1997 Oldsmobile Bravada Owner's Manual - Page 231

I ~- 1 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS . ~ -. . ~ .- . ~ .~ ~.. ~- .. FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECTTHE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. As shown i n the chart. SAE SW-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it's going to be 0" F (- 1 8 " C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not LIS(;: other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-SO. HOT WEATHER , . . ...- LOOK FOR MIS SYMBOL "F -I I NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certif'ied For Gasoline Engines "Starburst" symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. G M Goodwrench@o i l meets all the requirements for your vehicle. If you are i n a11area where the temperature fills below -20°F (-29°C). consider using either an SAE SW-30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW-30 oil. Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for engine at extremely low temperatures. x -30 00 NOT USE SAE 2DW-50 ORANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 6-11