1996 Pontiac Trans Sport Owner's Manual - Page 324

Maintenance Schedule ...-. x . . , ..., 1 Short TripKity Definition Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. .- ', , .1 ~~~ Intervals TriplCity Short ~~ ~ 1 Follow the Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule if any true one of these conditions is for yourvehicle: ': : .I: ! 0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). .! Most trips are through dusty areas. -..,Y...1' - ,i ..A 1' you frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on tbp of your vehicle. .,I: *: ' 0 If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine to break oil . , down soonel: I . 8 ' I Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Every 6,000 Miles ~(10 km): Chassis Lubrication 000 (or 6 months, whichever occurs first). At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Then Every 12,000 Miles(20 000 km): Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions. Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions only). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. These intervals onlysummarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule -- on the following pages. 7-4