1995 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE air conditioning

Rear Climate Control (Option)
If you have this option, you will have a master control
for the rear fan on the center instrument panel console,
and a rear control next to the rear seat, on the driver’s
side of the vehicle.
To maintain a comfortable temperature in the rear, use
either rear fan control to adjust the force
of air coming
through the rear outlets. See “Rear Fan
-- Master
Control” and “Rear Fan
-- Rear Control” later in
this section.
Select the desired climate control mode using the
directional controls on the instrument panel (see
“Directional Controls” earlier in the section). The mode
you choose will regulate both the front and rear climate
control systems. The temperature of heated or cooled air
directed to the rear
of the vehicle cannot be adjusted
with the temperature control
lever.
Select RECIRC, UPPER, BI-LEV or LOWER when
outside temperatures are warm or moderate. In
the RECIRC mode,
or if you press A/C when the
system is in the UPPER or BI-LEV modes, cooled air
will be directed to the rear
of the vehicle through the
overhead and third-row air conditioning outlets. If
you
select NC in the LOWER mode, cooled air will be
directed through the rear
floor vent (see “Rear Air
Vents“ later in this section) unless the temperature
control lever
is set approximately 30% from the full
cold setting. Heated air will result with the temperature
control
lever setting above 30% from the full cold
setting. Temperature adjustment of the heated air is
not possible. Cooled air will again return when the
temperature control lever setting is returned to
approximately
25% from the full cold setting.
If you do not select A/C in the UPPER or BI-LEV
modes, air directed to the rear of the vehicle will be
cabin temperature.
Select LOWER,
DEFOG or DEF when outside
temperatures are cool. In these modes, heated air will be
directed to the rear
of the vehicle through the rear side
window vents and the rear floor heater vent.
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Rear Window Defogger
Press R.DEF (Rear Defog) to warm the defogger grid
on the rear window. The indicator light will glow while
the rear window defogger is operating. The rear
window defogger will turn off automatically after about
10 minutes of use. If you turn it on again, the defogger
will operate for about five minutes only.
You can also
turn the defogger off by turning off the ignition or
pressing the switch again.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license across the
defogger grid on the rear window.
Flow-Through Ventilation 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.
Ventilation Tips
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1 NOTICE:
Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp
on the inside
of the rear window. If you do, you
could cut or damage the warming grid, and the
repairs wouldn’t
be covered by your warranty. 0
Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or
any other obstruction (such as leaves). This will
allow
the heater and defroster to work much better,
reducing the chance of fogging the i.nside of your
windows.
When
you enter a vehicle in cold 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.
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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Circuit Breakermelay Panel
Circuit breakers and relays are located in the circuit
breakerhelay panel. This is located behind the panel
under the glove
box, near the passenger's door.
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4
5
Position Circuitry
1 Hazard Flasher
2 With 3800 V6 engine only: Canister Purge
Solenoid, A/C Clutch Control Relay, Cruise
Control
Not Used
Power Windows Circuit Breaker
6
7
8
9
10
Power SeatlPower Sliding Door Motor Circuit
Breaker
Rear Defogger Circuit Breaker
Air Conditioning Blower Relay
Horn Relay
Chime Module
Defogger Timer Relay
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Capacities and Specifications
Engine Crankcase (All Models) ...........................
Oil change with filter change. Use your dipstick to measure.
Automatic Transaxle
When draining or replacing torque convertec more fluid may be needed.
3-Speed
Pan Removal and Replacement ..............................
After Complete Overhaul ...................................
Pan Removal and Replacement ..............................
4-Speed
. . 4-1/2 to 5 marts 3.75 L
4 quarts
7 quarts
6 quarts
8 quarts
12 11’2 quarts 3.80
L
6.60 L
5.70 L
7.60 L
12.00 L
After Complete Overhaul ...................................
Cooling System
3.1L
V6 Engine
3800
V6 Engine
With Air Conditioning .....................................
With Air Conditioning ..................................... 11 1/2 quarts 10.75 L
With Rear Climate Control .................................. 13 quarts 12.25 L
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual.
FrontA/Conly
............................................. 2 1/4 pounds 1.02 kg
Front and Rear A/C .......................................... 3 pounds 1.36 kg
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning s-ystem in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the
proper
refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer: For additional information, see your “Warranty and
Owner Assistance Information
” booklet.
Refrigerant (R134a), Air Conditioning
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