1997 Chevrolet Astro Owner's Manual - Page 323

Crankcase Capacity Quantity* with Filter ...Quantity* quarts (4.3 L) ...4.5 System After refill, the level must be checked. Do not overfill. Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity Type R- 134a C-60** 2 Ibs. (0.91 kg) 3 lbs. (1.36 kg) Fuel Tank Capacity Standard Tank ...25 gallons (90 L) R- 134a C-(j9*** Transmission Capacity Automatic Transmission (Drain and Refill) ...5.0 quarts (4.7 L) *All quantities are approximate. **Front A/C only. ***Front and Rear A/C. Front Axle Capacity Front Axle ... ...2.6 pint (1.2 L) I NOTICE: Rear Axle Capacity Standard Rear Axle ...3.5 pint (1.7 L) Locking Rear Axle ...3.5 pint (1.7 L) Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are same. the If the air conditioningsystem in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your GM dealer. I R-134a refrigerant is not compatible with R-12 refrigerant inan air conditioning system. R-12 in an R-134a system cause compressor failure, will refrigerant oil sludge poor air conditioning or system performance. Refrigerant should be added only by a qualified A/C technician. 6-67