2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen)

Fifth Gen / Coupe / Convertible / Global including North America, Europe, Australia

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Engine identity

Engine code

LFX, LS3, L99

Engine summary

The 2013 Camaro featured three main engines: a 3.6L V6 (LFX), a 6.2L V8 LS3 in the SS coupe, and a 6.2L V8 L99 with Active Fuel Management in the SS automatic.

Displacement

3.6L V6 or 6.2L V8

Power

V6: 312 hp; V8 LS3: 426 hp; V8 L99: 400 hp

Torque

V6: 278 lb-ft; V8 LS3: 420 lb-ft; V8 L99: 410 lb-ft

Fuel system

Fuel injection (multi-port and direct injection on LFX V6)

Timing drive

Overhead valve with timing chain (V8); DOHC with timing chain (V6 LFX)

Port OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Type d’huile

Synthetic 5W-30

Capacité d’huile

V6 ~6.0L service fill including filter; V8 ~6.0L service fill including filter

Liquide de refroidissement

Approximately 14.5 liters depending on engine and market

Fluide

Dexron VI automatic fluid

Differential fluid

75W-90 synthetic gear oil (for limited-slip differential models)

Liquide de frein

DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed Tremec TR6060 (V8 SS), 6-speed manual (V6)

Automatic transmission

6-speed Hydra-Matic 6L80 (V8 LS3, L99), 6-speed automatic (V6)

Spark plugs

Iridium tipped recommended

Service interval

Oil and filter change every 7,500 miles or 12 months

Dimensions des pneus

V6: 245/55R18 or 245/45R20, V8 SS: 245/55R18 front, 275/40R20 rear

Couple de roue

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Camaro specific rust in southern climates
Active Fuel Management issues on L99 engines
Water pump failures in V6 models

First checks

Inspect for rust and frame damage
Check Active Fuel Management system and lifters on L99
Compression test recommended on high mileage engines

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Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

2013 Camaro trims varied by market; most common engines are listed for North America and similar global markets
Oil capacities include filter changes; check service manuals for exact market variations

Codes courants

Source and verification notes

2013 Chevrolet Camaro owner and service manuals
Global automotive databases and enthusiast technical communities

Outils compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) use? 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) is listed here with engine code LFX, LS3, L99; engine summary: The 2013 Camaro featured three main engines: a 3.6L V6 (LFX), a 6.2L V8 LS3 in the SS coupe, and a 6.2L V8 L99 with Active Fuel Management in the SS automatic..
What oil and capacity does the 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) use? 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) is listed with Synthetic 5W-30 and oil capacity V6 ~6.0L service fill including filter; V8 ~6.0L service fill including filter. Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) problems? Highlighted checks for 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen): Camaro specific rust in southern climates, Active Fuel Management issues on L99 engines, Water pump failures in V6 models.

Engine identity

Engine code

LFX, LS3, L99

Engine summary

The 2013 Camaro featured three main engines: a 3.6L V6 (LFX), a 6.2L V8 LS3 in the SS coupe, and a 6.2L V8 L99 with Active Fuel Management in the SS automatic.

Displacement

3.6L V6 or 6.2L V8

Power

V6: 312 hp; V8 LS3: 426 hp; V8 L99: 400 hp

Torque

V6: 278 lb-ft; V8 LS3: 420 lb-ft; V8 L99: 410 lb-ft

Fuel system

Fuel injection (multi-port and direct injection on LFX V6)

Timing drive

Overhead valve with timing chain (V8); DOHC with timing chain (V6 LFX)

Port OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Type d’huile

Synthetic 5W-30

Capacité d’huile

V6 ~6.0L service fill including filter; V8 ~6.0L service fill including filter

Liquide de refroidissement

Approximately 14.5 liters depending on engine and market

Fluide

Dexron VI automatic fluid

Differential fluid

75W-90 synthetic gear oil (for limited-slip differential models)

Liquide de frein

DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

6-speed Tremec TR6060 (V8 SS), 6-speed manual (V6)

Automatic transmission

6-speed Hydra-Matic 6L80 (V8 LS3, L99), 6-speed automatic (V6)

Spark plugs

Iridium tipped recommended

Service interval

Oil and filter change every 7,500 miles or 12 months

Dimensions des pneus

V6: 245/55R18 or 245/45R20, V8 SS: 245/55R18 front, 275/40R20 rear

Couple de roue

Verify by VIN and market

Questions fréquentes

What engine code does the 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) use? 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) is listed here with engine code LFX, LS3, L99; engine summary: The 2013 Camaro featured three main engines: a 3.6L V6 (LFX), a 6.2L V8 LS3 in the SS coupe, and a 6.2L V8 L99 with Active Fuel Management in the SS automatic..

What oil and capacity does the 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) use? 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) is listed with Synthetic 5W-30 and oil capacity V6 ~6.0L service fill including filter; V8 ~6.0L service fill including filter. Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen) problems? Highlighted checks for 2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen): Camaro specific rust in southern climates, Active Fuel Management issues on L99 engines, Water pump failures in V6 models.

2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes

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2013 CHEVROLET Camaro LFX/LS3 (Fifth Gen)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

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Important notes