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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC1990FIREBIRD TRANS AM, 5.0 F, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSFLUIDS
1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, 5.0 F, Standard
Quick Lookups: Fluids
1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, 5.0 F, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 3.50 LBS. | 1.58 KG | R-12 | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Drain and Refill | 10.00 PTS. | 4.73 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Refer to TSB No. 04-07-30-037C, Date of Issue: April 11, 2007. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Eng VIN F | Overhaul | 22.40 PTS. | 10.59 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 | |||
| Clutch Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Eng VIN F | w/Air Cond | 17.30 QTS. | 16.37 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water | GM Specification 1825-M. | S |
| Engine Coolant | Eng VIN F | w/Heater | 17.10 QTS. | 16.18 L | 50/50 mixture of Ethylene Glycol Base Antifreeze and water | GM Specification 1825-M. | S |
| Engine Oil | 5.0L Eng | 5.00 QTS. | 4.73 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 15.50 GALS. | 58.67 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 5.90 PTS. | 2.79 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | GM Power Steering Fluid | GM Part No. 1050017. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Optikleen Windshield Washer Fluid | 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.