X-Valve Engine
When to Add Oil:
If the oil is at or below the ADD mark,
you’ll need
to add some oil. But you must
use
the right kind. This section explains
what kind
of oil to use. For crankcase
capacity, see “Capacities and
Specifications”
in the Index.
NOTICE:
Donl add too tnuch oil. If your
engine has
so much oil that the oil
level gets above the upper mark that
shows the proper operating range,
your engine
could be damaged.
IO-Valve Engine
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
Beginning midyear 1993, oils of the
proper quality for your vehicle will be
identified with this new “starburst”
symbol. The “starburst” symbol indicates
that the
oil has been certified by the
American Petroleum Institute (API), and
is preferred for use in your gasoline
engine.
You should look for this on the front of
the oil container, and use o& oils that
display this new symbol.
You should also use the proper viscosity
oil for your vehicle, as shown in the
following chart:
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Service Station Information
See Page 163
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Cooling System Reservoir Hood Release
Check and add coolant gdy at the coolant See Page 159
recovery tank. The fluid should be at the
“FULL” mark when the engine is warm.
If the engine is cool, the level should be
at the “LOW” mark or
a little higher.
See Page 170 Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir
See Page 174 Engine Oil Dipstick
See Page 162
Battery
Engine Oil Fill Cap
The Delco Freedom“ battery needs
no water. See Page 176
See Tire-Loading Information label on the
inside of the rear edge
of the driver’s door.
See Page 181
Spare Tire Pressure Fuel Cap
See Tire-Loading Information label on the Capacity I1 U.S. Gal. (42 L).
inside of the rear edge of the driver‘s door. LJse unleaded gas only, 87 octane or
See Page 181 higher.
See Page 156
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