Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE1997LSS V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSCAPACITY SPECIFICATIONSHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSYSTEM SPECIFICATIONSREFRIGERANT OIL CAPACITY
1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN K
Refrigerant Oil Capacity
1997 Oldsmobile LSS V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Refrigerant Oil Capacity
The compressor system requires 240 ml (8 fl. oz.) of PAG refrigerant oil.
New oil must be added to the system when components are replaced, as follows:
^ Compressor - Remove the compressor and drain the oil. Measure the oil removed. Drain the oil from the new compressor. If more than 30 ml (1 fl. oz.) is drained from the compressor being replaced, install that amount of clean oil back into the new compressor. If less than 30 ml (1 fl. oz.) is drained from the old compressor, add 60 ml (2 fl. oz.) of clean oil to the new compressor.
^ Evaporator - Add 90 ml (3 fl. oz.).
^ Condenser - Add 30 ml (1 fl. oz.).
^ Accumulator - Add 105 ml (3.5 fl. oz.).
The accumulator should only be replaced when a physical perforation to the shell is found resulting in a leak, the O-ring seat is damaged, or the inlet/outlet line fitting threads are damaged. With signs of extensive oil leakage:
^ Remove the accumulator. Drain, measure and record quantity of oil in accumulator.
^ If amount of oil drained is less than 90 ml (3 oz.), add 90 ml (3 oz) of new oil to the system.
^ If amount of oil drained is more than 90 ml (3 oz), add same amount of new oil as drained.
New oil must be added to the system when components are replaced, as follows:
^ Compressor - Remove the compressor and drain the oil. Measure the oil removed. Drain the oil from the new compressor. If more than 30 ml (1 fl. oz.) is drained from the compressor being replaced, install that amount of clean oil back into the new compressor. If less than 30 ml (1 fl. oz.) is drained from the old compressor, add 60 ml (2 fl. oz.) of clean oil to the new compressor.
^ Evaporator - Add 90 ml (3 fl. oz.).
^ Condenser - Add 30 ml (1 fl. oz.).
^ Accumulator - Add 105 ml (3.5 fl. oz.).
The accumulator should only be replaced when a physical perforation to the shell is found resulting in a leak, the O-ring seat is damaged, or the inlet/outlet line fitting threads are damaged. With signs of extensive oil leakage:
^ Remove the accumulator. Drain, measure and record quantity of oil in accumulator.
^ If amount of oil drained is less than 90 ml (3 oz.), add 90 ml (3 oz) of new oil to the system.
^ If amount of oil drained is more than 90 ml (3 oz), add same amount of new oil as drained.
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.