1995 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 243

As shown in the chart, SAE 10W-30 is best for your When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: 0 vehicle. However, you can use SAE SW-30 if it's going to be colder than 60°F (16°C) before your next oil change. When it's very cold. you should use SAE SW-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such X SAE 2OW-SO. Most trips are less than 5 to I0 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such a s frequent driving i n stop and go traffic). NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol. Failure to use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered your by warranty. GM Goodwrench@oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle. 0 Most trips are through dusty areas. You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. If any one of-. these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles ( 5 000 k m ) or 3 months -- whichever comes first. (See "Change Oil Message" in the Index.) If the CHANGE OIL NOW message appears i n the Driver Information Center, you should change your oil. I f none of them is true, change the oil and filter every 7,500 miles ( 12 SO0 km) or 12 months -- whichever colnes first. (See "Change Oil Message'' in the Index.) Always reset the engine oil life to 100% after every oil change. Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your Aurora retailer is ready t o advise if you think something should be added. 6-13