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Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans Fluid Capacities

Factory fluid capacity for the Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans.

Last updated: 2026-10-29 • Reading time: 8 min • By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2017 Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans: 1.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — HFC R-134a.

GenerationYearsTop spec
201720171.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — HFC R-134a
201620164.70 OZS. (0.13 L) — PAG 46
201520154.70 OZS. (0.13 L) — PAG 46

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2017 Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans: 1.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — HFC R-134a.

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Air Cond Refrigerant1.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — HFC R-134a
Automatic Transmission Fluid6.70 QTS. (6.34 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI
Brake Fluid1.82 PTS. (0.86 L) — DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil1.32 QTS. (1.24 L) — Castrol SAF Carbon Modified SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 Differential Oil
Engine Coolant11.00 QTS. (10.4 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — API - SAE 5W-30
Fuel Tank19.00 GALS. (71.92 L)
Manual Transmission Fluid4.16 QTS. (3.93 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid— Windshield Washer Fluid
Notes
  • →After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
  • →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
Air Cond Compressor Oil4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) — PAG 46
Air Cond Refrigerant1.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — R-134a
Automatic Transmission Fluid6.70 QTS. (6.34 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI
Brake Fluid1.82 PTS. (0.86 L) — DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil1.30 QTS. (1.23 L) — Castrol SAF Carbon Modified SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 Differential Oil
Engine Coolant11.00 QTS. (10.4 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — API - SAE 5W-30
Fuel Tank19.00 GALS. (71.92 L)
Manual Transmission Fluid4.16 QTS. (3.93 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid— Windshield Washer Fluid
Notes
  • →After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
  • →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.
Air Cond Compressor Oil4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) — PAG 46
Air Cond Refrigerant1.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — R-134a
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 6L80)6.70 QTS. (6.34 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI
Brake Fluid1.82 PTS. (0.86 L) — DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Differential Gear Oil1.30 QTS. (1.23 L) — Castrol SAF Carbon Modified SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 Differential Oil
Engine Coolant11.00 QTS. (10.4 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Engine Oil8.00 QTS. (7.57 L) — API - SAE 5W-30
Fuel Tank19.00 GALS. (71.92 L)
Manual Transmission Fluid4.16 QTS. (3.93 L) — Manual Transmission Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid— Windshield Washer Fluid
Notes
  • →After refill, the level must be checked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.
  • →Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
  • →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.

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What fluid capacities does a Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans use?
2017 Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans: 1.06 LBS. (0.48 KG) — HFC R-134a.
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Chevrolet SS Automatic Trans?
Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code — do not guess across generations.

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Published by AllOEMManuals, founded by Lyndon Bedford, an automotive technician with 20 years of experience. He owned and operated a mechanic shop in Hurst, Texas from 2014 to 2022 and continues hands-on repair work.

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Last updated: 2026-10-29

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