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BIGBLKZL1 · 12-15-2012, 06:57 PM

Changed oil and was very careful to see that all of the 8 quarts went in. Even so, the oil reads at the lower dot on the dipstick...what's up with that?

csjcsj · 12-15-2012, 07:00 PM

I changed the oil today! Added 7 qts, started the car up for about 5 min, let sit 30 min! Checked it added the other qt! Now reads fine!

But have heard of this issue from others!

closs2sx · 12-15-2012, 07:07 PM

mine took a little over 8.5 to bring it to the top of the operating range

SS ORANGE CRUSH SS · 12-15-2012, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BIGBLKZL1

Changed oil and was very careful to see that all of the 8 quarts went in. Even so, the oil reads at the lower dot on the dipstick...what's up with that?

Was dip stick all the way in ???? Puzzling.

GaBoy25 · 12-15-2012, 07:30 PM

7.7 for me?

ZL1-Camaro · 12-15-2012, 07:43 PM

I bet it takes a while to drain from the oil cooler and maybe you have to run it to get it back in the oil cooler.

OldScoolCamaro · 12-15-2012, 07:50 PM

...possibly some difference between draining the oil temperature wise and how it is peformed. While the engine is warm, remove the filter first, then drain the engine oil. This will result in a more positive flow.

*mlee* · 12-15-2012, 07:52 PM

You've got to let these cars sit a while and then check.

If you went over 8 qts that's too much.

Vroom · 12-15-2012, 10:20 PM

Same for me. Not sure why it happens. If the engine is hot, its at the bottom dot...
hey that rhymes...

BIGBLKZL1 · 12-16-2012, 12:42 AM

Dipstick was in properly. Read the same after long drive and sitting for a couple of hours. Had same issue with the first oil change and added just under 1/2 quart. Will do the same again.

Vroom · 12-16-2012, 12:51 AM

you don't want to over fill it...if you put 8 quarts in, its good.

BAD ZL1 · 12-16-2012, 03:10 AM

8 quarts for me, landed middle of the stick, close enough.

Tyler H · 12-16-2012, 09:25 AM

Drain times very as per the person doing the job.Operating motor temp is a must. Cold motor and hour long drain time is not proper.Manufactures recommend capacities by this guideline...My opinion is to first start by draining the oil. While draining replace the oil filter. When reinstalled oil will be down to a small stream. Aproxx 4mins of drain time. Replace the drain plug. Install the recommended amount of oil. Start the vehicle and run for 20 to 30 sec. Check oil within 30 sec after shutdown. Add if needed. Repeat the run procedure again and recheck. Double check the plug and filter and your done! Everyone has an opinions but mine is a warranty approved one. I own a new car warranty approved lube shop and have been at it for 23 years. This procedure was on my certification exam over 20 years ago. It still has not changed. I've done a few hundred thousand oil changes and take pride in what I do. Hope my opinion helps a bit. On going argument but I go with the warranty approved one.

Tyler H · 12-16-2012, 09:33 AM

If you drip it dry you will find that you will need to add more than the capacity stated in the owners manual. Capacities are recommended by a normal drain time. If you have the time you can drip it dry but expect to reinstall more than the recommended capacity. It's ok to do so. Again operating temp is the key!

12-15-2012, 06:57 PM	#1
BIGBLKZL1 Drives: '12 ZL1/M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 149	More Than 8 Quarts? Changed oil and was very careful to see that all of the 8 quarts went in. Even so, the oil reads at the lower dot on the dipstick...what's up with that?

12-15-2012, 07:00 PM	#2
csjcsj Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS 6spd Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jefferson, Ga Posts: 4,399 View My Garage	I changed the oil today! Added 7 qts, started the car up for about 5 min, let sit 30 min! Checked it added the other qt! Now reads fine! But have heard of this issue from others! __________________

12-15-2012, 07:07 PM	#3
closs2sx Drives: 1970 chevelle Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Central NH Posts: 1,427	mine took a little over 8.5 to bring it to the top of the operating range __________________ On Order 2018 ZL1 1LE Garnet Red Tint Coat Metallic MY Car 2015 Z06 Z07 Daytona Sunrise Orange Metallic Dads Car 2013 ZL1 vin 963 Crystal Red Tint Coat/Black Wheels Exposed Carbon Fiber Insert 6 Spd Manual

12-15-2012, 07:50 PM	#7
OldScoolCamaro Drives: Camaro's, always have, always will. Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Home of the brave Posts: 4,851	...possibly some difference between draining the oil temperature wise and how it is peformed. While the engine is warm, remove the filter first, then drain the engine oil. This will result in a more positive flow. __________________ In Scott We Trust...all others must show proof.

12-15-2012, 07:52 PM	#8
mlee CamaroFans.com Drives: ZLE & ZR2 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 37,515 View My Garage	You've got to let these cars sit a while and then check. If you went over 8 qts that's too much. __________________

12-15-2012, 07:43 PM	#6
ZL1-Camaro Drives: Black M6 2013 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Wa Posts: 119	I bet it takes a while to drain from the oil cooler and maybe you have to run it to get it back in the oil cooler.

12-15-2012, 10:20 PM	#9
Vroom Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 325	Same for me. Not sure why it happens. If the engine is hot, its at the bottom dot... hey that rhymes... __________________ 2013 Victory Red ZL1 - 210K+ miles. Mods: Who needs mods...its a freaking ZL1 - Last car: 2006 GTO

12-16-2012, 12:42 AM	#10
BIGBLKZL1 Drives: '12 ZL1/M6 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 149	Dipstick was in properly. Read the same after long drive and sitting for a couple of hours. Had same issue with the first oil change and added just under 1/2 quart. Will do the same again.

12-16-2012, 12:51 AM	#11
Vroom Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 325	you don't want to over fill it...if you put 8 quarts in, its good. __________________ 2013 Victory Red ZL1 - 210K+ miles. Mods: Who needs mods...its a freaking ZL1 - Last car: 2006 GTO

12-16-2012, 03:10 AM	#12
BAD ZL1 BAD ZL1 Drives: 2013 VIN 48 Victory Red ZL1! Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: California Posts: 707	8 quarts for me, landed middle of the stick, close enough.

12-16-2012, 09:25 AM	#13
Tyler H XLR8TNG Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Calgary,Ab Posts: 371	Drain times very as per the person doing the job.Operating motor temp is a must. Cold motor and hour long drain time is not proper.Manufactures recommend capacities by this guideline...My opinion is to first start by draining the oil. While draining replace the oil filter. When reinstalled oil will be down to a small stream. Aproxx 4mins of drain time. Replace the drain plug. Install the recommended amount of oil. Start the vehicle and run for 20 to 30 sec. Check oil within 30 sec after shutdown. Add if needed. Repeat the run procedure again and recheck. Double check the plug and filter and your done! Everyone has an opinions but mine is a warranty approved one. I own a new car warranty approved lube shop and have been at it for 23 years. This procedure was on my certification exam over 20 years ago. It still has not changed. I've done a few hundred thousand oil changes and take pride in what I do. Hope my opinion helps a bit. On going argument but I go with the warranty approved one.

12-16-2012, 09:33 AM	#14
Tyler H XLR8TNG Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Calgary,Ab Posts: 371	If you drip it dry you will find that you will need to add more than the capacity stated in the owners manual. Capacities are recommended by a normal drain time. If you have the time you can drip it dry but expect to reinstall more than the recommended capacity. It's ok to do so. Again operating temp is the key!