Fluids Capacities and Specifications

Engine Oil Capacities
Crankcase
VORTEC 4300 V6	4.5 quarts	(4.3 L)
VORTEC 5000 V8	5 quarts	(4.8 L)
VORTEC 5700 V8	5 quarts	(4.8 L)
VORTEC 7400 V8	7 quarts	(6.5 L)
Cooling System Capacity
Cooling System
VORTEC 4300 V6	13 quarts	(12.3 L)
VORTEC 5000 V8	17.5 quarts	(16.6 L)
VORTEC 5700 V8	17.5 quarts	(16.6 L)
VORTEC 7400 V8	25 quarts	(23.5 L)
VORTEC 7400 V8 w/3500 HD	28.5 quarts	(27 L)
Fuel Tank Capacities
Fuel Tank
With Short Bed	26 gallons	(98 L)
With Long Bed	34 gallons	(128 L)
Standard Crew Cab	34 gallons	(128 L)
Chassis-Cab
Side Tank	22 gallons	(83 L)
Rear Tank	18 gallons	(68 L)
3500 HD Models
Side Tank	22 gallons	(83 L)
Rear Tank	18 gallons	(68 L)

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Note: all capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in user manual for your 1997 GMC Trucks Sierra. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Note: not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your dealer.

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