fuel cap OLDSMOBILE AURORA 1995 Owners Manual

Here are four things that some owners ask about. None
of these show
a problem with your fuel gage:
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At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before
the gage reads
“F” (Full).
It takes
a little more or less fuel to fill up than the
gage indicated. For example, the gage may have
indicated the tank was half
full, but it actually took a
little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill
the tank.
The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or
speed up.
The tank is not necessarily empty when the pointer is
over the “E” (Empty) mark. There is a reserve of up
to 1.5 gallons (5.6 L) in the tank. You should still get
more fuel as soon as possible.
Driver Information Center
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The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays
information in either English or metric. When the
system is on or off, hold the
OFF button down for five
seconds to change the display between English and
metric. This
will also change the digital screen for the
climate control system between English and metric.
In addition to the functions described in this part, the
DIC also displays various warning messages under
appropriate conditions.
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Towing a Trailer
NOTICE:
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your
vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by
your warranty.
To pull a trailer correctly, follow
the advice in this part, and see your Aurora
retailer for important information about towing
a trailer with your vehicle.
Your vehicle can tow a trailer. To identify what the
vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle,
you
should read the information in "Weight of the Trailer"
that appears later
in this section. But trailering is
different
than just driving your vehicle by itself.
Trailering means changes
in handling, durability, and
fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct
equipment, and
it has to be used properly.
That's the reason for this part.
In it are many
time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules.
Many
of these are important for your safety and that of
your passengers. So please read this section carefully
before
you pull a trailer.
Load-pulling components such as the engine, transaxle,
wheel assemblies, and tires are forced to work harder
against the drag
of the added weight. The engine is
required to operate at relatively higher speeds and under
greater loads, generating extra heat. What's more, the
trailer adds considerably
to wind resistance, increasing
the pulling requirements.
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Remote Fuel Door Manual Release
The fuel door can be
opened lnanually
in
case of an electrical
power failure.
To do
so, first open the trunk.
The release nlechanisln
is on the driver’s side
of the vehicle, at the
top of the
trunk
compartment. Pull the
tab toward you to
release the
fuel door.
NOTICE:
Prying on a locked fuel filler door could damage
it. Use the remote fuel door manual release
located in the trunk.
Filling Your Tank
The cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your
vehicle.
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To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise).
While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. Twist
it clockwise to secure it,
if necessary. Be
careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon
as possible. See “Cleaning the
Outside
of Your Aurora” in the Index.
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until
you hear at least three clicks.
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If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your retailer can get one for you. If you get
the wrong type, it may not fit or have proper
venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system
might be damaged.
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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle (Overdrive)
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Pan Removal and Replacement ................................ 6.5 quarts 6.0 L
After Complete Overhaul ..................................... I 1 quarts 10.5 L
Coolingsystem .............................................. 13 quarts 12.0 L
Refrigerant (R=134a), Air Conditioning ......................... 2.0 pounds 0.9 kg
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Owrwr Assistmcp Ir4fC)rmution” hooklet.
Enginecrankcase ........................................... 7 c]llasts 6.6 L
When chcmgir~g~fi’ltet; up to 0.5 qlrcu-t (0.5 liter) more oil mry be t1cecltd
FuelTank .................................................. 19.4 gallons 73.4 L
Windshield Washer Fluid Tanks ................................ 3.8 quarts 3.6 L
Power Steering
PumpOnly ................................................ 1 pint 0.5 L
Complete System ........................................... 1.5 pints 0.7 L
Tire Pressures, Sizes .......................................... See Tire-Loading Information label on driver’s
door.
Wheel Nut Torque ........................................... 100 pound-feet 140 Nom
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this
manual.
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Maintenance Schedule
I Schedule I Definition I
Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is
true for your vehicle:
0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving
in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
Schedule
I should also be followed if the vehicle is used
for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial
application.
Schedule I Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Months,
Whichever Occurs First
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or 6 Months,
Whichever Occurs First
Chassis Lubrication
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every
12,000 Miles
(25 000 km)
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Tire Rotation Air Cleaner
Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty
conditions
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Fuel Tank. Cap and Lines Inspection
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first)
Cooling System Service (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first)
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
Every 100,000 Miles
(166 000 km)
Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only)
Spark Plug Replacement
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Maintenance Schedule
Follow Schedule I1 orziy if none of the conditions from
Schedule
I is true.
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
Engine Oil and Filter Chanp (or every 12 months,
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
whichever
occurs first)
occurs first)
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000
km)
Tire Rotation
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every
24 months, whichever occurs first)
Cooling System Service (or every
24 months.
whichever occurs first)
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Fuel Tank. Cap
and Lines Inspection
Autotnatic Tr-ansaxle Service (se1:el-e conditions only)
Spark Plug Replacement
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
Every 100,000 Miles
(166 000 km)
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1 Maintenance Schedule I I ~
30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued)
See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what
to use.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission
Contrd Service.
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
more often under dusty conditions.
An EI;I1issim Control Service.
c] Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for
any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Corztrol Service.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
DATE
SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
33,000 Miles (55 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
AH Emission Control Service.
DATE
SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Maintenance Schedule I
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Evrzission
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
Control Sewice. 3-
more often under dusty conditions.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap
gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I
63,000 Miles (105 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice. *
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Maintenance Schedule I
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice. ‘%
0 Lubricate the suspension and steering
linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
points and linkage (or every
6 months,
whichever occurs first).
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
An EIqaission Control Service.
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every 24 months, whichever occurs first).
Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,
pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the
cooling system and pressure cap. See
“Engine Coolant”
in the Index for what to
use.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect spark plug wires. Arz Ernission
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
Contd Sewice.
more often under dusty conditions.
A11 Enuksiora Control Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts
as needed.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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