washer fluid Oldsmobile Aurora 1997 s User Guide

Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. rlease refer to “Recommended
Fluids
and Lubricants” in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle (Overdrive)
When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Pan Removal and Replacement ........................................... 6.5 quarts (6.0 L)
After Complete Overhaul ................................................. 10 quarts (9.5 L)
When pe~orming either transaxle procedure, check fluid level when done. More fluid may be needed.
Cooling System ....................................................... 13 quarts (12.0 L)
Engine Crankcase ...................................................... 7 quarts (6.6 L)
When changing filter, up to 0.5 quart (0.5 L) more oil may be needed.
Fuel Tank ......................................................... 19.4 gallons (73.4 L)
Windshield Washer
Fluid Tanks
...................................................... 3.8 quarts (3.6 L)
Power Steering
Pump Only ............................................................... 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 lb-ft (140 N-m)
Refrigerant (R-l34a),
Air Conditioning
........................................... See refrigerant charge label
under the hood.
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fd 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 services 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
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in
Part
D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel
fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
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 Windshield Washer
Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer
fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires”
in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
Power Antenna Service
Clean power antenna mast. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details.
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant”
in
the Index for further details.
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USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT
Chassis
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
Lubrication Chassis lubricant (GM
Part
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI # 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
Windshield (GM Part No. 105
15 15) or
Washer Solvent GM
Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
equivalent.
Hood Latch
Anchor and or lubricant
meeting requirements
Pivots, Spring Part No.
12346293 or equivalent)
Assembly, Lubriplate lubricant aerosol
(GM
GC-LB.
Release Pawl of
NLGI
# 2, Category LB or
USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT
Hood and
Door
Hinges, Multi-pur ose lubricant,
Lid Hinges Compartment
Hinge, Rear
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Fuel Door Superlube (GM
Part
Weatherstrip Dielectric
Silicone Grease (GM
Conditioning Part No. 12345579
or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts” in the Index for recommended
replacement filters and spark plugs.
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Transaxle Fluid. Automatic ....................... 6- 18
Transaxle Fluid Life ............................. 2-82
Transmitter. Universal
........................... 2-6 1
Transmitters. Remote Lock Control
................. 2- 13
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-6
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-67
Trunk Lock
....................................... 2-15
Release. Remote .............................. 2-15
SecurityOverride
............................. 2-15
Trunk Mounted Compact Disc Changer
............. 3-22
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-4
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals
............... 2-36
Turn Signal On Chime
........................... 2-37
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
................... 2-35
Twilight Sentinel
............................... 2-46
Turn Signals When Towing
a Trailer
................ 4-37
Underbody Flushing Service
.................. : .. 7-42
Underbody Maintenance
......................... 6-59
Universal Theft-Deterrent System
.................. 2- 17
Universal Transmitter ............................ 2-6 1
Vehicle Control
...................................... 4-6
Damagewarnings
.............................. iv
Dimensions
................................. 6-74
Identification Number
......................... 6-6 1
Loading
.................................... 4-30
Storage
..................................... 6-33
Ventilation System
............................... 3-7 Visor Vanity Mirrors. Illuminated
.................. 2-58
Visors. Sun
.................................... 2-58
warning Devices
............................... 5-3
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
............... 2-68
Warranty Information
............................. 8-8
Washer Fluid. Windshield
........................ 6-27
Washing
Your Vehicle ........................... 6-57
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-57
Wheel
Alignment
.................................. 6-50
Nut Torque
............................. '5.31. 6.73
Replacement
................................. 6-50
Wrench
..................................... 5-26
WindowLock
.................................. 2-34
Windows
..................................... 2-34
Express-Down
............................... 2-34
Power
...................................... 2-34
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-40
Fluid
.................................. 2.40. 6.27
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-39
Windshield Wipers
.............................. 2-39
Bladecheck
................................. 7-40
Blade Replacement
...................... 6.44. 6.74
Cleaning the Blade
....................... 2.39. 6.56
Fuses
...................................... 6-62
Winter Driving
................................. 4-26
Wiring. Headlamp
.............................. 6-62
WoodPanels. Care
.............................. 6-55
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-8
Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-26