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2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT, 3.6 7
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2010 Chevrolet Malibu LT, 3.6 7SECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | Gas | 5.10 OZS. | 0.15 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6T70/MH2 | Drain Plug | 6.30 QTS. | 5.96 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Fluid Capacity is between: 4.20 - 6.3 qts. Approximate capacity. | S |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6T70/MH2 | Overhaul | 9.50 QTS. | 8.99 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Fluid Capacity is between: 7.40 - 9.5 qts. Approximate capacity. | S |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6T70/MH2 | Valve Body Cover Removal | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Fluid Capacity is between: 5.30 - 7.4 qts. Approximate capacity. | S |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 3.6L Eng | 9.70 QTS. | 9.17 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 | 3.6L Eng | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 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 | 16.30 GALS. | 61.7 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | Hydraulic Power Steering System | N/A | N/A | GM Power Steering Fluid | If equipped. | 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:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.