1995 PONTIAC GRAND-AM adding oil

3.1 L V-6 Engine Oil Dipstick
The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow. The dipstick on
the
2.3L L-4 engine is located on the rear of the engine.
The dipstick on the
3.1L V-6 engine is located on the
front of the engine behind the fan.
To Check Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or
cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again,
keeping the tip down, and check the level.
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3.1L V-6: Adding Oil When to Add Oil
If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need
to add some oil. But you must
use the right kind. This
part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase
capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the
Index.
NOTICE:
Don’t add too much 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.
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.
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How to Add Fluid Manual Transaxle Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
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.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper 1evel.It doesn’t
take much fluid, generally less than a pint (OSL).
Dun ’t overjill. We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label
is made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-III
is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
0 After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
described under “How to Check.”
dipstick back in all the way.
When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is
changed. However, the fluid in your manual transaxle
doesn’t require changing.
How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may
choose to have this done at your Pontiac dealer 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.
r NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transaxle.
Too much can mean that some of the
fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts
or exhaust system parts, starting
a fire. Be sure to
get an accurate reading if you check your
transaxle fluid.
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Hydraulic Clutch Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch
The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See
self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended
filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
It isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your clutch fluid. Adding
fluid won’t correct a leak. How to Check
A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
When to Check and What to Use
The proper fluid should be added if the level is at or
below the STEP mark on the reservoir cap. 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, see “Engine Overheating” in the
Index.
The proper coolant for your Pontiac will:
0 Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
0 Give boiling protection up to 262 OF ( 128 O C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
0 Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights work as they should.
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7 Section 9 Index
Adding
Automatic Transaxle Fluid .................... 6-20
Brake Fluid ................................. 6-28
Electrical Equipment ............ 2- 14. 15. 3- 18. 6-5 I
Engine Coolant ......................... 5- 16. 6-24
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ........................ 6-22
Manual Transaxle Fluid
....................... 6-2 1
Power Steering Fluid ......................... 6-26
Sound Equipment ............................ 3- I8
Windshield Washer Fluid
................. 2-38. 6-27
How Does It Restrain ......................... 1-21
Location ................................... 1-20
Readiness Light
........................ I - 19. 2-59
Servlcmg
................................... 1-23
What Makes It Inflate ......................... 1-2 I
What Will You See After It Inflates .............. 1-22
When Should
It Inflate ........................ 1-21
Aircleaner .................................... 6-17
Alignment and Balance. Tires
..................... 6-40
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning ...................... 6-48
Engine Oil ...................... ........ 6-12
Air Bag
How It Works ............................... 1-20
..
System ..................................... 1-19
Air Conditioning ................................ 3-2
Antenna. Fixed Mast ............................ 3-19
Antifreeze
..................................... 6-22
Adding
............................... 5.16. 6.24
Checking
................................... 6-24
Anti-Lock
..................................... 4-6
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
......... 2.61. 4.6
Anti-Lock Brakes
............................... 4-6
Appearancecare ............................... 6-43
Appearance Care and Materials
.................... 6-50
Armrest. Storage ............................... 2-49
Ashtrays. Center Console
......................... 2-51
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-5
Auto Down Window ............ ........... 2-31
Automatic Door Locks ........... ............ 2-4
Automatic Overdrive Position
..................... 2-21
Automatic Transaxle
............................ 2-17
Automatic Overdrive Position .................. 2-21
First
(1) Position .......................... 2-20. 21
Drive
(D) Position ............................ 2-20
Neutral
(N) Position .......................... 2-19
Park (P) Position
............................. 2-18
Reverse
(R) Position .......................... 2-19
Second (2) Position
........................ 2-20. 21
Shifting
.................................... 2-17
Third
(3) Position ............................ 2-21
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid ........................ 6- 18
Adding
.................................... 6-20
Checking
................................... 6-18
Battery
Low Maintenance ............................ 6-3 1
Replacement. Remote Keyless Entry
.............. 2-8
Replacement. Vehicle
......................... 6-3 1
Voltmeter ................................... 2-60
Warning Light
............................... 2-59
Warnings
.................................... 5-2
BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-3
Blizzard
...................................... 4-24
Brake
Adjustment ................................. 6-30
Fluid. Adding
............................... 6-28
Master Cylinder
............................. 6-28
Parking
.................................... 2-25
PedalTravel
................................ 6-30
System Parts. Replacing ....................... 6-30
System Warning Light
........................ 2-60
Trailer
..................................... 4-34
Transaxle Shift Interlock
.................. 2-28. 7-40
Wear
...................................... 6-29
Brakes. Anti-Lock ............................... 4-6
Brakes. Trailer
................................. 4-34
Braking
........................................ 4-5
Break-In. New Vehicle .......................... 2- 11
BTSI (Brake Transaxle Shift Interlock)
......... 2-28. 7-40
Braking. In Emergencies .......................... 4-8
Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-56
Dome Lamp ................................ 2-45
