Approximate Fluid Capacities

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo Extended, 4.8 CSECTION Approximate Fluid Capacities

The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Fluid and Lubricant RecommendationsΒ  for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Application Capacities
Metric English
Cooling System
  • 4.3L
10.4 liters 11.0 quarts
  • 4.8L, 5.3L
12.7 liters 13.4 quarts
  • 6.0L
14.0 liters 14.8 quarts
Cooling System with Rear Heat
  • 4.3L
13.2 liters 14.0 quarts
  • 4.8L, 5.3L
15.5 liters 16.4 quarts
  • 6.0L
17.0 liters 17.8 quarts
Engine Oil with Filter
  • 4.3L
4.3 liters 4.5 quarts
  • 4.8L/5.3L
5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
  • 6.0L
5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
  • 6.6L
9.5 liters 10.0 quarts
Engine Oil Without Filter
  • 6.6L
8.7 liters 9.2 quarts
Fuel Tank
  • Standard Tank-Passenger/Cargo
117.3 liters 31.0 gallons
  • Standard Tank-Cab/Chassis
124.9 liters 33.0 gallons
  • Optional Tank-159 inch (4039 mm) or 177 inch (4496 mm)
215.7 liters 57.0 gallons
Automatic Transaxle
  • Automatic Dry - 4L60-E
8.3 liters with 245 converter
9.17 liters with 258 converter
10.6 liters with 298 converter
8.8 quarts with 245 converter
9.7 quarts with 258 converter
11.2 quart with 298 converter
  • Automatic Drain and Refill - 4L80-E MT1
7.3 liters 7.7 quarts
  • Automatic Dry
12.8 liters 13.5 quarts
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