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2025 Chevrolet Equinox ACTIV, 4WDSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 5.01 OZS. 0.14 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant R-1234yf,w/KRV 0.99 LBS. 0.44 KG R-1234yf S
Air Cond Refrigerant R-134a,w/o KRV 1.20 LBS. 0.54 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Trans Mfr CD 8T65/MGH Fluid Change - Drain Plug N/A N/A Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Fluid Capacity is between: 5.3 - 6.3 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Trans Mfr CD 8T65/MGH Overhaul N/A N/A Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Fluid Capacity is between: 9.0 - 10 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Trans Mfr CD 8T65/MGH Valve Body Cover Removal N/A N/A Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI Fluid Capacity is between 2.1 - 3.2 qts. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid S
Differential Gear Oil Rear Axle,Differential Clutch Oil Fill 0.42 QTS. 0.39 L Pentosin CHF-11S Correct fill level is to the bottom of the fill plug hole. S
Differential Gear Oil Rear Axle,Differential Lubricant Fill 0.79 QTS. 0.74 L DEXRON LS Hypoid Fluid Correct fill level is 0 to 10mm (0.39in) below the fill plug hole. S
Engine Coolant 6.45 QTS. 6.1 L 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. S
Engine Oil 4WD w/Filter 5.30 QTS. 5.01 L API - SAE 0W-20 Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. S
Transfer Case Fluid Power Transfer Unit 0.53 QTS. 0.5 L Transfer Case Fluid GM Part No. 88900401. S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Windshield Washer Fluid Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. S
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