2022 GMC Yukon 5.3L EcoTec3 Oil Change — DIY Guide

GMC dealers charge $120–$170 to service the Yukon's 5.3L EcoTec3; the DIY cost is around $55 in parts. The L82 engine in the 2022 Yukon is one of the cleaner full-size SUV oil change jobs — straightforward drain plug, accessible filter, and a well-documented procedure.

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Parts & Tools

Item	OEM / Spec	Detail
Oil filter	ACDelco PF64	Spin-on, driver-side block, low position
Drain plug gasket	GM 11546410	Replace each service
Motor oil	0W-20 full synthetic	GM dexos1 Gen 2 certified
Capacity	8.0 qt (7.6 L) with filter	L82 5.3L EcoTec3 V8
Drain plug torque	18 lb-ft (25 Nm)	15mm hex

Drain pan note: The L82 holds 8 quarts — use an 8-quart or larger drain pan.

Oil note: The 2022 Yukon 5.3L L82 requires dexos1 Gen 2 certified 0W-20 full synthetic. Mobil 1 0W-20, Pennzoil Platinum 0W-20, and ACDelco Dexos 0W-20 all meet the requirement. The L82's Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) cylinder deactivation system is sensitive to oil quality — don't use conventional oil.

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DIY vs. Shop Cost

Item	DIY Cost	Shop Cost
0W-20 dexos1 Gen 2 (8 qt)	$40–$52	—
ACDelco PF64 filter	$10–$14	—
Drain plug gasket GM 11546410	$1–$2	—
Total parts	~$51–$68	—
Labor	$0	$70–$105
Total	~$51–$68	$120–$170

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Step-by-Step Oil Change

1. Warm and Position

Run the Yukon for 5–7 minutes. Park on a level surface. Z71 models have a factory skid plate — remove the perimeter bolts to lower the plate if equipped.

2. Locate the Drain Plug and Filter

The 15mm drain plug is on the bottom of the oil pan, passenger-side rear. The ACDelco PF64 spin-on filter is on the driver-side of the engine block, low and toward the front. Both are visible immediately from under the front of the vehicle.

3. Drain the Oil

Position your 8-quart (or larger) drain pan under the drain plug. Remove counterclockwise. Allow 10–12 minutes for a complete 8-quart drain. Remove and discard the old GM 11546410 drain plug gasket.

4. Remove the Old Filter

The ACDelco PF64 sits at a slight angle. Position a rag beneath it before it fully releases. Counterclockwise to remove.

5. Install the New Filter

Apply fresh 0W-20 to the new PF64's rubber gasket. Thread clockwise until gasket contacts the block, then 3/4 additional turn by hand.

6. Reinstall the Drain Plug

Install the new GM 11546410 gasket. Torque to 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). A torque wrench is not optional — the aluminum oil pan will strip over time if guessing "snug."

7. Add Oil

Pour 7.5 quarts of dexos1 Gen 2 0W-20 through the oil filler cap (driver-side valve cover). Start the engine — oil pressure indicator extinguishes within 5 seconds. Idle 90 seconds, shut off, wait 5 minutes. Check the dipstick and top up. Full capacity with filter is 8.0 quarts.

8. Inspect and Reset

Run at idle 3 minutes. Check filter and drain plug for any seepage. After the first drive, recheck on a clean surface.

Reset the Engine Oil Life System (EOLS): use the DIC steering wheel controls to navigate to "Remaining Oil Life" and hold SET/CLR until it resets to 100%.

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DFM Notes

The 2022 Yukon 5.3L uses Dynamic Fuel Management (DFM) — an advanced version of Active Fuel Management that deactivates cylinders across a wider operating range. DFM requires clean, shear-stable 0W-20 to manage lifter solenoids reliably. Using thicker oil or extending intervals beyond 7,500 miles can cause lifter noise. For the Tahoe with the same engine family, see the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe 5.3L EcoTec3 oil change guide.

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