The rugged styling and the spacious cabin of the 2014 GMC Acadia make for a secure and comfortable drive. To keep your SUV going for as long as possible, don’t skip out on routine maintenance, like changing your oil. Before diving into your oil change, though, you’ll need to know your Acadia’s engine oil capacity.

Owning any kind of vehicle is expensive, but owning a bigger SUV like the 2014 GMC Acadia can increase car costs even more. A great way to shave some money off your total vehicle expenses is by learning to change your own oil and to do that, you need the engine oil capacity.

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2014 GMC Acadia engine oil capacity

Let’s dive into the thing we’re all here for—what is the 2014 GMC Acadia engine oil capacity?

The 2014 GMC Acadia has a 3.6-liter V6 engine with an engine oil capacity of 6 quarts or 5.7 liters.

Don’t let those different liter values trip you up. A 3.6-liter engine describes the engine’s displacement, or the volume that the engine cylinders take up. A 5.7-liter engine oil capacity tells you that the engine needs 5.7 liters, or 6 quarts, of motor oil for optimum functioning.

These two values can’t be interchanged, so be mindful in your notes!

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What kind of oil does a 2014 GMC Acadia need?

What you’re reading is true, every engine has a specific kind of oil that will work best. That means you won’t be able to walk into your local auto store and reach for just any six-and-some quart bottle of engine oil.

The kind of oil you’ll want to get for a 2014 GMC Acadia has a 5W-30 oil grade. What does that mean, exactly? The oil grade indicates the oil’s viscosity (thickness) at different engine operating temperatures.

The first value, 5 followed by a W (standing for “winter), means there is a low viscosity level at the engine’s cold start temperature. The 30 that follows indicates a high, but by no means the highest, viscosity level at the engine’s normal operating temperature—a piping hot 212°F!

Putting the correct oil grade in your engine will reduce unnecessary wear and tear and help to ensure your engine’s prime working conditions. And as long as you’re sticking to the recommended oil grade or one grade above or below the recommendation, it won’t matter if you use conventional motor oil or synthetic motor oil.

Owner’s manual recommendation:

ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend 5W-30

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How often to change oil on a 2014 GMC Acadia

Armed with the right amount of oil in the right oil grade, you’re ready to DIY your oil change! As long as it’s the right time.

GMC recommends an oil change for the 2014 Acadia every 3,000 to 5,000 miles if you use conventional motor oil. If you prefer synthetic motor oil, it’s recommended you change the oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles.

And while these benchmarks are helpful, your driving habits and terrain will also play a role in how often you should change your oil! Let’s say your daily commute is an hour each way and you have to drive through the mountains to reach your destination. You may need to change your oil more frequently.

On the other hand, if your 2014 GMC Acadia stays snuggly in the driveway until your weekly corner store trip, you could probably change your oil less frequently. In any scenario, though, you should be regularly (about once a month) checking your oil quality and level. If you notice any of these symptoms, it may be time for an oil change:

Discolored oil. Clean oil will look amber or light brown, while dirty oil takes on a dark brown to black color.

Gritty texture. Clean oil should have a syrupy consistency. If it looks gritty, sludgy, or otherwise abnormal, it could be time to change your oil.

Burned oil smell. Contaminated oil or oil that has fallen below the recommended level could start producing a burning, smoky oil smell.

New engine noises. Hearing unfamiliar noises near your engine is a good sign that you’re in need of an oil change.

Decreased engine performance. Lower gas mileage, sputtering start, stalling out—any of that could mean your engine oil needs to be changed.

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Okay, are you ready to change your oil? Grab your materials!

Socket wrench

Drain pan

Filter wrench

New oil filter

6 quarts of 5W-30 engine oil

Start by warming up your engine. You’ll want it at its normal operating temperature before you get to work, so let it idle for five to 20 minutes (depending on the weather) or drive around the block a couple of times. After a few minutes of warming, you’ll want to turn the engine off while your car is on level ground, then follow these steps:

Open the hood to remove the oil fill cap.

Take the socket wrench and drain pan under the engine and remove the oil drain bolt to allow the old oil to drain into the pan.

Use the filter wrench to remove the old oil filter.

After the oil has drained completely, install the new oil filter and replace the oil drain bolt.

Head back up to refill the engine with the new 5W-30 oil and replace the oil fill cap.

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary

Turn your engine back on and check around the area for any leaking. Everything dry? Congratulations, you’ve successfully changed your oil!

All you have to do now is clean up. Pour the old oil into a sealable container so you can bring it to your local recycling center for proper disposal. Don’t dump the oil on the ground or in your trash.

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