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Low Eng Oil Level
United States Canada
This message is displayed for 60 seconds at the start of
each ignition cycle when the engine oil level is low.
Four chimes will also sound.
When the ignition is turned off, this message will be
displayed again for three seconds to remind you that
your engine oil level is low. Be sure to have your vehicle
serviced right away.
See ªEngine Oilº in the Index on how to check the
oil level and for what type of oil to add.Change Engine OilUnited States Canada
This message is displayed when the engine oil needs
to be changed. It will appear for 60 seconds.
After 60 seconds, it will go out.
Once the engine oil has been changed, the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL message must be reset. Until it is reset,
this message will be displayed for 60 seconds each time
you start the engine. For more information on resetting
the system, see ªEngine Oil, When to Changeº in
the Index.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the AM FM Stereo with
Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data
System and Programmable Equalization:
1. Turn the ignition to ON or ACC.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE CD button for five seconds.
READY will appear on the display and a cassette
icon will flash for five seconds.
4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer's
recommended cleaning time.
When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the cut tape
detection feature is active again.
You may also choose a non
-scrubbing action, wet-type
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean
the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not
eject on its own. A non
-scrubbing action cleaner may
not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
The use of a non
-scrubbing action, dry-type cleaning
cassette is not recommended.After you clean the player, press and hold the cassette
eject symbol or EJT button for five seconds to reset the
CLEAN indicator. The radio will display CLEANED
or
--- to show the indicator was reset.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape
player serviced.
Care of Your Compact Discs
Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases
or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight
and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a
clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution
and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Be sure never to touch the side without writing when
handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges
or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Care of Your Compact Disc Player
The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to
the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with
lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.

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To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the
following steps:
1. Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are
in the up position.
2. Raise the hood.
3. Disconnect the windshield washer pump hose from
the fender rail and air inlet grille.
4. Reposition the hood weatherstrip from the
passenger's side of the vehicle (peel back halfway
to center).
5. Remove the air inlet grille retainers.
6. Remove the air inlet grille.
7. Remove the air deflector grille in the compartment.
8. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter.
9. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter.
For the type of filter to use, see ªNormal Maintenance
Replacement Partsº in the Index.Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles
(83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.

In hilly or mountainous terrain.

When doing frequent trailer towing.

Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions,
change the fluid and filter at 100,000 miles (166 000 km).
See ªScheduled Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.

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Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb Number
Back
-Up 921. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Parking/Turn Signal 3357NAK or . . . . . . . .
3457NAK
Headlamp, High
-Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp, Low
-Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog Lamp 893. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Sidemarker 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lamps Bulb Number
Rear Courtesy Lamp 912. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). . .
After Complete Overhaul 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . .
When draining/replacing converter, more fluid will be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3400 (Code E) V6 11.3 quarts (10.7 L). . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) V6 11.7 quarts (11.0 L). . . . . . . . . . .
Refrigerant, Air ConditioningSee refrigerant . . . . .
charge label under the hood.
Engine Crankcase
- Oil and Filter Change
3400 (Code E) V6 4.3 quarts (4.1 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) V6 4.3 quarts (4.1 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank17 U.S. gallons (64 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Nut Torque100 lb
-ft (140 N´m) . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to
fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in
the Index.
Engine Specifications
3400 (LA1) V6 Engine
Type V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Code E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 204 CID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compression Ratio 9.5:1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-2-3-4-5-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Temperature 195
F (91
C) . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 180 @ 5200 rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-683800 (L36) V6 Engine
Type V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Code K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 231 CID. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compression Ratio 9.4:1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-6-5-4-3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Temperature 195
F (91
C) . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 200 @ 5200 rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
All Engines A1614C*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
All Engines GM Part No. 10406026. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter
All Engines PF47*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCV Valve
All Engines CV892C*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery
3400 (Code E) V6 600 CCA*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3800 (Code K) V6 690 CCA*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator Pressure Cap
All Engines RC27*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs
3400 (Code E) V6 41
-940* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
3800 (Code K) V6 41
-921* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Length 22.0 inches (56.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type Shepherd's Hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*AC Delco

part number.
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase 110.5 inches (280.7 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tread Width (Front) 62.0 inches (157.5 cm). . . . . . . .
Tread Width (Rear) 61.1 inches (155.2 cm). . . . . . . .
Length 200.0 inches (508.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 73.0 inches (185.4 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 57.3 inches (145.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .