Engine Coolant; How To Add Fluid Automatic Transaxle Fluid - Pontiac 2004 Montana Owner's Manual

How to Add Fluid Automatic Transaxle
Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-12.
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 does not take much fluid, generally less than
one pint (0.5 L). Do not overfill.
Notice: Use of automatic transaxle fluid labeled
®
other than DEXRON -III may damage your vehicle,
and the damages may not be covered by your
warranty. Always use DEXRON
transaxle fluid.
3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under "How to Check Automatic
Transaxle Fluid".
4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back in all the way.
5-22
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-III labeled automatic

Engine Coolant

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
®
DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed
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, see Engine Overheating on
page 5-25.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
®
DEX-COOL coolant will:
•
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 messages and gages work as they
should
Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
cause premature engine, heater core or radiator
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may
require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km)
or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Always use
®
DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle.
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may