GMC Sierra 1500 Oil Type

The GMC Sierra 1500 sitting in your North Myrtle Beach driveway works hard and plays hard. Whether you want a new vehicle for Myrtle Beach job sites or heading to weekend getaways to the beach, lake, or mountains, you’ll need oil changes every once in a while. If you love performing oil changes on your own, you must order the right GMC Sierra 1500 oil type to make sure your pickup runs smoothly for many years to come. 

Discover everything about the GMC Sierra 1500 oil type from the service center experts at Bell And Bell GMC. 

What Is the Best GMC Sierra 1500 Oil Type?

The GMC Sierra oil type depends on the engine under the hood. With a gasoline engine, we highly recommend SAE5W-30 Dexos1 full synthetic oil. For protection when you encounter lower temperatures below 20 degrees Fahrenheit, think about 0W-30 oil to make sure it stays fluid in extremely cold temperatures. 

With a GMC truck that has a powerful Duramax turbodiesel engine, use SAE0W-20 DexosD diesel engine oil. It’s a formula specially made for diesel engines.

Why Is ACDelco Dexos1 Full Synthetic the Best GMC Sierra Oil Type?

GMC, as the manufacturer, and our service technicians highly suggest ACDelco Dexos1 full synthetic oil for newer GMC vehicles like your Sierra 1500. There are four main benefits of full synthetic motor oil in your pickup truck:

• High resistance to oxidation, allowing the oil to last longer than conventional oil
• Excellent low-temperature flow during cold start-ups in chilly weather
• Helps prevent sludge and other harmful deposits
• Better longevity for engine parts, saving you money in the long run by preventing expensive repairs

How Often Does Your GMC Sierra 1500 Need an Oil Change?

We recommend a full synthetic oil change every 7,500 miles for your pickup truck. We also suggest a genuine GMC Sierra 1500 oil filter from our parts department. Genuine oil and GMC Sierra 1500 oil filters from GMC keep your Sierra 1500’s engine in better condition than non-GMC parts, and your engine will last longer.

Why Use Full Synthetic Oil Instead of Conventional Oil?

You can use conventional oil as the GMC Sierra oil type. However, conventional oil isn’t the best choice. You’ll need oil changes every 3,000 miles rather than every 7,500 miles, which actually costs more in the long run.

Refineries can custom-make full synthetic oil so it performs better and lasts longer. Synthetic oil is more expensive up front, but you don’t have to get it changed as often as conventional oil. Your engine will be in better shape with full synthetic oil, though, because it stays cleaner for longer periods of time.

Stop by Our Lot for a GMC Sierra 1500 Oil Change in Little River

Don’t have time to change the oil yourself? We’re happy to help! Contact us, call (888) 459-4749, or schedule a service appointment when your pickup is ready for maintenance. We’ll get you back on Conway roads in no time with the right oil type and the GMC Sierra 1500 oil filter!