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2020 Chevrolet Sonic Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2019-2020 (2019-2020).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
2.50 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG Oil
Automatic Transmission Fluid
— Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.30 - 7.4 qts. Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid
0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Engine Coolant
6.34 QTS. (5.99 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
4.25 QTS. (4.02 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F).
Manual Transmission Fluid
1.90 QTS. (1.79 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104.
Power Steering Fluid
2.10 PTS. (0.99 L) — GM Power Steering Fluid
Notes
- →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.
- →After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
- →ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F).
- →Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
This vehicle's factory manual
2020 Chevrolet Sonic: 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 2020 Chevrolet Sonic?
- The 2020 Chevrolet Sonic fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 2.50 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG Oil, Automatic Transmission Fluid: — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Note: Fluid Capacity is between: 5.30 - 7.4 qts. Approximate capacity., Brake Fluid: 0.63 QTS. (0.59 L) — DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid, Engine Coolant: 6.34 QTS. (5.99 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: 4.25 QTS. (4.02 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F)., Manual Transmission Fluid: 1.90 QTS. (1.79 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid Note: Approximate capacity. GM Part No. 19259104., Power Steering Fluid: 2.10 PTS. (0.99 L) — GM Power Steering Fluid.
- How much engine oil does a 2020 Chevrolet Sonic take?
- The 2020 Chevrolet Sonic takes 4.25 QTS. (4.02 L) — API - SAE 5W-30 Note: ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F)..