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What Kind Of Transmission Fluid Goes In A 1996 Pontiac Firebird

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Owner's Manual - Page 199

... You Are Ready to review these is clear of these sections befcn-e you : Start your engine; Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic: transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake adjustment. and hf 0 Release the parking brake. 2.

Owner's Manual - Page 225

For a complete drain,flush and refill, see your Pontiac dealer or a Pontiac Firebird Service Manual.To purchase a service manual, see "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index. 5-26 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the proper level. 9. Be sure the arrows on the cap lineup like this. 10. Shut the engine off and replace the pressure cap.

Owner's Manual - Page 261

... accurate reading if you have this operation can damage your Pontiac dealership Service Department. How to Check Because this done at normal operating temperature, which is changed. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is 180°Fto...

Owner's Manual - Page 262

Then follow these steps: Checking Transmission Fluid Cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for ...;F (10°C). If it 's colder than 50°F (lO"C), you may have to idle the engine longer. Checking Transmission Fluid Hot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about three seconds in DRIVE (D) until the enginetemperature gage moves and then remains steady...

Owner's Manual - Page 264

... way. the Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT. (A COLD check is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. Don't overfill. Check both sidesof the dipstick, and read the lower level. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of the the fluid level is not covered...

Owner's Manual - Page 265

... sure to filler plug hole. Check that some of the filler plug hole. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission fluid. 3. How to Add Fluid Here's how to determine what kind of the to get a false reading. 3. the 1. Install the filler plug. Then, followthese steps: 1. If...

Owner's Manual - Page 272

... theIndex. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to the mark. e When the engine compartment is cool,the level should be at the fluid levelon the dipstick. 5.7L LT1 Engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is hot, level the should be at...

Owner's Manual - Page 274

You should have too much brake fluid, can spill on the it is that the brake fluid goes downto an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. ...Thefluid will burn if the engine fs hot Your brake master cylinder reservoir is leaking out of the brake system. So, it isn't a good idea to check your brake fluid...

Owner's Manual - Page 275

... may not even workat all. If it . @ With the Tong kind of the filler neck. 6-34 t such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 1052535). You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. Thefluid level should be above the plastic seam, near the...

Owner's Manual - Page 276

... Using the wrong fluid can damagebrake system parts so badly that sooner or later your brakes won't work well. If you have the four-wheel disc brake option, your Pontiac has front disc ... accident. For example, just a few drops of fluid. When you spill brake fluid on the brake pedalf i y ) . 6-35 Don't let someone put inthe wrong kind of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, ...

Owner's Manual - Page 311

See "Automatic Transmission Fluid" or "Manual Transmission Fluid" in the Index. f ask *Recheck fluidlevel after filling. See "Engine Oil" in the Index. **Recheck theoil level after filling. If the air conditioning systemin your Pontiac dealer. Capacities (Approximate) (Continued) Crankcase Oil and Filter Change 3800 (WN K) ...4.5 quarts (4.3 L)** 5.7 L (VIN P) ...5.0 quarts (4.7 ...

Owner's Manual - Page 321

... oil and filter (or every ,3 months, whichever occursfirst). vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - An Emission Control Service. 0Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is used to pull a trailer. In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90OF (32°C)or higher...

Owner's Manual - Page 322

... under any of these conditions, change . f Refer to pull a trailer. . Uses such as foundin taxi, police or delivery service. During tire rotation, ' i n Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change the fluid and filter at IO0,OOO miles (166 000 km). 0Lubricate the steering linkage (or every 6 months, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. Short Trip...

Owner's Manual - Page 325

... Rotation" in taxi, police or delivery service. In hilly or mountainous terrain. - During tire rotation, check brake calipers for proper caliper service procedures. 7-12 Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change ,thefluid and filter at* ' lO0,OOO miles (166 000 km). Uses such as found in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additionalinformation...

Owner's Manual - Page 328

...Uses such as found in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. delivery service. Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you do not use your vehicle under any o f these conditions,... change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km). 0Change automatic transmissionfluid and ...

Owner's Manual - Page 331

... Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for any of these conditions, chartge the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles ( I 66 000 lzm). I7 Lubricate the steering... delivery service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: 7-18 An Emission Control Service. O Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. 17 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Short ...

Owner's Manual - Page 334

...;C) or higher. 0Inspect air cleaner filter if you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km): Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) [7 Change automatic transmissionfluid and filter if the vehicleis mainly driven under...

Owner's Manual - Page 337

... mainly'driven under any of these conditions,change . 0Change automatic transmissionfluid ,and filter if the vehicle is used to pull a trailer. ie Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change the fluid andJiEter at lOO,OOO m l s (166000 km). An Emission Control Service. 1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever...

Owner's Manual - Page 340

Pressure test cooling system and pressurecap. I 0If you haven't usedyour vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven't changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Replace spark plugs. Inspect hoses. El Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. . DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE...

Owner's Manual - Page 372

..., or credit card information to Helm,incorporated (address below.) CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1996 PONTIAC SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications'for the Without Portfolio: Owner's Manual only. 1996 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 RETAIL SELL PRICE...