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2019 Chevrolet Colorado Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2019 (2019).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
5.00 OZS. (0.14 L) — PAG 46
Brake Fluid
— DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil
1.48 QTS. (1.4 L) — SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil Note: GM Part No. 88863089.
Differential Gear Oil (Base,LT,WT,Z71)
2.70 PTS. (1.27 L) — SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil Note: GM Part No. 88863089.
Engine Coolant (2.5L Eng)
9.60 QTS. (9.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil (2.5L Eng)
5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
Manual Transmission Fluid
3.17 QTS. (2.99 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI
Transfer Case Fluid
2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6L50/MYB)
6.70 QTS. (6.34 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI
Engine Coolant (2.8L Eng)
11.10 QTS. (10.5 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil (2.8L Eng)
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 8L45/M5T)
7.40 QTS. (7 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON HP
Engine Coolant (3.6L Eng)
11.20 QTS. (10.59 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil (3.6L Eng)
6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil.
Notes
- →Use only DEF that is GM approved, or fluid containing the API certified or ISO 22241 label. The use of other fluids could damage the system, requiring costly repairs that will not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
- →GM Part No. 88863089.
- →ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Use only fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
- →Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade.
- →ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil.
This vehicle's factory manual
2019 Chevrolet Colorado: 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?
- The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 5.00 OZS. (0.14 L) — PAG 46, Brake Fluid: — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid, Differential Gear Oil: 1.48 QTS. (1.4 L) — SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil Note: GM Part No. 88863089., Differential Gear Oil (Base,LT,WT,Z71): 2.70 PTS. (1.27 L) — SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil Note: GM Part No. 88863089., Engine Coolant (2.5L Eng): 9.60 QTS. (9.08 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water, Engine Oil (2.5L Eng): 5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — API - SAE 0W-20 Note: ACDelco dexos1 gen 2 full synthetic engine oil., Manual Transmission Fluid: 3.17 QTS. (2.99 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI, Transfer Case Fluid: 2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI, Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6L50/MYB): 6.70 QTS. (6.34 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI, Engine Coolant (2.8L Eng): 11.10 QTS. (10.5 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water, Engine Oil (2.8L Eng): 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: Use engine oils that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos2 specification are marked with the dexos2 approved logo. In the event that dexos2-approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine oil that meets ACEA C3 of the appropriate viscosity grade., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 8L45/M5T): 7.40 QTS. (7 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON HP, Engine Coolant (3.6L Eng): 11.20 QTS. (10.59 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water, Engine Oil (3.6L Eng): 6.00 QTS. (5.67 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil..
- How much engine oil does a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.