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.
1983 Chrysler ImperialFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | R-12 | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | w/Converter | 12.00 QTS. | 11.35 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | w/o Converter | 8.15 PTS. | 3.85 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 4.50 PTS. | 2.12 L | SAE 90, 85W-90, 80W-90 (Above -10Deg.F), 80W, 80W-90, 85-90 (Above -30Deg.F), 75W (Below -30Deg.F) | Part No. 4-281. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 15.50 QTS. | 14.66 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water | S | |||
| Engine Oil | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | API - SAE 5W-30/40 (Below 60Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above 0Deg.F), 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F), 20W-40/50, 30 (Above 20Deg.F) | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 5.2L Eng | 18.00 GALS. | 68.13 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 2.50 PTS. | 1.18 L | Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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.