Manufactured Years: 2004-2006 Valvetrain: Overhead Valve (OHV) 4 Valves per cylind Engine Oil Capacity: 10 Quarts With Filter Fuel: Diesel Fuel Tank Size: Short Beds: 26 Gallons Long Beds: 34 Gal

How often should I Change my 6.6L Duramax engine oil?

6.6L Duramax Diesel Oil Change Procedures Click any thumbnail to view fullsize, detailed image • 10 quarts of engine oil and a new oil filter are needed to perform an oil change. We also recommend changing the drain plug every few oil changes as the seal tends to degrade with age.

What kind of oil do I need for a 6.6L Duramax?

Oil selection guide and viscosity chart for all model year 6.6L Duramax diesels in addition to oil change procedures. A full synthetic 15W-40 engine oil is recommended for engines operating above 0 degrees F while a 5W-40 engine oil is required for engines operating in weather conditions below 0 degrees F.

How to change the oil in a Duramax engine?

Do not break the drain plug loose using an open end wrench. Drain plug head sizes will vary. In our case, the original required a 16 mm socket/wrench while the GM replacement had a 13 mm head. • Once the engine oil has drained from the oil pan, clean and/or replace the drain plug.

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