1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Owner's Manual - Page 238
1996 Chevrolet S10 Pickup Manual
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What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY 6RADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FULL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. HOT WEATHER "F t. 100 - , "C e 38 t 27 t 16 WOK FOR MIS SYMBOL + sa + 60 . +40. t4 + 20 0. -7 - 18 If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container.If you have your oil changedfor you, be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines. You should also use the proper viscosity oilfor your vehicle, as shownin the following chart: COLD SA€ 3 - 0 w3 PREFERRED WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 6-12