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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 Tahoe 5.7 R, 4WD, Part TimeFACTORY 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 | 1.80 LBS. | 0.81 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear | 2.70 LBS. | 1.22 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 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 | 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 | Front | 1.75 QTS. | 1.65 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,8 1/2" & 8 5/8 Ring Gear | 2.10 QTS. | 1.98 L | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,9 1/2" & 10 1/2" Ring Gear | 2.75 QTS. | 2.6 L | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,DANA 11" Ring Gear | 4.10 QTS. | 3.88 L | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 5.7L Eng | w/o Rear Heater | 17.50 QTS. | 16.56 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 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 5.7L Eng | 30.00 GALS. | 113.56 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.00 PTS. | 0.47 L | GM Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | T/Case Mfr CD 243C | 2.25 QTS. | 2.12 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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