Chevrolet Cruze (USA / CAN)

Automatic transmission fluid capacity & service interval

Chevrolet Cruze (USA / CAN) automatic transmission fluid capacity ranges from 4 to 8,5 liters. The service interval is 45000 miles. The data covers 4 configurations.

The configuration chart below lists fill volumes and service intervals for each engine and trim variant.

TypeSpecifications
Cruze 1.4 Turbo DOHC (2017-2020)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 8-8,5 liter (Overhaul capacity)
  • Capacity 4-6 liter (Service fill)
  • Code: 6T35 (MNU) 6/1
Cruze 1.4 Turbo DOHC (2017-2020)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 8-8,5 liter (Overhaul capacity)
  • Capacity 4-6 liter (Service fill)
  • Change 45000 miles
  • Code: 6T35 (MNU) 6/1
Cruze 1.4 Turbo DOHC (2016-2017)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 7,9 liter
  • Code: 6T35 (MNU) 6/1
Cruze 1.4 Turbo DOHC (2016-2017)
  • Use: Severe
  • Capacity 7,9 liter
  • Change 45000 miles
  • Code: 6T35 (MNU) 6/1

Additional Notes

  • The Chevrolet Cruze 1.4 Turbo DOHC automatic transaxle carries a single fixed capacity of 7.9 liters for the 2016-2017 configuration, with no distinction between overhaul and service fill volumes.
  • Starting with the 2017-2020 configuration, the automatic transaxle specifications split into two separate capacity figures: an overhaul capacity of 8-8.5 liters and a service fill capacity of 4-6 liters, reflecting the difference between a full unit rebuild and a routine drain-and-refill procedure.
  • The service fill range of 4-6 liters in the 2017-2020 configuration is notably lower than the overhaul capacity, which is expected since a service fill only replaces the fluid that drains from the pan, leaving residual fluid in the torque converter and passages.
  • Under severe use conditions, the 2016-2017 1.4 Turbo DOHC automatic transaxle carries a fluid change interval of 45,000 miles, while no change interval is listed for normal use in the same configuration.
  • The severe use interval of 45,000 miles also applies to the 2017-2020 1.4 Turbo DOHC automatic transaxle, pairing with the service fill capacity of 4-6 liters for routine maintenance work.
  • The overhaul capacity for the 2017-2020 configuration is expressed as a range rather than a fixed value, spanning 8 to 8.5 liters, which accounts for variation in fluid retention depending on the specific transmission assembly or rebuild procedure.

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