Oldsmobile Cutlass (1999 year). Manual - part 18

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6-60

Fuse

Usage

3

Left

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Hand Electrical Center

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Stop

Lamps, Hazard Lamps, Body
Function Control Module, Cluster,
Climate Control System

4

Right

-

Hand Electrical Center

-

Fog

Lamps, Radio, Body Function
Control Module, Interior Lamps

5

Ignition Switch

6

Not Used

7

Anti

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Lock Brakes

8

Cooling Fans

Mini

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Relays

9

Rear Defog

10

Not Used

11

Anti

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Lock Brakes

12

Cooling Fan

13

HVAC Blower (Climate Control)

14

Cooling Fans

15

Cooling Fans

Fuse

Usage

Micro

-

Relays

16

Air Conditioning Compressor

17

Not Used

18

Fuel Pump

19

Automatic Light Control

20

Automatic Light Control

21

Horn

22

Daytime Running Lamps

Mini

-

Fuses

23 

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 32

Spare Fuse Holder

33

Rear Defog

34

Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar
Lighter

35

Anti

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Lock Brakes

36

Anti

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Lock Brakes

37

Air Conditioning Compressor,
Body Function Control Module

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Fuse

Usage

38

Automatic Transaxle

39

Powertrain Control Module,
Ignition

40

Anti

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Lock Brakes

41

Ignition System

42

Back

-

Up Lamps, Brake

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Transaxle

Shift Interlock

43

Horn

44

Powertrain Control Module

45

Parking Lamps

46

Rear Defog, Daytime Running
Lamps, Climate Control System

Fuse

Usage

47

Canister Purge Valve, Powertrain
Control Module, Exhaust Gas
Recirculation, Heated O

2

 Sensor

48

Fuel Pump, Injectors

49

Generator

50

Right

-

Hand Headlamp

51

Left

-

Hand Headlamp

52

Cooling Fan

53

HVAC Blower (Climate Control)

54

Fuse Puller for Mini

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Fuses

55

Tach Test Point for Diagnostic
Testing

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Replacement Bulbs

Exterior Lamps

Bulb

High

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Beam Headlamp

9005

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Low

-

Beam Headlamp

9006

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Front Park/Turn

3157 NA

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Front Sidemarker

924

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Back

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Up

3057

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Rear Turn Signal

3357

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

High Level Stop

912

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Tail/Stop Lamp

3057

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Interior Lamps

Bulb

Dome

561

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Capacities and Specifications

Engine Specifications

VIN Engine Code

J

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Type

V6

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Displacement

3.1 Liters

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Firing Order

1

-

2

-

3

-

4

-

5

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6

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Horsepower

170

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Thermostat Temperature

195

_F (91_C)

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Engine Specifications

VIN Engine Code

M

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Type

V6

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Displacement

3.1 Liters

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Firing Order

1

-

2

-

3

-

4

-

5

-

6

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Horsepower

150

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Thermostat Temperature

195

_F (91_C)

. . . . . . . . . . . 

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Refrigerant, Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

See refrigerant charge label under the hood.

Wheel Nut Torque

100 lb

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ft (140 N·m)

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Tire Pressures, Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

See Tire

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Loading Information label on the driver’s 

side rear passenger door.

Cooling System

13.6 quarts (12.9 L)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Engine Crankcase

4.5 quarts (4.3 L)

. . . . . . . . . . . 

Fuel Tank

15.0 gallons (56.8 L)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in
this manual.

See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.

Air Conditioning Refrigerants

Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air
conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be
sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask
your dealer.

Normal Maintenance 
Replacement Parts

Air Cleaner Element

AC Type A

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1279C

. . . . . . . . . 

Engine Oil Filter

AC Type PF

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47

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Spark Plugs

AC Type

S41

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940 (Platinum Plug) 

. . . . . 

Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)

Windshield Wiper Blades
Driver’s Side

22.0 inches (56.0 cm)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Passenger’s Side

19.0 inches (48.0 cm)

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Vehicle Dimensions

Length

192 inches (487.8 cm)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Width

69.4 inches (176.3 cm)

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Height

56.4 inches (143.2 cm)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Wheelbase

107 inches (271.9 cm)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Front Tread

59 inches (149.9 cm)

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Rear Tread

59.3 inches (150.5 cm)

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Section 7

Maintenance Schedule

This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety,
dependability and emission control performance.

