Buick 2005 manual Engine Coolant, How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid

How to Add Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine

what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.

If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick.

1.Pull out the dipstick.

2.Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level.

It does not take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Do not overfill.

Notice: Use of automatic transaxle fluid labeled other than DEXRON® -III, Approved for the H-Specification, may damage your vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by your warranty. Always use automatic transaxle fluid labeled DEXRON® -III, Approved for the H-Specification.

3.After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to Check Automatic Transaxle Fluid,” earlier in this section.

4.When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way.

Engine Coolant

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add

only DEX-COOL®extended life coolant.

The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-28.

A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL®coolant will:

•Give freezing protection down to −34°F ( −37°C).

•Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).

•Protect against rust and corrosion.

•Help keep the proper engine temperature.

•Let the warning messages and gages work as they should.

Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL®may cause premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always use DEX-COOL®(silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle.

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