steering Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 1994 s Owner's Guide

Service & Appearance Care
Radiator Pressure Cap
NOTICE:
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi
(105kPa) pressure-type cap and
must be tightly. installed
io prevent
coolant loss and possible engine
damage from overheating. Be sure
the arrows on the cap line up with
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Add coolant mix at the recovery tank,
but be careful not to spill it.
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the overflow tube on the radiator
filler neck.
I Power Steering Fluid
How To Check Power Steering
When you replace your radiator premre
cap, an
AC@ cap is recommended.
Thermostat
Engine coolant temperature is
controlled by a thermostat in the engine
coolant system. The thermostat stops
the flow of coolant through the radiator
until the coolant reaches a preset
temperature.
When you replace your thermostat, an
AC@ thermostat is recommended.
Fluid
-
Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick
with a clean rag. Replace the cap and
completely tighten it. Then remove the
cap again and look at the fluid level on
the dipstick.
When the engine compartment is hot,
the level should be at the
H mark.
When the engine compartment is
cool, the level 'should be at the
C
mark.
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
To Add
Open the cap labeled WASHER
FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until
the bottle is full.
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 %
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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Service & Appearance Care
Refrigerant (R-l34A), Air Conditioning ........................................... 2.0 Dounds 0.91 kg
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air
conditioning system-in
your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure
the proper refrigerant is used.
If you%e not sure, ask your
Oldsmobile dealer.
For additional information, see your
“Warranty and Owner Assistance Information ” booklet.
Fuel Tank ........................................................................\
.................... 16.5 gallons 62.0 L
Power Steering
Pump Only ........................................................................\
............... 2 pints 0.925 L
Wheel Nut Torque ........................................................................\
..... 100 lb. ft. (140 Nem)
Battery Size
3100 V6 ........................................................................\
.................... 525 CCA
Twin Dual Cam (DOHC) 3.4L V6 .................................................. 690 CCA

FIuids & Lubricants
ITEM
Antifreeze Coolant ...................................
Chassis Lubricant (Grease Gun Insert) ..
(Ethylene Glycol Base)
Delco Supreme
11s Brake Fluid ............
Automatic Transmission Fluid. ...............
DFXRONB-I11 .....................................
DEXRONa-IIE .....................................
Engine Oil ................................................
GM Engine Oil Supplement (E.O. S .) .....
Engine Oil ...............................................
Windshield Washer Solvent ....................
Power Steering Fluid ..............................
Silicone Grease .......................................
Spray-A-Squeak Silicone Lubricant .......
APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER
Year-round antifreeze for .......................... .lo52753
coolant mixtures
General chassis lube, etc.
........................... 1052497
Brake System
............................................. 1052535
SIZE
1 gal. (3.8 L)
14 oz. (397 g)
16 oz. (0.5L)
Automatic Transaxle
.................................................................... 12346143 32 oz. (1 .OL)
.................................................................... 12345881 32 oz. (1.OL)
Engine lubrication
..................................... See the Index under Engine Oil.
See yourdealer for advice ......................... 1052367
Hood, trunk and door hinges
Windshield washer fluid
Power Steering System
............................. 1050017
1052884
Weatherstrips
............................................ .12345579
General purpose silicone lubricant
.......... .lo52276 (aerosol)
1052277
16 oz. (0.5 L)
32 oz. (1 .O L)
16 oz. (0.5 L)
1 oz. (28 g)
4.5 oz. (127 g)
12 oz. (0.35.L)
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Maintenance Schedule
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Explanation of~scheduled
Mainfenance Services
Following 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 SERVICE
NO.
1. Engine Oil and Filter Change* -
Always use SH or SG Energy
Conserving I1 oils of proper viscosity.
The “SH” or “SG” designation may
be shown alone or in combination
with others, such as “SH/CD,” “SH,
SG, CD,”“SG/CD,” etc. To
determine the preferred viscosity for
your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE 5W-
30 or SAE 10W-30), see
Engine Oil
in the Index.
2. Chassis Lubrication - Lubricate
suspension and steering linkage.
Lubricate the transaxle shift linkage,
and parking brake cable guides,
underbody contact points and
linkage.
3. Tire and Wheel Rotation and
Inspection
- For proper wear and
maximum tire life, rotate your tires
following the instructions in this
manual. See
Tires, Inspection 6
Rotation in the hdex. Check the
tires for uneven wear or damage.
If
you see irregular or premature wear,
check the wheel alignment. Check for
damaged wheels also.
Inspection *‘ - Inspect the belt for
cracks, fraying, wear and proper
tension. Replace as needed.
5. Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection
(3.4L Code X engine only) * -
Inspect for cracks, wear or oiliness.
