Quick Lookups: Fluids

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 5.00 OZS. 0.14 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant 0.90 LBS. 0.4 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dry 12.90 QTS. 12.2 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Overhaul 9.50 QTS. 8.99 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Pan Removal 7.00 QTS. 6.62 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 3 Brake Fluid S
Engine Coolant 2.4L Eng 7.40 QTS. 7 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 2.4L Eng w/Filter 5.00 QTS. 4.73 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 13.00 GALS. 49.21 L S
Manual Transmission Fluid 2.4L Eng 1.70 QTS. 1.6 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. 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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