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Maintenance Information: Specifications Oldsmobile Silhouette II

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

MaterialConditionSpecification
Engine Oil (1)Ambient Temperature Less Than 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C)SAE 5W-30
Ambient Temperature Above 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C)SAE 10W-30
Engine CoolantAll50/50 Mix of Distilled Water & DEX-COOL
Coolant Supplement SealerWith Complete Flush & Refill Of Cooling System(GM Part No. 3634621) Or Equivalent
Brake FluidAllDOT 3
Power Steering FluidAllGM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884)
Automatic TransaxleAllDEXRON-III ATF
Key Lock Cylinders LubricantAllMulti-Purpose Lubricant(GM Part No. 12346241)
Windshield Washer SolventAllGM Optikleen Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515)
Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor & Release PawlAllAerosol Lubricant (GM Part # 12346293)
Hood & Door Hinges, RearFolding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge, Lift- gate Hinges, Power Sliding Door CableAllMulti-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12346241)
Weather Strip LubricantAllDielectric Silicone Grease or Equivalent (GM Part No. 12345579)
(1) SAE 5W-30 preferred. Use API-approved oil W/Starburst symbol.
(1)SAE 5W-30 preferred. Use API-approved oil W/Starburst symbol.

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

FLUID CAPACITIES

ItemConditionSpecification (1)
Engine OilDrained; With New Filter4.5 Qts. (3.8L)
Engine CoolantWith A/C: System Drained11.8 Qts. (11.3L)
Engine CoolantW/ Rear Heater: System Drained13.5 Qts. (12.8L)
Automatic TransaxlePan Removed8.0 Qts. (7.6L)
Windshield Washer FluidDrained1 Gal. (0.4L)
Fuel TankStandard (SWB): Full Capacity20 Gal. (76L)
Fuel TankOptional (LWB): Full Capacity25 Gal. (96L)
(1) Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use dipstick (if available) to measure level.
(1)Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use dipstick (if available) to measure level.

FLUID CAPACITIES

WHEEL TIGHTENING

All standard wheel lug nuts should be tightened to 100 ft. lbs. (140 N.m). All compact spare tire lug nuts should be tightened to approximately 80 ft. lbs. (110 N.m). If wheels are equipped with locking type lug nuts, ALWAYS position the "Keyed" nut opposite the valve stem.

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

CAUTIONWhen battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See the COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.