20 Most Recent 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette - Page 2 Questions & Answers

yes the starter does have to be removed but also the engine mounts must be also as the engine must be raised about 10 " to get the pan out. if you do try this make sure you have very very sturdy jack stands for the engine to just a jack as the jack will lift it but wont maintain it long enough to safely remove the pan and reinstall it......good luck and be very carefull

there is an abs sensor at each wheel with a wire connected to each one..

it needs to be adjusted. lossen the lock nut and slowly turn the nss until it starts. tighten up the nut and it should be fine.

Evap system leak. Usually a bad gas cap, replace with an OEM part, not the cheap ones at the parts store. Also remove any rust, debris or varnish from filler neck where the gas cap screws onto with fine steel wool, be careful not to scratch it up or get stuff into the neck. Otherwise, there is a leak in the evap (fuel reclaiming unit), check all gas tank and evap system hoses for leaks or cracks.

located above passenger side kick panel

The process of removing car door panels is essentially the same for each make of car. You may need to remove these panels when your fixing locks or power windows, replacing window cranks, installing speakers or replacing the side mirrors. Learning how to remove the panels yourself can save money on simple car repairs.Related Searches:

Difficulty: Moderately EasyInstructionsThings You'll Need

• Set of screwdrivers
• L pick
• Small flashlight
• Ratchet and socket

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     Check out how the door panels are attached to the car. Most panels use screws and bolts but others have snap-in fittings. Gather all the tools you need for removing the door panels. If the panel is attached with screws and bolts, you need a screwdriver or ratchet and socket. Car door panels with snap-in fittings are easily removed with a flathead screwdriver.

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     Locate where the screws and bolts are before starting. These are usually found in the arm rest area, along the bottom or sometimes near the door lights.

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     Roll down the car door window. Begin removing all screws and bolts that hold the door panel onto the car. If your car has snap-in fittings, pry gently on the bottom corner of the door panel until the fittings pop out.

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     Remove the power window control panel if your car has power windows. The control panel should pry out easily, and then you unplug the wiring harness from the back and place it to the side.

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     Use an L pick and flashlight when locating a manual window crank. Look behind the window crank and slide the pick under the edge of the metal clip that holds the crank in place. Remove the clip and pull the crank off.

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     Remove the door handle by unscrewing the small screw located in the center. Gently pull the door handle out until you see the back of the handle and unclip the rod from the door handle. This should remove the handle unless the handle and door lock are attached, then you just unclip the rod from the lock and remove them both together.

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     Unscrew the cap off rear upper corner door panel locks. These don't have a rod attaching them to the handle and unscrew separately from the door handle.

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     Pop the door panel off after you've removed everything. Gently pry on the bottom edge of the door panel until it releases. Pull out and up to completely remove the door panel.

Somehow the threads in the cylinder head have been damaged. The plug has come loose and been forced out by the compression gases formed during combustion. This is not typical wear and tear. The threads do not usually wear out over time. Were the plugs replaced recently? The center plug may have had a burr or nick that stripped the threads in the head as it was screwed in. Or the old plug may have been seized and damaged the threads on its way out as it was removed. Either way, you will need to have it checked. It may be possible to repair the damaged threads with a Helicoil, but it is not a do-it-yourself kind of repair. I would take it to a reputable repair shop and see if they can tell you why the plug blew out in the first place.

That is for your cigarette lighter/power sockets. Unplug anything in the sockets and check for anything stuck in there shorting them out.