engine OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA 1998 Owners Manual

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking. (See footnote '!:'!:.)
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
under one
or more of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
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clrlcl,fi'lter e~:er;v 50,000 miles (83 000 k117).
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
(32" C) or higher.
0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote #.)
(Continued)
DATE I
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Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I
82,500 Miles (137 500 knz) (Continued)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper
velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote
‘k‘i’.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See. footnote +.)
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0
0
0
Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
A11 Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote
**.)
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven
under one or more
of these conditions:
- In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F
- In hilly or mountainous terrain.
- When doing frequent trailer towing.
- Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
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alzdfilter
every 50,000 miles (83 000 kin).
(32°C) or higher.
DATE
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I Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I
0 Replace fuel filter. Arz Emissiorz Control Service. (See footnote-)'.)
0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Errzissior? Corztrol Service.
0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote
+.)
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
CI Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant
0 Rotate tires. See "Tire Inspection and Rotation" in the Index for proper
An EITzissiorz Corztiul Service.
(See footnote #.)
velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote ';";:.)
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
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100,000 Miles (1 66 000 k1r1) (Contirzrred)
0 If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed
previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid,
change both the fluid and filter.
AH Emissio~l Colltwl .Sc)r1?ic.c..
0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve.
150,000 Miles (240 000 kin)
Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service.
whichever c~ccurs first). See “Engine Coolant**
in the Index for what to use.
Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap rund neck. Press111.e
test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emissiol7 Control Servic.c>.
DATE I
I ILII1,EAGE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY: I
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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
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
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in
the Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid 1,evel 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 cosrect 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.
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Starter Switch Check
A CAU I ION:
-
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow
the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking
Brake”
in the Index if necessary) and the
regular brake.
NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
Try
to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If
the starter works in any other position. your vehicle
needs service.
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check
A CAUI NN:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
move suddenly.
If it does, you or others could be
injured. Follow the steps below.
1.
2.
3.
Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
It should be parked on a
level surface.
Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in the Index if necessary).
NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake
immediately
if the vehicle begins to move.
With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move
the shift lever out of
PARK (Pj with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves
out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI
needs service.
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition key to
LOCK in each shift lever position.
The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift
0 The key should come out only in LOCK.
lever is in PARK (P).
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission
PARK
(P) Mechanism Check
When you are doing this check, your vehicle
could begin
to move. You or others could be
injured and property could be damaged. Make
sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case
it begins
to roll. Be ready to apply the regular
brake
at once should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake.
0 To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from
the regular brake pedal.
Do this until the vehicle is
held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then
release all brakes.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to flush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take care to
clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris
can collect.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should
be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each
spring and fall). You should
let your retailer’s service
department or other qualified service center do these
jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed
at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or
lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears
or leakage. Replace
seals
if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system.
Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts
as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which could
cause
a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust”
in
the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace
as needed. Clean the outside
of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help
ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling
system and pressure cap is recommended at least once
a year.
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
yo~~r retailer.
USAGE
Engine Oil
Hydraulic Brake
System
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified For
Gasoline Engines “Starburst”
symbol
of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle‘s engine, see
“Engine Oil“
in the Index.
50/50 mixture
of clean water
(preferably distilled) and use only
GM Goodwrench@ DEX-COOL@
or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@
Coolant. See “Engine Coolant“
in
the Index.
Delco Supreme
11 @ Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. 12377967 or
equivalent
DOT-3 Brake Fluid).
USAGE ~~
Parking Brake
Cable Guides
Power Steering
System
Automatic
Transmission
Key Lock
Cylinders
Chassis Lubrication
~~~
Differential,
Front and Rear
Axle
FLUID/I,UBRICANT
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI
## 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
GM Power Steering Fluid (GM
Part
No. 1052884 - 1 pint,
1050017
- 1 quart, or equivalent).
DEXRON@-TI1 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Multi-Pul ose Lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 12346241 01- equivalent).
Chassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI ## 2, Category LB or
GC-LB.
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
No. 105227 1 ) or SAE 8OW-90
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1998 OLDSMOBILE SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION
The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out
the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,
or credit card information
to Helm, lncorporated (address below.)
CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1998 OLDSMOBILE
SERVICE MANUALS
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information
on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes,
electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE:
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TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE
UNIT REPAIR MANUAL
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments and specifications for the
1998 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
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SERVICE BULLETINS
Service Bulletins give technical service information needed
to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON
THE FOLLOWtNG
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intended to provide basic operational information about the
vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance
Schedule for all models.
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