Check tensioner for proper operation.
See the service manual.
(To purchase
4. Engine Accessory Drive Belt
a service manual, see Service
Publications
in the Index.) Replace
parts as needed.
6. Cooling System Service* - Drain,
flush and refill the system with new
or approved recycled. coolant
conforming
to GM Specification
1825M. Keep coolant at the proper
mixture as specified. See
Coolant in
the
Index. This provides proper
freeze and boil protection, corrosion
inhibitor level and maintains proper
engine operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace
if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated.
Clean the outside of the radiator and
air conditioning condenser. Wash the
pressure cap and neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we
recommend a pressure test of both
the cooling system and the pressure
cap.
7. Transaxle Service - Change both
the fluid and filter .every
15,000 miles
(25
000 lm) if the vehicle is mainly

I At Least Once a Year
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CHECK
I OR SERVICE
Key Lock Cylinders
Body Lubrication
Starter Switch
Steering Column
Lock
WHAT TO DO
~. ~ .
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Section D.
Lubricate all body door hinges. Also lubricate all hinges and latches, including those for the
hood, rear compartment, glove box door, console door and any folding seat hardware. Section
D
tells you what to use.
CAUTION: 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. .Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both. the parking brake (see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary) and the
NOTE:
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If
regular brake.
the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.
While parked, and with the parking brake set,
try to turn the key to Lock in each shift lever
position.
The ley should turn to Lock only when the shift lever is in P (Park).
. The key should come out only in Lock.
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Section 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 GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center
do these jobs. Make sure any necessary
Bepairs are completed at once.
INSPECTION
OR SERVICE
Restraint Systems
Steering, Suspension
and FrontWheel-
Drive Axle Boot and
Seal Inspection
Exhaust System
Inspection
Throttle Linkage
Inspection
Brake System Inspection
WHAT SHOULD BE DONE
Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and
reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage.
If you see anything
that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired.
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
hookup, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for
damage, tears or leakage. Replace seals if necessary.
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.
.. -
Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts.
-Replace parts as needed.
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hookup, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Inspect other bralte
parts, including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking bralte adj\
ustment. You may need to have
your brakes inspected more often
if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
NOTE:-A low brake fluid level can indicate worn disc brake pads which may need to be serviced.
Also,
if the bralte system warning light stays on or comes on, something may be wrong with the
brake system. See
Brake System Warning Light in the Index. If your vehicle is equipped with anti-
lock brakes and the anti-lock bralte system warning
light stays on, comes on or flashes, something
may be wrong with the anti-lock brake system. See
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index.
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I Section D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
VOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.
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USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Hydraulic Brake System
Parking Brake Guides
Power Steering System
Automatic Transaxle
Key Lock Cylinders
Automatic Transaxle Shift Linkage
FLUID/LUBRICANT
API service SH or SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of the proper viscosity. The “SH) or “SG’ designation
may be shown alone or
in combination with others, such as “SH/CD,” “SH,SG,CD,”“SG/CD,” etc.\
To
determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil in the Index.
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 1 1s Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI Grade
2, Category LB or GC-LB.
GM Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 or equivalent).
DEXRONB-I11
or DEXRONB-IIE Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12345120), synthetic SAE 5W-30 engine
oil or silicone lubricant (GM Part No. 1052276 or 1052277).
Engine oil.

Passing ........................................... 132
Winter Driving
............................... 140
With a Trailer
................................ 146
Drunken Driving
.............................. 126
Electric Outside Mirror Control
..... 82
Electrical Center, Underhood
.......... 220
Electrical Equipment.
