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2016 Chevrolet Volt Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016-2017 (2016-2017).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
6.10 OZS. (0.18 L) — POE
Automatic Transmission Fluid
7.13 QTS. (6.74 L) — Automatic Tramsnission Fluid DEXRON VI
Brake Fluid
— DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Engine Coolant
5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and deionized water.
Engine Oil
4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — 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.
Notes
- →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. Use only fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Chevrolet Volt?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Volt fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 6.10 OZS. (0.18 L) — POE, Automatic Transmission Fluid: 7.13 QTS. (6.74 L) — Automatic Tramsnission Fluid DEXRON VI, Brake Fluid: — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid, Engine Coolant: 5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and deionized water., Engine Oil: 4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — 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..
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Chevrolet Volt take?
- The 2016 Chevrolet Volt takes 4.20 QTS. (3.97 L) — 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..