If the battery's dead it could be the alternator or a bad battery. If not, the starter. Try jumping it. If it starts the starter's OK. Then investigate the alternator and battery.
Does it turn over but not start..?? There is a difference. Doesn't turn over would most likely be the battery, which is typically followed by a clicking noise. That would be the starter solenoid trying to engage but the battery doesn't have enough power to do so.
If jumping it starts it right up, let it run for 10 or 15 minutes then (while running) check the voltage at the battery terminals. If it's above 14 volts, the alternator is doing it's job and the battery is dead. If the voltage is less than 14, then the alternator needs to be replaced.
My 1986 Olds Cutlass Calais doesn't have a serpentine belt. It has a separate alternator belt. How do I change it?
i need an oil pump fro a 1988 oldsmobile cutlass calais where can i buy one? sherryparris@gmail.com
I have the same problem with my 1990 Olds Cutlass Calais, 5 speed. I've noticed that if I force the Reverse gear into the bottom right corner of the pattern, the lights will turn on. Otherwise they won't. Past that, don't know, good luck. I have the same problem with my 1990 Olds Cutlass Calais, 5 speed. I've noticed that if I force the Reverse gear into the bottom right corner of the pattern, the lights will turn on. Otherwise they won't. Past that, don't know, good luck.
In the oil pan
In the computer.
if it is a standard transmission, check the clutch switch on the pedal, may fix the problem. it did on my accord. i own a calais w/o cruise. hope you find the problem.
under car in the back by gas tank
no thay will fit a 1998 and up
this car in 1981 had a 4.4 litre which i think is a 267ci
I have a 1977 cutlass calais with t tops sadly the passenger side top shatered due to the car being trailered and catching a stone! Does anyone know where to get one iv looked endlessly!
Is the Claias 2.3L 2.5L or 3300?
The Oldsmobile Calais, also known as the Cutlass Calais, was produced by General Motors from 1985 to 1991. In 1987, the Quad 4 engine was developed and the 1988 Calais was fitted with it. All?æof the Quad 4 14 engine types of the 2.3 liter version are interchangeable on the 1988 Calais.