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Approximate Fluid Capacities

The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations  for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Application Specification
Metric English
Cooling System
  • 3.6L Engine (RPO LY7)
10.4 liters 11.0 quarts
  • 3.8L Engine (RPO L26)
11.0 liters 11.7 quarts
  • 5.3L Engine
12.6 liters 13.3 quarts
Engine Oil with Filter
  • 3.6L Engine (RPO LY7)
5.2 liters 5.5 quarts
  • 3.8L Engine (RPO L26)
4.3 liters 4.5 quarts
  • 5.3L Engine
5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
Engine Oil without Oil Filter
  • 3.6L Engine (RPO LY7)
4.8 liters 5.2 quarts
  • 3.8L Engine (RPO L26)
3.76 liters 4.0 quarts
  • 5.3L Engine
5.2 liters 5.5 quarts
Fuel Tank 66.0 liters 17.5 gallons
Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E
  • Automatic - Drain and Refill
7.0 liters 7.4 quarts
  • Automatic - Complete Overhaul
9.5 liters 10.0 quarts
  • Automatic - Dry
12.7 liters 13.4 quarts