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2005 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger, LQ4SECTION 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 46 S
Air Cond Compressor Oil w/Rear A/C 11.00 OZS. 0.32 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant Front & Rear 3.10 LBS. 1.4 KG R-134a S
Air Cond Refrigerant Front 2.00 LBS. 0.9 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Trans Mfr CD 4L80E/MT1 Drain and Refill 7.70 QTS. 7.28 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Trans Mfr CD 4L80E/MT1 Overhaul 13.50 QTS. 12.77 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. 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 Axle 7.25" 1.27 QTS. 1.2 L SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil S
Differential Gear Oil G3500,H1500 10.5" Rear Axle 3.31 QTS. 3.13 L SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil S
Engine Coolant 6.0L Eng w/o Rear Heater 14.80 QTS. 14 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 Coolant 6.0L Eng w/Rear Heater 17.80 QTS. 16.84 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 6.0L Eng w/Filter 6.00 QTS. 5.67 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. 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. 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
Transfer Case Fluid 1.50 QTS. 1.41 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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