1996 OLDSMOBILE AURORA oil

Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric
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Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt.
Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask
surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines.
Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label.
Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Don’t saturate
the material.
Don’t rub it roughly.
As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge
to remove the suds.
Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge.
Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel
or cloth.
Then dry it immediately with a blow dryer.
Wipe with a clean cloth.
Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric
First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all.
Some spots and stains will clean off better with just
water and mild soap.
If you need to use a solvent:
0 Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with
a clean, dull knife or scraper. Use very little cleaner,
light pressure and clean cloths (preferably
cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside
of
the stain, “feathering” toward the center. Keep
changing to a clean section of the cloth.
0 When you clean a stain from fabric, immediately
dry the area with a blow dryer to help prevent a
cleaning ring.
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Special Cleaning Problems
Greasy or Oily Stains
Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe
polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic
creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can
be removed as follows:
Carefully scrape off excess stain.
Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier.
0 Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain
if left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be
removed as soon as possible. Be careful, because
the cleaner will dissolve them and may cause them
to spread.
Non-Greasy Stains
Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit
juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can
be removed as follows:
0 Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the
soiled area with cool water.
If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions
described earlier.
If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine,
treat the area with a waterbaking soda solution:
1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml)
of lukewarm water.
0 If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner.
Combination Stains
Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili
sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows:
Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with
cool water and allow to dry.
0 If a stain remains, clean it with solvent-type cleaner.
Cleaning Vinyl
Use warm water and a clean cloth.
Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You
may have to do it more than once.
Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if
you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and
a
GM Vinylbeather Cleaner or equivalent product.
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Cleaning Leather
Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
saddle soap.
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For stubborn stains, use a GM Vinylbeather Cleaner
or equivalent product.
Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.
Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately.
If dirt is allowed to work into
the finish, it can
harm the leather.
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield
and even make
it difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions.
Cleaning Wood Panels
Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use
mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately
with a clean cloth.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them. In a crash they might
not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.
Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films.
Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have
to be scraped off later.
If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
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Finish Care
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your Aurora by
hand may be necessary
to remove residue from the paint
finish.
You can get GM-approved cleaning products
from your retailer. (See “Appearance Care and
Materials” in the Index.)
Your Aurora has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish.
The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss
to the colored
basecoat. fdways use waxes and polishes that are
non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish.
NOTICE:
Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on
a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may
dull the
finish or leave swirl marks.
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other
salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird
droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc. can
damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted
surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use
non-abrasive cleaners that are marked
safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather
and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period
of years.
You can help to keep the paint finish looking
new by keeping your Aurora garaged or covered
whenever possible.
Aluminum or Chrome Wheels
Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with
mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After
rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
A wax
may then be applied.
The surface
of these wheels is similar to the painted
surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or
abrasive cleaning brushes on them because
you could
damage
the surface.
Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These
brushes can also damage the surface
of these wheels.
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PART NUMBER I SIZE DESCRIPTION I USAGE I ~~~ ~~~~~~~ ~ ~~~ ~ ~
1050004 2.75 sq. ft. Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching
1050172
16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road
Oil Remover Also removes old waxes and polishes
1050173
I 16 oz. (0.473~lp~Chrom~e~Cleaner and Polish I Removes rust and corrosion I
1050174 16 oz. (0.473 L) White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil
and black marks
1 05020 1 16 oz. (0.473 L) Magic Mirror Cleaner Polish Exterior cleaner and polish
1050214 32 oz. (0.946
L) Vinyl and Leather Cleaner Spot and stain removal
1050427 23
oz. (0.680 L) Glass Cleaner Cleans grease, grime and smoke film
1050429
6 lbs. (2.72 kg) Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner Cleans
vinyl, cloth, tires and mats
1051398* 8 oz. (0.237 L) Spot Lifter For cloth
1051515 32
oz. (0.946 L) Optikleen Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze
1052349 12
oz. (0.354 L) Lubriplate (White Grease) For hood, trunk, door hinges and latches
1052870 16 oz. (0.473 L) Wash and Wax Concentrate Exterior
wash
10529 18
8 oz. (0.237 L)
Armor All" Protector Protects vinyl, leather and rubber
1052929 16
oz. (0.473 L) Wheel Cleaner Spray on wheel cleaner
1052930
8 oz. (0.237 L) Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts and absorbs
soils
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16 oz. (0.473 L) Armor All" Cleaner Cleans vinyl, leather and rubber
I 12345725 I 12 oz. (0.354 L) I Silicone
Tire Shine I Shines tires I
* Not recommended for pigskin suede leather.
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products.
See your Maintenance Schedule for other products.
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Usage
Rear Defogger Trunk and
Fuel Door Releases and
Trunk Pull Down
Heated Seat
Electronic Level Control, Instrument Panel
Exterior Lamps
Base@ Stereo (If so equipped)
Power Door Locks
Interior Lamps
Hazard Lamps, Stoplamps
Parking Lamps Heated Outside Mirror
Open
Fuse
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Usage
Fuel Door Release
Open Battery Thermistor
Instrument Panel
-- Power
Antenna, Remote CD Changer,
Radio Chassis
Instrument Panel
-- Remote
Accessory Power Module, Oil
Level Indicator,
ALDL
Electronic Level Control
Fuel Pump
Open
Rear Defog
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Rear Defog 2
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Capacities and Specifications
Automatic Transaxle (Overdrive)
When draining or replacing torque converter, more fluid may be needed.
Pan Removal and Replacement .......................................... 6.5 quarts (6.0 L)
After Complete Overhaul .............................................. 11 quarts (10.5 L)
Cooling System ....................................................... 13 quarts (12.0 L)
Engine Crankcase ...................................................... 7 quarts (6.6 L)
When changingfilter, up to 0.5 quart (0.5 L) more oil may be needed.
Fuel Tank ......................................................... 19.4 gallons (73.4 L)
Windshield Washer Fluid Tanks ........................................ 3.8 quarts (3.6 L)
Windshield Wiper Blades (6.32 Pin Type) ............................... 22 inches (565 mm)
Power Steering
Pump Only ............................................................. 1 pint (0.5 L)
Complete System ..................................................... 1.5 pints (0.7 L)
Tire Pressures, Sizes ....................... See Tire-Loading Information label on driver’s door.
Wheel Nut Torque .................................................. 100 lb-ft (140 Nam)
Refrigerant (R-l34a), Air Conditioning .................. See refrigerant change label the hood.
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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 Aurora retailer.
Vehicle Dimensions
Length ................ 205.4 inches (5 217 mm)
Width
.................. 74.4 inches (1 890 mm)
Height
.................. 55.4 inches (1 407 mm)
Wheelbase
............. 11 3.8 inches (2 89 1 mm)
Front Tread
.............. 62.5 inches (1 587 mm)
Rear Tread
.............. 62.5 inches (1 587 mm)
Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code ........................... C
Type
.................................... V8
Displacement ........................ 4.0 Liters
Horsepower
............................. 250
Compression Ratio
...................... 10.3: 1
Firing Order
.................... -2-7-3-4-5-6-8
Thermostat Temperature
Specification
.................... 180°F (82°C)
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element .......... AC Type A- 1096C
Engine
Oil Filter ................ AC Type PF-58
Spark Plugs
................... AC Type041 -900
uap: 0.050 inch (1.52 mm)
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