1997 CHEVROLET CAMARO oil level

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Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index.
Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid
HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If the
fluid level is low, add only enough
of the proper fluid to
bring the level up
to the HOT area for a hot check. It
doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than
one pint
(0.5 L). Don’t ove ZZ. We recommend you use only fluid
labeled DEXRON -111, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transmission. Damage
caused by fluid other than DEXRON-I11
is not covered
by your new vehicle warranty.
%!
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.
Manual Transmission Fluid
When to Check
A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is
changed. However, the fluid in your manual
transmission doesn’t require changing.
How to Check
Because this operation can be difficult, you may
choose
to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership
Service Department.
If
you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructions here, or
you could get a false reading.
NOTICE:
Too much or too little fluid can damage your
transmission.
Too much can mean that some of
the fluid could come out and fail on hot engine
parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be
sure
to get an accurate reading if you check your
transmission fluid.
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The following approximate capacities are given in
U.S. and metric conversions.
Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
in the Index for more information.
Air Conditioning?
............. See the refrigerant
information label under the hood.
Automatic Transmission
Drain and Refill
............... 10 pints (4.7 L)*
Overhaul VIN Engine Code
K ......... 17.6 pints (8.3 L)*
VIN Engine Code P ........ 21.6 pints. (10.2 L)*
With Manual Transmission
.... 12.5 quarts (1 1.8 L)
With Automatic Transmission
. 12.3 quarts (1 1.6 L)
With Manual Transmission
.... 12.5 quarts (1 1.8 L)
With Automatic Transmission
. 12.3 quarts (1 1.6 L)
Cooling System
VIN Engine Code
K
VIN Engine Code P
With Manual Transmission
... 15.3 quarts (14.5 L)
With Automatic Transmission 15.1 quarts. (14.3 L)
With Oil and Filter Change
Crankcase
3800 (VIN K) ............ 4.5
quarts (4.3L)**
5.7L (VIN
P) ............. 5.0 quarts (4.7L)**
Fuel Tank .................. 15.5 gallons (58.7 L)
Manual Transmission
Five-Speed
.................. 6.8 pints (3.2L)*
Six-Speed
................... 8.0 pints (3.8L)*
Rear Axle Lubricant
.............. 3.5 pints (1.7L)
*Recheck fluid level after filling. See “Automatic
Transmission Fluid” or “Manual Transmission Fluid” in
the Index.
**Recheck the oil level after filling. See “Engine
Oil” in
the Index.
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IMPORTANT:
KEEP ENGINE OIL
AT THE PROPER
!VEL AND CHANGE
RECOMMENDED
AS
Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your
Chevrolet dealer for details.
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 can even
affect the quality
of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level
of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our
environment, and to keep your vehicle in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.
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Listed below are owner checks and services which
should be performed at the intervals specified to help
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control
performance
of your vehicle.
Be sure
any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in
Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See “Engine Oil’’ in the Index for
further details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the
Index for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the
windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if
necessary. See “Windshield Washer Fluid” in the Index
for further details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures. See
“Tires” in the Index for further details.
Cassette Deck Service
Clean cassette deck. Cleaning should be done every
50 hours of tape play. See “Audio Systems” in the
Index for further details,
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Electrical System
............................... 6-68
Engine
.................................. 6-10. 6-11
Coolant ..................................... 6-28
Coolant Heater
............................... 2-27
Coolant Level Check
.......................... 7-43
Coolant Temperature Gage
..................... 2-83
Exhaust
..................................... 2-42
Fuse Blocks
................................. 6-72
Identification
................................ 6-68
Oil Level Check
.............................. 7-43
Overheating
................................. 5- 14
Running While Parked
......................... 2-43
Specifications
................................ 6-74
Starting Your ................................ 2-26
Engine
Oil .................................... 6-12
Adding
..................................... 6- 14
Additives
................................... 6-17
Checking
................................... 6-13
Pressure Gage
................................ 2-87
Used ....................................... 6-17
When to Change
.............................. 6- 17
Etht~01
........................................ 6-5
Exhaust. Engine ................................ 2-42
Exit Lighting
............................. 2-19. 2-56
Express-Down Window .......................... 2-44
Fabric Cleaning
............................... 6-59
Fabric Protection ............................... 6-60
Fan Control. Climate Control System ................ 3-2
Feature Customization ........................... 2- 18
Driver’s Door Alarm Delay/Shock Sensor Enable ... 2-22
1
Exit Lightingmelayed Illumination ............... 2-19
Remote Keyless Entry Verification
............... 2-20
Theft-Deterrent Arming Method ................. 2-21
Theft-Deterrent Arming Verification
.............. 2-22
Fifth Gear. Manual Transmission
.............. 2-33. 2-34
Filling
Your Tank ................................ 6-6
Filter. Air
..................................... 6-19
Filter. Engine Oil
............................... 6-17
Finish Care .................................... 6-64
Finish Damage
................................. 6-66
First Gear. Automatic Transmission
................ 2-31
First
Gear. Manual Transmission .............. 2-32. 2-34
Flashers. Hazard Warning
......................... 5-2
Flat Tire. Changing ............................. 5-29
Floor Mats
.................................... 2-62
Fluids and Lubricants
............................ 1-49
Fog Lamps .................................... 2-53
Folding Rear Seatback ............................ 1-6
Foreign Countries. Fuel
........................... 6-5
Four-Way Manual Seat ........................... 1-3
French Language Manual ........................... ii
Front Console .................................. 2-58
FrontTowing .................................. 5-10
Front Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ................ 6-46
Fuel
.......................................... 6-3
FillingYourTank
.............................. 6-6
Gage ....................................... 2-89
In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-5
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ....................... 6-69
Last Door Closed LockingLockout Prevention ..... 2-20
Fourth
Gear. Manual Transmission ............ 2-33. 2-34