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2016 Chevrolet Express 2500 Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016 (2016).
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Air Cond Compressor Oil
11.00 OZS. (0.32 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid (4.8L Eng)
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: 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
Differential Gear Oil
3.13 QTS. (2.96 L) — SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil Note: Rear Axle (Steerable): Synthetic Gear Oil; use ONLY GM Part No.12378557. DO NOT add Friction Modifier.
Engine Coolant (4.8L Eng)
15.40 QTS. (14.57 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Engine Oil (4.8L Eng)
5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: 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.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.0L Eng)
10.50 QTS. (9.93 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Engine Coolant (6.0L Eng)
17.00 QTS. (16.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Engine Oil (6.0L Eng)
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: 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.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.6L Eng)
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Engine Coolant (6.6L Eng)
22.10 QTS. (20.91 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Engine Oil (6.6L Eng)
9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Engine Oil with the letters CJ-4 are required for your vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
Notes
- →All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
- →Approximate capacity. Diesel Exhaust Fluid or diesel exhaust fluid that meets ISO 22241-1 or displays the API Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark.
- →Rear Axle (Steerable): Synthetic Gear Oil; use ONLY GM Part No.12378557. DO NOT add Friction Modifier.
- →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.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
- →Engine Oil with the letters CJ-4 are required for your vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50.
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2016 Chevrolet Express 2500: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Chevrolet Express 2500?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Express 2500 fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 11.00 OZS. (0.32 L) — PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid (4.8L Eng): 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: 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, Differential Gear Oil: 3.13 QTS. (2.96 L) — SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil Note: Rear Axle (Steerable): Synthetic Gear Oil; use ONLY GM Part No.12378557. DO NOT add Friction Modifier., Engine Coolant (4.8L Eng): 15.40 QTS. (14.57 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Engine Oil (4.8L Eng): 5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: 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., Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.0L Eng): 10.50 QTS. (9.93 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Engine Coolant (6.0L Eng): 17.00 QTS. (16.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Engine Oil (6.0L Eng): 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: 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., Automatic Transmission Fluid (6.6L Eng): 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Engine Coolant (6.6L Eng): 22.10 QTS. (20.91 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling., Engine Oil (6.6L Eng): 9.20 QTS. (8.7 L) — API - SAE 15W-40 Note: Engine Oil with the letters CJ-4 are required for your vehicle. The CJ-4 designation can appear either alone or in combination with other American Petroleum Institute (API) designations, such as API CJ-4/SL. These letters show API levels of quality. SAE 15W-40 is best for the vehicle. When it is very cold, below 0°F (-18°C), use SAE 5W-40 to improve cold starting. These numbers on the oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 20W-50..
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Chevrolet Express 2500 take?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Express 2500 takes 11.00 OZS. (0.32 L) — PAG 46.