When to Add Engine Oil
If the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tip
of the dipstick, then you will need to add at least one
quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This section
explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil
crankcase capacity, seeCapacities and Speci cations
on page 5-111.
Notice:Do not add too much oil. If your engine has
so much oil that the oil level gets above the
cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating
range, your engine could be damaged.SeeEngine Compartment
Overview on page 5-12for
the location of the
engine oil ll cap.
Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in
the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the
way back in when you are through.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Look for two things:
GM6094M
Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM
Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use
only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.
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Capacities and Speci cations
Please refer toRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12for more information. All capacities are
approximate.
Engine Speci cations
Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap
VORTEC™ 6000 V8 U 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)
Capacities and Speci cations
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Cooling System 13.0 quarts 12.7 L
After re ll, the level must be rechecked. SeeCooling System on page 5-30.
Engine Oil with Filter 6.0 quarts 5.7 L
After re ll, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine oil so that the uid is within the proper operating
range. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-14.
Fuel Tank 32.0 gallons 121.0 L
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-134a 1.6 lbs. 0.7 kg
Wheels and Tires
Application Description Torque
Wheel Nuts 8 bolts (14 mm) 140 lb ft (190Y)
Tire Pressure See the Certi cation/Tire label on the rear edge of the driver’s door.
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