For 1990-2009 cars

Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.

Usage | Fluid/Lubricant
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Engine Oil | The engine requires a special engine oil meeting standard GM4718M. Oils meeting this standard can be identified as synthetic, and should also be identified with the American Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. However, not all synthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this standard. Look for and use only an oil that meets standard GM4718M. For the proper viscosity, see Engine Oil.
Engine Coolant | 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Coolant. See Engine Coolant.
Hydraulic Brake System | DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, in Canada 89021320).
Hydraulic Clutch System | DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, in Canada 89021320).
Power Steering System | Power Steering Fluid (Part No. U.S. 89021184, in Canada 89021186).
Windshield Washer | Windshield Washer Solvent.
Manual Transmission | Manual Transmission Fluid (Part No. U.S. 89021806, in Canada 89021807).
Key Lock Cylinders | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).
Rear Axle | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant.
Rear Axle (Limited-Slip Differential) | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant. With a complete drain and refill add 4 ounces (118 ml) of Limited-Slip Axle Lubricant Additive (Part No. U.S. 1052358, in Canada 992694) where required. See Rear Axle.
Chassis Lubrication | Chassis Lubricant (Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood Latch Assembly, Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl | Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Hood and Door Hinges | Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474).
Weatherstrip Conditioning | Weatherstrip Lubricant (Part No. U.S. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 992887).