1995 PONTIAC PONTIAC air filter

Air Cleaner
To check or replace the air filter, remove the four screws
and pull
off the cover. Full out the filter.
Be sure
to install the air filter and
install the cover tightly when
you are finished.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to
replace the air filter.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement ....... 4 quarts (3.8 L)
After Complete Overhaul
............ 7 quarts (6.7 L)
When drainingheplacing converter or auxiliary cooleq
more fluid may be needed.
Automatic Tkansaxle with Overdrive
Pan Removal and Replacement ....... 7 quarts (6.7 L)
After Complete Overhaul
........... 10 quarts (9.5 L)
When drainingheplacing converter or auxiliary cooler,
more fluid may be needed.
Engine Specifications
Displacement ...................................
Compression Ratio ...............................
Thermostat Temperature ..........................
Type ..........................................
Firingorder ....................................
ValveArrangement ..............................
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.1L (Code M) ................ 11.6 quarts (10.93 L)
3.4L (Code
X) ................. 12.3 quarts (1 1.65 L)
............................ 2.0 pounds (0.91 kg)
3.1L (Code M) ................... 4 quarts (3.8 L)*
3.4L (Code
X) .................... 5 quarts (4.7 L)*
*Add 1/2 quurt (0.5 L) more when filter is changed.
Fuel Tank ..................... 16.5 gallons (62.0 L)
*See "Air Conditioning Refrigerants '' later in this section.
Refrigerant (R-l34a), Air Conditioning"
Engine Crankcase
3.1L (Code
M)
V6
191 CID (3.1L) 9.5:
1
1-2-3-4-5-6
195°F (91 "C)
In-Head
3.4L (Code X)
V6
207 CID (3.4L) 9.25:
1
1-2-3-4-5-6
195°F (91°C)
In-Head
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter
Battery
All Engines ............................. A1208C
3.1L (Code
M) ......................... 525 CCA
3.4L (Code
M) ......................... 690 CCA
3.1L (Code
M) ............................. PF47
3.4L (Code
X) .............................. PF5 1
3.1L (Code M)
.......................... CV892C
3.4L (Code
X) ........................... CV895C
All Engines
............................... RC27
3.1L (Code
M) ....................... oR44LTSM6
3.4L
(Code X) ......................... oR42LTSM
Engine Oil Filter
PCV
Valve
Radiator Cap
Spark Plugs
Gap: 0.060” (1 52 mm)
Gap: 0.045” (1.14 mm) I
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 Pontiac dealer. For additional
information, see your “Warranty and Owner1 Assistance
Information” booklet.
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Maintenance Schedule
Schedule I Definition
Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is
true for your vehicle:
0 Most trips are 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).
0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 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.
=Schedule
I Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Months,
Whichever
Occurs First
Every
6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or 6 months,
Whichever
Occurs First
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every 12,000
Miles (25
000 km)
Tire Rotation
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
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)
Cooling System Service (or every 24 months,
whichever occurs first)
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Chassis Lubrication
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only)
Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection (3.4L Code
X engine only)
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Maintenance Schedule
1
Follow Schedule IT only if none of the conditions from
Schedule
I is true.
Schedule I1 Intervals
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
whichever occurs first)
occurs first)
Engine
Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months,
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
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 occurs 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
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 knl)
Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only)
At 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Camshaft Timing Belt Inspection (3.4L Code X
engine only)
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I ,Maintenance Schedule I I
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,008 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
The U.S. 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. We, however, urge that
all recommended maintenance services be performed at
the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
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
12,000 Miles (20 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
[7 Lubricate the shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
6 months, whichever
occurs first).
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or even
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter
if
necessary. An Emission Control Service.
I I i
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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Maintenance Schedule I
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate the shift linkage, parking brake
cable guides, underbody contact points and
linkage (or every
6 months, whichever
occurs first).
17 Inspect engine accessory drive belt (or
every
24 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every
24 months, whichever occurs first).
See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for
what
to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure
test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission
0 Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
Control Service.
Control Sewice.
3-
more often under dusty conditions.
An Emission Control Sewice.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Emission Control Service. 3-
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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