oil viscosity CHEVROLET LUMINA 1993 1.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine SAE 5W-30
As shown in the viscosity 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 1OW-40 or SAE 2OW-50.
GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERAT
ABOVE
40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C
Energy Conserving I1
Oils with these words on me
container will help you save fuel.
This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is
used on most oil containers to help you
select the correct oil.
You should look for this on the
oil
container, and use only those oils that
display the logo.
GM Goodwrench@ Oil (in Canada, GM
Engine Oil) meets all the requirements
for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your
Chevrolet dealer is ready to advise if
you think something should be added.

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Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services (cont.)
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I
and Schedule 11. The proper fluids and
lubricants to use are listed in Section
D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All
parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done
before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
ITEM
NO.
1
2
SERVICE
Engine Oil and Filter Change*-Always use SG
Energy Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity. The
“SG” designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as “SG/CC,”
“SG/CD” or “SF, SG, CC,” etc. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine
(e.g.,
SAE 5W-30 or SAE 1OW-30) see the Index under
Engine Oil.
Chassis Lubrication-Lubricate the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody contact points and linkage. Lubricate the front and
rear suspension.
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
3 Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque (3.1L
Code T or W engine only)*-Check the torque of
the mounting bolts and/or nuts.
4 Tire and Wheel Rotation and Inspection-For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your
tires following the instructions in this manual. See
the
Index under Tires, Inspection G Rotation.
Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If you
see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel
alignment. Check for damaged wheels also.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and code, see the Index under Engine Identification.
* An Emission Control Service.
* The US. Environmental Protection Agency 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. General Motors, however, urges that all recommended
maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and\
the maintenance be recorded in Section
E: Maintenance Record.
5 Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
(California 3.1L Code T
or W engine*)-Inspect 1
the belt for cracks, fraying, wear and proper
tension. Replace as needed.

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NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained fiom.your GM dealer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
~~
Engine Coolant
Hydraulic Brake
System
Hydraulic Clutch System
parking Brake Guides
1 Power steering system II
Manual Transaxle
FWID/WBRICANT
GM Goodwrench Motor Oil or equivalent fbr API service SG Energy Conserving II oils of the
proper viscosity. The “SG’ designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such
as “SGKC,” “SGKD,” or “SF, SG, CC:’ etc. To determine the preferred viscosity for your
vehicle’s engine, see
the Index under Engine Oil.
A 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.
Delco Supreme
ll@ Brake Fluid (GM part No. 1052535) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM
Part No. 12345347) or equivalent.
Chassis lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB
(GM part No. 1052497 or equivalent).
GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part No. 1052884) or equivalent.
Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM
Part No. 12345349) or equivalent.
DEXRON@-IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345881).