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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

1.43 lbs

0.65 kg

Automatic Transaxle- Drain and Refill

  • 3.8L V6 Engine

7.4 qt

7.0L

  • 4.6L V8 Engine

7.0 qt

6.6 L

Engine Cooling System

  • 3.8L V6 Engine

12.0 qt

11.4 L

  • 4.6L V8 Engine

13.0 qt

12.2 L

Engine Oil with Filter

  • 3.8L V6 Engine

4.5 qt

4.3 L

  • 4.6L V8 Engine

7.5 qt

7.1 L

Fuel Tank

18.5 gal

70.0 L

Wheel Nut Torque

100 lb ft

140 N·m

All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Engine Specifications

Engine

VIN Code

Transaxle

Spark Plug Gap

3.8L V6

2

Automatic

0.060 in (1.52 mm)

4.6L V8

Y

Automatic

0.050 in (1.27 mm)