2012 Chevrolet IMPALA Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA, 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 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA oil change!

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Engine & Code	Oil Capacity	Oil Viscosity/Type	Oil Filter
3.6L 6-cylinder [3] LFX 3 Flex	6 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-30 (Below -29°C) SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)	N/A
3.6L 6-cylinder [3] LFX F	6 quarts (with filter)	SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)	N/A

Select Your 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA Engine Option

3.6L 6-cylinder Engine Code [3] LFX 3 Flex

Engine:

3.6L 6-cylinder [3] LFX 3 Flex [aka 3.6L 6-cylinder (Flex)]

Body & Trims:

All

Oil Capacity:

6 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

2012 Chevrolet IMPALA 3.6L 6-cylinder [3] LFX 3 Flex oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEOC3

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)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

9.2 quarts

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.