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Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2011 Chevrolet Corvette takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 8.5 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF48, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 1 active recall — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: April 30, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF48) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Full Synthetic as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls1 11V491000
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 24, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS". THE REAR HATCH HINGES MAY NOT MEET THE LOAD REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIED IN THE SAFETY STANDARD.
Technical Service Bulletins1088 All categories ELECTRICAL SYSTEM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC ENGINE EQUIPMENT POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER STRUCTURE:BODY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY SEATS VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE SERVICE BRAKES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL SUSPENSION EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY WHEELS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING SEAT BELTS TIRES EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION EXTERIOR LIGHTING FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY STEERING EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS VISIBILITY POWER TRAIN BACK OVER PREVENTION BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE TIRES:BEAD EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR WHEELS:RIM STRUCTURE POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:CONTROLS EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) TIRES:SIDEWALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS UNKNOWN OR OTHER FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM VISIBILITY/WIPER SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLING/CHARGING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM AIR BAGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
PIC5650D ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2017-12-19
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency Identification Devices when the concern is present. Dealer should also direct their customers to the appropriate section in the Owner manuals that references that the device complies.
PIC5491F ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2014-04-18
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an OnStar system that will not power up. Technician should turn off the ignition and cancel retained accessory power. After the vehicle has powered down remove power to the OnStar module for five minutes. After the power has been removed for five minutes, if the OnStar system is working release the vehicle. If the OnStar system is still inoperative continue with published Service Information diagnostics.
PIC4801F EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) 2014-03-04
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an OnStar Turn-By-Turn Navigation the system that is inoperative. Technician verifies there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes are present in the Antilock Braking System and Vehicle Communication Interface Module of the vehicle. If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes found call OnStar using the Blue button on the OnStar key pad and ask the advisor for a turn by turn route. Also make a OnStar personal call and a call into the vehicle. If normal diagnostics do not lead to a resolution technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.
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