GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
  1. Operate the engine until normal operating temperature.
  2. Specifications
    The coolant temperature is 80-90°C (176-194°F).

    Danger: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.

  3. Stop the engine and raise the vehicle.
  4. Drain the fluid after removing the drain plug.
  5. Install the drain plug and tighten to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).
  6. Remove the oil level plug and replenish the fluid until it begins to run out.
  7. Reinstall the oil level plug and tighten to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).
  8. Specifications

    • The fluid specification is 75W-85 (GL-4).
    • The fluid capacity is 2.1L (2.21 qt).