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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005AVEO LS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSFLUIDS
2005 Chevrolet Aveo LS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2005 Chevrolet Aveo LS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 150 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Complete Overhaul | 6.20 QTS. | 5.86 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type T IV | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 0.51 QTS. | 0.48 L | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 6.30 QTS. | 5.96 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 11.90 GALS. | 45.04 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.00 QTS. | 1.89 L | GM Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid or equivalent GL-4, SAE 75W-85 | GM Part No. 12346190. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. | 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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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.