2002 OLDSMOBILE AURORA oil filter

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
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-2 Service
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-3 Fuel
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-9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
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-10 Checking Things Under the Hood
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-15 Engine Oil
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-21 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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-23 Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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-27 Engine Coolant
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-32 Windshield Washer Fluid
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-34 Brakes
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-37 Battery
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-39 Bulb Replacement
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-48 Tires6
-58 Appearance Care
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-58 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
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-62 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
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-65 Underbody Maintenance
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-65 Chemical Paint Spotting
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-66 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
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-67 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
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-68 Electrical System
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-72 Removing the Rear Seat Cushion
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-77 Replacement Bulbs
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-77 Capacities and Specifications
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-79 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
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A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block
B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
C. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
D. Remote Positive (+) Terminal
E. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part
F. Passenger Compartment Air FilterG. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
H. Engine Oil Fill Cap
I. Engine Oil Dipstick
J. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
K. Brake Fluid Reservoir
L. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
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A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block
B. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
C. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
D. Remote Positive (+) Battery Terminal
E. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
F. Passenger Compartment Air Filter
G. Remote Negative (
-) Terminal
H. Engine Oil Fill Cap
I. Engine Oil Dipstick
J. Brake Fluid Reservoir
K. Automatic Transaxle Fluid Dipstick
(near the air cleaner)
L. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Oil
If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the
instrument cluster, it means you need to check your
engine oil level right away. For more information, see
ªDIC Warnings and Messagesº in the Index.
You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is
an added reminder.
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As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is best for
your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W
-30 if it's
going to be 0F (
-18C) or above. These numbers on an
oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W
-50.
NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum
Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. Failure to use the
recommended oil can result in engine damage not
covered by your warranty.
GM Goodwrench
oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle.
If you are in an area where the temperature falls below
-20F (-29C), consider using either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W
-30 oil. Both will provide
easier cold starting and better protection for your engine
at extremely low temperatures.
Engine Oil Additives
Don't add anything to your oil. The recommended oils
with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good
performance and engine protection.
When to Change Engine Oil
(GM Oil Life System)
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know
when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on
engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on
mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at
which an oil change will be indicated can vary
considerably. For the oil life system to work properly,
you must reset the system every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is
necessary. A CHANGE OIL SOON message will come
on. Change your oil as soon as possible within the next
two times you stop for fuel. It is possible that, if you are
driving under the best conditions, the oil life system
may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over
a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be
changed at least once a year and at this time the system
must be reset. It is also important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level.
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If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change
your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil
change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever
the oil is changed.
How to Reset the Oil Life System
The GM Oil Life System
calculates when to change
your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime
your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate
when the next oil change is required. If a situation
occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE
OIL SOON message being turned on, reset the system.
Always reset the engine Oil Life System to 100% after
every oil change. It will not reset itself.
To reset the OIL LIFE reminder, do the following:
1. With the ignition on, press the SELECT right arrow
on the DIC until you enter the OIL mode. The
current OIL LIFE percentage will be displayed.
2. Press and hold the DIC RESET button for about
five seconds. After five seconds, the display will
show OIL LIFE XXX%. If OIL LIFE XXX% does
not appear on the display after about five seconds,
see your dealer for service. After you release the
DIC RESET button, OIL LIFE 100% will appear
on the display.What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean
your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand
cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags
containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer's
warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.
Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the
filter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it
in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or
into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by
taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a
problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask
your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center
for help.
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To check or replace the air filter, do the following:
1. With the hood open, unlatch and remove the
access panel.
2. To remove the filter, press on the spring tab on
the side of the filter housing and pull the filter out
of the housing.
3. To install the new filter, press on the spring tab and
insert the filter into the housing. The filter should be
fully inserted into the upper and lower grooves and
locked into place by the spring tab.
4. Reinstall the air filter access panel at the base of
the windshield.Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles
(83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.

In hilly or mountainous terrain.

When doing frequent trailer towing.

Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, change the fluid and filter
at 100,000 miles (166 000 km).
See ªScheduled Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.
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Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamps Bulb
Front
Halogen Headlamps
Low Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Turn Signal Lamps 3157NA. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear
Back
-Up Lamps 3155. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/Taillamps 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Turn Signal Lamps 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer.
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in
English and metric conversions. Please refer to
ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index
for more information.
Engine Code (LX5) 3.5L V6
Automatic Transaxle 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . . . . .
Engine Oil with Filter 5.5 quarts (5.2 L). . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank 18.5 U.S. gallons (70.0 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Code (L47) 4.0L V8
Automatic Transaxle 11.0 quarts (10.4 L). . . . . . . . . .
Engine Cooling System 13.0 quarts (12.3 L). . . . . . .
Engine Oil with Filter 7.0 quarts (6.6 L). . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank 17.5 U.S. gallons (66.2 L). . . . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended
in this manual.
Wheel Nut Torque
100 lb
-ft (140 N´m)
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Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
The following replacement parts are for
the (LX5) 3.5L V6.
Air Cleaner Element A
-1096C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter GM Part # 25654414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter PF
-2129* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter GF
-627* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs PTR5C
-13* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(GM Part # 12556183)
Gap: 0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Type Shepherd's Hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 22.0 inches (56.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*ACDelco

part number.The following replacement parts are for
the (L47) 4.0L V8.
Air Cleaner Element A
-1096C* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter GM Part # 25654414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter PF
-58* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter GF
-627* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plugs PT16EPR
-C13* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(GM Part # 12561466)
Gap: 0.050 inch (1.27 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Type Shepherd's Hook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Length 22.0 inches (56.0 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*ACDelco

part number.
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