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FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 4.70 OZS. 0.13 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant 1.38 LBS. 0.62 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Complete Trans System 11.40 QTS. 10.78 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Overhaul 9.80 QTS. 9.27 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Pan and Filter Removal 6.70 QTS. 6.34 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Brake Fluid 1.10 QTS. 1.04 L DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid S
Differential Gear Oil Front,Dry Fill 1.27 QTS. 1.2 L GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil GM Part No. 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specifications: (9986115). With a complete drain and refill add 4 oz. of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive. S
Differential Gear Oil Front,Wet Fill 1.06 QTS. 1 L GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil GM Part No. 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specifications: (9986115). With a complete drain and refill add 4 oz. of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive. S
Differential Gear Oil Rear,Drain and Refill,w/Limited Slip Differential 1.26 QTS. 1.19 L GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil GM Part No. 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specifications: (9986115). Limited Slip Differential Additive: Drain and Refill with cover removed add: 3.38 oz. Drain and Refill with use of drain plug add: 2.37 oz. The following is for vehicles equipped with the Limited Slip Differential option. The Limited Slip Additive container capacity is greater than the amount needed. Only add the amount specified. S
Differential Gear Oil Rear,Drain and Refill,w/o Limited Slip Differential 1.37 QTS. 1.29 L GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil GM Part No. 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specifications: (9986115). S
Differential Gear Oil Rear,Drain and Refill,w/use of Drain Plug 1.16 QTS. 1.09 L GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil GM Part No. 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specifications: (9986115). S
Engine Coolant 11.40 QTS. 10.78 L 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean drinkable water All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Engine Oil w/Filter 6.00 QTS. 5.67 L API - SAE 5W-30 The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos1 specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add 1 Qt. of the recommended oil and then recheck the level. S
Fuel Tank 17.50 GALS. 66.24 L S
Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No. 89021184. S
Transfer Case Fluid 0.90 QTS. 0.85 L Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No. 88861800. S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Optikleen Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. S