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Yes, it is possible to drop a 455 engine into an 1988 Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo, but it may require modifications to fit properly. A compatible transmission option would be the TH400 or a 200-4R transmission, which can handle the power of the 455 engine.
Viewed from the engine compartment, the blower motor is behind the engine on the firewall, towards the center of the car. It is usually black and has two larger wires running to it, one purple and one black.
The Oldsmobiles were generally all aqua colored; But a few were painted gold also.
The Rocket 350 oldsmobile engines will bolt in as well as the Rocket 455 olds.
To get the computer codes you press the "Off" and Warm" buttons on the A/C unit at the same time.
The 1987 Oldsmobile Toronado came standard equipment with the 3.8L (231 ci) 90 degree V6 engine, The fuel filter on this model should be located forward of the fuel tank. The OEM General Motors replacement inline filter is AC Delco #GF652.
the power steering pump is on the top left of the engine , i think it's the highest point of the serpentine belt route.
An olds 350 engine such as one that they put in the 1979 toronados. Don't think you could put a Chevy 350 in without major mods.
Open hood and follow side of engine on the front. Should see it. It will be right in middle of car. Easiest to change from bottom though
the fuel filter is located on the drivers side next to the bottom of the engine. if you follow the gas line on drivers side to the engine you will see the fuel filter
Yes in the '79 to '85 toronado's. You will need an olds 350 engine such as the ones put in the '79 toronado's.
When replaceing the toronado engine, The intake and carb must come from a toronado or Riviera because it is lower. The 78 came with a 403. A 307 or 455 Olds engine will work also as long as you put the low profile intake on