1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO fuel cap

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properly. Then just pull
the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Oil
LOW
OIL
If the LOW OIL light on the
instrument panel comes on,
it means
you need to check
your engine oil level right
away. For more
information, see “Low Oil
Level Light”
in the Index.
You should check your
engine oil level regularly;
this is an added reminder.
It’s a good idea to check your engine
oil after you get
fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be
hot and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3.1 L L82 (Code M) Engine
The engine
oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near
the front
of the engine.
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Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal and Replacement ..................................... 7 quarts (6.7 L)
After Complete Overhaul
......................................... 10 quarts (9.5 L)
When drainingheplacing converte< more fluid may be needed.
Cooling System Including Reservoir
3.1L (Code M) ............................................ 11.6 quarts (10.94 L)
3.4L (Codex) ............................................. 12.3 quarts (11.65 L)
Refrigerant (R-134a), Air Conditioning:’: ......................... 2.0 pounds (0.9 1 kg)
Engine Crankcase - Oil and Filter Change
3.1L (Code M) .............................................. 4.5 quarts (4.2 L)
3.4L (Code X) ............................................... 5.5 quarts (5.2 L)
Length ........................................................ 22” (565 mm)
Type ................................................................. hook
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Fuel Tank
3.1L (Code M) ............................................ 16.1 gallons (60.9 L)
3.4L (Code X)
............................................. 17.1 gallons (64.7 L)
*See “Air Conditioning Refrigerants ”later in this section.
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I Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions 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.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police,
One of the reasons you shouldjollow this schedule ifyou
operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that
these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooney:
your vehicle.
taxi, or other commercial application.
I Short Trip/City Intervals I
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Short Trip/City Definition
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication
(or
6 months, whichever occurs first).
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every
12,000 Miles (20 000 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.
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
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).
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervnls only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule
on the following pages.
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Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the
conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance
Schedule
is true.
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions cuuses engine oil to break
down sloweK
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first).
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25
000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle
Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection.
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).
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.
These intervcrls only suwunarize mnintencrnce services.
Be sure to.foIlow the complete maintenance schedule on
the.following pages.
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30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Ernissioll Control Service.
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Co~af~d ServicP.
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. ?
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation”
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY
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Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule
60,OQO Miles (100 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
17 Vehicles with 3.4L Code X engine only:
An Emission Control Service.
An Emission Control Service.
Inspect camshaft timing belt.
An Emission Control Service.?
0 Replace air cle
aner filt er.
An Emission Control Service.
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.
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CI Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts
as needed.
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
An Emission Control Service.
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
93,000 Miles (155 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Enzission Control Service.
I
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE
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Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule
30,000 Miles (5’0 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
Ll Lubricate steering ball joints (or every
6 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
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. ?
DATE . ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate steering ball joints (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. During
tire rotation, check brake calipers
for
freedom of movement. Refer to the
appropriate
GM service manual for proper
caliper service procedures.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE . SERVICED BY:
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