1997 Chevrolet Venture LSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Lubrication Specifications

LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS

Material Condition Specification
Engine Oil (1) Ambient Temperature Less Than 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C) SAE 5W-30
Ambient Temperature Above 0°F (-18°C) To Over 100°F (38°C) SAE 10W-30
Engine Coolant All 50/50 Mix of Distilled Water & DEX-COOL
Coolant Supplement Sealer With Complete Flush & Refill Of Cooling System (GM Part No. 3634621) Or Equivalent
Brake Fluid All DOT 3
Power Steering Fluid All GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884)
Automatic Transaxle All DEXRON-III ATF
Key Lock Cylinders Lubricant All Multi-Purpose Lubricant(GM Part No. 12346241)
Windshield Washer Solvent All GM Optikleen Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515)
Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor & Release Pawl All Aerosol Lubricant (GM Part # 12346293)
Hood & Door Hinges, RearFolding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge, Lift- gate Hinges, Power Sliding Door Cable All Multi-Purpose Lubricant (GM Part No. 12346241)
Weather Strip Lubricant All Dielectric Silicone Grease or Equivalent (GM Part No. 12345579)
(1) SAE 5W-30 preferred. Use API-approved oil W/Starburst symbol.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.