oil level CHEVROLET LUMINA 1993 1.G Owners Manual

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Driving a long Distance
Although most long trips today are
made on freeways, there are still many
made on regular highways.
Long-distance driving on freeways and
regular highways is the same in some
ways. The trip has to be planned and
the vehicle prepared, you drive at
higher-than-city speeds, and there are
longer turns behind the wheel. You’ll
enjoy your trip more if you and your
vehicle are in good shape. Here are
some tips for a successful long trip.
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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 dealerships 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:
Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the
reservoir full? Are all windows clean
inside and outside?
shape?
Have you checked all levels?
lenses clean?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:
Lights: Are they all working? Are the I
Tires: They are vitally important to a I
safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread
good enough for long-distance
driving? Are the tires all inflated to
the recommended pressure?
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?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the

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The coolant level should be at or above
the
COLD mark.
If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the
radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator,
water pump or somewhere else in the
cooling system.
Heater and radiator hoses,
L L and other engine parts, can
be very hot. Don’t touch them. If
you do, you can be burned.
Don’t run the engine
if there is a
leak. If you run the engine, it could
lose all coolant. That could cause
an engine fire, and you could be
burned. Get any leak fixed before
you drive the vehicle.
1 NOTlCE CAUTION
If you haven’t found a problem yet, but
the coolant level isn’t at or above
COLD, add a 50/50 mixture of clean
water
(preferably distilled) and a proper
antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank.
(See the
Index under Engine Coolant
for more information about the proper
coolant mix.)
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A Adding only plain water to
your cooling system can be
Amgerous. Plain water, or some
~ .ler 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
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about the care of your Chevrolet
.
This part begins with service and
fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and
lubricant levels
. There is also
technical information about your
vehicle. and a section devoted to its
appearance care
.
part 6
Service & Appearance Care
Service ........................................................................\
............................................. 192
Fuel
........................................................................\
.................................................. 193
Hood Release ........................................................................\
................................... 196
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
....................................... 201
Air Cleaner ........................................................................\
...................................... 205
Transaxle Fluid
........................................................................\
................................ 206
Engine Coolant
........................................................................\
................................ 211
Power Steering Fluid
........................................................................\
....................... 214
Windshield Washer Fluid
........................................................................\
................ 215
Brakes
........................................................................\
.............................................. 216
Battery
........................................................................\
............................................. 218
Bulb Replacement
........................................................................\
............................ 218
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.................................................................... 224
Loading Your Vehicle
........................................................................\
...................... 224
Tires
........................................................................\
................................................. 225
Appearance Care
........................................................................\
............................. 232
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.................................................................... 239
Add-on Electrical Equipment
........................................................................\
........ 240
Fuses
& Circuit Breakers ........................................................................\
............... 241
Capacities and Specifications 247
Fluids
& Lubricants ........................................................................\
........................ 249
Replacement Bulbs
........................................................................\
......................... 251
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
.............................................................. 254
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Gasolines for Cleaner Air
Your use of gasoline with detergent
additives will help prevent deposits
from forming in your engine and fuel
system. That helps keep your engine in
tune and your emission control system
working properly. It’s good for your
vehicle, and you’ll be doing your
part
for cleaner air.
Many gasolines are now blended with
materials called oxygenates. General
Motors recommends that you use
gasolines with these blending materials,
such as MTBE and ethanol. By doing
so, you can help clean the air, especially
in those parts of the country that have
high carbon monoxide levels. In
addition, some gasoline suppliers are
now producing reformulated gasolines.
These gasolines are specially designed
to reduce vehicle emissions. General
Motors recommends that you use
reformulated gasoline.
By doing so, you
can help clean the air, especially in
those
parts of the country that have
high ozone levels.
You should ask your service station
operators
if their gasolines contain
detergents and oxygenates, and if they
have been reformulated to reduce
vehicle emissions.
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Fuels in Foreign Countries
If you plan on driving in another
country outside the
U.S. or Canada,
unleaded fuel may be hard to find.
Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use
even one tankful, your emission
controls won’t work well or at all. With
continuous use, spark plugs can get
fouled, the exhaust system
can corrode,
and your engine oil can deteriorate
quickly. Your vehicle’s oxygen sensor
will be damaged.
All of that means
costly repairs that wouldn’t be covered
by your warranty.
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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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3.1 L V6: Adding Engine Oil II
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Twin Dual Cam 3.4L V6: Adding Engine
Oil
111 Don’t add too much oil. If your
engine has
so much oil that the oil
level gets above the cross-hatched
area that shows the proper
operating range, your engine could
be damaged. For crankcase capacity, see the
Index under
Capacities and Specifications.
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Just fill it enough to put the level
somewhere
in the proper operating
range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when you’re through.
I What Kind of oil to Use
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Look for Three Things:
SG
“SG” must be on the oil container,
either by itself
or combined with other
quality designations, such
as
“SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF, SG, CC,”
etc. These letters show American
Petroleum Institute (API) levels
of
quality.
I NVIIUL:
If you use oils that don’t have the I
SG designation, you can cause
engine damage not covered by your
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warranty. I

