Change the Oil on a 2019 Chevrolet Trax

Learn how to change the oil on your 2013+ Chevy/Holden Trax with a 1.4L Ecotec Turbo 4 Cylinder engine. This guide shows a US 2019 model, but the 1.4L shown has been in use since the Trax began in 2013. I'll cover every step, tool and supply you need.

Chevy calls for an oil change when the oil life indicator on the dash recommends, or about every 7,500 miles under normal use.

For the most part, changing the oil is very easy on this engine. Honestly the only part that could be easier is if Chevy mounted the oil filter in a place that's a little easier to get to.

Required Tools

Ratchet with 10mm and 24mm sockets (15/16" will work in a pinch)
Oil Catch Pan
Oil fill funnel
Rhino Ramps

Required Parts

4.25 qt. of 5W30 Synthetic Oil
Oil Filter - For oil caps marked "Hengst" : OEM: Hengst E611h-D442 or GM 55353324, ** ACDelco PF2257G**, or K&N PS-7027, FRAM CH10246 TRV204897, Wix WL10283
Optional - Replacement M14-1.5 Oil Drain Plug like Fumoto F-106 Oil drain valve
Optional - Replacement oil cartridge cap 55593189

Step by Step Instructions

Get Started by Lifting the Car

1

By far, the easiest way to gain access to the drain plug is to drive the Trax up on a set of ramps.

If you haven't used ramps before, just take your time and be careful. Drive up them very slowly. Have a friend watch if you can to make sure nothing goes wrong.

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Drain the Oil

2

Locate the oil drain plug and place your pan directly under it.

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3

Remove the 10mm oil drain plug by turning it the normal counter-clockwise direction.

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4

Install the drain plug. Torque to 14 Nm / 10.3 ft-lbs.

5

Remove the oil filter housing using your 24mm socket or wrench.

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6

Pull the old filter out of the housing.

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7

Replace the oil filter housing o-ring (if your filter came with a replacement).

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8

Install the new filter into the housing and re-install the housing.

Fill with New Oil

9

Using your funnel, refill the oil. It takes approximately 4.25 quarts, but it may take less. Start by pouring in 3.5-4 quarts and checking the level.