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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 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 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
4.8L 8-cylinder [V] V6 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
GM 12737094
5.3L 8-cylinder [B] L33 16 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
GM 12737094
5.3L 8-cylinder [T] LM7 06 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
GM 12737094
5.3L 8-cylinder [T] LM7 D6 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
GM 12737094
5.3L 8-cylinder [Z] L59 Z Flex6 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
GM 12737094
6.0L 8-cylinder [N] LQ9 N6 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
GM 12737094
4.3L 6-cylinder [X] LU3 X4.5 quarts (with filter)SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
N/A
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Select Your 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP Engine Option

4.8L 8-cylinder Engine Code [V] V

Engine:

4.8L 8-cylinder [V] V [aka 4.8L V8 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

GM 12737094

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731172, 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 4.8L 8-cylinder [V] V oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51042-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

17 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT) and front Air Conditioning (AC) with an electric fan (Elect Fan).
15.5 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT) and front Air Conditioning (AC) with an engine fan.
16.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (FR AC) with an electric fan.
15.2 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an engine fan.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

5.3L 8-cylinder Engine Code [B] L33 1

Engine:

5.3L 8-cylinder [B] L33 1 [aka 5.3L V8 (Electric/Gas/Flex)]

Body & Trims:

Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

GM 12737094

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731172, 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 5.3L 8-cylinder [B] L33 1 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51042-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

17 quarts - For Manual Transmission (MT) models.
16.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an electric fan (Elect Fan).
15.5 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT).
15.2 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an engine fan.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

5.3L 8-cylinder Engine Code [T] LM7 0

Engine:

5.3L 8-cylinder [T] LM7 0 [aka 5.3L V8 (Electric/Gas/Flex)]

Body & Trims:

Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

GM 12737094

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731172, 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 5.3L 8-cylinder [T] LM7 0 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51042-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

15.5 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT).
17 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT).
15.2 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an engine fan.
16.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (FR AC) with an electric fan.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

5.3L 8-cylinder Engine Code [T] LM7 D

Engine:

5.3L 8-cylinder [T] LM7 D [aka 5.3L V8 (Electric/Gas/Flex)]

Body & Trims:

Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

GM 12737094

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731172, 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 5.3L 8-cylinder [T] LM7 D oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51042-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

15.2 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an engine fan.
16.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (FR AC) with an electric fan.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

5.3L 8-cylinder Engine Code [Z] L59 Z Flex

Engine:

5.3L 8-cylinder [Z] L59 Z Flex [aka 5.3L V8 (Electric/Gas/Flex)]

Body & Trims:

Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

GM 12737094

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731172, 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 5.3L 8-cylinder [Z] L59 Z Flex oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51042-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

15.2 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an engine fan.
16.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (FR AC) with an electric fan.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

If you are using E85 or M85 fuels, use AMSOIL of the appropriate viscosity and follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommended drain interval. Extended oil drain intervals are only possible if you perform an oil analysis when using these types of fuels.

6.0L 8-cylinder Engine Code [N] LQ9 N

Engine:

6.0L 8-cylinder [N] LQ9 N [aka 6.0L V8 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Denali, Hybrid, SL, SLE, SLT, WT

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

GM 12737094

Oil Filter Replaces:

12731172, 19210283, 25010633, 25014748, 88984215

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 6.0L 8-cylinder [N] LQ9 N oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

Oil Capacity:

6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51042-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

16.7 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT).
16.2 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and Air Conditioning (AC). - & - For models with an Engine Fan. - driven - cooling - system
16.7 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and Air Conditioning (AC). - & - For models with an electric fan. - cooling - system

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

4.3L 6-cylinder Engine Code [X] LU3 X

Engine:

4.3L 6-cylinder [X] LU3 X [aka 4.3L 6-cylinder]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

4.5 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

N/A

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 PICKUP 4.3L 6-cylinder [X] LU3 X oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO23

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 0W-30 (Below -29°C)
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51040-EA

Wix Air Filter:

42487-EA

Coolant Capacity:

15.1 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT) and front Air Conditioning (AC) with an engine fan.
16.6 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT) and front Air Conditioning (AC) with an electric fan (Elect Fan).
16.5 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (FR AC) with an electric fan.
14.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT) and front Air Conditioning (Front AC) with an engine fan.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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