washer fluid OLDSMOBILE AURORA 1995 Owners Manual

Windshield Washer
The lever on the right side of your steering column also
controls your windshield washer.
To spray washer fluid
on the windshield, pull the lever toward you. The wipers
will clear the window and then either stop or return to
your preset speed. For more washer cycles, pull and
hold the lever.
If the fluid level in the windshield washer bottle is low,
the message LOW WASHER FLUID will appear in the
information center. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in
the Index.
Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous.
A bad
mud splash can block your vision.
You could hit another
vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level
often.
NOTICE:
When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze
and damage your washer fluid tank and
other parts of the washer system. Also,
water doesn’t clean
as well as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only
3/4 full
when it’s very cold. This allows for
expansion, which could damage the tank if
it
is completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your
windshield washer. It can damage your
washer system and paint.
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Driving on Snow or Ice
Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the
road probably have
good traction.
Include an ice scraper,
a small brush or broom, a supply
of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer
clothing,
a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a
couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will
be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag
of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags
to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure
these items
in your vehicle. However,
if there is snow
or ice between your tires and the
road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have
a
lot less traction or ”grip” and will need to be very careful.
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What to Add
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind
of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants”
in the Index.
NOTICE:
When adding power steering fluid or making a
complete fluid change,
always use the proper
fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause
leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
If you will be
operating your vehicle
in an area where the temperature
may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
protection against freezing. There are
two windshield washer fluid tanks. The upper
tank (shown above)
will empty first. When the lower
tank contains 0.5 quarts (0.5 liters) or less, the message
LOW WASHER FLUID will
be displayed on the Driver
Information Center.
To Add
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add
washer fluid
until the tank is f~111.
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NOTICE:
Brakes
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When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and
other parts of the washer system. Also,
water doesn’t clean as well
as washer fluid.
Fill your washer fluid tank only
3/4 full
when it’s very cold. This allows for
expansion, which could damage the tank if
it is completely full.
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your
windshield washer. It can damage your
washer system and paint.
Brake Master Cylinder
Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with
DOT-3 brake fluid.
There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level
in
your master cylinder might go down. The first is that the
brake
fluid goes down to an acceptable level during
normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put
in,
the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that
fluid
is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you
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Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield and Wiper Blades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer,
or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax
or other material may be
on the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside
of the windshield with GM
Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part
No. 10500 I 1). The windshield is clean if beads do not
form when you rinse
it with water.
Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth
soaked
in full strength windshield washer solvent. Then
rinse the blade with water.
Wiper blades should be checked
on a regular basis and
replaced
when worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with
a clean cloth at least every six
months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. (See "Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants"
in the Index.)
Cleaning the Outside of Your Aurora
The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth
of color, gloss retention and durability.
Washing Your Vehicle
The best way to preserve your vehicle's finish is to keep
it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold
water.
Don't wash your vehicle
in the direct rays of the sun.
Don't use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use
liq~~id hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps.
Don't use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or
that contain acid or abrasives.
All cleaning agents
should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on
the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish
with a
soft, clean chamois or a
100% cotton towel to avoid
surface scratches and water spotting.
High pressure vehicle washes may cause water to enter
your vehicle.
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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle (Overdrive)
Wlwn cllvrinirlg or seplcrcing tol-q~te convertel; more jlllicl n~tr~‘ bo rwederl.
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
Not trll uir conditionirlg r.efi.igel-crnts are the smw. If the nir conditiorrillg sj-steul in ~olrr vehicle Ileocls wfi-igesmt, he s1r1-e tho
proper r.cfi-igercult is used. If you ’re not ~111-e. trsk yolrr Ausoln t-etllilel: For c-tdclitionrrl i~~/i~mt~tion, .we jwrr Wirrrtrnt?* trrd
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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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed below are owner checks and sewices which
should be performed 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
velicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
Engine Oil Level
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil” in the Index for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level
Check the engine coolant level and add the proper
coolant
mix if necessary. See ”Coolant“ in the Index
for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid
if
necessary. See “Windsl1ield Washer Fluid” in the
Index for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation
Check tire inflation. Make sure tires are inflated to the
pressures specified on the Tire-Loading Information
label located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
SO hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
Power Antenna
Clean power antenna mast. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
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USAGE
4utomatic
Ihmsaxle Shift
Linkage
Floor Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Hood Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots and
Spring Anchor
b. Release Pawl
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil.
Engine oil. Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part
No. 1051515) or
equivalent.
a. Engine oil.
b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB
or GC-LB.
USAGE
Hood and Door
Hinges, Fuel
Door Hinge,
Rear
Compartment
Lid Hinges
Weatherstrip Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT I
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 1050109).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part
No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters, valves and spark plugs.
