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1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Exhaust, Clutch.
Mileage: 290,000 miles.

Asked on December 1, 2012

Oldsmobile Cutlass Engine Problem

Hi, i have problems with my cutlass its a 3,1V6 automatic with overdrive, its has a shudder to it while idleing and i lose power during steering and brake, sometimes to the point it stalls on me, i checker all engine fliuds are normal, i have no idea what this is, i also have exhaust coming from the exhaust manifold, heavy octane smell from the engine , my guesses are compression problems or O2 sensors, please help i need to be on the road in a few days
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torque converter clutch is slipping for the shutter.

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Roy

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