Headlamps
................................. 6-32
Taillamps
................................... 6-33
FogLamp .................................. 6-34
Canada. Vehicles First Sold In .............. 1- 12.24. 38
Canadian Roadside Assistance ...................... 8-7
Capacities and Specifications
................... 6-55. 57
Carbon Monoxide ...................... 2.29.4.25. 33
Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ 3-19
CDErrors
...................................... 3-14
Center Passenger Position
........................ 1-30
CD Player Theft Deterrent Feature ................. 3-16
Certificatiomire Label .......................... 4-28
Chains, Safety
................................. 4-34
Chains, Tire
................................... 6-42
Changing a Flat Tire
............................. 5-21
Charging System Light
.......................... 2-59
Check Gages Light
.............................. 2-68
Check Oil Light
................................ 2-66
Checking
Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-46
Checking
Automatic Transaxle Fluid ..................... 6-18
BrakeFluid
................................. 6-28
Engine Coolant .............................. 6-24
Engineoil
.................................. 6-11
Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
........................ 6-22
Manual Transaxle Fluid
....................... 6-20
BTSI ...................................... 7-40
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Damage. Finish ............................... 6-49
Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ 6-49
Daytime Running Lamps
......................... 2-43
Dead Battery
................................... 5-2
Defects. Reporting
............................... 8-4
Defensive Driving
............................... 4- 1
Defogger. Rear Window .......................... 3-4
Defogging
................................... 3-2. 3
Defrosting
.................................. 3-2. 3
Delco LOC 11'
................................. 3- 16
Dome Lamp. Bulb Change
....................... 2-45
DoorLocks
..................................... 2-3
Drive (D) Position. Automatic Transaxle
............ 2-20
DriverPosition
................................. 1-12
Driving On Grades. With a Trailer
.................. 4-36
Driving
AtNight ................................... 4-13
City
....................................... 4-17
Defensive
................................... 4-1
Drunken
.................................... 4-2
Freeway
.................................... 4-18
In a Blizzard
................................ 4-24
In Foreign Countries
........................... 6-4
In the Rain .................................. 4-14
OnCurves
................................... 4-8
On Hill and Mountain Roads
................... 4-20
On Snow and Ice
............................. 4-23
Through Deep Standing Water
.................. 2-16
Winter ..................................... 4-22
With a Trailer
............................... 4-34
Drunken Driving
................................ 4-2
Easy-Entry Seat ................................ 1-6
Electrical Equipment. Adding ........ 2-14. 15. 3- 18. 6-51
Engine Coolant ................................. 6-22
Adding ............................... 5-1 6. 6-24
Heater ................................ 2-16. 6-16
Temperature Gage
............................ 2-63
Temperature Warning Light
.................... 2-62
Checking ................................... 6-24
Engine
Exhaust .................................... 2-29
Identification ................................ 6-51
Overheating
................................. 5-12
Running It While You're Parked
................ 2-30
Specifications
............................... 6-57
Starting .................................... 2-13
2.3 Liter
..................................... 6-9
3.1 Liter
.................................... 6-10
Engineoil ..................................... 6-11
Adding
.................................... 6-12
Additives
................................... 6-15
Checking
................................... 6-11
What Kind to Use ............................ 6-14
What to Do with Used Oil ..................... 6-16
Ethanol (In Fuel)
................................ 6-3
Extender, Safety Belt
............................ 1-46
Whentochange ............................. 6-16
Expectant Mothers. Use of Safety Belts
............. 1-23
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Hydraulic Clutch Fluid
Adding .................................... 6-22
Checking
................................... 6-22
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-16
If You’re Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ......... 5-29
Ignition Key Positions
........................... 2-1 1
Ignition Switch ................................. 2- 11
Illuminated Entry System .......................... 2-6
Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror
................. 2-46
Inspections
Brakesystem ............................... 7-42
Exhaustsystems
............................. 7-42
Restraint Systems
............................ 7-41
Steering. Suspension and Front-Wheel-Drive
Axle Boot and Seal ......................... 7-41
-Throttle Linkage
............................. 7-42
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-52
Instrument Panel Cluster
Optional
................................... 2-55
Standard
................................... 2-54
Instrument Panel Intensity Control
. ......... 2-43
Instrument Panel. Cleaning
....... ........... 6-46
.................................... J ack. Tire 5-21
Jump Starting ................................... 5-2
Key Lock Cylinders ............................ 7-39
Key Release Button
............................. 2- 12
Key Reminder Warning .......................... 2-12
Keys
.......................................... 2-1
Lamp Controls ................................ 2-34
Lamp. Malfunction Indicator ...................... 2-64
Lamp. Trunk
................................... 2-45
Lamps. Daytime Running
........................ 2-43
Lamps. Fog
................................... 2-43
Lamps On Reminder
............................ 2-35
Lane Change Indicator
........................... 2-33
Larger Children. Safety Belt Use
................... 1-43
Latches. Front Seatback
........................... 1-5
Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
....... 2-27
Lights
Air Bag Readiness ...................... 1 - 19. 2-59
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
........... 2-61. 4-6
Battery Warning
............................. 2-59
Brake System Warning
........................ 2-60
Charging System
............................. 2-59
CheckGages
................................ 2-68
CheckOil
.................................. 2-66
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning
............ 2-62
LowCoolant
................................ 2-63
Manual Transaxle Shift
................... 2.23. 2-60
Oilwarning
................................. 2-65
Safety Belt Warning
...................... 1-7. 2-58
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-64
Lighter ....................................... 2-51
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-28
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