1993 PONTIAC GRAND-PRIX engine oil

3.1 L V6: Adding Engine Oil
Twin
Dual Cam 3.4L V6: Adding Engine
Don’t add too much oil. If y
Just fill it enough to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating
range. Push the dipstick all the way
back in when you’re through.
What Kind of Oil to Use
Look for Three Things:
SG
“SG” must be on the oil container,
either by itself
or combined with other
quality designations, such
as
“SG/CC,” “SG/CD,” “SF, SG, CC,”
etc. These letters show American
Petroleum Institute (API) levels of
quality.
u use oils that don’t
have th
” designation, you can caus
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For best fuel economy and cold startin
select the lowest
SAE viscosity grade oil
for the expected temperature range.
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Wbat Kind of Oil to Use (CONT.)
SAE 5W-30
As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE
5W-30 is best for your vehicle.
However, you can use
SAE 1OW-30 if
it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
These numbers on an
oil container
show its viscosity, or thickness.
Do not use other viscosity oils such as
SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50.
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IF NEITHER SAE 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).
DO NOT USE SAE 1OW-40, SAE 2OW-50 OR
RADE,OIL NOT RECOMMEN
Energy Conserving I1
Oils with these words on the
container will help you save fuel.
This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is
used
on most oil containers to help you
select the correct
oil.
You should look for this on the oil
container, and use
only those oils that
display the logo.
GM Goodwrench@ Oil (in Canada, GM
Engine Oil) meets all the requirements
for your vehicle.
Engine Oil Additives
Don’t add anything to your oil. Your
Pontiac dealer is ready to advise if you
think something should be added.
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When to Change Engine Oil
See if any one of these is true for you:
Most trips are less than 4 miles
(6 la).
It’s below freezing outside and most
trips are less than 10 miles (16
km).
The engine is at low speed most of the
time (as in door-to-door delivery, or in
stop-and-go traffic).
You tow a trailer often.
Most trips are through dusty places.
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 comes first.
See the
Index under Oil Change
Indicator.
If none of them is true, change the oil
every
7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12
months-whichever comes first. Change the filter at the first oil change
and at every other oil change after that.
If you have the STE, you have an oil
change indicator in the Driver
Information Center. See the
Index
under Driver Information Center.
Engine Block Heater
An engine block heater can be a big
help if you have to park outside in very
cold weather,
0°F (-18°C) or colder. If
your vehicle has this option, see the
Index under Engine Block Heater.
What to Do with Used Oil
CAUTION
* Used engine oil contains
L things that have caused skin
callcer in laboratory animals. 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.
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 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
dealer, a service station
or a local
recycling center for help.
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2. Remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter
and replace the cover tightly.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change:
A good time to check your automatic
transaxle fluid level
is when the engine
oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance
Schedule to determine when to change
your fluid. See the
Index under
Scheduled Maintenance Services.
How to Check:
Because this operation can be a little
difficult, you may choose to have this
done at a Pontiac dealership Service
Department.
If you do
it yourself, be sure to follow
all the instructions here, or you could
get a false reading on the dipstick.
NOTICE I
00 much or too little fluid
mage your transaxle.
Too
n mean that some of the flu
Id come out and fall on
ho
ine parts, starting a fi
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Manual Pransaxle Fluid
When to Check:
A good time to have it checked is when
the engine oil is changed. However, the
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 Pontiac dealership service
department.
If you do it yourself, be
sure
to follow all the instructions here,
or YQU could get a false reading on the
dipstick.
’. 22%
00 little fluid can
amage your transaxle.
Too much
an mean that some of the fluid
ould come out and fall on hot
ngine parts, starting a fire. Be
ure to get
an accurate reading if
ou check your transaxle fluid. The manual
transaxle dipstick is located
on the driver’s
side near the rear of the
transaxle case.
Check the fluid level
only when your
engine is
off, the vehicle is parked on a
level place and the transaxle is cool
enough for
you to rest your fingers on
the transaxle case.
Then, Follow These Steps:
1. Flip the handle up and then pull out
the dipstick and clean it with
a rag or
paper towel.
remove it.
2. Push it back in all the way and
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Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (CONTJ
How to Check
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.
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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 Overheuling.
The proper coolant for your Pontia’c
will:
Give freezing protection do;wn 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 dean water
(preferably distilled) and one-half
antifreeze that meets
“GM Specification
1825-M,” which won’t darnage
-34°F (-3 7 “C) .
(12S°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.
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 Droner antifreeze.
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Capacities & Specifications
Engine Crankcase
3.1L V6 ........................................................................\
.................... 4 quarts
Twin Dual Cam (DOHC)
3.4L V6 ................................................. 5 quarts
When changing filter, up to 1 quart (2L) more oil may be needed.
When draininglreplacing converter, more fluid may be needed.
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement .................................................... 4 quarts
After Complete Overhaul
............................................................. 7 quarts
Automatic Transaxle with Overdrive
When drainingheplacing converter, more fluid may be needed.
Pan Removal and Replacement .................................................... 6 quarts
After Complete Overhaul
............................................................. 8 quarts
(or more, as needed for converter and auxiliary coolers)
Manual Transaxle, 5-Speed
Complete Drain and Refill .............................................................. 2.25 quarts
3.8 L
4.8 L
3.8 L
6.6 L
5.8 L
7.5 L
2.1 L
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Fluids & Lubricants
ITEM
Antifreeze Coolant. ..................................
Chassis Lubricant ....................................
Delco Supreme 11@ Brake Fluid .............
DEXRONm-IIE Automatic ......................
Synchromesh Transmission Fluid ...........
(Ethylene Glycol Base)
(Grease Gun Insert)
Transmission Fluid
GM Hydraulic Fluid
................................
Engine Oil ................................................
GM Engine Oil Supplement ....................
(E.O.S.)
APPLICATION GM PART NUMBER
Year-round antifreeze for ........................... 1052753
General chassis lube, etc. .......................... 1052497
coolant mixtures
SIZE
1 gal. (3.8 L)
14 oz. (397 g)
Brake System and
Clutch Master Cylinder
........................... 1052535 16 oz. (0.5 L)
12345880 1 gal. (3.8 L)
Manual Transaxle ....................................... 12345349 32 oz. (1.0 L)
Engine lubrication
...................................... See the Index under Engine Oil.
See your dealer for advice .......................... 1052367 16 02. (0.5 L)
Automatic Transaxle .................................. 12345881 32 oz. (1.0 L)
Clutch Master Cylinder
.............................. 12345347 16 oz. (0.5 L)
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