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Convertible · 6.2L LS3 V8

2012 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible — 6-speed automatic

The 2012 Corvette paired the 6.2L LS3 V8 with the 6-speed automatic in convertible form.

2012 Chevrolet Corvette — C6 coupe, front three-quarter view
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Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim
Corvette
Body style
Convertible
Engine
6.2L LS3 V8
Transmission
6-speed automatic

Configuration-specific ownership

Maintenance for this exact configuration

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Service desk

What this car needs & when

Use this as a service-planning checklist for 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible — 6-speed automatic. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.

Service topics
6
Factory intervals
5
Fitment-scoped
6
Exact references
1

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  • Passenger-compartment air filter — replace

    Sourced interval available

    Applies to: 2012 · United States

    Published interval: 22,500 mi / 24 months · Whichever occurs first.

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

  • Engine air-cleaner filter — replace

    Sourced interval available

    Applies to: 2012 · United States

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

    Except ZR1

    Applies to: 2012 · United States · All models except ZR1.

    Published interval: 45,000 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

  • Transmission fluid service

    Sourced interval available

    Applies to: 2012 · United States

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

    Automatic — normal service

    Applies to: 2012 · Automatic · United States · Automatic transmission under normal service.

    Published interval: 97,500 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

    Automatic — severe service

    Applies to: 2012 · Automatic · United States · Automatic transmission under severe service.

    Published interval: 45,000 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

  • Rear-axle fluid — change

    Sourced interval available

    Severe-service schedule.

    Applies to: 2012 · United States · Severe service.

    Published interval: 45,000 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

  • Spark plugs — replace and inspect wires

    Sourced interval available

    Applies to: 2012 · United States

    Published interval: 97,500 mi

    Source: Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual · Service and Maintenance — Maintenance Schedule / Additional Required Services matrix · checked

  • Engine oil filter — catalog fitment

    Exact reference available

    Manufacturer-catalog fitment only; use the engine-specific option below and verify the VIN before ordering.

    Baldwin B160 cataloged fitment

    This manufacturer application record establishes replacement-filter fitment only; it does not alter Chevrolet's service interval.

    Applies to: 2012 · 6.2L LS3 V8 · Corvette · United States · Baldwin's exact 2012 Corvette V8-376 6.2L naturally aspirated, VIN W (LS3) application row assigns B160; verify the VIN and installed filter before ordering.

    Source: Parker/Baldwin Filters — 2025 Automotive Applications catalog · Chevrolet 2012 Corvette V8-376 6.2L naturally aspirated, VIN W (LS3) application row — Lube — B160 · checked

    Verified ordering references

Sources

  1. Chevrolet — 2012 Corvette Owner's Manual

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