Engine Oil

1992 Chevrolet Lumina V6-204 3.4L DOHCSECTION Engine Oil

TYPE SG, SH(Motor Oil, API Service SG, SH)‡

CAPACITY, Refill:


1991-93 3.4 Code X 4.8 Liters 5.0 Quarts
Others 3.8 Liters 4.0 Quarts
Capacity shown is without filter. When replacing filter, additional oil may be needed

Variable Fuel engine
All temperature 10W-30‡
Others
Above 40°F (4°C) 30*
Above 0°F (-18°C) 10W-30
All temperatures 5W-30‡‡
*Use only if other specified grades are unavailable
‡Variable fuel engine oil must meet GM sped 4717M. For emergency only 10W-30 SG oil may be used. Replace oil & oil filter as soon as possible with GM spec 4717M oil.
‡‡Preferred


RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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