To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil.
Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Chevy Cruze
| Engine | Oil capacity | Oil type (viscosity) |
| 1.4L L4 Engine | with filter 4.0 L (4.25 qt) | SAE 5W-30 |
| 1.8L L4 Engine | with filter 4.0 L (4.25 qt) | SAE 5W-30 |
1.4L L4 Engine Oil Change
1.8L L4 Engine Oil Change
2017 2018 2019 2020 Chevy Cruze
| Engine | Oil capacity | Oil type (viscosity) |
| 1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) | with filter 4.0 L (4.20 qt) | SAE 0W-20 |
| 1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) | with filter 5.0 L (5.30 qt) | SAE 5W-30 SAE 0W-40 |
1.4L L4 Engine (LE2) oil change
1.6L L4 Diesel Engine (LH7) oil change
Engine Oil Life System:
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
Remember, the Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system press the SET button while the Oil Life display is active.
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes:
Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the dexos specification and displaying the dexos certification mark are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection.
Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
Oil Change Intervals:
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON DIC message or Code 82 DIC message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year.
The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the last service. Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed.
- Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
- Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning recycling or disposal.
- Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
- Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
- Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
- Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
- Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
