recommended oil OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1995 Owners Manual

Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs
service, have
it done before starting out. Of course,
you’ll find experienced and able service experts in
Oldsmobile retail facilities all across North America.
They’ll be ready and willing
to help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
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Windshield WLzslzer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are
all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine OiL, Other Fluids: Have you checked
all levels?
Lcmys: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean?
Tires: They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip.
Is the tread good enough for
long-distance driving? Are
the tires all inflated to the
recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts: What’s the weather outlook
along your route? Should
you delay your trip a short
time to avoid a major storm system‘?
Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps‘?
Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis?’
Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it
highway hypnosis, lack
of awareness, or whatever.
There
is something about an easy stretch of road with the
same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road,
the drone of the engine, and the rush
of the wind against
the vehicle that can make you sleepy. Don’t
let it happen
to you! If
it does, your vehicle can leave the road in less
than u second, and you could crash and be injured.
What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be
aware that it can happen.
Then here are some tips:
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comfortably cool interior.
Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead and
to
the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments
frequently.
If you get sleepy, pull
off the road into a rest, service,
or parking area and take
a nap, get some exercise, or
both. For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as
an emergency.
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If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has
the “Starburst” symbol
on the front of the oil container.
If you have your oil changed for you, be sure the oil put
into your engine
is American Petroleum Institute
certified
for gasoline engines.
You should
also use the proper viscosity oil for your
vehicle, as shown
in the following charts:
3.1L V6 Engine
As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your
vehicle. However, you can
use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going
to be
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container show its viscosity,
or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity oils, such
as SAE 20W-50.
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS
FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COUl STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST
SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
HOT
WEATHER
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+ioo- t38 -
+80- +27 -
+60- t 16 -
+ao--+4
+20---7 ~
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COLD
WEATHER
SAE 1OW-30
-30 RED
IF NEITHER SAL 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES
ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C).
ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40. SAE 2OW-50 OR
3.1L V6: Oil Viscosity Chart
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FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARIING, SELECT THE LOWEST
SAE VISCOSITY GRADE
OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
HOT
WEATHER - OF "C
100- - t38
+80- - +27
+60- - +16
+40- - +4
+20- --7
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COLD
WEATHER
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IF NEITHER SAE SW-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F (4 DEGREES C)
DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER
GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED
3800 V6: Oil Viscosity Chart
3800 V6 Engine
As shown in the chart, SAE 1OW-30 is best for your
vehicle. However, you can use
SAE 5W-30 if it's going
to be colder than
60 OF ( 16 O C) before your next oil
change. When it's very cold, you should use SAE
5W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its
viscosity,
or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils,
such
as SAE 20W-50.
NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum
Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines
"Starburst" symbol. Failure to use the proper oil
can result in engine damage not covered by your
warranty.
GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil)
meets all the requirements for your vehicle.
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Capacities and Specifications
Engine Crankcase (All Models) ...........................
Oil change with filter change. Use your dipstick to measure.
Automatic Transaxle
When draining or replacing torque convertec more fluid may be needed.
3-Speed
Pan Removal and Replacement ..............................
After Complete Overhaul ...................................
Pan Removal and Replacement ..............................
4-Speed
. . 4-1/2 to 5 marts 3.75 L
4 quarts
7 quarts
6 quarts
8 quarts
12 11’2 quarts 3.80
L
6.60 L
5.70 L
7.60 L
12.00 L
After Complete Overhaul ...................................
Cooling System
3.1L
V6 Engine
3800
V6 Engine
With Air Conditioning .....................................
With Air Conditioning ..................................... 11 1/2 quarts 10.75 L
With Rear Climate Control .................................. 13 quarts 12.25 L
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
FrontA/Conly
............................................. 2 1/4 pounds 1.02 kg
Front and Rear A/C .......................................... 3 pounds 1.36 kg
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning s-ystem in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the
proper
refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer: For additional information, see your “Warranty and
Owner Assistance Information
” booklet.
Refrigerant (R134a), Air Conditioning
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1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
IMPORTANT.
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
This section covers the maintenance required for your
Oldsmobile.
