check engine CHEVROLET LUMINA 1993 1.G Owner's Guide

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine To check on fuel availability, ask an
auto club, or contact a major oil
company that does business in the
country where you’ll be driving.
You can also write us at the following
address for advice.
Just tell us where
you’re going and give your Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN)
.
General Motors of Canada Ltd.
International Export Sales
P.O. Box 828
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 7N1, Canada
Filling Your Tank
The cap is behind a hinged door on the
fuel
door. left side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang
the cap inside the
CAUTION I CAUTlON I
A Gasoline vapor is highly
- flammable. It burns violently,
and that can cause very bad
injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near
gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking
materials away from gasoline.
To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the
left (counterclockwise). I I
h If you get gasoline on you
A and then something ignites it,
,JU could be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you
if
you open the fuel filler cap too
quickly. This spray can happen if
your tank is nearly full, and is more
likely in hot weather. Open the fuel
filler cap slowly and wait for any
“hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew
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When you put the cap back on, turn it to
the right until you hear a clicking noise.
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Filling Your Tank (CONT.)
If you need a new cap, be sure to
get the right type.
Your dealer can
get one for you. If you get the
wrong type, it may not fit
or
proper venting, and your fue
and emissions system might be
damaged.
Checking ntings Under th
Hood
The following secuons tell you how to
check fluids, lubricants and important
parts underhood.
Hood Release
To open the hood, first pull the handle
inside the vehicle.

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Engine Oil
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil
level every time you get fuel. In order to
get
an accurate reading, the oil must be
warm and the vehicle must be on level
ground. Turn
off the engine and give
the
oil a few minutes to drain back into
the oil pan. If
you don’t, the oil dipstick
might not show the actual level.
To Check Engine Oil:
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a
paper towel
or cloth, then push it back
in all the way. Remove it again, keeping
the tip lower.
3.1 L V6: Checking Engine Oil
Twin Dual Cam 3.4L
V6: Checking Engine
Oil 2.2L L4: Adding Engine Oil
When to Add Oil:
If the
oil is at or below the ADD line,
then you’ll need to add some oil. But
you must use the right kind.
This
section explains what kind of oil to use.
For crankcase capacity, see the
Index
under Capacities and Specifications.

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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine when
to replace the air filter
and the
PCV filter. See the Index under
Scheduled Maintenance Services.
PA I ITln N I
Operating the engine with
L L the air cleaner off can cause
you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it
stops flame if the engine backfires.
If it isn't there, and the engine
backfires, you could be burned.
Don't drive with it
off, and be
careful working on the engine with
the air cleaner off.
If the air cleaner is
.+ a backfire
can cause a damaging engine fire
And, dirt can easily get into your
engine, which will damage it.
I To Check or Replace (L4 Engine): 3. Remove the air cleaner filter.
. Use a screwdriver to loosen the hose 4. Install the air cleaner filter, cover,
clamp.
Lift the rubber duct. wing nut and rubber duct. Be sure to
tighten the hose clamp.
2. Remove the wing nut and lift the
cover.

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Air Cleaner (CONT.)
To Check or Replace (V6 Engines):
1. Remove the four screws and pull off
the cover.
2. Remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter
and replace the cover tightly. Wait
at least 30 minutes before
checking the transaxle fluid level if you
have been driving:
When outside temperatures are above
At high speed for quite a while.
In heavy traffic-especially in hot
While pulling a trailer.
To get the right reading, the fluid
should be at normal operating
temperature, which is
180°F to 200°F
(82°C to 93°C).
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving
about
15 miles (24 lun) when outside
temperatures are above
50°F (10°C). If
it's colder than
50°F (lO"C), you may
have to drive longer.
90°F
(32°C).
weather.
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Park your vehicle on a level place.
Place thashift,lever in P (Park) with
With youi foot on the brake pedal,
the
parki_ng'bralce applied.
move the
shift lever through each gear
range,, paysling for about 3 seconds in
each range. Then, position the
shift
lever in P (Park).
Let the engine run at idle for three to
five minutes.
3.1 L V6: Checki,ng..Automattc Transaxle
Fluid
Twin Dual Cam
3.4L V6: Checking
Automatic Transaxle Fluid

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2.2L L4: Adding Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (CONT.)
How to Add Transaxle Fluid:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine what kind of transaxle fluid
to use. See the
Index under Fluids G
Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add
only enough of the proper fluid
to bring
the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less
than a pint
(0.5 L). Don’t overfill.
3.1 L V6: Adding Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Twin Dual Cam
3.4L V6 Adding
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-IIE, because fluids
with that label are made especially for
your automatic
transaxle. Damage
caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-IIE
is not covered by your new vehicle
warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid
level
as described under How to Check.
When the correct fluid level is obtained’
push the dipstick back in
all the way.

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When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when
the engine
ail. is changed. However, tbe
fluid in your manual transaxle does not
require changing.
How to Check
Because-this operation can be a little
difficult, you
may choose to have this
done
at a Chmo-let 'dealership service
department.
If you do it yourself, be
sure to
follow d the instructions here,
or you could get a false reading on the
dipstick. The
manual transaxle dipstick
is located
on the driver's side .near the rear;of'the
transaxlr:
Check the fluid level only when your
engjnti isoff, the V&i& is parked on a
level place md the trmsde
is cool
enough for you to rest your fingers on
the
.t-ransde case.
Then, Follow These Steps:
1. Flip the handle up and then pull out
the dipstick &d clean it with a rag or
paper towel.
2. Push it back in all the way and
remove it.
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Manual Transaxle Fluid (CONT.)
3. Check both sides of the dipstick and
read the lower level. The fluid level
must be between the
ADD and
FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may
appear at the bottom of the dipstick
even when the fluid level is several
pints low.)
4. If the fluid is where it should be, push
the dipstick back in all the way.
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How to Add Fluid:
Here's how to add fluid. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind
of fluid to use. See the Index
under Fluids G Lubricants.
1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the
handle up and then pulling the
dipstick out.
Add only enough fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the
FULL mark on
the dipstick.
3. Push the dipstick back in all the way;
then flip the handle down to lock the
dipstick in place.
2. Add fluid at the dipstick hole.
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is
self-adjusting.
When to Check and What to Use:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine how often you should check
the fluid level in your clutch master
cylinder reservoir and what to add. See
the
Index under Owner Checks G
Services and Fluids G Lubricants.

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The proper fluid should be added if the
level does not reach the bottom of the
diaphragm when it’s
in place in the
reservoir. See the instructions on the
reservoir cap.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling
system and how to add coolant when it
is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating or
if you need to add
coolant to your radiator, see the
Index
under Engine Overheating.
The proper coolant for you1 ~ ~ ~ _et
will:
Give freezing protection c, .m to
Give boiling protection up to 262°F
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine
Let the warning lights work as they
What to Use:
Use a mixture of one-half clean water
(preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets
“GM Specification
1825-M,” which won’t damage ,
-34°F (-37°C).
(128°C).
temperature. should. aluminum
parts. You can
also use a
recycled coolant conforming to
GM
Specification 1825-M with a complete
coolant flush and refill. If you use this
mixture, you don’t need to add anything
else.
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Adding only plain water to
your cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water, or some
other liquid like alcohol, can boil
before the proper coolant mix will.
Your vehicle’s coolant warning
system is set for the proper coolant
mix. With plain water or the wrong
mix, your engine could get too hot
but you wouldn’t get the overheat
warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be
burned. Use a
50/50 mix of clean
water and a proper antifreeze.