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.
2000 Chevrolet Suburban K1500FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Denso Compressor,w/o Rear AC | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/OE Harrison Compressor,w/o Rear AC | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 150 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/OE Harrison Compressor,w/Rear A/C | 11.00 OZS. | 0.32 L | PAG 150 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C,w/Denso Compressor | 11.00 OZS. | 0.32 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 3.00 LBS. | 1.36 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 4L60E/M30 | Drain and Refill | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 4L60E/M30 | Overhaul | 11.20 QTS. | 10.59 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 8 1/2",8 5/8" | 2.10 QTS. | 1.98 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 9 1/2",9 3/4" | 2.70 QTS. | 2.55 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | K1500,K2500 | 1.75 QTS. | 1.65 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 5.3L Eng | Front,Rear,w/Air Cond | 15.80 QTS. | 14.95 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 5.3L Eng | Front,w/Air Cond | 14.40 QTS. | 13.62 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | C1500,K1500 | 32.50 GALS. | 123.02 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | GM Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.30 QTS. | 2.17 L | GM Automatic Transfer Case Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Optikleen Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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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