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For 1990-2009 cars only
Table 1: Engine Specifications

The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants for more information.

Application

Capacities

English

Metric

Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a

For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information.

Cooling System

  • 5.3L V8, 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel and 6.0L V8

16.8 qt

15.9 L

Engine Oil with Filter

  • 5.3L V8, 5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel, 6.0L V8

6.0 qt†

5.7 L†

Fuel Tank

31.5 gal

119.2 L

Transmission Fluid

5.0 qt

4.7 L

Transfer Case Fluid

2.0 qt

1.9 L

Wheel Nut Torque

140 lb ft

190 N·m

†Oil filter should be changed at every oil change.

After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range.

Engine Specifications

Engine

VIN Code

Transmission

Spark Plug Gap

5.3L

J

Automatic

0.040 in (1.01 mm)

5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Managementâ„¢ (Iron)

0

Automatic

0.040 in (1.01 mm)

5.3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Managementâ„¢ (Aluminum Block)

3

Automatic

0.040 in (1.01 mm)

6.0L V8 with Active Fuel Managementâ„¢

Y

Automatic

0.040 in (1.01 mm)