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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAB & CHASSIS C2500, 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISQUICK LOOKUPSFLUIDS
2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis C2500, 5.7 R, Automatic
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2000 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis C2500, 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Denso Compressor | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/OE Harrison Compressor or HT6 Compressor | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 150 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.00 LBS. | 0.9 KG | R-134a | H | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Overhaul | 13.50 QTS. | 12.77 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Pan Removal and Replacement | 7.70 QTS. | 7.28 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | H | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | H | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | H | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 10.5" Ring Gear | 3.30 QTS. | 3.12 L | SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil or equivalent | H | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 8.5" Ring Gear | 2.10 QTS. | 1.98 L | SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil or equivalent | H | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 9.5" Ring Gear | 3.50 QTS. | 3.31 L | SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil or equivalent | H | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Dana 11" Ring Gear | 4.20 QTS. | 3.97 L | SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Gear Oil | H | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Locking Differential | 2.70 QTS. | 2.55 L | SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil or equivalent | DO NOT add Friction Modifier. | H | |
| Engine Coolant | 5.7L Eng | w/o Rear Heater | 17.00 QTS. | 16.08 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 5.7L Eng | w/Rear Heater | 20.00 QTS. | 18.92 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | |
| Engine Oil | 5.7L Eng | w/Filter | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, use 10W-30 if the outside temperature is higher than 18Deg.C (0Deg.F). Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. If your vehicle is operated in an area where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), consider using a SAE 0W-40 oil, it will provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 40.00 GALS. | 151.41 L | H | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | w/Low Gear,RPO MW3 | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid or equivalent SAE 75W-90 GL-4 Gear Oil | H | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | GM Power Steering Fluid | H | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Optikleen Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | H | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.