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2018 Chevrolet Sonic Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2018 (2018).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG 46
Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.8L Eng)
— 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
Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.4L Eng)
— 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 (1.4L Eng)
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.
- →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.
This vehicle's factory manual
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2018 Chevrolet Sonic?
- The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG 46, Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.8L Eng): — 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, Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.4L Eng): — 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 (1.4L Eng): 2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104..
- How much engine oil does a 2018 Chevrolet Sonic take?
- The 2018 Chevrolet Sonic takes 3.70 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG 46.