Your vehicle needs these services to retain its
safety, dependability and emission control performance.
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Introduction
Your Vehicle and the Environment
Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle
in good working condition, but also helps the
environment. All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance
or the
removal
of important components can significantly
affect
the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or even the wrong tire inflation can increase the
level of emissions from your vehicle.
To help protect our
environment, and to help keep your vehicle in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
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I Maintenance Schedule I I
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
The services shown in ms. schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I
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I Maintenance Schedule I1
7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
7 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not
nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion
of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services
be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
I7 Lubricate the suspension and steering
linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
points and linkage (or every
12 months,
whichever occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
I DATE I ACTUALMILEAGE ISERVICED BYI
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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 your
GM retailer.
I USAGE
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Coolant
FLUIDLUBRICANT
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 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.
GM Part No. 3634621 or
equivalent.
I USAGE
Hydraulic Brake
System
I Parking Brake
Guides
Power Steering
System
Automatic Transaxle
Key Lock
Cylinders
Automatic
Transaxle Shift
Linkage
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Delco Supreme 11 @ 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
GM Hydraulic Power Steering
Fluid (GM Part
No. 1052884 or
equivalent).
DEXRON@-I11 Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Lubricate with Multi-Purpose
Lubricant (GM
Part
No. 12345 120) or synthetic
SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Engine oil. GC-LB.
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USAGE
Chassis
Lubrication
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Hood Latch
Assembly
a. Pivots and Spring
Anchor
b. Release Pawl
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements
of
NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part
No. 1051515 or
equivalent). GC-LB.
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, Rear
Folding Seat,
Fuel Door
Hinge, Rear
Compartment
Liil Hinges
Sliding Door
Track
Weatherstrip
Conditioning
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Engine oil or Lubriplate Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 1050109).
Lubriplate Lubricant aerosol (GM
Part No. 1052349) or equivalent
white grease.
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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Lighter ....................................... 2-65
Locks Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-29
Automatic Door
.............................. 2-5
Door ....................................... 2-3
Liftgate
.................................... 2-19
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-4
Locking Storage Bin
............................ 2-67
Loss
of Control ................................ 4-14
Low Fuel Warning Light
......................... 2-85
Low Traction Light
......................... 2.80. 4.9
Lubrication. Body
.............................. 7-37
Luggagecarrier
................................ 2-60
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-42
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7- 1
Owner Checks and Services
.................... 7-36
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
............... 7-39
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............ 7-40
Schedule1
................................... 7-6
Schedule
I Definition .......................... 7-4
Schedule11
................................. 7-26
Schedule
I1 Definition .......................... 7-5
Scheduled Maintenance Services
................. 7-3
Maintenance. Underbody
......................... 6-48
Maintenance. When Trailer Towing
................. 4-38
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)
..................... 2-81
Manual Front Passenger Seat
....................... 1-2
Manual Windows
............................... 2-38
Methanol
(In Fuel) ............................... 6-3 Mirrors
....................................... 2-58
Convex Outside
............................. 2-58
Inside Daymight Rearview
.................... 2-58
Power Remote Control ........................ 2-59
Visorvanity
................................ 2-65
MTBE
(In Fuel) ................................. 6-3
Net. Convenience .............................. 2-59
Neutral
(N) Position ............................. 2-30
New Vehicle “Break-In”
......................... 2-22
Night Vision
................................... 4-16
odometer
.................................... 2-74
Odometer. Tamper Resistant
...................... 2-74
Off-Road Recovery
............................. 4-12
Oil Engine
..................................... 6-11
Pressure Gage (3800
V6 Engine) ................ 2-83
Pressure Indicator
(3.1L V6 Engine) ............. 2-82
Owner Publications
............................ 8-7
Service Bulletins
.............................. 8-7
Service Manuals
.............................. 8-7
Overdrive Position
.............................. 2-30
Overhead Console
.............................. 2-51
Garage Door Opener compartment .............. 2-51
Ordering
Reading Lamps
.............................. 2-51
Storage Compartment
......................... 2-54
Sunglasses Storage Compartment
................ 2-54
Temperature and Compass Display
.............. 2-53
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