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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
dipstick hole to bring it
to
the proper level.
It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint
(0.5
L).
Don’t
overfill.
We recommend you use only
fluid labeled DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that
label is made especially for your automatic transaxle.
Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-I11 is
not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under “How to Check.”
When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back
in
all the way.
Engine
Coolant
The cooling system
in
your vehicle
is
filled with new
DEX-COOL
TM
(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, see “Engine Overheating” in
the Index.
A
50/50
mixture of water and the proper coolant for
your Buick 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 lights and gages work as they should.