1997 PONTIAC FIREBIRD washer fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use.
If you will be
operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature
may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient
protection against freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add
washer fluid until the tank
is full.
NOTICE:
When using concentrated washer fluid,
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for
adding water.
Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer
fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze
and damage your washer fluid tank and
other parts of the washer system.
Also,
water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
three-quarters full when it’s very cold.
This
allows for expansion if freezing occurs,
which could damage the tank if it is
completely full.
windshield washer.
It can damage your
washer system and paint.
Fill your washer fluid tank only
Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your
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Cleaning the Outside of the
Windshield
an’d Wiper B’lades
If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield
washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,
wax, sap or other material may be on the blade
or
windshield.
Clean the outside
of the windshield with GM Windshield
Cleaner, Bon Ami’ Powder (non-scratching glass
cleaning powder),
GM Part No. 105001 1. The
windshield is clean if beads
do not form when you
rinse it with water.
Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades
and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping
vigorously with a
cloth soaked in full-strength
windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with
water.
Check the wiper blades and clean them
as necessary;
replace blades that look worn.
Weatherstrips
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or
squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six
months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent
application may be required. (See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.)
Cleaning a Removable Roof Panel
Special care is necessary when cleaning, removing
and/or storing the
roof panel.
Flush with water to remove dust and dirt, then dry
the panel.
Clean the panel with GM Glass Cleaner. Leave the
cleaner on the panel for
one minute, then wipe the
panel with
a soft, lint-free cloth.
Don’t use abrasive cleaning materials.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check
Listed below are owner checks and services which Check the engine co’olant level and add DEX-COOL@
should be performed at the intervals specified to help coolant mix if necessary, See “Engine Coolant” in the
ensure the safety, dependability and emission control Index for further details.
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
If is importunt for you or a sewice statim attendant tu
peqfiorm these underhood checks ut eachfielfill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary.
See “Engine Oil” in the Index €or
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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USAGE
Floor Shift
Linkage
Chassis
Lubrication
Rear Axle
(Standard
Differential)
Rear Axle (Limited-Slip
Differential)
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol
(GM Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI # 2
Category LB or GC-LB.
Chassis lubricant (GM Part
No. 1052497 or equivalent) or
lubricant meeting requirements of
NLGI # 2, Category LB or
Axle Lubricant
(GM Part
No. 12345977) or SAE 80W-90
GL-5 Gear Lubricant.
Axle Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12345977) and 4 ounces
(1 18 ml) of Limited-Slip
Differential Lubricant Additiv’e
(GM Part
No. 1052358 or
equivalent)
where required.
See “Rear Axle” in the Index.
GC-LB.
USAGE
Windshield
Washer Solvent
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Pivots, Spring Anchor and
Release Pawl
Hood and Door
Hinges
Weatherstrip
Conditioning
FLUID/LUBRICANT
GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent
(GM Part No. 1051515)
or equivalent.
Lubriplate lubricant
aerosol
(GM Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements
of NLGI ## 2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Multi-pu ose lubricant,
Superlube
% (GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease
(GM
Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).
See “Replacement Parts”
in the Index for recommended
replacement filters and spark plugs.
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Warning Devices ...............
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
Warranty Information
.............
Washer Huid. Windshield .........
Washing Your Vehicle ............
Weatherstrips ...................
Wheel
Alignment
...................
Nut Torque ...................
Replacement ..................
Wrench .......................
Windows ......................
Express-Down ................
Power .....................
................ 5-3
............... 2-77
............... 8-10
.......... 2-47,6 '-35
............... 6-63
............... 6-62
............... 68-55
.......... 5-36. 4-73
............... 6-56
............... 5-29
............... 2-43
............... 2-43
............... 2-43
Windshield Washer ........................... 2-47
Windshield Wiper .............................. 2-46
Windshield Wiper. Cleaning
...................... 2-46
Blade Replacement ........................... 6-47
Wiring. Headlamp
.............................. 6-69
.................................. Fluid 2-47 6-35
Fluid Level Check ............................. 7-44
Fuses ...................................... 6-69
Winter Driving 4-25
WreckerTowing
................................. 5-8
Wrench.Whee1 ................................. 5-29
.................................
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