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Oldsmobile Ciera
Manufactured by General Motors from 1982 to 1996, the Ciera was a mid-size car and the best-selling model of Oldsmobile. It was offered in 2-door sedan, 4-door coupe and 4-door station wagon body styles.
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You replaced the thermostat on your 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera It is still overheating Any ideas?
I'm assuming you have the correct thermostat, but you should always double check. Some other things that may or may not be causing the problem could be: Your radiatior is clogged and the antifreeze isn't circulating properly. You may not have enough antifreeze in your radiator. You may not be getting enough airflow through your grille to the radiator. Your electric cooling fans may not be working properly. Your radiator cap isn't maintaining proper pressure. Your ignition timing could be off, but it believe it's computer controlled on your vehicle, so that shouldn't be it. Hope this helps! Good luck, and don't get frusterated, you'll be able to find it.
I am now able to answer my own question. Turns out that the timing chain was not the problem causing the loud knocking noise. I found a sharp mechanic and garage that I could trust. He was as puzzled as I was initially. But, it didn't take him long to diagnose the problem as a harmonic balancer. The rubber coupling in the harmonic balancer had deteriorated and created the knocking noise which was loudest when the belt was on with engine idling.
Apparently with the belt on, the load on the crank and balancer (PS pump, alternator, water pump, AC compressor, etc.) was just enough to cause the metal parts of the balancer to vibrate and knock together. With the belt off and the engine running, the noise almost disappeared. It really had us scratching our heads. We had initially both thought that it would probably be an internal engine problem. The engine has 140,000 miles and even though it has been well maintained, I knew it would not be worth rebuilding. So, I was very happy that it was just the harmonic balancer. That only cost me $330 total. That was much cheaper than buying another car which I can't afford. The removal of the part required special tools that they had. Even so, they still had some difficulty. I have some mechanical experience working on various cars and am basically fearless. However,I recommend this type of repair is best left to a skilled mechanic who has the proper tools and has done this before. This is not a good DIY project to learn on.
Where is low pressure valve to put in 134a on a Oldsmobile cutlass gls 1999?
Find the alternator, under the hood on the passenger side. Now look toward the firewall, and about a foot down from the alternator, you'll see two 2 inch pipes going into the firewall, one has a blue dust-cap on it, it's kinda difficult to reach, but if you have skinny arms you'll be able to just reach it and twist off the cap... the cap will have a 1/8'' hole in the top and a large letter L next to the hole. I hope that helps
How to change a low beam on a 94 Olds Cutlass Ciera?
Remove the three T-15 Torx screws holding the corner marker light housing in. This will expose two 10mm hex head caps screws. Remove these and the two others on the inboard side of the housing by putting a socket on a long extension through the second slot in the grille. The housing is then unbolted, but a ridge on the inboard side is trapped behind the grille. I loosen the grille and wiggle the housing from the outside edge toward the outside of the vehicle. Then remove the blue wire clip and the terminal. The angled housing will then come out by turning it clockwise in to release the bayonet connection.
Where is the turn signal relay on a 1992 sierra?
it is usually on dash somewhere look near steering column or around fuse box or behind
Check the wires. If they are fine then check the connector at the end of the wires where it connects to the bulb. If that is fine too then replace the bulbs. I did that to mine and it fixed it.
How do you replace the serpentine belt on a 1994 Olds Cutlass Supreme 3.1 liter 6-cylinder?
serpentine belt is located to the to the left side of the engine when standing in front of the car. locate the tensioner (it looks like a pulley with a short metal arm attachiing it to the engine. in the center of that pulley you take and wrench that fits that nut(i think a 15mm)then pull the wrench towards you taking tension off the belt, making sure you reroute the belt in the right way, do the same with the tensioner to allow slack to put the new belt on.
Where is the fan relay switch for a 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera with a 2.8 engine located?
where is the horn relay
How do you find the relay for the fuel pump on an 1988 cutlass cierra?
Underneath your hood, behind the passenger side headlight, behind the core support, is a bank of 2-8 relays. One of those relays is the relay needed for your fuel pump. There will also be a fuel pump relay fuse located there.
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What tools do you need to replace your water pump on a 1996 olds ciera?
how to change water pump on 1996 olds ciera and what tools do i nees
What is the fuel capacity of a 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera?
The resources I have say that you have a 15 gallon tank. Hope it helps
Will a bad thermostat prevent heater from working correctly?
MY CAR WAS DOING THE SAME THING NO HOT AIR COMING OUT OF THE HEATER I CHANGED THE THERMOSTAT. IT WASNT THE THERMOSTAT. I GOT TO CHECKING AND THE SEAL IN THE WATER PUMP WAS BAD. I REPLACED THE WATER PUMP AND IT WORKS FINE NOW.
On a 92 Oldsmobile cutlass ciera the raddie fan wount come on?
My fan will not come on, even though the diagnostic computer says its running at 220 degrees. We turned the fan by hand to see the electric motor was shot! $40 at parts store.
Where is the thermostat located on a 1987 Cutlass Ciera?
just follow the top radiater hose to it, it's almost always on top of the motor block.
Where is the Automatic Transmission Solenoid on a 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera?
whether you are referring to a shift solenoid of a torque convertor lockup solenoid, they are both inside the tranny beneath the side cover. They CAN be replaced, but locating the parts might be difficult. The solenoid just has 2 bolts, the shift solenoids screw in like a sensor. The problem is removing the side pan on most trannies is not a feat for the general population. It generally requires removing the tranny. Doing it in the vehicle is quite intensive and you may run into the situation where there is simply not emough room and would require pulling it anyways. Why they dont have an access cover is way byond me, but hell the newest cars dont even have flippin tranny dipsticks!! ARGHH I hate newer cars... If you want to tackle this yourself, besure it is the culprit. Best place to get parts,and gasket for the side pan is probably a tranny shop... Possibly a dealer
How do you adjust kickdown cable 94 olds ciera?
To adjust the kickdown cable, you'll need to pull up on the release and open the throttle all the way. After that, pull the outer cable housing tight and adjust the clamp. When you are finished, the outer housing should have no slack.
How do you change a water pump in 1993 cutlass ciera?
To change the water pump in a 1993 Cutlass Ciera, first disconnect the battery and drain the coolant. Remove the serpentine belt and any components obstructing access to the water pump, such as the fan or pulley. Unbolt the water pump from the engine block, clean the gasket surfaces, and install the new pump with a new gasket. Reassemble all components, refill the coolant, and reconnect the battery.
Where is the AC low side service port located on a 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera?
The AC low side service port on a 1994 Oldsmobile Ciera is typically located on the accumulator, which is found near the firewall on the passenger side of the engine compartment. The port is usually smaller in diameter compared to the high side port and is designed for connecting a gauge set for recharging or servicing the AC system. Be sure to identify it correctly to avoid any mistakes during maintenance.
Where is the starter on a 94 Oldsmobile cutlass ciera?
On a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, the starter is located on the lower passenger side of the engine, mounted to the transmission bell housing. To access it, you may need to lift the vehicle and remove the protective splash shield if equipped. Disconnect the battery before attempting any work on the starter to ensure safety.
