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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1998-2000 -> Charging System -> Avenger, Sebring Coupe & Talon -> Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Cherokee, Dakota, Full Size Pickups & Vans, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M -> DaimlerChrysler Corp. -> Ford Motor Co. -> General Motors -> Neon
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

DaimlerChrysler Corp.
Avenger, Sebring Coupe & Talon

Never use cans to charge into high pressure side of system (compressor discharge port) or into system at high temperature, as high system pressure transferred into charging may cause it to explode.

  • Attach center hose from manifold gauge set to refrigerant dispensing manifold. Turn refrigerant manifold valves completely counterclockwise to open fully, remove protective caps from refrigerant manifold.
  • Screw refrigerant cans into manifold. Ensure gasket is in place and in good conditio...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Brake Distribution Valve & Switch -> Brake Warning Lamp Switches -> Combination Valve -> Components -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

Front & Rear Split System

When the brake pedal is depressed, both the primary (front brake) and the secondary (rear brake) master cylinder pistons are moved simultaneously to exert hydraulic fluid pressure on their respective systems, Fig. .

If the rear (secondary) brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the unrestricted secondary piston to bottom in the master cylinder bore. Primary piston movement will displace hydraulic fluid in the primary section of the master cylinder to actuate the front brake system.

If the front (primary) brake system fails, initial brake p...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-06 Gasoline Engine Models Except Catera, LeMans (1988-93) Metro, Nova (1985-88), Saturn & Sprint -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 2.4 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Install a brass drift or a screwdriver to prevent rotor from turning.
  • Remove axle nut and washer.
  • Remove ball joint pinch bolt, then using a suitable pry bar, separate ball joint from knuckle.
  • Remove drive axle from hub and bearing assembly using front hub spindle rem...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect oil/air separator hose, then vacuum harness brack...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

The Check Gauge warning lamp will light to warn the driver to inspect the oil pressure gauge, engine coolant temperature ga...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system.
  • Remove air intake duct assembly.
  • Disconnect upper transaxle cooler line.
  • Disconnect upper radiator hose.
  • Disconnect lower transaxle cooler line.
  • Disconnect cooling fan electrical connector, then remove cooling fan mounting bolts.
  • Remove cooling fan...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Rear Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva  3.1 V6 GASRear Of Engine Compartment Diagram for 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Brake Fluid Level Switch
  • Electronic Brake Control Relay
  • Engine Harness
  • Splice S-102
  • Splice S-140
  • LH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva  3.1 V6 GASLH Side Of I/P Diagram for 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Multi-Function Alarm Module
  • Ground G-200
  • Splice S-101
  • Splice S-201
  • Splice S-206
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Oldsmobile Achieva  2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Dome Lamp
  • 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva  3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • License Lamp
  • Right Hand Rear Marker Lamp
  • Turn/ Hazard- Headlamp Switch Assembly
  • Left Hand Tail/ Stop- Turn Lamps Assembly
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Oldsmobile Achieva cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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