2008 GMC Savana 3500 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2008 GMC Savana 3500 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2008 GMC Savana 3500, 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 2008 GMC Savana 3500 oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6L 8-cylinder [6] LMM 1 Diesel Turbo | 10 quarts (with filter) | SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS) | GM 12691158 |
| 4.8L 8-cylinder [C] C | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
| 6.0L 8-cylinder [K] K | 6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | N/A |
Select Your 2008 GMC Savana 3500 Engine Option
6.6L 8-cylinder Engine Code [6] LMM 1 Diesel Turbo
Engine:
6.6L 8-cylinder [6] LMM 1 Diesel Turbo [aka 6.6L V8 (Diesel)]
Body & Trims:
Base
Oil Capacity:
10 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C)
SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
12677108, 88917036, 97214983
2008 GMC Savana 3500 6.6L 8-cylinder [6] LMM 1 Diesel Turbo oil change details
Oil Grade:
CJ-4
Oil Capacity:
10 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 15W-40 (Above -18°C) - SAE 15W-40 is the preferred oil.
SAE 5W-40 (All TEMPS) - When the ambient temperature is below -18°C (0°F), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting.
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
21 quarts - For models WithOut an auxiliary (AUX) heater.
22.5 quarts - For models with an auxiliary (AUX) heater.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
62 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
4.8L 8-cylinder Engine Code [C] C
Engine:
4.8L 8-cylinder [C] C [aka 4.8L 8-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2008 GMC Savana 3500 4.8L 8-cylinder [C] C 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 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
6.0L 8-cylinder Engine Code [K] K
Engine:
6.0L 8-cylinder [K] K [aka 6.0L 8-cylinder]
Body & Trims:
All
Oil Capacity:
6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
N/A
Oil Filter Replaces:
N/A
2008 GMC Savana 3500 6.0L 8-cylinder [K] K 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 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
18 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A