1983 Chevrolet Blazer Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1983 Chevrolet Blazer oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1983 Chevrolet Blazer, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1983 Chevrolet Blazer oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 8-cylinder [H] H | 4.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) | N/A |
| 5.7L 8-cylinder [L] L | 4.5 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) | N/A |
| 6.2L 8-cylinder [C] C Diesel | 7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C) SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C) 30 (Above 4°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C) | N/A |
Select Your 1983 Chevrolet Blazer Engine Option
5.0L 8-cylinder Engine Code [H] H
Engine:
5.0L 8-cylinder [H] H [aka 5.0L 8-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1983 Chevrolet Blazer 5.0L 8-cylinder [H] H oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
5.7L 8-cylinder Engine Code [L] L
Engine:
5.7L 8-cylinder [L] L [aka 5.7L 8-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1983 Chevrolet Blazer 5.7L 8-cylinder [L] L oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4.5 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
6.2L 8-cylinder Engine Code [C] C Diesel
Engine:
6.2L 8-cylinder [C] C Diesel [aka 6.2L 8-cylinder (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
1983 Chevrolet Blazer 6.2L 8-cylinder [C] C Diesel oil change details
Oil Grade:
CF-4
Oil Capacity:
7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 15W-40 (Above -12°C)
SAE 20W-20, SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -7°C)
30 (Above 4°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 16°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
17.4 quarts - For models WithOut Air Conditioning (AC).
18 quarts - For models with Air Conditioning (AC).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
N/A
Notes:
N/A