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.
2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette GLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/o Rear AC | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 150 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C | 11.00 OZS. | 0.32 L | PAG 150 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | C34 | 2.90 LBS. | 1.31 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | C60 | 2.38 LBS. | 1.07 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Complete Overhaul | 10.00 QTS. | 9.46 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | w/Air Cond | 9.60 QTS. | 9.08 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | Orange in color. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | w/Rear Climate Control | 11.90 QTS. | 11.26 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | Orange in color. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 25.00 GALS. | 94.63 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | GM Power Steering Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 1.00 GALS. | 3.78 L | Optikleen 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.