1997 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 258

Engine Oil Additives Don't add anythingto your oil. Your Chevrolet dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change EngineOil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: e Most trips areless than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). If none of them is true, use the long tripbghway maintenance schedule. Change the and filter every oil 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months -- whichever occurs first. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that usedengine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy your skin and could for even causecancer? Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean yourskin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash properly throw or away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can bea real threat to the environment. If you change your ownoil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from thefilter before disposal. Don't ever dispose of 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 properlydisposing of your used oil, ask your dealer,a service station or a local recycling center for help. This is particularly important when outside temperatures are belowfreezing. e Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). e Most trips are through dusty areas. e You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. The vehicleis used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercialapplication. Driving under theseconditions causes engine oil to break down sooner.If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you needto change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 k ) 3 months -- whichever m or occurs first. 0