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2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 AWD
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2005 Pontiac Montana SV6 AWDSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/o Rear AC | 7.00 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | w/Rear A/C | 8.00 OZS. | 0.23 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear | 2.20 LBS. | 0.99 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front | 1.70 LBS. | 0.77 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | AWD | 7.80 QTS. | 7.38 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. 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 | Front & Rear A/C | 12.80 QTS. | 12.11 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Front A/C | 11.30 QTS. | 10.69 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | Use oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. For areas of extreme cold, where temperatures fall below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), it is recommended a SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil or a SAE 10W-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | Optional/Extended | 25.10 GALS. | 95.01 L | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | Standard/Regular | 20.00 GALS. | 75.7 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | GM Power Steering Fluid | GM Part No. 89021184. | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | N/A | N/A | VERSATRAK Fluid | GM Part No. 12378514. | 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.