Pontiac 1993 Grand Am Owner's Manual page 269

Maintenance Schedule
Section A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
[cant.]
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Below are explanations of the services listed in Schedule I
and Schedule
II.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Section D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
1 Engine Oil and Filter Change-Always use SG
Energy Conserving 1 1 oils of proper viscosity.
The "SG" designation may be shown alone or in
combination with others, such as "SG/CC,"
"SG/CD" or "SF, SG, CC," etc. If you have the
2.3L Quad OHC or a Quad 4 engine, the preferred
viscosity for your vehicle's engine is SAE 5W-30.
However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it's going to
be 0°F (-18°C) or above. If you have the 3300 V6
engine, the preferred viscosity for your vehicle's
engine is SAE 1OW-30. However, you can use SAE
5W-30 if it's going to be 60°F (16°C) or below.
these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs
done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle.
NOTE: To determine your engine's displacement and code,
see the Index under Engine Identijication.
ITEM
NO.
2
3
4
SERVICE
Chassis Lubrication-Lubricate the transaxle shift
linkage, parking brake cable guides, underbody
contact points and linkage. Lubricate the front and
rear suspension, steering linkage and fuel filler
door and striker plunger.
Throttle Body Mounting Bolt Torque (3300 V6
Code
N engine)*-Check the torque of the
mounting bolts and/or nuts.
Tire
and Wheel Rotation and Inspection-For
proper wear and maximum tire life, rotate your
tires following the instructions in this manual. See
the Index under llres, Inspection & Rotation.
Check the tires for uneven wear or damage. If you
see irregular or premature wear, check the wheel
alignment. Check for damaged wheels also.
*
An Emission Control Service.
i ? The
US.
Environmental Protection Agency has determined
that
the failure to pe@orm this maintenance item will
not
nullifL the emission warranty or
limit recall liability prior to the completion o f vehicle useful life. General Motors, however, urges
that
all recommended maintenance sem'ces be
peflormed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded in Section E: Maintenance Record.
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