2005 CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 Owners Manual

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the
secondary hood release lever. The secondary
hood release lever is located under the front center
of the hood.3. Lift the hood, release the hood p

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual Engine Compartment Overview
When you open the hood on the engine, here is what you will see:
5-12

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-17.
B. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to Add Engine Oil”
underEngine Oil on page 5-14.
C. Engine Oil Dipstick. See “Checking

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual Engine Oil
If the oil pressure light
appears on the instrument
cluster, it means you
need to check your engine
oil level right away.
For more information, seeOil Pressure Light on
page 3-38.
You shoul

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Look for two things:
•GM6094M
Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM
Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use
only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M.

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual GM Goodwrench®oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle.
If you are in an area of extreme cold, where the
temperature falls below−20°F (−29°C), it is
recommended that you use either an SA

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean
your skin

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CHEVROLET OPTRA 5 2005 1.G Owners Manual To inspect or replace the filter, do the following:
1. Remove the four screws that hold the cover on.
2. Lift off the cover.
3. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter.
SeeNormal Maintenanc