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For 1990-2009 cars only

The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Application

Specification

Metric

English

Cooling System

  • 4.2L Engine (RPO LL8)

13.1 L

13.9 qt

  • 5.3L Engine (RPO LH6)

14.5 L

15.3 qt

  • 6.0L Engine (RPO LS2)

14.5 L

15.3 qt

Engine Oil with Filter

  • 4.2L Engine (RPO LL8)

6.6 L

7.0 qt

  • 5.3L Engine (RPO LH6)

5.7 L

6.0 qt

  • 6.0L Engine (RPO LS2)

5.7 L

6.0 qt

Engine Oil without Filter

  • 4.2L Engine (RPO LL8)

6.1 L

6.5 qt

  • 5.3L Engine (RPO LH6)

5.2 L

5.5 qt

  • 6.0L Engine (RPO LS2)

5.2 L

5.5 qt

Automatic Transmission 4L60-E/E/4L65-E/4L70-E

  • Pan Removal

4.7 L

5.0 qt

  • After Complete Overhaul

10.6 L

11.0 qt

Differential Fluid - Rear Axle

  • 4.2L Engine (RPO LL8)

1.7 L

3.6 pt

  • 4.2L Engine (RPO LL8) w/ opt. 18 inch wheels

2.0 L

4.3 pt

  • 5.3L Engine (RPO LH6)

2.0 L

4.3 pt

  • 6.0L Engine (RPO LS2)

2.6 L*

5.5 pt*

Differential Fluid - Front Axle

0.8 L

1.7 pt

Differential Fluid - Transfer Case

1.8 L

2.0 qt

Fuel Tank

  • Short W/B

83.3 L

22.0 gallons

* With a complete drain/refill, if using GM synthetic axle lubricant P/N 89021677 (Canadian P/N 89021678) add 163 ml (5.5 oz) of limited slip axle lubricant additive to the axle. If using DEXRON® LS gear oil P/N 88862624 (Canadian P/N 88862625), DO NOT add the limited slip additive to the axle.