Adding
............................. 60. 111. 220
Electronic Climate Control
.............. 107
Emergencies on the Road
................. 149
Emergency Starting
.......................... 150
Emergency Towing .......................... 154
Engine Block Heater
.......................... 61
Engine Coolant
................................ 190
Checking &Adding
.............. 160, 161
Heater
...................................... 61, 186
Low Coolant Warning Light ........... 94
Proper Mixture to Use
.................. 161
Safety Warnings About
.................. 159, 160, 181, 190
Temperature Gage
........................... 93
Engine Exhaust
.................................. 69
Engine Identification
....................... 219
Engine Oil
........................................ 184
Additives
........................................ 186
1 Capacity ......................................... 227
Through Deep Standing Water
....... 60
Emergencies. Braking in
.................. 130
Emergencies. Steering in
................. 131
Checking & Adding ....................... 184
Disposing of Used Oil
................... 187
Energy Conserving
........................ 186
Filter
.............................................. 186
Pressure Gage .................................. 95
Starburst
........................................ 185
Warning Light
.................................. 94
When to Change
............................ 186
Engine Overheating ......................... 158
Engine Specifications
....................... 232
Engine Starting
.................................. 59
Ethanol in Gasoline
......................... 177
Exhaust Dangerous Gas in
............. 57. 69. 142
Parking with the Engine
Running
.................................. 68. 70
Expectant Mothers. Use
of Safety
Belts
................................................. 27
Expressway Driving
......................... 137
Extender. Safety Belt
......................... 46
Exterior Appearance (see
Appearance
Fabric Cleaning (see Appearance Care)
Fan Warnings ........................... 152. 181
Filling the Fuel Tank ........................ 179
Filter Air
.................................................. 187
Fuel
................................................ 233
Oil
.......................................... 186. 233
Care)
Finish Care ....................................... 217
Finish Damage
................................. 217
Flash-to-Pass
...................................... 79
Flashers. Hazard Warning
............... 150
Flat Tire ............................................ 165
Flooded Engine
.................................. 60
Fluid Automatic Transaxle
..................... 188
Bralte .............................................. 194
Capacities
...................................... 227
Power Steering
.............................. 192
Windshield Washer
....................... 193
Fluids
& Lubricants ................. 229. 248
Fog Lights
.................................. 80. 204
Fold-Down Storage Compartment
.... 83
Foreign Material ................................ 217
Freeway Driving
............................... 137
French Language Manual
.................... 2
Fuel ................................................... 177
Alcohol in Fuel
.............................. 177
Capacity
................................. 179. 272
Exhaust Warnings
................... 57. 142
Filling Your Tank
.......................... 179
Fuels with Alcohol
........................ 177
Gage
................................................. 93
In Foreign Countries
..................... 178
Low Fuel Warning Light
................. 98
Requirements
................................ 177
Fuses
& Circuit Breakers ................ 220
L
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Stoplight. Inside .................... 215. 216
Taillights
.......................... 77. 202. 203
Turn Signal
.................................... 146
Warning Lights
.......................... 91. 98
Loading Your Vehicle
...................... 205
Lock Finder
........................................ 56
Locks. Door
........................................ 51
Locks. Remote Control ...................... 52
Lockout Control Switch. Power
Window
............................................ 72
Long Distance Driving
.................... 138
Low Battery ........................................ 98
Low Coolant Warning Light
.............. 94
Low Oil Level Light
........................... 94
Luggage Carrier
.................................. 87
Low
Fuel Warning Light
.................... 98
M- aintenance
Replacement Parts
......................... 233
Schedule
........................................ 235
Services. Scheduled
...................... 237
When Trailer Towing
.................... 148
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
............. 97
Manual Front Seat
............................. 12
Master Cylinder. Brake
.................... 194
Methanol in Gasoline
...................... 177
Mileage Indicator (see
Odometer G
Speedometer)
Mirrors
Convex Outside
............................... 81
Inside Manual Daymight ............... 81
Manual Adjust ................................. 82
Manual Remote Control
................. 82
Power Remote Control
.................... 82
Visor Vanity ..................................... 83
Mountain Driving 139
............................
N et,
Convenience ............................ 57
New Vehicle Break-In
............... 58. 144
Night Driving
................................... 134
Octane Requirements (see
Fuel)
Odometer ........................................... 92
Oil. Engine
....................................... 184
Capacity
......................................... 227
Pressure Gage
.................................. 95
Quality
........................................... 185
Thickness
....................................... 186
Used
Oil ......................................... 187
When to Change ............................ 186
Oil Warning Light
........................ 94. 98
Outside Rearview Mirrors
................. 82
Overdrive. Automatic
........................ 65
Overheated Engine
.......................... 158
Overheated Engine Coolant Warning
Light
................................................. 94
Owner Checks
& Services ............... 244 Paint
Chemical Spotting
......................... 218
Finish Care
.................................... 217
Finish Damage
.............................. 217
Park. Shifting Into
Column Shift
................................... 67
Console Shift
................................... 68
Over Things That Burn
................... 69 .
With the Engine Running ......... 68. 70
Parking
Parking
Brake
..................................... 66
PASS-Key*II
...................................... 55
Passenger Belts (see Safety Belts)
Passing .............................................. 132
Polishing and Waxing (see
Appearance
Power Antenna ................................ 124
Power Door Locks
............................. 52
Power Mirrors
.................................... 82
Power Seat Controls
.......................... 13
Power Steering
......................... 192, 226
Power Steering Fluid
....................... 192
Power Windows
............................... 226
Power Window Lockout Control
Switch
.............................................. 72
Problems on the Road
...................... 149
Publications (see
Service Publications)
Care)
Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts During ... 27
Pulse Windshield Wipers
................... 76
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