air filter OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE 1995 Owners Manual

Air Cleaner
The air cleaner for the 3.1L V6 engine is circular in
shape and is located toward the back of the engine
compartment, near the center.
The air cleaner for the 3800 V6 engine is located at the
front
of the engine compartment (on the driver’s side of
the vehicle), to the left of the windshield washer fluid
reservoir.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule
to determine when to
replace the air filter and the crankcase ventilation filter.
See “Scheduled Maintenance Services’’
in the Index.
I NOTICE:
If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a
damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which
will damage it. Always
have the air cleaner in place when you’re driving.
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3.1L V6: Checking the Air Cleaner Filter
To Check or Replace (3.1L V6)
1. Remove the large wing nut and lift the cover.
2. Remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter, replace the
cover and tighten the wing
nut securely.
3800 V6: Replacing the Air Cleaner Filter
To Check or Replace (3800 V6)
1. Loosen the four wing nuts.
2. Pull the top of the air cleaner toward the front of the
vehicle and remove the air cleaner filter.
3. Be sure to install the air cleaner filter, replace the
cover and tighten the wing nuts securely.
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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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Engine Specifications
VIN Engine Code . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . .
Type .............................................
Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compression Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firingorder .......................................
Thermostat Temperature Specification . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . .
3.1L V6 Engine
D
V6
3.1 Liters
8.5:
1
1-2-3-4-5-6
195
OF (91OC)
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . AC Type A-773C
Engine Oil Filter.
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Type PF-47
PCVValve
........................................ ACTypeCV-789C
Spark Plugs
, . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC Type oR43TS
Remote Lock Control Battery (1)
. . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CR2032
Gap: 0.045 inch
(1.14
mm)
3800 V6 Engine
1
V6
3.8 Liters
9.0:
1
1-6-5-4-3-2
195°F (91 "C)
AC Type A-974C AC Type PF-47
AC Type CV-892C AC Type 41-601
Gap: 0.060 inch (1.52 mm)
CR2032
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Maintenance Schedule
I Schedule I Definition I
Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is
true for your vehicle:
0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop-and-go traffic).
0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top 0.f
your vehicle.
Schedule
I should also be followed if the vehicle is used
for delivery service, police, taxi, or other commercial
application.
Schedule I Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) or 3 Months
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) or 6 months
Chassis Lubrication
At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) - Then Every
12,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Tire Rotation
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Spark Plug Replacement
Cooling System Service (or every
24 months)
Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions)
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
Spark
Plug Wire Inspection
Exhaust
Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection
(or every
60 months) (3.1L Code D engine only)
Engine Timing and Distributor Check (or every
60 months) (3.1 L Code D engine only)
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection
(or every 60 months)
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
Every
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
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Maintenance Schedule
I Schedule I1 Definition
Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditions from
Schedule
I are true.
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months)
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months)
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) - Then Every
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
Tire Rotation
Cooling System Service (or every
24 months)
Spark Plug Replacement
Air Cleaner Filter Replacement
Air Cleaner Hoses, Ducts
& Valves Inspection
(3.1L Code D Engine Only)
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
Automatic Transaxle Service (severe conditions)
Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection
Spark Plug Wire Inspection
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Inspection
(or every
60 months) (3.1L Code D engine only)
Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection (or every
60 months)
Engine Timing and Distributor Check (or every
60 months) (3.1L Code D engine only)
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I Maintenance Schedule I I
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
The services shown in ms. schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles
(166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Footnotes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle's useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I
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12,000 Miles '(20 000 km)
0 Change engine uil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever ocars. first).
0 Lubricate the suspension and steering
An Emission Control Sewice.
linkage, transaurle shift Wage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
pohts and linkage (or evev 6 months,
whichever occurs first).
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occws first).
An Emission Control Service.
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if
necessary.
An Emission Control Service.
0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY:
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Maintenance Schedule I
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
0 Lubricate the suspension and steering
An Emission Control Service.
linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
points and linkage (or every
6 months,
whichever occurs first).
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every
24 months, whichever occurs first).
See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what
to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure
test the cooling system and pressure cap.
An Elnissiou Control Service.
0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
Service.
more often under dusty conditions.
An Emission Control Sen)ice.
17 Rotate tires. See “Tire inspection and
Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
I DATE I ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I
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Maintenance Schedule I
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Contrd Service.
0 Lubricate the suspension and steering
linkage, transaxle shift linkage, parking
brake cable guides and underbody contact
points and linkage
(or every 6 months,
whichever occurs first).
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or
every
24 months, whichever occurs first).
See “Engine Coolant”
in the Index for what
to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator,
condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure
test the cooling system and pressure cap.
AH
Emission Control Service.
0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Corltro1Servic.e.
0 Inspect spark plug wires. AI? Emissiolz
Contlvl Service. -t-
0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter
more often under dusty conditions.
An Emission Control Senrice.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect
fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed (or every
60 months). A11 Emis,vioz~ Com-ol Serr?c-e.’I
Cl Inspect Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
system (or every 60 months) (3.1L Code D
engine only). AI? E111issio1z Corzml Scn!ic.c. -1
0 Engine Timing and Distributor Check or
every 60 months) (3.1 L Code D engine only j.
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
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