oil filter Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme 1996 Owner's Manuals

Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anytkng to your oil. Your Oldsmobile retailer is
ready ‘to advise if you
think something should be added.
When to Change Engine Oil
See if any one of these is true for you:
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Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
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The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to
break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your
vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter
every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever
occurs first. If
none of them is true, change the oil and filter every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever
occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed
engine under highway conditions causes engine oil
to
break down slower.
What to Do with Used Oil
Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
e€ements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin
for very long. Clean your ’skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw
away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See
the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal
of oil products.)
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to
drain all free-flowing oil
from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil
by putting
it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into
sewers,
or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle
it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If
you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil,
ask your retailer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.
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Operating the.engine wi4.h the air cleaner oi’fcan
cause you or .others to be burned. The
air cleaner
not only cleans the
air, it stops flame if the engine
backfires. Hit isn’t there, and the engine
backfires, you could
be burned. Don’t drive with
it off, and be careful working on the engine with
the
air cleaner off.
NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfii can cause a
damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get
into
your engine, which will damage it. Always
have the
air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
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Automatk Transaxle’ Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automaticdransaxle fiui,d
level is when the engine
oil is changed.
Change both the fluid and. filter ,every
30,000 miles
(83 000 km) if the, vehicle is mainly ‘driven under one or
more of these conditions:
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In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches
90 OF (32 O C) or higher;.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in :taxi, polide or delivery service. ,.,
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, the fluid and filter
.. do not require changing.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement .... 7 quarts (6.7 L)
After Complete Overhaul ....... 10 quarts (9.5 L)
When draining transaxle convertel; more and/or less
converter fluid may be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.1L (Code M) ............ 11.6 quarts (10.93 L)
3.4L (Code X) ............. 12.3 quarts (11.65 L)
Refrigerant (R- I34a),
Air Conditioning*
............. 2.0 pounds (0.91 kg)
Engine Specifications
Type .................................
Displacement ..........................
Compression Ratio .....................
Firingorder ..........................
Thermostat Temperature .................
Valve Arrangement .....................
Horsepower ...........................
Engine Crankcase -- Oil and Filter Change
3.1L L82 (Code M) ........... 4.5 quarts (4.2 L)
3.4L LQ1
(Code X) ........... 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)
Fuel Tank ................. 17.1 gallons (64.7 L)
*See “Air Conditioning Refrigerants” later in this section.
3.1L (Code M)
V6
191 CID (3.1L)
9.6: 1
1-2-3-4-5-6
195°F (91°C)
In-Head
160 @ 5200
3.4L (Code X)
V6
207
CID (3.4L)
9.25: 1
1-2-3-4-5-6
195°F (91 “C)
In-Head
215 @ 5200
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Vehicle Dimensions Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Wheelbase ............. 107.5” (2730 inm)
Tread Width
Front
................. 59.5”(1512 mm)
Rear .................. 58.0” (1472 mm)
Overall Length Coupe
............... 193.9” (4926 mm)
Sedan ................ 193.7” (492 1 mm)
Overall Width ............ 7 1 .O” ( 1804 mm)
Overall Height
Coupe
................ 53.3” (1 353 mm)
Sedan.. ............... 54.8”(1391 mm)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
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’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer.
Air Cleaner Filter
Battery
All Engines ......................... A1208C
3.1L (Code
M) ...................... 525 CCA
3.4L (Code
X) ...................... 690 CCA
Engine Oil Filter
3.1L (Code M) ........................ PF47
3.4L(CodeX)
......................... PF51
3.1L (Code
M) ..................... CV892C
3.4L (Code X)
.......... : ........... CV895C
All Engines
........................... RC27
3.1L (Code
M) ............... AC. Type 41-940
Gap:
0.060” (1.52 mm)
3.4L (Code X) ................ AC Type 41-919
Gap: 0.045” (1.14
mm)
Length ........................ 20” (510 mm)
Type
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PCV Valve
Radiator Cap
Spark Plugs
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
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.Maintenance Schedule
I Short Trip/City Definition I
Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
If the vehicle is used for delivery .service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule ifyou
operate your vehicle under any
of these conditions is that
these conditions cause engine oil to break down soonez
Short TriplCity Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first).
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) -- Then Every
12,000 Miles
(20 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if 'driving in dusty conditions.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every '50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) -- Then Every
15,000 Miles
(25 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt
Inspection (3.4L Code
X engine only);
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark.Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete rnainten.ance schedule on
the following pages.
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Maintenance Schedule
1 Long Trip/Highway Definition
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the
conditions
from the Short TripKity Maintenance
Schedule is
true.
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions causes engine oil to break
down slowez
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication
(or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first).
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) -- Then ,Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
SerVice (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) -- Then Every
15,000
Miles (25 000 km): Camshaft Timing Belt
Inspection
(3.4L Code X engine only).
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to
follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Sewice.
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE
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I I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first). I
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
17 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter
if
necessary. An Emission Control Service.
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I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I
18,000 Miles (30 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE
21,000 Miles (35 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE
SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
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24,000 Miles (40 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever oc,curs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
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DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
27,000 Miles (45 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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