How to Change the Oil on a GMC Canyon

You can save yourself some money by changing the oil in your GMC Canyon yourself instead of paying someone else. It will only take a few tools and a little mechanical ability. Most mechanics prefer you change your oil around every 3,000 miles.

Things You'll Need:

• Jack


• Jack Stands


• Oil Bucket


• Wrench


• Ratchet


• Oil


• Filter Wrench


• Oil Filter


• Funnel


• Owners Manual

1. Jack the front of your GMC Canyon up and place jack stands underneath for extra support. Make sure you jack the vehicle up and place jack stands on the frame. Placing the jack and jack stands anywhere else won't be stable and could cause the vehicle to fall.


2. Place an oil bucket underneath the oil pan and remove the nut.


3. Let the oil drain out for a few minutes. It's impossible to get all the oil out, but most should drain out easily.


4. Replace the nut on the oil pan and remove the oil filter. Place the old filter in the drain bucket.


5. Install the new filter with the same wrench. Lubricate the edges of the filter by rubbing used oil on it with your finger.


6. Slide the oil bucket and jack stands out from under the vehicle. Slowly release the jack.


7. Unscrew the oil cap and place a funnel in the hole. Make sure the funnel is thoroughly cleaned and dried because you don't want dirt and debris getting in the oil.


8. Pour the new oil in. Most GMC Canyon's should take five quarts, but check your owner’s manual first.


9. Screw the cap back on and check the dipstick to make sure it reads the oil level as full.