Holden FB

Coolant capacity & service interval

The Holden FB model uses coolant with a capacity ranging from 7.96 liters for configurations with automatic transmission to 9.1 liters for other configurations. Four configurations are covered in the data.

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

TypeSpecifications
Panel Van, FB (1960-1961)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,1 liter
  • Capacity 7,96 liter (with automatic transmission)
Special, FB (1960-1961)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,1 liter
  • Capacity 7,96 liter (with automatic transmission)
Standard, FB (1960-1961)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,1 liter
  • Capacity 7,96 liter (with automatic transmission)
Utlity, FB (1960-1961)
  • Use: Normal
  • Capacity 9,1 liter
  • Capacity 7,96 liter (with automatic transmission)

Additional Notes

  • The Holden FB carries a cooling system capacity of 9.1 liters across the Panel Van, Special, Standard, and Utility body variants when paired with a manual transmission.
  • When fitted with an automatic transmission, the cooling system capacity across all four FB variants drops to 7.96 liters, a reduction of roughly 1.14 liters compared to the manual transmission figure.
  • The difference in coolant capacity between transmission types is a known characteristic of automatic transmission-equipped vehicles from this era, as the automatic transmission cooler is often integrated into the radiator, altering the overall circuit volume.
  • All four body configurations, Panel Van, Special, Standard, and Utility, share identical cooling system capacities for both transmission types, indicating a uniform cooling system design across the 1960-1961 FB range.
  • All specifications listed apply under normal use conditions, meaning the capacities reflect standard operating service fills rather than figures associated with severe-duty or first-change-only scenarios.

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