1993 CHEVROLET LUMINA Owners Manual

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Park your vehicle on a level place.
Place thashift,lever in P (Park) with
With youi foot on the brake pedal,
the
parki_ng'bralce applied.
move the
shift lever through each gear
range,, paysling for about 3 seconds in
each range. Then, position the
shift
lever in P (Park).
Let the engine run at idle for three to
five minutes.
3.1 L V6: Checki,ng..Automattc Transaxle
Fluid
Twin Dual Cam
3.4L V6: Checking
Automatic Transaxle Fluid

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2.2L L4: Adding Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (CONT.)
How to Add Transaxle Fluid:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine what kind of transaxle fluid
to use. See the
Index under Fluids G
Lubricants. If the fluid level is low, add
only enough of the proper fluid
to bring
the level into the cross-hatched area on
the dipstick.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less
than a pint
(0.5 L). Don’t overfill.
3.1 L V6: Adding Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Twin Dual Cam
3.4L V6 Adding
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-IIE, because fluids
with that label are made especially for
your automatic
transaxle. Damage
caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-IIE
is not covered by your new vehicle
warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid
level
as described under How to Check.
When the correct fluid level is obtained’
push the dipstick back in
all the way.

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When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when
the engine
ail. is changed. However, tbe
fluid in your manual transaxle does not
require changing.
How to Check
Because-this operation can be a little
difficult, you
may choose to have this
done
at a Chmo-let 'dealership service
department.
If you do it yourself, be
sure to
follow d the instructions here,
or you could get a false reading on the
dipstick. The
manual transaxle dipstick
is located
on the driver's side .near the rear;of'the
transaxlr:
Check the fluid level only when your
engjnti isoff, the V&i& is parked on a
level place md the trmsde
is cool
enough for you to rest your fingers on
the
.t-ransde case.
Then, Follow These Steps:
1. Flip the handle up and then pull out
the dipstick &d clean it with a rag or
paper towel.
2. Push it back in all the way and
remove it.
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Manual Transaxle Fluid (CONT.)
3. Check both sides of the dipstick and
read the lower level. The fluid level
must be between the
ADD and
FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may
appear at the bottom of the dipstick
even when the fluid level is several
pints low.)
4. If the fluid is where it should be, push
the dipstick back in all the way.
m
How to Add Fluid:
Here's how to add fluid. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind
of fluid to use. See the Index
under Fluids G Lubricants.
1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the
handle up and then pulling the
dipstick out.
Add only enough fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the
FULL mark on
the dipstick.
3. Push the dipstick back in all the way;
then flip the handle down to lock the
dipstick in place.
2. Add fluid at the dipstick hole.
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch in your vehicle is
self-adjusting.
When to Check and What to Use:
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to
determine how often you should check
the fluid level in your clutch master
cylinder reservoir and what to add. See
the
Index under Owner Checks G
Services and Fluids G Lubricants.

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The proper fluid should be added if the
level does not reach the bottom of the
diaphragm when it’s
in place in the
reservoir. See the instructions on the
reservoir cap.
Engine Coolant
The following explains your cooling
system and how to add coolant when it
is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating or
if you need to add
coolant to your radiator, see the
Index
under Engine Overheating.
The proper coolant for you1 ~ ~ ~ _et
will:
Give freezing protection c, .m to
Give boiling protection up to 262°F
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine
Let the warning lights work as they
What to Use:
Use a mixture of one-half clean water
(preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets
“GM Specification
1825-M,” which won’t damage ,
-34°F (-37°C).
(128°C).
temperature. should. aluminum
parts. You can
also use a
recycled coolant conforming to
GM
Specification 1825-M with a complete
coolant flush and refill. If you use this
mixture, you don’t need to add anything
else.
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Adding only plain water to
your cooling system can be
dangerous. Plain water, or some
other liquid like alcohol, can boil
before the proper coolant mix will.
Your vehicle’s coolant warning
system is set for the proper coolant
mix. With plain water or the wrong
mix, your engine could get too hot
but you wouldn’t get the overheat
warning. Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be
burned. Use a
50/50 mix of clean
water and a proper antifreeze.

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Engine Coolant (CONT.)
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Adding Coolant
To Check Coolant:
When your engine is cold, the coolant
level should be between the
COLD and
HOT marks or a little higher. When
your engine is
warm, the level should be
up to HOT, or a little higher.
2.2L L4: Checking Coolant
3.1 L & 3.4L V6: Checking Coolant

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low on engine coolant.
To Add Coolant:
If you need more coolant, add the
proper mix
at the coolant recovery
tank.
Turning the radiator pressure
b cap when the engine and
radiator are hot can allow steam
and scalding liquids to blow out
and burn you badly. With the
coolant recovery tank, you
will
almost never have to add coolant at
the radiator. Never turn the
radiator pressure cap-even a
little-when the engine and radiator
are hot.
Add coolant mix at the recovery tank,
but be careful not to spill it.
You can be burned if you
spill coolant on hot engine
parts. Coolant contains ethylene
glycol, and it will burn
if the engine
parts are hot enough. Don’t spill
I coolant on a hot engine. I

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Radiator Pressure Cap
214
Your radiator cap is a 15 psi
(105 Wa) pressure-type cap and
must be tightly installed to prevent
coolant loss and possible engine
damage
from overheating. Be su
the arrows on the cap line up wi
the overflow tube on the radiato
filler neck.
When you replace your radiator
pressure 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.
Power Steering Fluid
How To Check Power Steering 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,
When the engine compartment is cool,
the
level should be at the
H mark.
the level should be at the
C mark.