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2016 Chevrolet Sonic Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016 (2016).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T30/MH9)
— Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 4.20 - 5.3 qts. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid
0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Engine Coolant (1.8L Eng)
6.30 QTS. (5.96 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
Engine Oil (1.8L Eng)
4.76 QTS. (4.5 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
Power Steering Fluid
0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — GM Power Steering Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD F17-5/M26)
1.69 QTS. (1.59 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: All transmissions, after a transmission repair, should be filled as far as the lower edge of the inspection aperture. The transmission fluid is supplied by weight in production. There is no need to correct it during scheduled servicing if no leaks are found. GM Part No. 88862472.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T40/MH8)
— Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.30 - 7.4 qts. Approximate capacity.
Engine Coolant (1.4L Eng)
6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
Engine Oil (1.4L Eng)
4.25 QTS. (4.02 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
Manual Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD M32-6/MZ4)
2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104.
Notes
- →Fluid Capacity is between:4.75 - 5.8 qts. Approximate capacity.
- →Approximate capacity.
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 4.20 - 5.3 qts. Approximate capacity.
- →After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
- →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
- →All transmissions, after a transmission repair, should be filled as far as the lower edge of the inspection aperture. The transmission fluid is supplied by weight in production. There is no need to correct it during scheduled servicing if no leaks are found. GM Part No. 88862472.
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 4.20 - 6.3 qts. Approximate capacity.
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 8.50 - 9.0 qts. Approximate capacity.
- →Fluid Capacity is between: 5.30 - 7.4 qts. Approximate capacity.
- →Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Chevrolet Sonic?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T30/MH9): — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 4.20 - 5.3 qts. Approximate capacity., Brake Fluid: 0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid, Engine Coolant (1.8L Eng): 6.30 QTS. (5.96 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range., Engine Oil (1.8L Eng): 4.76 QTS. (4.5 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures., Power Steering Fluid: 0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — GM Power Steering Fluid, Manual Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD F17-5/M26): 1.69 QTS. (1.59 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: All transmissions, after a transmission repair, should be filled as far as the lower edge of the inspection aperture. The transmission fluid is supplied by weight in production. There is no need to correct it during scheduled servicing if no leaks are found. GM Part No. 88862472., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6T40/MH8): — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.30 - 7.4 qts. Approximate capacity., Engine Coolant (1.4L Eng): 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water Note: After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range., Engine Oil (1.4L Eng): 4.25 QTS. (4.02 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures., Manual Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD M32-6/MZ4): 2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104..
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Chevrolet Sonic take?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Sonic takes 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG 46.