What oil do I put in my VZ Commodore?

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How to change the oil at home on a Holden VZ commodore. You'll need a filter 6.5L of 5W-30 oil and maybe a sump plug or at a new washer.



Also question is, what is the best oil for a VZ Commodore?

CASTROL EDGE 5W-30 A3/B4 best Castrol EDGE 5W-30 A3/B4 with Fluid TITANIUM is the natural choice for drivers who demand maximum engine performance from today's modern vehicles requiring a high level of protection and higher performance oils.

Similarly, what oil does a Holden Commodore take? Holden recommends 5W 30 for the Alloytec. Engine oils come in varying grades, mainly depending on what the engine does and the age.

Hereof, how much oil do I put in my VZ Commodore?

The VZ Alloytecs take roughly 6.5 litres of oil, but check the owners manual for VE specs. So if you have a full 5 litre bottle, pour all of that straight in. However once you've put a few litres in, it's good to check the sump plug for any leaks.

How much oil does a VE v6 take?

VE Commodore V6 motors will require around 6.5 Litres of new engine oil. VE Commodore V8 motors will require around 8.3 Litres of new Engine Oil. Because of this, you will require a large 10 litre container for oil. Initially, place 5 Litres of Oil in to the engine (V6 models), or 7 Litres of Oil for V8 models.

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How many Litres of oil does a Ecotec take?

5.3 litres

How do you drain the gas tank on a VZ Commodore?

Fuel filter clips on and off, it's up behind the driver side rear wheel area. As for draining the tank, youve got a few options. You can put a hose in to syphon it out from the tank, or remove the fuel inlet hose at the engine bay and run the pump or another pump to draw the fuel out.

How do you check the transmission fluid on a VZ Commodore?

To check your automatic transmission fluid, follow these steps:
  1. Pull out the dipstick. With the gearshift in Neutral or Park and the parking brake on, let your engine run.
  2. Check the fluid.
  3. Wipe the dipstick with a clean, lint-free rag; then reinsert it and pull it out again.

How much oil does a 3.8 v6 take?

Model: Buick LeSabre (1999 – 2005)
Engine Capacity/Filter
LeSabre 3.8 V6 (1999 – 2003) L36 4.3 l 4.54 US Quarts / Filter: n/a
LeSabre 3.8 V6 (2004 – 2005) L36 4.3 l 4.54 US Quarts / Filter: n/a
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Where is the thermostat on a VY Commodore?


The Thermostat is located on the back of the motor.

How much coolant does a VE sv6 take?

Fill the reservoir with about 1.25 liters of the coolant mix. this should bring it up to the full mark on the dip-stick.

Where is VE Commodore battery?

The VE commodore battery is located in the boot and includes a ventilation system.

How do you reset the oil light on a VE Commodore?

Resetting Engine Oil Life
  1. Enter Engineering Mode. To do this, follow our guide on Accessing Engineering Mode.
  2. Navigate to 'Engine Oil Life'.
  3. To reset this value to 100%, simply depress the accelerator pedal to the floor three times at a steady pace.
  4. After a few seconds the value should reset to 100%.

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