Pages 7–10 (4 pages)

Electrical and hydraulic checking procedures

From the 1951 Oldsmobile Super 88 Hydro-Lectric Convertible Top (Fisher Body Service News Vol 10 No 18)

Year
1951
Models
Super 88 Series convertible (top-only Hydro-Lectric system)
Publication
Fisher Body Service News Vol. 10 No. 18, Oldsmobile Division No. 6
Pages
12

Step-by-step electrical checks of the battery, battery-to-switch lead, top control switch, switch-to-motor leads and motor unit using a light tester and jumper wire. Hydraulic checks of reservoir fluid level, lift cylinder action, line pressure, pump pressure of 220 to 260 psi and leakage past cylinder pistons.

What this section covers

  • Battery and switch tests
  • Motor test
  • Fluid level
  • Pressure checks
  • Cylinder leakage
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