Fluid · Coolant
Coolant
for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 8.1L V8 Vortec · RWD
Fluid Type
Dexcool 50/50 orange
Spec: GM 6277M extended-life
Capacity
24qt
22.7 L
Drain & Refill
19 qt
17.97 L
Change Interval
150,000 mi
241,350 km
Data quality
Book-style estimate
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Notes
DEX-COOL long-life coolant. 8.1L has larger capacity. First change 150k, then every 5 years/150k
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A/C Refrigerant
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Brake Fluid
1.5 qt
Brake Fluid
1.5 qt
Engine Oil
6.5 qt
Engine Oil
6.5 qt
Front Differential
3.5 qt
Power Steering
2 qt
Power Steering
2 qt
Rear Differential
4.2 qt
Rear Differential
4.2 qt
Transfer Case
2.2 qt
Automatic Transmission
13.5 qt
Automatic Transmission
13.5 qt
Washer Fluid
4 qt
Washer Fluid
4 qt