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2007 Pontiac Wave LT, 4D Hatchback, Standard, Y4M/MLMSECTION 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 DEX-COOL and clean drinkable water 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
Manual Transmission Fluid 2.00 QTS. 1.89 L Manual Transmission Fluid S
Power Steering Fluid 1.20 QTS. 1.13 L Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Look for "Approved for H-Specification" on the label. S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Optikleen Washer Solvent S
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