1996 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 242

When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: 0 What toDo with Used Oil Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. a Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). a Most trips are through dusty areas. a You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrler on top of your vehicle. a The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. 5 Did you knowthat 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 orrags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer'swarnings about the use anddisposal ; '*?of oil products.) ? ;a & . " ; 4 . ' i Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner.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 ) 3 months -- whichever m or occurs first. If none of them is true, change the oil andfilter every 7,5080 miles (12 500 k ) 12 months -- whichever m or occurs first. Driving a vehiclewith a fully warmed engige mder highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower. Used oil can be areal 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 everdispose of oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies water. Instead, of recycle it by taking it to a placethat collects used o l Lf i. you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help.