Approximate Fluid Capacities
The following approximate capacities are given in US 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 service information. Recheck fluid level after filling.
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | US English | |
| Cooling System | ||
| V6 Engines | 9.6 liters | 10.1 quarts |
| Police Package | 10.0 liters | 10.6 quarts |
| Engine Oil With Filter | ||
| V6 Engines | 3.8 liters | 4.0 quarts |
| Police Package | 4.8 liters | 5.1 quarts |
| Fuel Tank | 66.2 liters | 17.5 gallons |
| 4T65-E Transaxle | ||
| Bottom Pan Removal - Except Police Package | 7.0 liters | 7.4 quarts |
| Bottom Pan Removal - Police Package | 7.5 liters | 7.9 quarts |
| Complete Overhaul | 9.5 liters | 10.0 quarts |
| Dry | 12.7 liters | 13.4 quarts |
Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations
| Usage | Fluid/Lubricant |
|---|---|
| Engine Oil | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos™ specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos™ certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos™ certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils. |
| Engine Coolant | 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. |
| Hydraulic Brake System | DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 89021320) |
| Windshield Washer | Optikleen® Washer Solvent |
| Power Steering System | GM Power Steering Fluid GM P/N 89021184 (Canadian P/N 89021186) |
| Automatic Transmission | DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid |
| Key Lock Cylinders | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube GM P/N 12346241 (Canadian P/N 10953474) |
| Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl | Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM P/N 12346293 (Canadian P/N 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB |
| Hood and Hood Hinges | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube GM P/N 12346241 (Canadian P/N 10953474) |
| Weatherstrip Conditioning | Weatherstrip Lubricant GM P/N 3634770 (Canadian P/N 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM P/N 12345579 (Canadian P/N 992887) |
Maintenance Items
| Part | GM Part Number | ACDelco Part Number |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Air Cleaner/Filter | 10350737 | A2962C |
| Engine Oil Filter | ||
| 3.5L and 3.9L V6 Flexible Fuel Engines | 19210285 | PF61 |
| Passenger Compartment Air Filter | 15284938 | CF132 |
| Spark Plugs | ||
| 3.5L and 3.9L V6 Flexible Fuel Engines | 12591131 | 41-100 |
| Wiper Blades | ||
| Driver Side - 55.0 cm (21.7 in) | 15941731 | |
| Passenger Side - 55.0 cm (21.7 in) | 15941732 | |
Maintenance Schedule (North American Emissions)
The Maintenance Schedule information will only be found in the Owner's Manual.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule subsection of the Owner's Manual, or you may be able to use the Search information function using the words Scheduled Maintenance.
GM Oil Life System Resetting
When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on. Change the engine oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles (1 000 km). It is possible that, if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, change the engine oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since last oil change.
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
To reset the Engine Oil Life System, do the following
- Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the driver information center (DIC).
- Press and hold the SET/RESET button on the DIC for more than five seconds. The oil life will change to 100 percent.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when you start the vehicle the Engine Oil Life System has not reset. Repeat the procedure.
See also:
• Fluid and Lubricant Recommendations