1998 Oldsmobile Aurora Owner's Manual - Page 266

Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your retailer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. 2. Press RESET and hold for five seconds. The word RESET will appear, then OIL LIFE 100 % will be displayed. When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has an Oil Life Indicator. The Oil Life Indicator will let you know when to change your oil and filter -- usually between 3,000 miles ( 5 000 km) m since your last oil change. and 7,500 miles (12 500 k ) Under severe conditions, the indicatormay come on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km). Never drive your vehicle more than 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months (whichever occurs first) without an oil change. The system won't detect dust the oil. So, if you drive in in What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer?Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don't ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your retailer, a service station or a local recycling center for help. a dusty area, be sure to change your oil every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner. Remember to reset the Oil Life Indicator when the oil has been changed. For more information, see "Oil Life Indicator" in the Index. How to Reset the Oil Life Indicator Always reset the engine oil life 100 percent after to every oil change. It will not reset itself. To reset the OIL LIFE reminder, do the following: 1. With the ignition on, press the ENG button so the OIL LIFE percentage is displayed. 6-14