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2012 Chevrolet Camaro LS, Standard Trans
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2012 Chevrolet Camaro LS, Standard TransSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.06 OZS. | 0.12 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.19 LBS. | 0.53 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | w/Limited Slip Differential | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | Synthetic Differential Lubricant GL-5 75W-90 | The Limited Slip Additive container capacity is greater than the amount needed. ONLY add amount specified, 0.075l (2.6 oz.). GM Part No. 89021677. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | w/o Limited Slip Differential | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | Synthetic Differential Lubricant GL-5 75W-90 | GM Part No. 89021677. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | V6,Standard Trans | 11.20 QTS. | 10.59 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | V6 | w/Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 18.80 GALS. | 71.16 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD AY6/MV5 | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | Manual Transmission Fluid. GL-5 SAE 75W-90 | GM Part No. 88862475. | S | |
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | GM Part No. 19329448 | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Optikleen Windshield Washer Fluid | 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.