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Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Recalls TSBs The 2018 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 PF63, 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 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF63) 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 25V175000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
Technical Service Bulletins775 All categories ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING BACK OVER PREVENTION TIRES WHEELS EXTERIOR LIGHTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS POWER TRAIN STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR SERVICE BRAKES FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS PARKING BRAKE EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL STEERING STRUCTURE SUSPENSION VISIBILITY BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY SEATS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS STRUCTURE:BODY VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:CONTROLS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS UNKNOWN OR OTHER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 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 SEAT BELTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM VISIBILITY/WIPER WHEELS:RIM VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL TIRES:BEAD
PIC6065B ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2017-06-13
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that do not recognize the SD card when it is used in the Performance Data Recorder (PDR) system.The SD card needs to be formatted to FAT32 and also have a class 10 designation in order to be compatible with the system.
PIP5130J ENGINE 2018-01-12
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician how to diagnose and repair a vehicle with an engine that runs with an intermittent crank no start with a Diagnostic Trouble Code P0011 or P00C6 current or history. The Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve may be sticking or binding causing the valve timing to be retarded. Dealer will need to cycle the Camshaft Position Actuator Solenoid Valve by energizing it using Global Diagnostic System 2.
PIP5168F FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2018-01-16
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a no crank concern. Technician will need to check the valve train for movement when the engine is cranked. If the valve train is not moving while the crankshaft is moving the front cover will need to be removed to inspect for a sheared cam sprocket locator pin. If the cam sprocket locator pin has sheared, replace the engine assembly. If the valve train is rotating during inspection, disconnect the Camshaft Position sensor and check if the engine will start. If the engine starts front cover will need to be removed to inspect for a sheared cam sprocket locator pin. If the cam sprocket locator pin has sheared, replace the engine assembly. If the engine does not start with the Camshaft Position sensor disconnected the follow published “Engine Cranks But Does Not Run” diagnosis in Service Information. Also perform an Engine Compression Test and Cylinder Leakage Test in Service Information documents all results. If the Service Information procedures above isolate an engine mechanical concern then removed to inspect for a sheared cam sprocket locator pin. If the cam sprocket locator pin has sheared, replace the engine assembly.
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