Cooling System Specifications: Description: Maintenance
Periodic maintenance is necessary for extended cooling system and engine life. Because engine and cooling systems are made of different metals, electrolysis begins to destroy the metals. Changing the coolant at scheduled maintenance periods reduces electrolysis and removes sediment. Replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000 miles.
NOTE:
Approximate capacity figures are listed. Capacities may slightly vary.
COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Specification | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant Capacity | |||||
| "A" Body | |||||
| 2.5L | 9.9 Qts. 9.6L | ||||
| 3.1L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| 3.3L | 12.9 Qts. (12.2L) | ||||
| "B" Body | |||||
| 5.0L (VIN E) (1) | 18.0 Qts. 17.0L) | ||||
| 5.0L (VIN Y) (1) | 15.2 Qts. (14.4L) | ||||
| 5.7L | 16.5 Qts. (15.6L) | ||||
| "C" Body | |||||
| 3.8L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| 4.5L | 13.2 Qts. (12.5L) | ||||
| "D" Body | |||||
| 5.0L | 15.2 Qts. (14.4L) | ||||
| 5.7L | 16.5 Qts. (15.6L) | ||||
| "E" Body | |||||
| 3.8L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| 4.5L | 13.2 Qts. (12.5L) | ||||
| "F" Body | |||||
| 3.1L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| 5.0L (VIN E & F) | 18.0 Qts. (17.0L) | ||||
| 5.7L | 16.5 Qts. (15.6L) | ||||
| "H" Body | |||||
| 3.8L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| "J" Body | |||||
| 2.0L (VIN K & M) | 8.5 Qts. (8.0L) | ||||
| 2.2L | 8.5 Qts. (8.0L) | ||||
| 3.1L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| "K" Body | |||||
| 4.5L | 13.2 Qts. (12.5L) | ||||
| "L" Body | |||||
| 2.2L | 8.5 Qts. (8.0L) | ||||
| 2.3L | 8.0 Qts. (7.6L) | ||||
| 3.1L | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| "N" Body | |||||
| 2.3L (VIN A) (1) | 8.0 Qts. (7.6L) | ||||
| 2.3L (VIN D) (1) | 9.2 Qts. (8.7L) | ||||
| 2.5L | 7.8 Qts. (7.4L) | ||||
| 3.3L | 12.9 Qts. (12.2L) | ||||
| "W" Body | |||||
| 2.3L (VIN A) (1) | 8.0 Qts. (7.6L) | ||||
| 2.3L (VIN D) (1) | 9.2 Qts. (8.7L) | ||||
| 2.5L | 9.9 Qts. (9.4L) | ||||
| 3.1L (VIN T & V) | 13.0 Qts. (12.3L) | ||||
| "Y" Body | |||||
| 5.7L | 16.5 Qts. (15.6L) | ||||
| Pressure Cap | 15 psi | ||||
| Thermostat | 195°F (91°C) | ||||
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GENERAL MOTORS PASSENGER CAR DESIGNATIONS
| Body Designation | Model |
|---|---|
| "A" Body | Celebrity, Century, Cutlass Ciera, Cutlass Cruiser Wagon, 6000 |
| "B" Body | Caprice, Custom Cruiser, Estate Wagon |
| "C" Body | DeVille, Electra, Fleetwood, Ninety-Eight, Park Avenue, Touring Sedan |
| "D" Body | Brougham |
| "E" Body | Eldorado, Reatta, Riviera, Toronado, Trofeo |
| "F" Body | Camaro, Firebird |
| "H" Body | Bonneville, Delta 88, LeSabre |
| "J" Body | Cavalier, Sunbird |
| "K" Body | Seville |
| "L" Body | Beretta, Corsica |
| "N" Body | Cutlass Calais, Grand Am, Skylark |
| "W" Body | Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Lumina, Regal |
| "Y" Body | Corvette |