1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP, 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 1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0L 8-cylinder [M] M | 5.1 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 19431429 GM 25013454 |
| 5.7L 8-cylinder [R] 2 | 5.1 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 19431429 GM 25013454 |
| 5.7L 8-cylinder [R] R | 5.1 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 19431429 GM 25013454 |
| 6.5L 8-cylinder [F] L65 F Diesel Turbo | 7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Below 0°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) 30 (Above 0°C) | GM 19431429 GM 25013454 |
| 6.5L 8-cylinder [S] L56 S Diesel Turbo | 7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Below 0°C) SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) 30 (Above 0°C) | GM 19431429 GM 25013454 |
| 7.4L 8-cylinder [J] J | 7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | GM 19431429 GM 25013454 |
Select Your 1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP Engine Option
5.0L 8-cylinder Engine Code [M] M
Engine:
5.0L 8-cylinder [M] M [aka 5.0L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT
Oil Capacity:
5.1 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
25014831, 25160561, 6438384, 89060468 and 25322841
1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP 5.0L 8-cylinder [M] M oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5.1 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 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
5.7L 8-cylinder Engine Code [R] 2
Engine:
5.7L 8-cylinder [R] 2 [aka 5.7L V8 (Gas/CNG)]
Body & Trims:
Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT
Oil Capacity:
5.1 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
25014831, 25160561, 6438384, 89060468 and 25322841
1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP 5.7L 8-cylinder [R] 2 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5.1 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 (Above -18°C) - SAE 10W-30 is preferred.
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
5.7L 8-cylinder Engine Code [R] R
Engine:
5.7L 8-cylinder [R] R [aka 5.7L V8 (Gas/CNG)]
Body & Trims:
Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT
Oil Capacity:
5.1 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
25014831, 25160561, 6438384, 89060468 and 25322841
1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP 5.7L 8-cylinder [R] R oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
5.1 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 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
6.5L 8-cylinder Engine Code [F] L65 F Diesel Turbo
Engine:
6.5L 8-cylinder [F] L65 F Diesel Turbo [aka 6.5L V8 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT
Oil Capacity:
7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Below 0°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
25014831, 25160561, 6438384, 89060468 and 25322841
1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP 6.5L 8-cylinder [F] L65 F Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
CG-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 (Below 0°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 15W-40 is the preferred oil.
30 (Above 0°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
17 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
6.5L 8-cylinder Engine Code [S] L56 S Diesel Turbo
Engine:
6.5L 8-cylinder [S] L56 S Diesel Turbo [aka 6.5L V8 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT
Oil Capacity:
7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Below 0°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
30 (Above 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
25014831, 25160561, 6438384, 89060468 and 25322841
1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP 6.5L 8-cylinder [S] L56 S Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
CG-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 (Below 0°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 15W-40 is the preferred oil.
30 (Above 0°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
17 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
7.4L 8-cylinder Engine Code [J] J
Engine:
7.4L 8-cylinder [J] J [aka 7.4L V8 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Sierra SL, Sierra SLE, Sierra SLT
Oil Capacity:
7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
25014831, 25160561, 6438384, 89060468 and 25322841
1997 GMC C2500 PICKUP 7.4L 8-cylinder [J] J oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
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 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
20 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A