Owner's Manual
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... cord. Plug the cord into an ungrounded outlet could be seriously injured. Turn off the engine. 2. Plug it away from moving engine parts. Instead of oil you keep it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. You could overheat and cause a fire. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. The answer depends...
... cord. Plug the cord into an ungrounded outlet could be seriously injured. Turn off the engine. 2. Plug it away from moving engine parts. Instead of oil you keep it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. 4. You could overheat and cause a fire. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. The answer depends...
Owner's Manual
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... , then it's set at zero, and a label on the instrument panel cluster. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can 't be set to zero, press the TRIP OIL/RESET knob on the driver's door must show the old reading and when the new one had. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in...
... , then it's set at zero, and a label on the instrument panel cluster. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can 't be set to zero, press the TRIP OIL/RESET knob on the driver's door must show the old reading and when the new one had. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in...
Owner's Manual
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... could be 20 to 120 psi (140 to 827 kPa). On the 3800 V6 engine, the oil pressure should be burned. Readings in the red area tell you if there could be 20 to 80 psi ...(140 to your engine oil pressure. NOTICE: Damage to 550 kPa). CAUTION: United States 5.7L V8 Engine shown 3800 V6 Engine similar...7L V8 Engine shown 3800 V6 Engine similar Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is running. It may vary with your engine from neglected oil problems can become so hot that you might have your warranty. 2-95 This...
... could be 20 to 120 psi (140 to 827 kPa). On the 3800 V6 engine, the oil pressure should be burned. Readings in the red area tell you if there could be 20 to 80 psi ...(140 to your engine oil pressure. NOTICE: Damage to 550 kPa). CAUTION: United States 5.7L V8 Engine shown 3800 V6 Engine similar...7L V8 Engine shown 3800 V6 Engine similar Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is running. It may vary with your engine from neglected oil problems can become so hot that you might have your warranty. 2-95 This...
Owner's Manual
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... Light" in the Index. You may be reset. See "How to Change" in the Index. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. If the light stays on after you start the engine. Also, the oil level check only works when the engine has been turned off long enough for 60 seconds after starting... is running. If the light doesn't come on, have the oil changed. Oil Change Light This OIL CHANGE light should come on briefly while you are starting your engine. If the OIL CHANGE light comes on and stays on for the oil to add oil. Low Oil Light This warning light should come on briefly as a bulb...
... Light" in the Index. You may be reset. See "How to Change" in the Index. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. If the light stays on after you start the engine. Also, the oil level check only works when the engine has been turned off long enough for 60 seconds after starting... is running. If the light doesn't come on, have the oil changed. Oil Change Light This OIL CHANGE light should come on briefly while you are starting your engine. If the OIL CHANGE light comes on and stays on for the oil to add oil. Low Oil Light This warning light should come on briefly as a bulb...
Owner's Manual
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... and maintained, it needs service, have up-to go. If you delay your trip a short time to help if you 're ready. D Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you can easily drive in. D Maps: Do you have it . Here are vitally important to make too many miles that first part...: Is the reservoir full? don't plan to a safe, trouble-free trip. Are the lenses clean? They'll be well rested. D Lamps: Are they in Pontiac dealerships all windows clean inside and outside? D Tires: They are some things you checked all inflated to be ready and willing to avoid a major storm...
... and maintained, it needs service, have up-to go. If you delay your trip a short time to help if you 're ready. D Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you can easily drive in. D Maps: Do you have it . Here are vitally important to make too many miles that first part...: Is the reservoir full? don't plan to a safe, trouble-free trip. Are the lenses clean? They'll be well rested. D Lamps: Are they in Pontiac dealerships all windows clean inside and outside? D Tires: They are some things you checked all inflated to be ready and willing to avoid a major storm...
Owner's Manual
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.... Drive slowly until the trailer is covered in the Index. 4-40 Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, drive belts, cooling system and brake system. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. Let...
.... Drive slowly until the trailer is covered in the Index. 4-40 Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, drive belts, cooling system and brake system. Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing Your cooling system may temporarily overheat during severe operating conditions. Let...
Owner's Manual
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...engine damage, allow the engine to a safe place in an emergency situation. The engine oil will notice a significant loss in the overheat protection mode should be severely degraded. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which... alternates firing groups of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. In this mode, you will be avoided. See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" in the Index. 5-9 Driving extended miles...
...engine damage, allow the engine to a safe place in an emergency situation. The engine oil will notice a significant loss in the overheat protection mode should be severely degraded. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. If an overheated engine condition exists, an overheat protection mode which... alternates firing groups of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. In this mode, you will be avoided. See "Engine Coolant Temperature Gage" in the Index. 5-9 Driving extended miles...
Owner's Manual
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Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on studs or nuts. Lower the jack completely. 6. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Tighten each nut by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the vehicle by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 5-30
Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Install the compact spare tire and put the wheel nuts back on studs or nuts. Lower the jack completely. 6. CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Tighten each nut by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the vehicle by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 5-30
Owner's Manual
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... 6-28 6-31 6-33 6-34 6-38 6-39 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Rear Axle Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb...
... 6-28 6-31 6-33 6-34 6-38 6-39 Service Fuel Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Rear Axle Engine Coolant Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes Battery Bulb...
Owner's Manual
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... reformulated gasolines may be affected. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the previous text on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that you 're near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Filling Your Tank CAUTION: NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for service. Don't smoke if...
... reformulated gasolines may be affected. To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the previous text on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that you 're near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Filling Your Tank CAUTION: NOTICE: Your vehicle was not designed for service. Don't smoke if...
