For a 2004 Oldsmobile Alero, it's recommended to use 5W-30 motor oil for optimal performance. You can choose either conventional or synthetic oil, depending on your preference and driving conditions. Always check the owner's manual for specific oil specifications and capacity to ensure proper maintenance.
The Oldsmobile Alero has a sealed system with no dipstick. A total change requires approximately 9.5 quarts of Dexron III transmission oil.
no you cannot use it in 2004 Oldsmobile alero
4.5 quarts
After changing the engine oil, you must reset the system. To reset the system, you must do the following: 1. With the ignition key to ON, push the RESET button located in the driver's side instrument panel fuse block. 2. When the CHANGE OIL light starts to flash, press and hold the RESET button again. The reset is complete when you hear the chimes sound and the CHANGE OIL light goes out. I can e-mail you the manual for the Alero 2001 for 14.95 us forward your payment to paypal send to : ray_rayon@hotmail.com use paypal If you want the Alero use manual on CD then 29.95us
Use 5W-30. It is the recommended weight by GM.
If you are wanting to change your oil and don't know how to get it out, you use an oil pan. to get the oil out, go underneath your securely elevated car and look for a square box under there (metal in the components) it should be in the front, middleish, slightly behind your motor. To make sure it's the right box, look for a small screw on the back edge (this is for the 2004 oldsmobile alero) you'll need a wrench, but make sure to put your chest below the screw and your oil pan on top of your chest. or else you will get oil all over yourself. The oil filter is in the front side of the box. btw my directions are as the car drives (forward is front)
The Oldsmobile Alero has a capacity of 9.5 quarts of transmission oil. It is important to use Dexron III oil and not Mercon.
Should be 4.5 Quarts with oil/filter change. To be sure, park the vehicle on a level surface. Change the oil and filter and add 4 qts. of oil. Start the engine and run for 1 minute. Shut down and wait 1 hour. Check the level and add if necessary. Do not overfill. You now know the capacity.
( 5 quarts ) with engine oil filter change
On a 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, the oil drain plug is located on the bottom of the engine oil pan. To access it, you'll need to lift the vehicle safely and then look for the plug, which is typically a hex or square shape. Make sure to use the appropriate size socket or wrench to avoid rounding the plug. Always ensure the engine is cool before attempting to change the oil.
The 1999 Oldsmobile can use any SAE certified motor oil. The manufacturer recommends 10W-30 weight motor oil. Extreme climates can use a heavier motor oil.
Plug Underneath car on the oil pan.. And take off the oil filter on bottom.... USE OIL PAN....Because oil will come out quick...