| 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  | 1.6 lbs  | 0.73 kg  | 
Engine Cooling System  | ||
  | 16.5 qt  | 15.6 L  | 
  | 17.2 qt  | 16.3 L  | 
  | 17.4 qt  | 16.5 L  | 
  | 25.0 qt  | 23.7 L  | 
*Vehicles with a cladded front. **Vehicles with an uncladded front.  | ||
Engine Oil with Filter  | ||
  | 6.0 qt  | 5.7 L  | 
  | 6.5 qt  | 6.1 L  | 
Fuel Tank Capacity  | ||
  | 31.0 gal  | 117.0 L  | 
  | 37.5 gal  | 142.0 L  | 
Transfer Case Fluid  | 2.0 qt  | 1.9 L  | 
Wheel Nut Torque  | 140 lb ft  | 190 N·m  | 
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.  | ||
Engine  | VIN Code  | Transmission  | Spark Plug Gap  | 
|---|---|---|---|
VORTEC 5.3L V8  | T  | Automatic  | 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)  | 
VORTEC 5.3L V8  | Z  | Automatic  | 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)  | 
VORTEC 8.1L V8  | G  | Automatic  | 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)  |