1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme oil change

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3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.4L LQl (Code X) 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
Oils of the proper quality for your vehicle can be
identified by
looking for the “Starburst” ‘symbol. The ,
“Starburst”’symbo1 indicates that the oil has been
certified by the American Petroleum Institute
(API), and
is preferred for use in your gas.oline engine.
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 &@ proper viscosity oil for your
vehicle, its sh~wn in the fdowing chart: ’ 3.

NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a
damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily ,get
into your engine, which will damage it. Always
have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
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 “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ in the
Index.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at your Oldsmobile retailer
Service Department.
If yon do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here,
or you could get a false reading on the
dipstick.

1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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IMPORTANT:
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
LEVEL AND CHANGE AS
RECOMMENDED
This section covers the $ naintenml ce required for yoiir
Oldsmobile. Your vehicle,needs these services to retain its
safety, dependability .and emission control performar ,
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 ingood
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
Have you purchased the GM Protection -Plan? The Plan
supplements
your new vehicle warranties. See your
Oldsmobile retailer for details.
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Maintenance Schedule
Schedule I Definition
Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is
true for your vehicle:
' Most tripsare less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This 'is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
0 'Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Most trips are through dusty areas.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
Schedule
I should also be followed if the vehicle is used
for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial

application. your vehicle.
I Schedule I Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 b) or 3 Months,
'Whichever Occurs First
Every
6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or 6 months,
Whichever Occurs First
Chassis Lubrication
At-6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every
12,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km).
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km),
Engine Oil and Filter Change
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Tire Rotation
Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditic
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Spark Plug Replacement
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every 24 months, whichever occurs
first)
ms
Cooling System Service (or every
24 months, whichever
occurs first)
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) - Then Every.
15,600 Miles (25 000 km)
Autdmatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only)
Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection (3.4L Code
X engine only)
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Maintenance Schedule
Schedule II~Definition
Follow Schedule II only if none of the conditions from
Schedule
I is true.
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1:; S.chedule 11. Intervals (1, a 1 k I ,
Every 7,500 Miles,(l2 500 km)
Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months,
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
whichever occurs
first)
occurs first)
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Tire Rotation
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every
24 months, whichever bccurs first)
Cooling System Service (or every
24 months,
whichever occurs first)
Spark Plug Replacement
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection
Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only)
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) - Then Every 15,000
Miles (25 000 km)
Camshaft Timing Bel& Inspection (3.4L Code X
engine only)
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I Maintenance Schedule I I
6,000 Miles. (10 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
6 months, whichever
occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
. -Lubricate the shift linkage, parking brake
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE ISERVICED BYJ
9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
0 Change engine oil ,and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE

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I Maintenance Schedule I I
12,OOO.,Miles (20 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
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Lubrichte the shift linkage, parking brake
d cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
6 months, whichever
occurs first).
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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15,000 Miles. (25 000 km)
Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
CI Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary. An Emission Control Service.
DATE
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ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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I Maintenance Schedule 1’ I
18,000 Miles (30’000, km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs “first).
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate the shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
6 months, whichever
occurs first).
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
, DATE SERVICED
BE
ACTUAL MILEAGE
21,000 Miles (35 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
. SERVICEDBY:
ACTUALMILEAGE
DATE ,
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