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@ Section 9 Index
Accessory Power Outlet ......................... 2-57
Accessory Power . Retained ....................... 2- 16
Adding
Brake Fluid
................................. 6-24
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6- 1 9
Engine Oil .................................. 6- IO
Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-2 1
Sound Equipment ....................... 2.57 . 3-29
Transaxle Fluid
.............................. 6- 16
Windshield Washer Fluid ...................... 6-22
Air Bag Readiness Light
.................... 1 . I8 . 2-63
Air Cleaner ............................... 6- I1 . 6-6 1
Air Conditioner ................................. 3-5
Air Conditioner Rel’rigerant ....................... 6-60
Alcohol . Driving Uncier the Intluence of .............. 4-2
Alcohol in Gasoline .............................. 6-3
Aluminum Wheels;, Cleaning ...................... 6-48
Antifreeze
........................... 5- I5 . 6- IC). 6-60
Anti-Lock Brake System .......................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ......... 2-67 . 1-6
Electrical
Equipn~ent
............... 2-57 . 3.29 . 6-52
Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System) ............ I . I7
Atlte1111a Care
.................................. 3-3 1
Appearance Care ............................... 6-43
Appearance Care and Maintenance Materials
......... 6-50
At.tl1rest
. Stol-age ............................... 2-55
Ashtrays and Lighlers
........................... 2-56
Assistance. Roadside
............................. 8-6
Audio Systems .................................. 3-9
AM/FM Stereo Radio
with ATC and Tape Player ... 3-1X
AM/FM
Stcreo Radio with ATC . Tape and
AM/FM Stereo Radio with Tape
Player (Base@
CD PlL1yct.s ................................. 3-9
Acoustimass)
.............................. 3-14
Care of Audio Systems ................... 3-29 . 3-30
Compuct Disc Player
.................... 3- 13 . 3-21
Radio Reception. Understanding
................ 3-28
Steering Wheel Touch Controls
................. 3-28
Trunk-Mounted CD
Changer ................... 3-21
Automatic Door Locks
. Programmable ............... 2-5
EI-rors ..................................... 3-24
Setting thc Clock .............................. 3-9
Th~f‘tlock:’ ................................. 3-25
Automatic Electronic Clinlate Control
................ 3-1
Automatic Ovet-dri\:e ............................ 2-22
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Automatic Transaxle ............................ 2-20 “Break.In. ” New Vehicle ......................... 2-14
Adding Fluid
................................ 6-18 Bulb Chart .................................... 6-62
Checking Fluid
.............................. 6- 16 Bulb Replacement
Fluid Life Monitor
........................... 2-75 Headlamp .................................. 6-30
Shifting
..................... 2-20,2-23,2-25, 2-27
Taillamp ................................... 6-32
Average Speed Message .......................... 2-74 Bulbs, Halogen ................................. 6-27
Battery
.................................. 5.2. 6.26
Jump Starting
................................ 5-2
Warning Light
............................... 2-65
Belt. Engine Accessory
.......................... 6- 10
Block Heater, Engine ............................ 2- 18
Blowout. Tire .................................. 5-21
Blizzard
...................................... 4-26
Brake Adjustment
................................. 6-25
Anti-Lock
................................... 4-6
Fluid
...................................... 6-23
Parking
.................................... 2-24
PedalTravel
................................ 6-25
Master Cylinder
............................. 6-23
Replacement
................................ 6-26
System. Anti-Lock Warning Light
............... 2-67
System Warning Light
........................ 2-65
Transaxle Shift Interlock
....................... 2-27
Brakes, Trailer
................................. 4-33
Braking
in Emergencies ........................... 4-9
Wear
...................................... 6-25
Braking
........................................ 4-5 Canadian
Roadside Assistance
.................... 8-6
Capacities and Specifications Chart
................. 6-60
Carbon Monoxide
......................... 2-10. 2-28
Cassette Tape Player
.................. 3- 12. 3- 16. 3-20
Cassette Tape Player Care
........................ 3-29 ...
CB Radio. Adding .................... 2-57.3-29. 6-52
Cellular Telephone. Adding
............. 2-57. 3-29. 6-52
Chains. Tire
.............................. 5-29. 6-42
Change Oil Message
............................ 2-75
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-21
Check Oil Level Message ........................ 2-76
Brake Fluid
................................. 6-23
Engine Coolant
.............................. 6-19
Power Steering Fluid
......................... 6-21
Transaxle Fluid
.............................. 6-16
Windshield Washer Fluid
...................... 6-22
Cautions. Safety
.................................. 111
Checking
Engineoil
.................................. 6-11
Restraint Systems
............................. 1-43
Underhood
.................................. 6.7
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