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1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS, 3.8 K
Quick Lookups: Fluids
1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS, 3.8 KSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 9.00 OZS. | 0.26 L | PAG 150 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.25 LBS. | 1.02 KG | R-134a | Refer to TSB No. 99 01 38 005. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 3.8L Eng | 11.70 QTS. | 11.07 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 3.8L Eng | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - SAE 10W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | S | ||||
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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.