20 Most Recent 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado - Page 4 Questions & Answers

you will have to remove you valve cover to get to the rocker arm. the valve cover is where you put oil in. you can take off the oil cap and look inside with a flashlight, you will see rocker arms and such that is the easy way.

try changing the alternator ,one of the diodes has packed up

I would check the radiator coolant level and the engine oil level. Then call the mechanic and return the car to them and have it checked thoroughly. If the car did this after picking it up ther is probably something that the mechanic missed when repairing your car.

try sparying wd forty in it and work it back in foward and put powder giffite in it should come loose

Replacing the complete axle is always the wise thing to do, and it sounds like you have the problem well under control, and just be sure that the axle seats all the way into the trans-axle, and you should also coat the end of the new axle where the axle seal rides with some fresh transmission fluid or some petroleum jelly to help prevent damage to the axle seal.

Better check you flex plate make sure all the bolts are tight. this will create a bang in park and nutrial.

You will need a mechanic to put the spring back on as it is brute force that does the trick.
Running a rope through the end - and having an elephant back up and stretch it on the hood is close to what needs to be done. Let a pro do it as this can be injury dangerous.

Take the starter out and have it tested.

You can get the firing order on link below.

http://www.offroaders.com/tech/V8-engine-firing-order.htm

The rear calipers have the emergency brake lever on them.Remove the brake calipers by removing the two slide bolts that the caliper slides on,these also mount the brake caliper.Remove the pads from the caliper,and turn the piston that is in the brake caliper.One side will go left as you push inward,the other side will turn right(the other caliper).Make sure to align the notches up on the caliper piston,so the pads will fit in the notches when you place them in the caliper.The auto parts store offers a cheap tool to do this with,it is square,and has a combination of different notches to choose from.The tool will take a 3/8 drive ratchet.Now be sure to turn the piston in the caliper(left or right turning)all the way.When you put the pads in the caliper,the caliper will far on,and have a lot of space between the pads,and the rotor.You want to get the slack out of the brake pads,so remove the caliper and turn the piston to where it comes back out.It make take a little while,but make sure to have no slack,or space between the brake pads,and the rotor.But you have to be able to turn the rotor.The brake pads just need to almost touch the rotor.When you are finished,apply your emergency brake several times.The emergency brake will adjust itself.I hope this was helpful,and remember,not to disconnect any brake lines or bleeders,there is no need to,Let us know if this helps,thank you.

first off chock wheels. Jack up the car remove wheels. Remove the calipers by loosing 2 bolts. If this is a complete replacement you will need to unscrew the breakline. Dont forget to bleed the breaks after. best of luck

Did you check tranny fluid when its hot or cold? because cold you may overfill.

possible overheating fuel pump in the tank

your headlight switch is overheating from high resistance. if you dont replace it, it could get hot enough to catch fire. have it replaced.

plugs, wires coils, throttle body, MAF , bad timing chain bad ECM. Take it to repair shop.

Nothing specific as engine number is not disclosed but; Typical plug sites are in the side of the block under a manifold ; at the back, inside or above the clutch housing - awkwardly near the bulkhead; and in the top of the cylinder head, often hidden under an overhead camshaft . Plugs can blow out completely, resulting in a sudden loss of coolant.

Question edited for clarity, and toss in some CAPS. The torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid is in the valve body, behind the side cover. Dec 6, 2009

Torque Converter Clutch & Location ' Oldsmobile & GMC Acadia

and there are videos as well https://www.google.com/search?q=1996+oldsmobile+ciera+tcc+solenoid+location ..

Check it by using your hazard lights. If they flash, the relay is OK and you have a woring issue.