Oil
- Viscosity
- 5W-30
- Oil type
- Conventional
- Capacity (with filter)
- 6 qt
- Capacity (without filter)
- 5.7 qt
OEM notes: GM6094M
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe Maintenance & Specs
Everything you need to maintain your 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe — oil specs, maintenance schedule, recalls, and more.
The 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe takes 5W-30 Conventional with a total capacity of 6 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 7 active recalls — 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
Oil
5W-30
Conventional
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Capacity
6 qt
with filter
Drain plug
15 mm
25 Nm torque
Filter
PF48
ACDelco (OEM)
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OEM spec: GM6094M
Quick DIY Tips for the 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
- 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 Conventional as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Filter options
Drain bolt & hardware
- Socket size
- 15 mm
- Thread size
- M16x1.5
- Torque spec
- 25 Nm
- Gasket type
- Rubber gasket
Notes: 2nd gen GMT800 (5.3L V8)
Fluid specifications
Transmission Fluid
Buy →- Type
- Dexron VI
- Capacity
- 4 qt
- Change interval
- 60,000 mi
Brake Fluid
Buy →- DOT type
- DOT 3
- Change interval
- 45,000 mi
Coolant
Buy →- Type
- Dex-Cool
- Color
- Orange
- Capacity
- 7.5 qt
- Change interval
- 100,000 mi
Power Steering Fluid
Buy →- Type
- GM Power Steering Fluid
Differential Fluid (rear)
Buy →- Type
- 75W-90 GL-5
- Capacity
- 2 qt
- Change interval
- 60,000 mi
Parts & specifications
Spark Plugs
- Type
- Iridium
- Gap
- 0.040
- Quantity
- 4
- Change interval
- 100,000 mi
Battery
- Group size
- 48
- CCA
- 615
Tires
- Size
- 245/60R18
- Front pressure
- 33 PSI
- Rear pressure
- 33 PSI
Air Filter
Cabin Air Filter
Brake Pads
Wiper Blades
Maintenance schedule
Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Towing & Payload
Max Towing Capacity
8,400 lbs
Max Payload
1,792 lbs
Curb Weight
5,500 lbs
GVWR
7,300 lbs
Max Tongue Weight
840 lbs
Hitch Class
IV
Source: manufacturer
Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$58,000
Private Party Value
$7,163 – $7,917
Dealer Retail Value
$8,294 – $9,425
Trade-In Value
$6,409 – $7,163
Depreciation
87%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
Safety recalls7
Technical Service Bulletins318
Torque specifications
- lug nut
- 100 ft-lbs / 135.6 Nm
- spark plug
- 18 ft-lbs / 24.4 Nm
14mm thread, aluminum head
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