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1996 GMC SIERRA 3500
6.5L V8 Diesel•4WD•AUTOMATIC•diesel•turbo
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Fluid · Coolant

Coolant

for 1996 GMC Sierra 3500 6.5L V8 Diesel · 4WD
Fluid Type
ethylene glycol-based coolant 50/50
Spec: GM 6038M or equivalent
Capacity
28qt
26.49 L
Drain & Refill
24 qt
22.7 L
Change Interval
50,000 mi
80,450 km
Data quality
Book-style estimate
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Notes

Includes engine block, radiator, and heater core. DO NOT use Dexcool in this model year

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