1997 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS air conditioning

Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your\
Oldsmobile.
Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
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Air Conditioning
Heating
Tips for Defogging and Defrosting
Rear Window Defogger
Ventilation System and Tips Setting the Clock
AM-FM Stereo
AM-FM Stereo With Cassette
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Stereo With CD Player and Cassette
and ATC
Theft-Deterrent Feature
Understanding Radio Reception
Tips About Your Audio System
Adding Sound Equipment to Your Vehicle
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Compact Discs
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decrease fan speed. To turn the fan off (which will also
turn the climate control system
off), turn the knob all the
Comfort Controls
This section tells you how to make your air system
work for you. The climate control system with air
conditioning uses ozone-friendly
R- 134a refrigerant.
With these systems, you can control the ventilation and heating in your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the
flow-through ventilation system described later in
this section.
Climate Control System with Air Conditioning
sf Fan Knob
The left knob selects the force of air you want. Turn the
knob to the right to increase fan speed and to the left to way to
the left. In any other setting, the fan will
run
continuously. The fan must be on to run the air
conditioning compressor.
Temperature Knob
The center knob regulates the temperature of the air
coming through the system.
Mode Knob
The right control knob changes the functions of the system.
/J VENT In this position the airflow comes through
the instrument panel outlets. Set the center control knob
to the temperature desired.
+# BI-LEVEL In this position the aifflow comes
through the instrument panel outlets and through the
floor outlets. Set the center control knob to the
temperature desired.
+' FLOOR In this position the airflow comes
through the
floor outlet. Set the center control knob to
the temperature desired.
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Ventilation System
For mild outside temperatures when little heating or
cooling is needed, use
VENT to direct outside air
through your vehicle. Your vehicle also has the
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
air conditioning
fan is running.
Ventilation Tips
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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.
When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, adjust the
mode
knob to FLOOR and the fan to the highest
speed 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 air path under the front seats clear
of
objects. This helps air circulate throughout
your vehicle.
To prevent circulation of outside air, press the
recirculation button. This will close all outside vents.
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Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
When you tow a trailer, your vehicle may need a
different turn signal flasher and/or extra wiring. Check
with your Oldsmobile retailer. The green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a
turn
or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps
will
also flash, telling other drivers you’re about to turn,
change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash
for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may
think drivers
behind you
are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important to check occasionally to be sure the
trailer
bulbs are still working.
Driving On Grades
I NOTICE:
Do not tow on steep continuous grades exceeding
6 miles (9.6 km). Extended, higher than normal
engine and transaxle temperatures may result
and damage your vehicle. Frequent stops are
very important to allow the engine and transaxle
to cool.
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down, you might have to use your brakes
so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well.
On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around
45 mph (70 kmk) to reduce the
possibility
of engine and transaxle overheating.
Pay attention to the engine coolant gage.
If the indicator
is in the red area,
turn off the air conditioning (if you
have
this option) to reduce engine load (see “Engine
Overheating” in the Index).
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your Oldsmobile. This section begins with service and fuel
information, and then it shows how to check important fluid an\
d lubricant levels. There is also technical information
about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.\

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Your Own Service Work
What Kind of Fuel to Use
Using Fuel in Foreign Countries Where to Put the Fuel and Filling the Tank
Checking Things Under the Hood
Checking Your Engine Oil
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
Engine Coolant
Where to Fill the Windshield Washer Fluid
Important Brake Information
Infomation on Your Vehicle’s Battery
Tips on Vehicle Storage
Bulb Replacement Procedures
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement How and When to Check Tire Inflation When
it is
Time to Buy New Tires
Wheel Alignment Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Care of the Safety Belts
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
How to Clean Aluminum Wheels
Underbody Maintenance
Recornended Appearance Care Materials
Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The Electrical System
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Replacement Bulb Types for Your Vehicle
Capacities and Specifications
Air Conditioning Specifications
Normal Replacement Parts
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Fuse
Maxi-Fuses
4)
Usage
Right-hand Electrical Center-Fog
Lamps, Radio, Body Function Control Module, Interior Lamps
Ignition Switch
Not Used
Anti-Lock Brakes
Cooling Fans
Rear Defog
Not Used
Anti-Lock Brakes Cooling Fan
HVAC Blower (Climate Control)
Cooling Fans
Cooling Fans 35)
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Usage
Air Conditioning Compressor
Not Used
Fuel
Pump
Automatic Light Control
Automatic Light Control
Horn
Daytime Running Lamps
Spare Fuses
Rear Defog
Accessory Power Outlets, Cigar Lighter
Anti-Lock Brakes
Anti-Lock Brakes
Air Conditioning Compressor,
Body Function Control Module
Automatic Transaxle
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Replacement Bulbs
High-Beam Headlamp .................... 9005
Outside Lamps Bulb
Low-Beam Headlamp .................... 9006
Front
Park/Turn ...................... 3 157 NA
Back-up
............................... 3057
Rear Turn Signal
........................ 3357
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
(CHMSL) ... 921
TaiUStoplarnp
........................... 3057
Inside Lamps Bulb
Dome .................................. 561
Capacities and Specificatio,ns
Cooling System ............. 13.6 quarts (12.9 L)
Engine Crankcase ............ 4.5 quarts (4.3 L)
Refrigerant, Air Conditioning ..... See refrigerant
charge label under the hood.
Fuel Tank ................ ._ 15.2 gallons (57.5 L)
Tire Pressures, Sizes ........... See Tire-Loading
Information label on the driver’s
side rear passenger door.
Wheel Nut Torque .......... 100 lb-ft (140 N-m)
NOTE: All capacities are approximate. When adding, be
sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended
in
this manual.
See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”
in
the Index.
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’ 3100 Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code ........................... M
Type .................................... V6
Displacement
........................ 3.1 Liters
Firing Order
...................... 1-2-3-4-5-6
Horsepower
............................. 155
Thermostat Temperature ........... 195°F (91°C)
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not sure, ask your Oldsmobile retailer.
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element ......... AC Type A- 1279C
Engine Oil Filter ................ AC Type PF-47
Spark Plugs ..... AC Type 041-940 (Platinum Plug)
Gap:
0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
Windshield Wiper Blades
Driver’s Side ................. 22 inches (56 cm)
Passenger’s Side
............... 19 inches (48 cm)
Dimensions
Length ......... I ......... 192 inches (487.8 cm)
Width
................... 69.4 inches (176.3 cm)
Height
................... 56.4 inches (143.2 cm)
Wheelbase
................ 107 inches (27 1.9 crn)
Front Tread
................ .59 inches (149.9 cm)
Rear Tread
............... 59.3 inches (150s cm)
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