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Lubrication Specifications

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

Material Condition Specification
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature Less Than 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C) SAE 5W-30
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature Above 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C) SAE 10W-30
Engine Coolant All 50/50 Mix of Distilled Water & Ethylene Glycol
Hydraulic Brake Fluid All DOT 3
Power Steering Fluid All GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884)
Manual Transaxle Fluid All GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Gear Oil (GM Part No. 12346190)
Automatic Transaxle Fluid All DEXRON-III ATF
Chassis Lubrication All Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985) or Equivalent
(1) SAE 5W-30 preferred. Use API-approved oil w/Starburst symbol.