Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1990 Chevrolet Blazer 5.7 K, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Cold Crank Amps @ 0°F (-18°C) | Reserve Minutes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L (VIN E) | 525 | 90 | |
| 2.8L (VIN R) | 525 | 90 | |
| 3.1L (VIN D) | 525 | 90 | |
| 4.3L (VIN Z) | |||
| Standard | 525 | 90 | |
| Heavy Duty | 630 | 115 | |
| 5.0L (VIN H) | |||
| Standard | 430 | 90 | |
| Heavy Duty | 525 | 90 | |
| 5.7L (VIN K) | |||
| Standard | 525 | 90 | |
| Heavy Duty | 630 | 115 | |
| 6.2L (VIN C) | 570 | 90 | |
| 7.4L (VIN N) | 630 | 115 | |
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | (1) Quantity - Qts. (L) | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crankcase | |||||||||||||
| 2.5L (VIN E) | (2) 3.0 (2.8) | ||||||||||||
| 2.8L (VIN R) | (2) 4.0 (3.8) | ||||||||||||
| 3.1L (VIN D) | (2) 4.0 (3.8) | ||||||||||||
| 4.3L (VIN Z) | (2) 4.0 (3.8) | ||||||||||||
| 5.0L (VIN H) | (2) 4.0 (3.8) | ||||||||||||
| 5.7L (VIN K) | (2) 4.0 (3.8) | ||||||||||||
| 6.2L (VIN C) | 7.0 (6.5) | ||||||||||||
| 7.4L (VIN N) | (2) 5.0 (4.7) | ||||||||||||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater) | |||||||||||||
| 2.5L (VIN E) | 11.5 (11.0) | ||||||||||||
| 2.8L (VIN R) | 10.5 (10.0) | ||||||||||||
| 3.1L (VIN D) | 13.0 (12.3) | ||||||||||||
| 4.3L (VIN Z) | 13.5 (12.8) | ||||||||||||
| 5.0L (VIN H) | 18.0 (17.0) | ||||||||||||
| 5.7L (VIN K) | 18.0 (17.0) | ||||||||||||
| 6.2L (VIN C) | 25.0 (23.5) | ||||||||||||
| 7.4L (VIN N) | 25.0 (23.5) | ||||||||||||
| Automatic Transaxle (Dexron-II) (3) | |||||||||||||
| 3.1L (VIN D) | 4.0 (3.8) | ||||||||||||
| Automatic Transmission (Dexron-II) (3) | |||||||||||||
| 2.5L (VIN E) | 5.0 (4.7) | ||||||||||||
| 2.8L (VIN R) | 5.0 (4.7) | ||||||||||||
| 4.3L (VIN Z) | 5.0 (4.7) | ||||||||||||
| All V8 Engines | |||||||||||||
| THM 400 | 4.2 (4.0) | ||||||||||||
| THM 700 | 5.0 (4.7) | ||||||||||||
| Manual Transmission | |||||||||||||
| 2.5L (VIN E) | (4) 2.2 (2.0) | ||||||||||||
| 2.8L (VIN R) | (4) 2.2 (2.0) | ||||||||||||
| 4.3L (VIN Z) | (4) 2.2 (2.0) | ||||||||||||
| All V8 Engines | |||||||||||||
| 4-Speed (117 mm) | (4) 4.2 (4.0) | ||||||||||||
| 4-Speed (85 mm) | (4) 1.8 (1.7) | ||||||||||||
| 5-Speed (85 mm) | (4) 1.8 (1.7) | ||||||||||||
| 5-Speed Overdrive (85 mm) | (5) 1.8 (1.7) | ||||||||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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