2005 CHEVROLET EXPRESS PASSANGER fluid capacities

Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-13for more information. When adding, be sure to ll to the appropriate level or as recommended
in this manual.
See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a
Front A/C 1.8 lbs 0.81 kg
Front and Rear A/C 3.1 lbs 1.41 kg
Cooling System
4300 V6 11.0 qt 10.4 L
4800 V8, 5300 V8 13.4 qt 12.7 L
6000 V8 14.8 qt 14.0 L
Cooling System with Rear Heat
4300 V6 14.0 qt 13.2 L
4800 V8, 5300 V8 16.4 qt 15.5 L
6000 V8 17.8 qt 17.0 L
Engine Oil with Filter
4300 V6 4.5 qt 4.3 L
4800 V, 5300 V8 6.0 qt 5.7 L
6000 V8 6.0 qt 5.7 L
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(l)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, inspect
the lter at each engine oil change.
(m)Check system for interference or binding and for
damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that have high effort or
excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator or cruise
control cables.
(n)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or
obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist
you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
At the First 100, 1,000 and
6,000 Miles (160, 1 600 and
10 000 km)
For vehicles with dual wheels, check dual wheel nut
torque. For proper torque, seeCapacities and
Specications on page 5-100.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-22for further details.
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-42
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-70
Understanding Radio Reception.....................3-71
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-19
Operation...................................................2-24
B
Battery..........................................................5-38
Run-Down Protection...................................3-16
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-22
Brake
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)........................ 4-6
Emergencies................................................ 4-8
Parking......................................................2-26
System Warning Light..................................3-31
Brakes..........................................................5-34
Braking........................................................... 4-5
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-20
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-47
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)........5-50
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps.........................................5-49
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-47Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Headlamps.................................................5-47
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-51
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps........................................5-50
Buying New Tires...........................................5-65
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Capacities and Specications..........................5-100
Carbon Monoxide...........................2-29, 4-26, 4-38
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-89
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-71
Your CD Player...........................................3-73
Your CDs ...................................................3-72
Cargo Door Relocking....................................... 2-9
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)...........5-50
Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts.....1-23, 1-24
Chains, Tire...................................................5-69
Charging System Light....................................3-30
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-34
Gages Warning Light...................................3-40
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-10
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-93
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