1994 BUICK PARK AVENUE oil

Fuse Usage
Amp Description
1
2
3
4
5
1A
1B
1c
1D
1E
2A
2B
2c
2D 2E
3A 3B
3c
3D 3E
4A 4B
4c
4D
4E
10
20
10
30 BRKR - Power Window/Sunroof
25 BRKR
- Power Seats
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
SIR DERM/Crank
Signal/Cornering/Back-up Lamps
SIR
15
10
15
20
25
10
10
:ht Cluster/Telltale/Chime/HTD Seat/Day-Nig
Mirror/ MEM Seat
Not Used
Spare
Spare
Spare
Spare
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Heated Mirrors
Not Used
Mirror Illumination
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Amp Description
5A
5B
5c
5D 5E
6A
6B
6C
6D
6E
7A
7B
7c
7D
7E
8A 8B
8C
8D
8E
9A
9B
9c
9D
9E
10
10
10
25
15
20
15
10
25
15
20
10
15
30
Uplevel HVAC/Lamp Monitor/Oil Level/Low
Coolant
ABS/CCR
Transmission/Cooling Fans
Base HVAC
Not Used
Courtesy Lamps/Power Mirrors
Brake
& Hazard Lamps
Park Lamps
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used Not Used
Not Used
Not Used Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used Radio
Wipermasher
Ash Tray Cigar Lighter
Electronic Level Control
Radiohgnition
Rear Cigar Lighters
Rear Window Defog
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Capacities and Specifications
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Engine Code L (L27) 3.8L V-6 SF1
Engine Code 1 (L67) 3.8L V-6 SF1
Belt Tensions -
Automatically controlled by a Self-Tension idler
pulley. Tension adjustment should never be
necessary.
Cooling System Capacity -
Crankcase Capacity -
With air conditioning: 13 quarts/l2.5 liters
4 quarts/3.8 liters (oilchange without filter) 5 quarts/4.75 liters (oilchange with filter change)
R134a
- 2.2 lbs. (.99 kilograms)
Air Conditioning Capacity -
Fuel Tank Capacity -
18.0 gallons/68 liters
Transaxle -
Drain & Refill - 6 quarts/5.6 liters
Maintenance Item Part Numbers -
Air Filter - A 1096C
Fuel Filter - GF580
Oil Filter
- PF47
PCV Valve
- CV892C
Radiator Cap
- RC27
Spark Plug
- 41-601, GAP 0.060”
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 Buick dealer.
For additional information, see your “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” booklet.
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I IMPORTANT: I
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
11
protection I
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The
Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See
your Buick dealer for details.
Introduction
A Word About Maintenance
We at General Motors want to help you keep your
vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know
exactly how you’ll drive
it. You may drive very short
distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive
long distances all the time
in very hot, dusty weather.
You
may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you
may drive
it to work, to do errands or in many other
ways.
Because
of all the different ways people use their GM
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may even need
more frequent checks and replacements than you
will
find in the schedules in this part. So please read this part
and note how you drive.
If you have any questions on
how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your
Buick dealer,
the place many GM owners choose to
have their maintenance work done. Your dealer can be
relied upon to use proper parts and practices.
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TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules
I and 11)
Item No. ~~ ~
~ __
6. Transaxle Service
7. Spark Plug
Replacement”
X. Spark Plug
Wire Inspection*+
9. Supercharger Oil Check
(3.8L Code 1 engine only)
10. Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement*’t
11. Fuel Tank, Cap &
Lines Inspection
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or
IS 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48
Months, Whichever
MILES (000)
Occurs First
See Explanation of Scheduled
Maintenance Service
Following Schedules
I and 11
Every 30 000 mi
(SO 000 km)
tttt
See Explanation of Schedulcd
Maintenance Scrvice
Following Schedules
1 and I1
Every 30 000 mi
(SO 000 km) IIII
KILOMETERS (000) I
The services shown in this schedule up to 48 000 miles (80 000 km) should be performed after 48 000 miles at the same
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Scheduled Maintenance Services Schedule I1
I Follow Schedule I1 ONLY if none of the driving conditions specified in Schedule I apply.
TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules I and 11)
Item No.
1. Engine Oil Change*
Oil Filter Change*
2. Chassis Lubrication
3. Tire
& Wheel Inspection & Rotation
4. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection*
5. Cooling System Service*
6. Transaxle Service
7. Spark Plug Replacement*
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or
Months, Whichever
Occurs First
MILES (000)
KILOMETERS (000)
I I 12.5 I 25
Every
7 500 mi. (12 500 km) or 12 mos. PIo
At first and then every other oil change
Every
7 500 mi. ( 12 500 km) or 12 mos.
At 7 500 mi. ( 12 500 km) and then every
15 000 mi. (25 000 km) or as necessary
Every
30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 24 mos.
See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following Schedules I and I1
Every
30 000 mi. (50 000 km) 37.5
50 62.5
0 0 0
0 0
0 0 0
0 0
0
0
0
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TO BE SERVICED
(See Explanation of
Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following
Schedules
I and 11)
Item No.
8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*?
9. Supercharger Oil Check
(3.8L Code I engine only)
10. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement"
1 I. Fuel Tank. Cap & Lines Inspection**
WHEN TO PERFORM
Miles (kilometers) or
Months, Whichever
Occurs First
I MILES (000)
22.5 45 37.5 30
KILOMETERS (000)
12.5 I 25 I 37.5 I SO I 62.5 I 75 ~~
Every 30 000 mi. (SO 000 km) e
Every 30 000 mi. (50 000 km) or 36 months I
See Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
Services Following Schedules
I and I1
Every 30 000 mi. (SO 000 km) e
0
I
The services shown in this schedule up to 45 000 miles (75 000 km) should be performed after 45 000 miles at the same
intervals.
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Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance
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.
NOTE: To determine your engine’s displacement and
code, see “Engine Identification”
in the Index.
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” or
“SH,
SG, CD,” “SG/CD,” etc. To determine the
preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine (e.g., SAE
5W-30 or SAE low-30), see “Engine Oil” in
the Index.
If your vehicle has an Engine Oil Life Monitor, the
monitor will show you when to change the oil. See
“Engine Oil Life Monitor”
in the Index. 2.
Chassis Lubrication -- Lubricate
the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage. If your vehicle is
equipped
with grease fittings, lubricate the
suspension and steering 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
& Rotation” in the Index. Check the tires
for uneven wear or damage. If you see irregular or
premature wear, check the wheel alignment. Check
for damaged wheels also.
4. Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) Inspection --
Inspect the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and
proper tension. Replace as needed.
5. 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
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine
operating temperature.
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Inspect hoses and replace if they are cracked, swollen
or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose clamps.
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.
6.
Transaxle Service -- Change both the fluid and filter
every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is
mainly driven under one or more
of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches
90°F (32°C) or
higher.
0 In hilly or mountainous terrain.
0 When doing frequent trailer towing. (With some
models, you shouldn’t ever tow a trailer. See
“Towing a Trailer”
in the Index.)
0 Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change both the fluid and filter every
100,000 miles ( 160 000 km).
7. Spark Plug Replacement* -- Replace spark plugs
with the proper type. See “Specifications Chart”
in
the Index.
8. Spark Plug Wire Inspection*-f -- Inspect for burns,
cracks or other damage. Check the boot
fit at the
distributor and at the spark plugs. Replace wires as
needed.
9. Supercharger Oil Check--Check oil every 30,000
(50 000km) or 36 months. Check oil level only on
cold engine. Add the proper synthetic oil. See
“Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
10. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* -- Replace every
30,000 miles (50 000 km) or more often under dusty
conditions. Ask your dealer for the proper
replacement intervals for your driving conditions.
1 1. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection*? -- Inspect
fuel tank, cap and lines (including fuel rails and
injection assembly) for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel
cap gasket for an even filler neck imprint or any
damage. Replace parts as needed. Periodic
replacement
of the fuel filter is not required.
* An Emission Control Service.
-f The US. 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 vehicle useful life. General Motors. however. urges that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in “Section E:Maintenance Record”.
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