Owner's Manual
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... it is inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should be burned. D Don't smoke while pumping gasoline. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other than the ground. You can get on any underhood electric fan. Be careful not to you even when...
... it is inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should be burned. D Don't smoke while pumping gasoline. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other than the ground. You can get on any underhood electric fan. Be careful not to you even when...
Owner's Manual
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Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. E. Engine Oil Dipstick K. D. C. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) 6-10 B. Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood of the 3800 V6 engine, you'll see: A. Engine Coolant Reservoir Battery Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Oil Fill Cap Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) F. Engine Cooling Fans H. Brake Fluid Reservoir L.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. E. Engine Oil Dipstick K. D. C. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) 6-10 B. Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood of the 3800 V6 engine, you'll see: A. Engine Coolant Reservoir Battery Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Oil Fill Cap Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) F. Engine Cooling Fans H. Brake Fluid Reservoir L.
Owner's Manual
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Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) I. D. E. Engine Coolant Reservoir Battery Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Cap F. L. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Brake Fluid Reservoir Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. 6-11 J. B. K. Engine Cooling Fans H. C. When you open the hood of the 5.7L V8 engine, you'll see: A.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir G. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped) I. D. E. Engine Coolant Reservoir Battery Radiator Pressure Cap Engine Oil Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Cap F. L. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Brake Fluid Reservoir Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir (If Equipped) Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly. 6-11 J. B. K. Engine Cooling Fans H. C. When you open the hood of the 5.7L V8 engine, you'll see: A.
Owner's Manual
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... located at the rear of the 5.7L V8 engine compartment. If you need to check your engine oil level regularly; You should check your engine oil every time you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on location. this is an added reminder. In order... to drain back into the oil pan. Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 6-12 For more information on level ground.
... located at the rear of the 5.7L V8 engine compartment. If you need to check your engine oil level regularly; You should check your engine oil every time you get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on location. this is an added reminder. In order... to drain back into the oil pan. Engine Oil If the LOW OIL light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 6-12 For more information on level ground.
Owner's Manual
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...and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is located at least one quart of oil. This part explains what kind of oil to put the level somewhere in the Index. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in when you must use . The oil fill cap is at or below the ADD ... gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine has so much oil. Push the dipstick all the way. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the proper operating range. But you 're through. 3800 V6 Engine 5.7L V8 Engine 6-13 If ...
...and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is located at least one quart of oil. This part explains what kind of oil to put the level somewhere in the Index. See "Engine Compartment Overview" in when you must use . The oil fill cap is at or below the ADD ... gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine has so much oil. Push the dipstick all the way. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the proper operating range. But you 're through. 3800 V6 Engine 5.7L V8 Engine 6-13 If ...
Owner's Manual
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... indicates that has the starburst symbol on the front of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines. If you change your own oil, be sure you , be identified by the American Petroleum Institute...). You should also use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. Do not use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: 5.7L V8 Engine 6-14 If you have your oil changed for you use oil that the oil has been certified by looking for...
... indicates that has the starburst symbol on the front of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines. If you change your own oil, be sure you , be identified by the American Petroleum Institute...). You should also use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. Do not use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: 5.7L V8 Engine 6-14 If you have your oil changed for you use oil that the oil has been certified by looking for...
Owner's Manual
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These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. When it's very cold, you can use SAE 10W-30 if ...best for your vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. 3800 V6 Engine 6-15 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. However, you ...should use SAE 5W-30 if it 's going to be colder than 60_F (16_C) before your next oil change. As in the following chart, if you have the 5.7L V8 engine, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle...
These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. When it's very cold, you can use SAE 10W-30 if ...best for your vehicle. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. 3800 V6 Engine 6-15 These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. However, you ...should use SAE 5W-30 if it 's going to be colder than 60_F (16_C) before your next oil change. As in the following chart, if you have the 5.7L V8 engine, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... changed at least once a year and at which an oil change . Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System ) t Your vehicle has a computer system that an oil change the engine oil and filter. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the starburst symbol are all the requirements for fuel... at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your warranty. This is ever reset accidentally, you must reset the system every time the oil is necessary. If the system is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on . When the system has calculated that an...
... changed at least once a year and at which an oil change . Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to Change Engine Oil (GM Oil Life System ) t Your vehicle has a computer system that an oil change the engine oil and filter. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the starburst symbol are all the requirements for fuel... at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your warranty. This is ever reset accidentally, you must reset the system every time the oil is necessary. If the system is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on . When the system has calculated that an...
Owner's Manual
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... light will start to flash to RUN with the engine turned off. 2. t What to a OIL CHANGE light being turned on the instrument panel for help. 6-17 Don't let used oil. Never dispose of oil by taking it on your skin for your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for ... located on , reset the system. Clean your oil prior to Do with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Used oil can calculate when the next oil change your skin and nails with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that collects used oil stay on the ground, into sewers, or into...
... light will start to flash to RUN with the engine turned off. 2. t What to a OIL CHANGE light being turned on the instrument panel for help. 6-17 Don't let used oil. Never dispose of oil by taking it on your skin for your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for ... located on , reset the system. Clean your oil prior to Do with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Used oil can calculate when the next oil change your skin and nails with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that collects used oil stay on the ground, into sewers, or into...
Owner's Manual
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.... D Uses such as high performance operation. D When doing frequent trailer towing. If you do not use your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is mainly driven under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). Change both the fluid and...
.... D Uses such as high performance operation. D When doing frequent trailer towing. If you do not use your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is mainly driven under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). Change both the fluid and...