Rear axle, When to check and change lubricant, How to check lubricant – Oldsmobile 2000 Bravada User Manual

Page 259: What to use, Engine coolant

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Rear Axle

When to Check and Change Lubricant

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.

How to Check Lubricant

If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.

What to Use

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index.

Engine Coolant

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with
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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
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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” in
the Index.

A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
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coolant will:

D Give freezing protection down to

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34

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37

_C).

D Give boiling protection up to 265_F (129_C).
D Protect against rust and corrosion.
D Help keep the proper engine temperature.
D Let the warning lights and gages work as

they should.

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