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.
2005 Pontiac Wave Base, 4D Hatchback, D16/MLMFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.35 LBS. | 0.61 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 6.20 QTS. | 5.86 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON T-IV | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.50 QTS. | 0.47 L | Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 6.30 QTS. | 5.96 L | 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and good quality Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant | S | |||
| Engine Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API- SAE 5W-30 | GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. 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 | N/A | N/A | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.00 QTS. | 1.89 L | GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid or equivalent SAE 75W-85 GL-4 Gear Oil | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Optikleen Washer Solvent | 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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