Give your Sierra 3500 HD’s engine a little TLC with routine oil changes. Schedule your next appointment today.
Not sure how or where to get your GMC Sierra 3500 HD’s oil changed? Look no further than Firestone Complete Auto Care! We are experts in car care — not just tires. We know all about motor oil, too. We couldn’t put it better than our technician, Brianna. She likes to explain to customers that, “Oil is the blood of the engine. It’s the #1 thing you can do for your car.”
Your 2012 Sierra 3500 HD’s oil should be changed according to GMC’s recommended oil change intervals. Check out mileage and month info for your Sierra 3500 HD in the above table. No matter the mileage, your Sierra 3500 HD may need its oil changed ASAP if your check engine light is on, you hear knock knock knock coming from the engine, smell oil inside the car, or notice excess vehicle exhaust. You may also need an oil change more frequently than GMC recommends if you haul heavy loads, frequent dusty roads, adventure off-road, or go long distances at low speeds. Generally, getting more frequent oil changes won’t hurt your GMC Sierra 3500 HD. In fact, every oil change is an opportunity to diagnose and treat any other issues, such as bad brakes or a failing battery.
Your local Firestone Complete Auto Care has the right 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 HD motor oil: either synthetic or conventional. GMC has specifically identified either synthetic or conventional as the ideal engine oil for your 2012 Sierra 3500 HD. Motor oil reduces friction between engine components, maintain proper engine temperature, and keep harmful substances from building up inside the engine. During your oil change service, a technician will change your Sierra 3500 HD's oil, replace and recycle your used oil and oil filter, inspect all of your other filters, top-off important fluids, and perform a free inspection on the rest of your vehicle. You can drive easy knowing that we strive to do what's best for your vehicle and take into account your driving style, and mileage.
Wondering what motor oil brands you can find at Firestone Complete Auto Care? We stock outstanding motor oils because that's what your engine deserves. Consult GMC's recommendations to select the right 2012 Sierra 3500 HD oil and talk with a teammate to learn more about our oil options: Pennzoil® High Mileage Vehicle® motor oil, Pennzoil Platinum® Full Synthetic motor oil with PurePlus™ Technology, and Shell Rotella® heavy-duty engine oil. There's a reason we carry these motor oil brands. They are proven winners. For instance, The Pennzoil Platinum® Full Synthetic line of motor oils with PurePlus® Technology is formulated from pure natural gas, unlike traditional synthetic motor oils, which helps lead to better performance. For heavy-duty engines, there's Shell Rotella. It's made for gasoline and diesel engines that need to overcome the strenuous working conditions, and is uniquely fortified to offer improved oxidation resistance, heightened performance in extreme temperatures, and increased wear protection. For help picking the correct motor oil for your 2012 GMC Sierra 3500 HD, refer to GMC's recommendations first.
The next time your GMC Sierra 3500 HD needs an oil change, you know where to turn. Your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care has the ideal oil for your Sierra 3500 HD’s engine. We’ll take care of you and your car at your convenience, with the right oil at the right price. Find out how much your GMC Sierra 3500 HD oil change will cost by calling ahead. Get professional engine care by making an oil change appointment for your Sierra 3500 HD today. For your convenience, many of our stores are open late and on weekends!
[1] ILSAC GF-5 represents the latest performance standard set by the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), a joint effort of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. Most automobile manufacturers are expected to recommend oils that meet ILSAC GF-5. API SN is the most recent service category issued by API’s Lubricants Group. Oils meeting API SN and the new “Resource Conserving” designation meet all ILSAC GF-5 performance requirements.