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Introduction

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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

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Scheduled Maintenance

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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance

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Part B: Owner Checks and Services

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants

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Part E: Maintenance Record

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Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan
supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your
Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your dealer
for details. 

Introduction

Your Vehicle and the Environment

Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your
vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the
environment. All recommended maintenance procedures
are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even
affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid
levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level
of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our
environment, and to keep your vehicle in good
condition, please maintain your vehicle properly.

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How This Section is Organized

This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts:

“Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows
what to have done and how often. Some of these
services can be complex, so unless you are technically
qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should
let your dealer’s service department or another qualified
service center do these jobs.

CAUTION:

Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can
be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can
be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance
work only if you have the required know

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how

and the proper tools and equipment for the job.
If you have any doubt, have a qualified
technician do the work.

If you are skilled enough to do some work on your
vehicle, you will probably want to get the service
information. See “Service and Owner Publications” in
the Index.

“Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you 
what should be checked and when. It also explains what
you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in 
good condition.

“Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” 
explains important inspections that your dealer’s service
department or another qualified service center 
should perform.

“Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” 
lists some recommended products to help keep your
vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their
equivalents, should be used whether you do the work
yourself or have it done.

“Part E: Maintenance Record” provides a place for
you to record the maintenance performed on your
vehicle. Whenever any maintenance is performed, be
sure to write it down in this part. This will help you
determine when your next maintenance should be done.
In addition, it is a good idea to keep your maintenance
receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for
warranty repairs.

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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services

Using Your Maintenance Schedule

We at General Motors want to help you keep your
vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know
exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short
distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive
long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or 
you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many 
other ways.

Because of all the different ways people use their
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more
frequent checks and replacements. So please read the
following and note how you drive. If you have any
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good
condition, see your dealer.

This part tells you the maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them. If you
go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know
that GM

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trained and supported service people will

perform the work using genuine GM parts.

The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in 
Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary
repairs done before you or anyone else drives 
the vehicle.

These schedules are for vehicles that:
D carry passengers and cargo within recommended

limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s
Tire

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Loading Information label. See “Loading Your

Vehicle” in the Index.

D are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal

driving limits.

D use the recommended fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index.

Selecting the Right Schedule

First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is
right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which
schedule to follow:

Scheduled Maintenance

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Short Trip/City Definition

Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if
any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:
D Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).

This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.

D Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent

driving in stop

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go traffic).

D Most trips are through dusty areas.
D You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of

your vehicle.

D If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi

or other commercial application.

One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if
you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break 
down sooner.

Short Trip/City Intervals

Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter

Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).

Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Chassis Lubrication

(or 6 months, whichever occurs first). Tire Rotation.

Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter

Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter

Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle

Service (severe conditions only).

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory

Drive Belt Inspection.

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire

Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.

Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System

Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance
on the following pages.

Scheduled Maintenance

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Long Trip/Highway Definition

Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the
conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled
Maintenance is true. Do not use this schedule if the
vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area
or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City
schedule for these conditions.

Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions causes engine oil to break 
down slower.

Long Trip/Highway Intervals

Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter

Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Tire Rotation.

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter

Replacement. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle

Service (severe conditions only).

Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory

Drive Belt Inspection.

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire

Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement.

Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System

Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first).

These intervals only summarize maintenance services.
Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance
on the following pages.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown
at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at
the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).

See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” following.

Footnotes

[ The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.

+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See “Brake System Inspection” under “Periodic
Maintenance Inspections” in Part C of this schedule.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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3,000 Miles (5 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

6,000 Miles (10 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

9,000 Miles (15 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

12,000 Miles (20 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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15,000 Miles (25 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter 

if necessary. 
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote

[.)

18,000 Miles (30 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

21,000 Miles (35 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

24,000 Miles (40 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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27,000 Miles (45 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

30,000 Miles (50 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 

j Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket

for any damage. Replace parts as needed. 
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote

[.)

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

33,000 Miles (55 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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36,000 Miles (60 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

39,000 Miles (65 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

42,000 Miles (70 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

45,000 Miles (75 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter 

if necessary. 
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote

[.)

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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48,000 Miles (80 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 

An Emission Control Service. 

j Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

j Change automatic transaxle fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven

under one or more of these conditions:

– In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90

_F

(32

_C) or higher.

– In hilly or mountainous terrain.
– When doing frequent trailer towing.
– Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and
filter do not require changing.

51,000 Miles (85 000 km)

j Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).

An Emission Control Service. 

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE

ACTUAL

SERVICED BY:

MILEAGE

DATE