Engine Oil - Pontiac 1994 Grand Am Owner's Manual

Engine Oil
If the CHECK OIL light on the
instrument panel comes on, it means you
need to check your engine oil level right
away. For more information, see "Check
Oil Light" in the Index. You should check
the engine oil regularly; this is an added
reminder.
It's a good idea to check your engine oil
every time you get fuel. In order to get an
accurate reading, the oil must be warm
and the vehicle must be on level ground.
Turn off the engine and give the oil a few
minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If
you don't, the oil dipstick might not show
the actual level.
To Check Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean
it
with a
paper towel or cloth, then push
it
back in
all the way. Remove it again, keeping the
tip lower, and check the level.
When to Add Oil
If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then
you'll need to add some oil. But you must
use the right kind. This section explains
what kind of oil to use. For crankcase
capacity, see "Capacities and
Specifications" in the Index.
Adding Engine Oil
Just fill it enough to put the level
somewhere in the proper operating range.
Push the dipstick all the way back in
when you are through.
NOTICE:
Don't add too much oil. If your
engine has so much oil that the oil
level gets above the cross-hatched
area that shows the proper operating
range, your engine could be
damaged.
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