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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012TRAVERSE AWD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINEENGINE LUBRICATIONENGINE OILSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Traverse AWD V6-3.6L
Engine Oil: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Traverse AWD V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning:
Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning Hot Exhaust System Warning.
1. Place the drain pan under the oil filter.
2. Loosen the oil filter. Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Wrap the oil filter in a disposable towel or rag. Remove the oil filter, keep it upright until it is clear of the vehicle.
4. Thoroughly clean all oil spillage.
5. Lubricate the NEW oil filter gasket with clean engine oil and tighten the oil filter to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
6. Place a drain pan under the oil pan drain plug.
7. Remove the oil pan drain plug (1). Allow the oil to drain completely.
Installation Procedure
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
1. Install the oil pan drain plug and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
2. Clean the oil pan drain plug and oil filter areas from below.
3. Lower the vehicle.
4. Refill the engine oil. Refer to Approximate Fluid Capacities [1][2]Maintenance.
5. Start the engine and inspect for leaks.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.