Fluid · Coolant
Coolant
for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4.8L V8 Vortec · 4WD
Fluid Type
Dexcool 50/50 premix
Spec: GM6277M (orange, long-life OAT)
Capacity
15qt
14.19 L
Drain & Refill
13 qt
12.3 L
Change Interval
150,000 mi
241,350 km
Data quality
Book-style estimate
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Notes
Block drain and radiator drain required for full capacity. First change at 150k miles, then every 5 years/150k.
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Other fluid systems on this vehicle
A/C Refrigerant
A/C Refrigerant
Brake Fluid
0.75 qt
Brake Fluid
0.75 qt
Engine Oil
6 qt
Engine Oil
6 qt
Front Differential
3.5 qt
Power Steering
1.5 qt
Power Steering
1.5 qt
Rear Differential
2.75 qt
Rear Differential
2.75 qt
Transfer Case
2 qt
Automatic Transmission
13 qt
Automatic Transmission
13 qt
Washer Fluid
4 qt
Washer Fluid
4 qt