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1989 Buick Skyhawk Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Automatic Transmission Fluid 6.00 QTS. 5.67 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. S
Engine Coolant w/Heater & A/C 8.00 QTS. 7.57 L 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water GM Specification 1825-M. S
Engine Oil 2.0L Eng 4.00 QTS. 3.78 L SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) S
Fuel Tank 13.50 GALS. 51.1 L S
Manual Transmission Fluid N/A N/A Refer to lubricant specifications label under hood for correct fluid. S
Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No. 1050017. S
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