How to Troubleshoot a 1995 Oldsmobile 88
- 1). Experience the acceleration of the vehicle and ascertain whether the engine bogs down during rapid acceleration. This is likely caused by dirty fuel injectors or a dirty fuel filter and you will have to get a mechanic to optimize the fuel efficiency of your vehicle.
- 2). Consider the temperature when the car will not start. There have been cases of Oldsmobiles not starting in severely low temperatures due to the battery freezing. You should be aware of this potential problem.
- 3). Look for escaping engine coolant and white smoke during start-up. This could indicate a problem with a gasket in the engine of the vehicle, and something you should get checked out by a trained mechanic.
- 4). Ensure your fuel tank does not run low on fuel too often. When you run a car out of gas or allow the level to get beyond 1/8th left then it pumps a lot of air through the pump, which overheats it. This causes some severe wear and, many times, even failure while driving.
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