If your Impala is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your Impala. If you can't do this, see our parts page to find a Chevrolet Impala oil filter wrench. For most Chevrolets, you can wrap an old belt around the oil filter and unscrew it by hand. This video shows the location of the oil drain plug, oil filter, oil fill cap and dipstick in addition to the steps needed to change the oil and filter in your Impala. The owners manual will indicate if your 2008 Impala takes 0W-20, 0W-30, 5W-20, 5W-30 or 10W-30. Conventional oil works well for drivers who change their oil regularly and if it is approved for your Impala. Synthetic oil will not break down over time and tends to have longer change intervals, so if you want to have more time between oil changes, then synthetic oil is a good choice. The synthetic oil vs conventional oil debate has many proponents on both sides. Many vehicles will require the use of 100% synthetic oil, others allow synthetic blend, which is a mix of synthetic and conventional oil, and conventional oil too. What type of oil is required in a Impala? You can use synthetic oil in any modern vehicle. Learn how to change the oil and oil filter in your 2008 Chevrolet Impala with this free video.
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