--- title: The New Oil Requirement From GM Could Impact Your Vehicle description: It’s always important to stay up-to-date on the latest vehicle manufacturer requirements. GM has recently updated its requirements on oil. image: https://www.deboersauto.com/hubfs/Gm%20truck.png --- [![KO_DeBoers_Insignia_LOGO_Final_01](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/KO_DeBoers_Insignia_LOGO_Final_01.png?width=282&height=200&name=KO_DeBoers_Insignia_LOGO_Final_01.png) ![Copy of Deboers_LOGO_Final_01-01](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DeBoers%20Auto%20Logo%202018/Copy%20of%20Deboers_LOGO_Final_01-01.png?width=250&height=144&name=Copy%20of%20Deboers_LOGO_Final_01-01.png) ](https://www.deboersauto.com/) [![(973)529-836083 State Route 23 NorthHamburg, NJ 07419](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/354552/9a49b6ea-d33c-4ef3-b93b-8d71b1708c47.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/354552/9a49b6ea-d33c-4ef3-b93b-8d71b1708c47) [**](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/the-new-oil-requirement-from-gm-could-impact-your-vehicle#tmpmodule_1568761248550301) ** ###### 2 min read # [The New Oil Requirement From GM Could Impact Your Vehicle](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/the-new-oil-requirement-from-gm-could-impact-your-vehicle) By [Bill DeBoer](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/author/bill-deboer) on May 6, 2021 11:42:00 AM ###### Topics: [DeBoer's Auto](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/topic/deboers-auto) [Oil Change Hamburg NJ](https://www.deboersauto.com/blog/topic/oil-change-hamburg-nj) ![gm truck](https://www.deboersauto.com/hubfs/Gm%20truck.png) Vehicle manufacturers often have different regulations in place when it comes to maintaining their vehicles. Of course, you could choose to go against these regulations, but you might void the warranty as a result. General Motors (GM) has put into effect a new requirement regarding the type of oil you can put in your vehicle. It’s important to know what this requirement is if you change your own oil on your vehicle, but you should also ensure the auto shop you take your vehicle to knows about it as well. Here are the highlights of GM’s new oil requirement. ### **GM’s New Oil Requirement** Effective March 31, 2021, GM has switched their requirement from using 5-20 oil in their vehicles down to 0-20 full synthetic. This[ requirement change](https://www.deboersauto.com/hubfs/did_you_know_gm_dexos_0w20.pdf) comes as a result of testing at the GM power plant, and they came up with a ruling that they want to put 0-20 oil into certain vehicles to get better fuel economy. Their results also show that 0-20 oil is better for the engines of those specific vehicles. Making a change of this nature usually doesn’t happen overnight and is the result of rigorous studies and testing. ### **Learn If Your Vehicle Falls Under The New GM Oil Requirement** ![Check if your GM vehicle needs the new oil recommendation.](https://www.deboersauto.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%206042021%20-%20%20DeBoer%E2%80%99s%20Auto--The%20New%20Oil%20Requirement%20From%20GM%20Could%20Impact%20Your%20Vehicle.jpeg?width=300&name=Blog%206042021%20-%20%20DeBoer%E2%80%99s%20Auto--The%20New%20Oil%20Requirement%20From%20GM%20Could%20Impact%20Your%20Vehicle.jpeg)Many vehicles we work on at DeBoer’s Auto fall under this new requirement. Pickup trucks like ones from Chevrolet, GMC Sierra trucks, Yukon’s, Tahoe’s, and many others must follow the new oil requirements. If you own a GM vehicle, then you need to check out the[ did you know](https://www.deboersauto.com/hubfs/did_you_know_gm_dexos_0w20.pdf) to determine whether your vehicle is required to have 0-20 oil in it. Or you can reach out to your trusted auto mechanic and they will be able to tell you if your vehicle is on the list. DeBoer’s Auto always keeps up with the latest things in the automotive world. Vehicle manufacturers will often change their requirements after additional testing is done to improve fuel economy, make the engines last longer, and improve the performance of the vehicle overall. Not following the requirements and having issues with the vehicle, as a result, could mean certain parts of your warranty will be voided. It’s always best to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and that’s exactly what we do at DeBoer’s Auto. Feel free to [contact us](https://www.deboersauto.com/contact-deboers-auto) at any time if you have any questions about your vehicle or if you’re ready to [schedule your next](https://www.deboersauto.com/schedule-your-service-appointments) maintenance appointment. 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