Is a break-in oil change necessary?

Is a break-in oil change necessary?

New cars and trucks don’t need break-in oil. The manufacturer will typically require you to drive under light-to-moderate load for a few hundred miles, then change oil. After that, you’re good to go. Racers, competitors or gearheads using a rebuilt or new crate engine, however, should use break-in oil.

When should I get my first oil change in new Silverado?

Chevy recommends getting your 2021 Chevy Silverado oil & filter changed every 3,000-5,000 miles for conventional oil. Synthetic oil usually should be changed every 7,500 – 10,000 miles.

Can you break-in an engine with synthetic oil?

Engine technology has improved to the point where breaking in an engine is not as critical as it used to be. These newer engines can be broken in using synthetic oil.

What oil do I use to break-in an engine?

When breaking in any new or rebuilt engine, we recommend a dedicated Break-In Engine Oil. These are all conventional (mineral-based) oils with higher levels of ZDDP.

When should I get my first oil change on my 2021 Silverado?

Your first visit for routine maintenance on your Chevy Silverado 1500 should be at 7,500 miles. At this milestone, your truck will get required services taken care of, such as rotating your tires, checking the engine oil level, and getting an oil change and replacing the engine oil filter if necessary.

What kind of oil goes in a 2021 Chevy Silverado?

Chevy Silverado 1500 2021, GM Original Equipment™ SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil, by ACDelco®.

Do modern car engines require break-in?

While many engine break-in tips also apply to modern engines, one compulsory rule for new cars has disappeared, as it’s no longer necessary to change the engine oil after the first 1,000 miles. You should, however, also keep these break-in practices in mind when replacing individual components later on.

What is the best oil to break-in an engine?

Use a 5w-30 or 10w-30 motor oil with an engine break-in additive (ZDDP or zinc camshaft additive), especially with flat tappet camshafts.