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Approximate Fluid Capacities

The following approximate capacities are given in US English and metric conversions. See Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations (USA and Canada)  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.

Approximate Fluid Capacities

Application Specification
Metric US English
Cooling System - Engine
  • 3.0L V6
 10.7 liters 11.3 quarts
  • 3.6L V6
 11.6 liters 12.3 quarts
  • 6.2L V8
 11.8 liters 12.5 quarts
  • 6.2L V8 - Cooling System - Intercooler
 2.3 liters 2.4 quarts
Engine Oil With Filter
  • 3.0L and 3.6L V6
 5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
  • 6.2L V8
 5.7 liters 6.0 quarts
Fuel Tank 68.1 liters 18.0 gallons
Front Differential 0.7 liters 0.74 quarts
Rear Differential
  • Drain and Fill, if differential side cover has been removed to service any internal differential component.
  • For vehicles equipped the Limited Slip Differential
 1.2 liters 1.26 quarts
  • For vehicles not equipped with the Limited Slip Differential
 1.3 liters 1.37 quarts
  • For vehicles equipped with the Limited Slip Differential and a Differential Oil Cooler (1st Design)
 1.51 liters 1.6 quarts
  • For vehicles equipped with the Limited Slip Differential and a Differential Oil Cooler (2nd Design)
 2.0 liters 2.1 quarts
Drain and Fill with use of drain plug
  • For vehicles equipped without a Differential Oil Cooler
 1.1 liters 1.16 quarts
  • For vehicles equipped with a Differential Oil Cooler (1st Design)
 1.31 liters 1.38 quarts
  • For vehicles equipped with a Differential Oil Cooler (2nd Design)
 1.8 liters 1.9 quarts
NOTE:

The following is for vehicles equipped with the Limited Slip Differential option. The Limited Slip Additive container capacity is greater than the amount needed. Only add the amount specified.

Limited Slip Differential Additive GM P/N 1052358 (Canadian P/N 992694)
  • Drain and Fill - With Cover Removed without a Differential Oil Cooler
 100 ml 3.38 ounces
  • Drain and Fill - With Use Of Drain Plug without a Differential Oil Cooler
 70 ml 2.37 ounces
  • Drain and Fill - With Cover Removed with a Differential Oil Cooler (1st Design)
 115 ml 3.89 ounces
  • Drain and Fill - With Use Of Drain Plug with a Differential Oil Cooler (1st Design)
 100 ml 3.38 ounces
  • Drain and Fill - With Cover Removed with a Differential Oil Cooler (2nd Design)
 170 ml 5.75 ounces
  • Drain and Fill - With Use Of Drain Plug with a Differential Oil Cooler (2nd Design)
 150 ml 5.07 ounces
Manual Transmission
  • Aisin AY6
 1.8 liters 1.9 quarts
  • Tremec 6 Speed
 3.8 liters 4.0 quarts
Automatic Transmission
  • Pan Removal and Filter Replacement - Approximate Capacity
 6.3 liters 6.7 quarts
  • Overhaul - Approximate Capacity (6L45)
 9.7 liters 10.3 quarts
  • Overhaul - Approximate Capacity (6L50)
 9.3 liters 9.8 quarts
  • Overhaul - Approximate Capacity (6L90)
 12.5 liters 13.2 quarts
  • Complete Trans System - Approximate Capacity (6L45)
 10.5 liters 11.0 quarts
  • Complete Trans System - Approximate Capacity (6L50)
 10.8 liters 11.4 quarts
  • Complete Trans System - Approximate Capacity (6L90)
 13.2 liters 14.0 quarts
  • Complete Trans System (Heavy Duty Cooling) - Approximate Capacity (6L50)
 11.0 liters 11.6 quarts
Transfer Case BW 4477 1.0 liters 1.1 quarts
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