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1990 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Touring 3.8L Compressor Oil
Posted to GM HVAC on 4/28/2004 11 Replies

Fellow Techs, could someone tell me why GM has made it mandatory to use PAG oil vs. using ESTER oil? GM has gone as far to say that the compressors warranty can be voided if ESTER is used. I have heard that there is also a dye in PAG that identifies the oil. M...

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car Vehicle Data

1990 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Touring

VIN 1G3CV54C4L
Engine3.8 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic
DeliveryFI
AffectedCompressor Oil
ConditionsPag vs Ester
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1990 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Touring

VIN 1G3CV54C4L
Engine3.8 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic
DeliveryFI
AffectedCompressor Oil
ConditionsPag vs Ester