Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2012 Chevrolet Caprice 6.0 2FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.70 OZS. | 0.13 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.06 LBS. | 0.48 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Pan Removal and Filter Replacement | 6.70 QTS. | 6.34 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | Complete Trans System | 10.90 QTS. | 10.31 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | Overhaul | 9.20 QTS. | 8.7 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | Castrol SAF Carbon Modified SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 Differential Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 6.0L Eng | 11.60 QTS. | 10.97 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 6.0L Eng | w/Filter | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 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. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), 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 | 19.00 GALS. | 71.92 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | Hydraulic | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. | 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.
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