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2015 Chevrolet Malibu Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2015 (2015).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas)
5.10 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T40)
— Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.3-7.4 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Brake Fluid
— DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Engine Coolant
7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil (2.5L Eng)
5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — API - SAE 5W-20. SAE 0W-20 maybe used as an alternative Note: Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T70)
— Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.3-7.4 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Engine Oil (2.0L Eng)
5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
Notes
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 4.2 - 6.3 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
- →Approximate capacity: 8.5 - 9.0 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 5.3-7.4 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
- →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 7.4 - 9.5 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
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- What are the fluid capacities for a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?
- The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas): 5.10 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T40): — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.3-7.4 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Brake Fluid: — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid, Engine Coolant: 7.80 QTS. (7.38 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water, Engine Oil (2.5L Eng): 5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — API - SAE 5W-20. SAE 0W-20 maybe used as an alternative Note: Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T70): — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.3-7.4 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Engine Oil (2.0L Eng): 5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended..
- How much engine oil does a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu take?
- The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu takes 5.10 OZS. (0.15 L) — PAG 46.