2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue oil filter

Table of Contents (cont'd)
Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care
Section
7
Section
6
Scheduled Maintenance
Owner Checks and Services
Periodic Maintenance InspectionsRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
Maintenance Records
iv
Fuel
Checking Fluids and Lubricants
GM Oil Life System™
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Brakes
Bulb ReplacementWindshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires and Wheels
Appearance Care
Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Capacities and Specifications
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information,
and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your
vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6
-2 Service
6
-3 Fuel
6
-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries
6
-5 Filling Your Tank
6
-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container
6
-8 Checking Things Under the Hood
6
-11 Engine Oil
6
-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
6
-18 Passenger Compartment Air Filter
6
-19 Automatic Transaxle Fluid
6
-22 Engine Coolant
6
-26 Cooling System Pressure Cap
6
-26 Power Steering Fluid
6
-27 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-29 Brakes
6
-32 Battery6
-33 Bulb Replacement
6
-42 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
6
-43 Tires
6
-51 Appearance Care
6
-51 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
6
-53 Care of Safety Belts
6
-55 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
6
-56 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated
Wheels (If Equipped)
6
-57 Finish Damage
6
-58 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
6
-59 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
6
-59 Service Parts Identification Label
6
-60 Electrical System
6
-67 Replacement Bulbs
6
-67 Capacities and Specifications
6
-68 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

6-10 Engine Compartment Overview
When you open the hood of the 3.5L V6 engine, you'll see:
A. Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir
B. Accessory Wiring Junction
Fuse Block
C. BatteryD. Remote Positive (+) Terminal
E. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
F. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
G. Engine Oil Fill Cap
H. Engine Oil DipstickI. Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Dipstick
J. Brake Fluid Reservoir
K. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is best for
your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W
-30 if it's
going to be 0F (
-18C) or above. These numbers on an
oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use
other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W
-50.
NOTICE:
Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum
Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. Failure to use the
recommended oil can result in engine damage not
covered by your warranty.
GM Goodwrench
oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle.
If you are in an area where the temperature falls below
-20F (-29C), consider using either an SAE 5W-30
synthetic oil or an SAE 0W
-30 oil. Both will provide
easier cold starting and better protection for your engine
at extremely low temperatures.
Engine Oil Additives
Don't add anything to your oil. The recommended oils
with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good
performance and engine protection.
When to Change Engine Oil
Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to
change your engine oil. This is not based on mileage,
but on engine revolutions and engine operating
temperature. When the computer has calculated that the
oil needs changing, the GM Oil Life System will
indicate that a change is necessary. The mileage between
oil and filter changes will vary depending on how you
drive your vehicle
-- usually between 3,000 miles
(5 000 km) and 10,000 miles (16 000 km) since your
last oil and filter change. Under severe conditions, the
system may come on before 3,000 miles (5 000 km).
Never drive your vehicle more than 10,000 miles
(16 000 km) or 12 months (whichever occurs first)
without an oil change.
The system won't detect dust in the oil. So, if you drive
in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil and filter
every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner. Remember
to reset the CHANGE OIL light whenever the oil
is changed.

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How to Reset the CHANGE OIL Light
After changing the engine oil, the system must be reset.
To reset the CHANGE OIL light after an oil change do
the following:
1. With the ignition key turned to ON, but the engine
off, fully push and release the accelerator pedal
slowly three times within five seconds.
If the CHANGE OIL light flashes, the system
is resetting.
2. Turn the key to OFF after the light has finished
flashing, then start the vehicle. If the CHANGE OIL
light comes back on, the engine oil life system has
not reset. Repeat the procedure.What to Do with Used Oil
Did you know that used engine oil contains certain
elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could
even cause cancer? Don't let used oil stay on your skin
for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and
water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw
away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See
the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal
of oil products.
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all free
-flowing oil
from the filter before disposal. Don't ever dispose of oil
by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into
sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead,
recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If
you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil,
ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling
center for help.

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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 windshield washer pump hose from
the fender rail and air inlet grille.
4. Peel back the hood weatherstrip on the right side of
the vehicle halfway to center.
5. Remove the air inlet grille retainers.
6. Remove the air inlet grille.
7. Remove the air deflector grille in the compartment.
8. Remove the old passenger compartment air filter.
9. Then reverse the steps to install the new air filter.Automatic Transaxle Fluid
When to Check and Change
A good time to check your automatic transaxle fluid
level is when the engine oil is changed.
Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles
(83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:

In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90F (32C) or higher.

In hilly or mountainous terrain.

When doing frequent trailer towing.

Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
If you do not use your vehicle under any of
these conditions, change the fluid and filter at
100,000 miles (166 000 km).
See ªScheduled Maintenance Servicesº in the Index.

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Replacement Bulbs
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 1141. .
Fog Lamp 893. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Parking/Turn Signal 4157 NAK. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlamp
High Beam 9005. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Beam 9006. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License Plate Lamp 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sidemarker (Front/Rear) 194. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/Tail/Turn Signal (Rear) 3057. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cornering 3156. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities and Specifications
Please refer to ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index for more information.
Automatic Transaxle
After Complete Overhaul 10.0 quarts (9.5 L). . . . . . .
Pan Removal and Replacement 7.4 quarts (7.0 L). . .
When draining/replacing the converter, more fluid
may be needed.
Cooling System
Including Reservoir10.0 quarts (9.5 L) . . . . . . . .
A/C RefrigerantSee refrigerant charge . . . . . . . . . . .
label under the hood.
Engine Crankcase
(Oil and Filter Change)6.5 quarts (6.1 L) . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank17.5 U.S. gallons (66.2 L) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Nut Torque100 lb
-ft (140 N´m) . . . . . . . . . .
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to
fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

6-68 Engine Specifications
Type V6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VIN Code H. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displacement 212 cubic inches (3.5 L). . . . . . . . . . . .
Compression Ratio 9.3:1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Firing Order 1
-2-3-4-5-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat Temperature 180F (82C) . . . . . . . . . . .
Horsepower 215 @ 5600 rpm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter A1096C*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 10406026. . . . . .
Battery 19101812. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Oil Filter 25177917. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PCV Valve CV892C*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling System Pressure Cap 22652695. . . . . . . . . . Spark Plugs Type PTR5C
-13/12556183 . . . . . . . . . . .
Gap: 0.050 inches (.127 cm)
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Length 22 inches (56 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
*ACDelco

part number
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheelbase 109.0 inches (276.9cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Tread Width 62.1 inches (157.7 cm). . . . . . . . .
Rear Tread Width 61.7 inches (156.7 cm). . . . . . . . . .
Length 195.9 inches (497.5 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Width 73.6 inches (186.9 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height 56.6 inches (143.8 cm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .