2010 GMC Canyon Extended Cab Owner's Manual - Page 292

When to Add Engine Oil Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. L4 and L5 Engines V8 Engine If the oil is below the cross-hatched area (L), add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 6-118. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when through. 6-16