2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue engine

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-18
CAUTION:
Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter
off can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if
the engine backfires. If it isnt th

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-19
To change the passenger compartment air filter, use the
following steps:
1. Turn off the ignition when the windshield wipers are
in the up position.
2. Raise the hood.
3. Disconnect the windshiel

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-20 How to Check
Because this operation can be a little difficult, you 
may choose to have this done at the dealership 
service department.
If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the
instructio

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-21
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow 
these steps:
The transaxle fluid
dipstick handle is 
the red loop near 
the rear of the engine
compartment. See
ªEngine Compartment
Overviewº in

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-22 How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transaxle fluid to use. See ªRecommended
Fluids and Lubricantsº in the Index.
If the fluid level is low, add only en

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-23
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX
-COOL coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to 
-34F (-37C).
Give boiling protection up to 265F (129C).
Protect against rust and co

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-24
NOTICE:
If you use an improper coolant mixture, your
engine could overheat and be badly damaged.
The repair cost wouldnt be covered by your
warranty. Too much water in the mixture can
freeze and

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Oldsmobile Intrigue 2001  Owners Manuals 6-25
CAUTION:
Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the
engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and
scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Never turn the surge tank pressure cap 
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