recommended oil CHEVROLET CAMARO 1995 4.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you
allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move
slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move
to the proper
lane well in advance.
If you miss your exit do not, under
any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive
on to the
next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply.
The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your speedometer,
not
to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance
at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going
slower than you actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested. If you
must start when you’re not fresh -- such as after a day’s
work
-- don’t plan to make too many miles that first part
of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
you
can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to
go. If it needs
service, have it done before starting out.
Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts
in
Chevrolet dealers all across North America. They’ll be
ready and willing to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before
a trip:
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Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
Lumps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip.
Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are
the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should
you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be
identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. The
“Starburst” symbol indicates that the oil
has been
certified by the American Petroleum Institute
(API), and
is preferred for use in your gasoline enpine.
If you change your
own oil, be sure you use oil that has
the “Starburst” symbol
on the front of the oil container.
If you have your oil changed for you, be sure the oil put
into your engine is American Petroleum institute
certified for gasoline engines.
You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your
vehicle, as shown in the following chart:
RECOMMENDED SAE VlSCOSlW GRADE ENGINE OILS
FOR BEST FUEL EONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST
SA€ VISCOSITY GRADE OIL
FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
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FOR THIS
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I SAE 5W-30
COLD
WEATHER
DO NOT USE SAE 20W-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED
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RECOMMENDED SAL VISCOSITY GRADE EN61NE OILS
FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST
SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
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SAE ZW-30 PREFERRED
00 NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER
GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED
As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your
vehicle. However, you can use
SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going
to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an oil
container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity oils, such
as SAE 20W-50.
As shown in the chart, SAE low-30 is best for your
3.8L equipped vehicle. However, you can use SAE
5W-30 if it’s going to be colder than 60°F (16°C)
before your next oil change. When it’s very cold, you
should use
SAE 5W-30. These numbers on an oil
container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity
oils, such as SAE 20W-50.
I NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum
Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines
“Starburst” symbol. Failure to use the proper oil
can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty.
GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil)
meets
all the requirements for your vehicle.
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IMPORTANT:
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVELANDCHANGEAS
RECOMMENDED
This section covers the maintenance required for your
Chevrolet. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its
safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Protection
Plan
Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment.
All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance or the
removal
of important components can significantly
affect the quality
of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the
level
of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our
environment, and to help keep your vehicle in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements
your new vehicle warranties. See your
Chevrolet dealer for details.
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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
3- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior
to the
completion of vehicle useful life. We, however, urge that
all recommended maintenance services be performed at
the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion
of vehicle useful life. We, however, urge that
all recommended maintenance services be performed at
the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the steering linkage. Lubricate the
transmission shift linkage
(or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Change the rear axle gear lubricant if
vehicle has limited-slip differential.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
DATE
SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from your
GM dealer.
I USAGE
Supplement
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol
of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle’s engine, see
“Engine Oil” in the Index.
50/50 mixture of water (preferably
distilled) and good quality
ethylene glycol base antifreeze
(GM Part No. 1052753 or
equivalent) conforming to GM
Specification 1825M or approved
recycled coolant conforming to
GM Specification 1825M.
GM Part No. 3634621 or
equivalent.
USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT
Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 @ Brake Fluid
System (GM Part
No. 1052535 or
equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Hydraulic Clutch Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
(GM Part
System No. 12345347
or equivalent).
Power Steering
GM Hydraulic Power Steering
System Fluid (GM Part
No. 1052884 or
equivalent).
Manual DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Transmission Fluid.
Automatic DEXRON@-IIT Automatic
Transmission Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Cylinders Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345120)
or synthetic
SAE 5W-30 engine
oil.
Automatic Engine oil.
Transmission
Shift Linkage
Clutch Linkage Engine oil.
Pivot Points

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Floor Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
Rear Axle (Standard
Differential)
Rear Axle (Limited-Slip
Differential)
Windshield Washer Solvent
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine oil.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No.
1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No.
1052271) or SAE SOW-90 GL-5
Gear Lubricant.
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No.
12345977) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5
Gear Lubricant, and Limited-Slip
Differential Lubricant Additive (GM Part
No. 1052358 or
equivalent) where required. See
“Rear Axle” in the Index.
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part
No. 1051515) or
equivalent.
GC-LB.
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Hood
Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots and Spring
Anchor
b. Release Pawl
Hood and
Door
Hinges, Fuel
Door Hinge,
Rear
compartment Lid
Hinges, Rear
Folding Seat
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No.
1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 1050109).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters, valves and
spark plugs.
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