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2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G1500, Van Cargo, 5.0 MSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil w/o Rear AC 8.00 OZS. 0.23 L PAG 150 S
Air Cond Compressor Oil w/Rear A/C 11.00 OZS. 0.32 L PAG 150 S
Air Cond Refrigerant Front and Rear 3.50 LBS. 1.58 KG R-134a S
Air Cond Refrigerant Front 2.00 LBS. 0.9 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Trans Mfr CD 4L60E/M30 After Complete Overhaul 11.00 QTS. 10.4 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 After Filter/Pan Removal 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
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 Brake Fluid S
Differential Gear Oil 10.5" Rear Axle 2.75 QTS. 2.6 L Rear Axle (Standard): SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil, (GM Part No. 1052271) or equivalent. Rear Axle (Locking Differential): Axle Lubricant, use only (GM Part No. 1052271) S
Differential Gear Oil 8.6" Rear Axle 2.14 QTS. 2.02 L Rear Axle (Standard): SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil, (GM Part No. 1052271) or equivalent. Rear Axle (Locking Differential): Axle Lubricant, use only (GM Part No. 1052271) S
Differential Gear Oil 9.5" Rear Axle 2.75 QTS. 2.6 L Rear Axle (Standard): SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil, (GM Part No. 1052271) or equivalent. Rear Axle (Locking Differential): Axle Lubricant, use only (GM Part No. 1052271) S
Engine Coolant 5.0L Eng w/o Rear Heater 17.00 QTS. 16.08 L 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water S
Engine Coolant 5.0L Eng w/Rear Heater 20.00 QTS. 18.92 L 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water S
Engine Oil 5.0L 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 31.00 GALS. 117.34 L S
Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No. 89021184. S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Optikleen Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. S
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