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#5777 of 5865 Re: Classic vs. Next Generation [Henry] by Henry Feb 04, 2007 (2:03 pm)
Replying to: Henry (Feb 04, 2007 1:35 pm) I could not format my posting into columns, hence all of the emotion icons. Also, I thought the legroom was less in the 2003 vs. the 1995. But i think there is more to it than a .1 inch difference.   The fuel tank size difference would account for the longer cruising distance of the Classic over the 2000's. However, I have a clear memnory of the classic fuel tank being 18.5 gallons and not 20.   I got the 20 gallons form the 1995 sales broshure. Do any Classic owners have a different figure for their years?   Henri
#5778 of 5865 Re: my 95 aurora,NEED HELP DESPERATE,PLEASE [joe600] by imidazol97 Feb 04, 2007 (2:05 pm)
Replying to: joe600 (Feb 03, 2007 1:10 pm) 5771, 5774 are responses.
#5779 of 5865 my 95 aurora............thanks............... by joe600 Feb 05, 2007 (9:53 am)
no problems with the vats system went through that already.I put a fuel pressure regulator on it,no cold hard starts anymore.Took it to the dealership for the fuel rail recall to get done.cleaned out throttle body runs like new!Also put a k&n filter in it.As far as the inside/outside temp gauge i was told to check the wires going to the thermistor under the bumper that reads the outside temp.Hope it works.As far as the engine temp gauge not moving untill i put it in drive well thats next to figure out,and the doorlocks going crazy when i plug the relay in well....hum........thanks the info on here is like a gift from god !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
#5780 of 5865 Stupid autotheft by sampson6 Feb 06, 2007 (8:52 am)
hey guys,   just put a fresh battery in the olds aurora 97, (200 CAN later), and my audio system, or rather cd and am/fm radio system is locked up. Wouldn't be a problem if i didnt buy the car used and had the unlock code. its wasnt an ez code either as its not 000 or 100 or 111 or anything like that. The previous owner didnt put the code in the owners manual either i dont think. Don't know how to unlock the things any suggestions?   thanks
#5781 of 5865 new rubber; still going strong by eg98 May 13, 2007 (7:28 pm)
Put new tires on my '98. Running about 170,000km and hoping to get two more years out of her.   Lost the silly "hubcap" off the driver's side rear wheel. Will probably try to track one down at a wrecker's yard (no way I am paying for a new one).   Still think it is a great highway car, though I commute in town.
#5782 of 5865 Premium Fuel A Must? by just_dave May 20, 2007 (5:59 pm)
I'm considering buying a 1999 Aurora, and have heard that Olds recommended premium fuel for these machines. Just wondering what the real-world experience is on the subject, and whether there are any negative effects from using regular. Gas is becoming expensive enough without diving into the need to buy a higher grade.   Thanks! Replies to this message: blk97aurora (May 22, 2007 3:15 pm)
#5783 of 5865 Re: Premium Fuel A Must? [just_dave] by blk97aurora May 22, 2007 (3:15 pm)
Replying to: just_dave (May 20, 2007 5:59 pm) Dave,   I do not remember if the wording was 'required' or 'recommended.' Some people on this forum have reported using regular 87 octane with no deliterious effects other than lower power. The thing they have not reported is that they also get lower fuel mileage.   The engine computer (ECM) uses a knock sensor to retard spark timing when detonation occurs, so you will not damage your engine.   Olds' recommendation or requirement was for 91 octane. Since premium where I drive is 93 octane and mid-level is 89, I sometimes fill a half-empty tank with 89 to save a few pennies.   Les
#5784 of 5865 Re: Premium Fuel A Must? by just_dave May 22, 2007 (4:07 pm)
Thanks Les. I had been reading reviews of the Aurora from years back, and a couple of them mentioned a need for high-octane but it wasn't clear if that was just a recommendation or requirement. Good to know that it will handle lower octane with no problems.   What kind of real-world gas mileage do you get with the Aurora? Replies to this message: blk97aurora (May 26, 2007 7:13 am)
#5785 of 5865 Mileage depends... by hammen2 May 23, 2007 (3:07 pm)
...upon whether you have the "Autobahn" optional 3.71 rear gear or the standard (3.48?).   I have the Autobahn Aurora... mileage goes anywhere from 18 mpg if it's predominantly city driving to 26 mpg if it's predominantly highway. My Aurora also runs better on non-reformulated gas (i.e. no Ethanol)...
#5786 of 5865 Re: Premium Fuel A Must? [just_dave] by blk97aurora May 26, 2007 (7:13 am)
Replying to: just_dave (May 22, 2007 4:07 pm) Dave,   My experience with my non-Autobahn Aurora pretty much matches Robert's 18/26 with an exception. On several 600-mile trips between NJ and TN, I have gotten 31-32 mpg. Conditions: a/c off, windows up, very steady on the throttle, and speed limit + 5 to 10. Mileage was consistent between DIC and miles divided by actual fuel used. I did not use cruise control because I think I can do a better job because I can see hills coming up.   The EPA rating for '96-'99 Auroras was 17/26; as far as I know, there was no difference for Autobahn-equipped Auroras. YMMV.   Les

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