How To Add Fluid; Engine Coolant - Pontiac 1996 Grand Prix Owner's Manual

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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
It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than a pint
(0.5 L). Don't oveflll. We recommend you use only
fluid /labeled DEXRON@-HI, 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.
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After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
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When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.
described under "How to Check."
dipstick
back
in
all
the way.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with new
DEX-COOL
(orange-colored, silicate-free) engine
coolant. This coolant is designed to remain
in your
vehicle for
5
years or 100,000 miles (166 000
km),
,
whichever occurs first.
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 Pontiac will:
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Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265 "F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights lights and gages work as
they should.

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