How
to
Add
Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See “Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants”
in
the Index.
If
the
fluid
level is low, add only enough of
the
proper fluid to
bring the level into the cross-hatched
area
on the dipstick.
1.
Pull out
the
dipstick.
2.
Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the
dipstick hole to bring it to
the
proper level.
It
doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one
pint
(0.5
L).
Don’t
oveflll.
NOTICE:
We recommend you use only fluid labeled
DEXRON@-III, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-111
is-not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
3.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
4.
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
described under “How to Check.”
dipstick back in all the way.
Engine
Coolant
..
The cooling
s
stem in your vehicle is filled with new
-
to remain in your vehicle for
5
years or
150,000
miles
(240
000
km)
whichever occurs first, if you add only
DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
’’
add coolant when it is low.
If
you have a problem with
engine overheating or
if
you need
to
add coolant to your
radiator,
see
“Engine Overheating” in the Index.
A
50/50
mixture of water and the proper coolant for
your Oldsmobile will:
DEX-COOL
d:
engine coolant. This coolant is designed
0
0
0
0
0
Give freezing protection down to
-34°F
(-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to
265 OF
(1
29
”
C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work
as
they should.
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