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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.

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KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PIROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
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This part covers the maintenance
required for your Chevrolet
. Your
vehicle needs these services to retain
its safety. dependability and emission
control performance
.
Part 7
Maintenance Schedule
Have you purchased the GM
Protection Plan?
The Plan supplements your new
vehicle warranties
. See your
Chevrolet dealer for details
.
Section
Introduction
A Word About Maintenance ........................................................... 260
Your Vehicle and the Environment
................................................ 260
How This Part is Organized ........................................................... 261
Using Your Maintenance Schedules
.............................................. 262
Selecting the
Right Schedule .......................................................... 262
Schedule
I ........................................................................\
................ 264
Schedule
I1 ........................................................................\
.............. 266
Explanation
of Scheduled Maintenance Services .......................... 268
At Each Fuel Fill
........................................................................\
..... 271
At Least Once a Month
.................................................................. 271
At Least Twice a Year
..................................................................... 271
At Least Once a Year
...................................................................... 272
A . Scheduled Maintenance Services
B . Owner Checks & Services
C . Periodic Maintenance Inspections ....................................................... 274
D . Recommended Fluids & Lubricants .................................................... 275
E . Maintenance Record ........................................................................\
...... 278
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NO. SERVICE
6 Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection (3.4L Code X
engine only)*-Inspect for cracks, wear or oiliness.
Check tensioner for proper operation. See the
service manual.
(To purchase a service manual,
see the
Index under Service Publications.)
Replace parts as needed.
Cooling System Service*-Drain, flush and refill
the system with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to
GM Specification 1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See the
Index under Coolant. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine
operating temperature.
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Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked,
swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose
clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap
and neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recommend a
pressure test of both the cooling system and the
pressure cap.
Transaxle Service-For manual transaxles, fluid
doesn’t require changing.
For automatic transaxles, change both the fluid
and filter every 15,000 miles (25
000 km) if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more
of
these conditions:
ITEM
NO.
9
10
11
SERVICE
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing. (With some
models you shouldn’t ever tow a trailer. See the
Index under Towing a Trailer.)
Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change both the fluid and filter every
100,000 miles
(160 000 km).
Spark Plug Replacement*-Replace spark plugs
with the proper type. See the
Index under
Replacement Parts.
Spark Plug Wire Inspection*+Inspect for
burns, cracks
or other damage. Check the boot fit
at the coils and at the spark plugs. Replace wires
as needed.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System
Inspection*-Inspect system for proper function.
Replace any
worn, plugged or collapsed hoses or
seals. Replace valve only if necessary.
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Listed below are owner checks and services which should
be made at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,
dependability and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Be
sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle,
make sure they are the proper ones, as
shown in Section D.
At Each he/ H// (It is important for you or a service station attendant to pe&m these underhood checks at each fuel fill.)
CHECK
I I Engine Coolant Level
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Windshield Washer
Fluid Level
1 At Least Once a Month
WHAT TO DO
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See the Index under Engine Oil for
further details.
Check the engine coolant level in the coolant recovery
tank and add the proper coolant mix if
necessary.
See the Index under Coolurzt for further details.
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid
if necessary. See the Index under Windshield Washer Fluid for further details.
CHECK
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Tire Inflation
I At Least Twice a bar
WHAT TO DO I
Check tire inflation. Make sure they are inflated to the pressures specified on the Tire-Loading
Information label located on the rear edge of the driver's door or inside the trunk lid.
See the
Inda under Tires for further details.
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CHECK
System Inspection
WHAT TO DO
Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See the Iinda under Hydraulic Clutch. A fluid loss
in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and \
repaired at once.
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