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.
1996 GMC Jimmy 2D Utility, 4WD, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Denso Compressor | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/OE Harrison Compressor | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 150 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.88 LBS. | 0.85 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Overhaul | 11.00 QTS. | 10.4 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Total quantity required may be higher, dependent upon fluid cooler size and length and diameter of fluid lines. Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | T/Case Mfr CD 231C | 1.25 QTS. | 1.18 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | T/Case Mfr CD 233C | 1.25 QTS. | 1.18 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | 2.60 PTS. | 1.23 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 4.00 PTS. | 1.89 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Standard Trans | 11.90 QTS. | 11.26 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean water (preferably distilled) | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API - SAE 5W-30 (Below 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 20.00 GALS. | 75.7 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.00 QTS. | 0.94 L | GM Power Steering Fluid | GM Part No. 1050017. | 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.
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