1993 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE air conditioning

Comfort Controls & Pdio Systems
Flow-Through Wntilation System
Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation
system supplies outside air into the
vehicle when it is moving. Outside air
will also enter the vehicle when the
heater or the air conditioning fan is
running.
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Ventilation Tips:
Keep the hood and front air inlet free
of ice, snow, or
any other obstruction
(such as leaves). The heater and
defroster will work far better, reducing
the chance of fogging the inside of
your windows.
weather,
turn the blower fan to HIGH
for a few moments before driving off.
This helps clear the intake ducts of
snow and moisture, and reduces
the
chance of fogging the inside of your
windows.
When you enter a vehicle in cold
Keep the area around the base of the
center instrument panel console and
the air path under the front seats clear
of objects. This helps
air to circulate
throughout your vehicle.
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Position
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Rating Circuitry
(AMI?)
30
30
30
Hazard Flasher
Clutch Control Relay, Cruise Control
Not Used
Power Windows Circuit Breaker Power SeatIPower Sliding Door Motor Circuit Breaker
Rear Defogger Circuit Breaker
Air Conditioning Blower Relay
Horn Relay
Chime Module
Defogger Timer Relay
15 With 3800 V6 engine only: Canister Purge Solenoid, A/C
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Junction Block Fuse
You’ll find this fuse under the hood in
the ABS junction block, located next to
the remote positive jump starting
terminal.
To
open the junction block, press in on
both sides
of the cover.
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Capacities & Specifications
Engine Crankcase (All Models) .........................
When changing filter, up to '/2 quart (1/2 liter)
more oil
my be needed.
When draining
or replacing torque converter,
more fluid
may be needed.
3-Speed:
Automatic Transaxle
Pan Removal
and Replacement .......................
After Complete Overhaul ...........................
Pan Removal and Replacement .......................
After Complete Overhaul ...........................
4-Speed:
Cooling System
3.lL V6 Engine:
4 quarts
4 quarts
7 quarts
6 quarts
8 quarts
With Air Conditioning
.............................. 12% quarts
With Rear Climate Control
.......................... 14% quarts
With Air Conditioning.
............................. 11% quarts
With Rear Climate Control
.......................... 13 Y2 quarts
3800 V6 Engine:
3.75 L
3.80 L
6.60 L
5.70 L
6.70 L
12.00 L
13.50 L
11.05 L
12.65 L
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
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Service & Appearance Care
Capacities & Specifications (CONT.)
Refrigerant, Air Conditioning .......................... See refrigerant charge label under hood.
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air
conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure
the proper refrgerant
is used. If you’re not sure, ask your
Oldsmobile dealer.
FuelTank ........................................... 20gallons
Power Steering
3.n V6 Engine:
Pump Only ...................................... 1 pint
Complete System
.................................. 1 ?4 pints
76.00 L
0.50 L
0.60 L
3800 V6 Engine:
pump only ...................................... 1 pint
Complete System.
................................. 1 pints
0.50 L
.70 L
Tire Pressures, Sizes .................................. See Certification/Tire label on driver’s door.
Wheel Nut Torque ................................... 100 pound-feet (140 Nem)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fiil to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
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ITEM
NO.
5
6
7
SERVICE
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection-
Inspect the drive belt for cracks, hying, wear and
proper tension. Replace as needed.
Cooling
System Service*-Drain, flush and refill
the system with new or approved recycled coolant
conforming to
GM Specification 1825M. Keep
coolant at the proper mixture as specified. See the
Index under Coolant. This provides proper freeze
protection, corrosion inhibitor level and engine operating temperature.
Inspect hoses and replace if they
are cracked,
swollen or deteriorated. Tighten screw-type hose
clamps. Clean the outside of the radiator and air
conditioning condenser. Wash the pressure cap and
neck.
To help ensure proper operation, we recornmend a
pressure test of both the cooling system
and the
pressure cap.
Transaxle Service-Change both the fluid and
filter every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle
is mainly driven under one or more
of these
conditions:
ITEM
NO. SERVICE
In heavy city traffic where the outside tem-
perature regularly reaches
90" F (32" C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police car or delivery
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, change both the fluid and filter
every
100,OOO miles (160 000 km).
with the proper type. See the Index under
Replacement Parts.
9 Spark Plug Wire Inspection*-Inspect for burns,
cracks
or other damage. Check the boot fit at the
distributor or coils and at the spark plugs. Replace
wires as needed. service.
8 Spark Plug
Replacement*-Replace spark plugs
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