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.
1989 Geo Tracker Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) (1) | |||||||
| Metro | 3.9 qts. (3.7L) | ||||||
| Prizm | 3.2 qts. (3.0L) | ||||||
| Spectrum | 3.4 qts. (3.2L) | ||||||
| Tracker | 4.7 qts. (4.4L) | ||||||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater) | |||||||
| Metro | 4.5 qts. (4.3L) | ||||||
| Prizm | 6.3 qts. (6.0L) | ||||||
| Spectrum | 6.7 qts. (6.4L) | ||||||
| Tracker | 4.9 qts. (4.6L) | ||||||
| Manual Transmission (SAE 75W-90 or API GL-4) | |||||||
| Metro | 2.4 qts. (2.3L) | ||||||
| Prizm | 2.6 qts. (2.5L) | ||||||
| Spectrum | 2.0 qts. (1.9L) | ||||||
| Tracker | 1.6 pts. (1.5L) | ||||||
| Automatic Transmission (Dexron II) | |||||||
| Metro | 9.6 qts. (9.0L) | ||||||
| Prizm | 5.8 qts. (5.5L) | ||||||
| Spectrum | 6.7 qts. (6.3L) | ||||||
| Tracker | (2) | ||||||
| Differential (SAE 75W-90 or API GL-5) | |||||||
| Tracker | |||||||
| Front | 2.1 qts. (2.0L) | ||||||
| Rear | 1.6 qts. (1.5L) | ||||||
| Transfer Case (SAE 75W-90 or API GL-54) | |||||||
| Tracker | 1.7 pts. (0.8L) | ||||||
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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.