2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue power steering

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The main components of your instrument panel are listed below:
A. Side Window Defogger Vents
B. Instrument Panel Vents
C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
D. Instrument Panel Cluster
E. Windshield Wipers/Washer Fluid Lever
F. Cruise Control (CRUISE) Button
G. Hazard Warning Button
H. Instrument Panel Fuse Block
I. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
J. Fog Lamp Switch (If Equipped)
K. Trunk Lid Release Button
L. Storage BinM. Trip Odometer
N. Tilt Wheel Lever (located on the steering
wheel column)
O. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
P. Horn
Q. Cruise Control Buttons
R. Ignition Switch
S. Heated Seat Switches, (If Equipped)
T. Accessory Power Outlets
U. Comfort Controls
V. Audio System
W. Glove Box

3-31 Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOCK
is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio
functions whenever battery power is removed and the
radio is placed in a different vehicle. This feature
requires no user input to be activated. It is automatically
armed when it is put into the vehicle for the first time.
When the radio is turned off, the blinking red light
indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed.
If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate
if stolen. The radio will display LOCKED and a red
LED indicator light will come on above the
THEFTLOCK logo to indicate a locked condition. If
this occurs, the radio will have to be returned to the
dealer.
Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If
Equipped)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain
radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
 VOL
(Volume): Press the up or down arrow to
increase or decrease volume.
PROG (Program): When playing a cassette tape, press
this button to play the other side of the tape. When
playing a CD, press this button to go to the next track.
 SEEK
: Press the up or down arrow to seek to the
next or previous station. When playing a cassette tape or
compact disc, press the up arrow to hear the next
selection. There must be at least a three
-second gap
between selections on a cassette tape.

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Remember: Anti-lock doesn't change the time you need
to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease
stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in
front of you, you won't have time to apply your brakes
if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave
enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have
anti
-lock brakes.
Using Anti
-Lock
Don't pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down
firmly and let anti
-lock work for you. You may feel a
slight brake pedal pulsation or notice some noise, but
this is normal.
Braking in Emergencies
With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same
time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more
than even the very best braking.
Traction Control System (Option)
Your vehicle may have a traction control system that
limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery
road conditions. The system operates only if it senses
that one or both of the front wheels are spinning or
beginning to lose traction. When this happens, the
system works the front brakes, may upshift the
transaxle, and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin.
This light will come on
when your traction control
system is limiting wheel
spin. See ªTraction Control
System Active Lightº in
the Index.
The low traction light will come on when the traction
control system is limiting wheel spin. See ªLow
Traction Lightº in the Index. You may feel or hear
the system working, but this is normal.

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Steering
Power Steering
If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but
it will take much more effort.
Magnetic Speed Sensitive Steering
This steering system provides lighter steering effort for
parking and when driving at speeds below 20 mph
(32 km/h). Steering effort will increase at higher speeds
for improved road feel.
Steering Tips
Driving on Curves
It's important to take curves at a reasonable speed.
A lot of the ªdriver lost controlº accidents mentioned on
the news happen on curves. Here's why:
Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to
the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The
traction of the tires against the road surface makes it
possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn
the front wheels. If there's no traction, inertia will keep
the vehicle going in the same direction. If you've ever
tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this.The traction you can get in a curve depends on the
condition of your tires and the road surface, the
angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed.
While you're in a curve, speed is the one factor you
can control.
Suppose you're steering through a sharp curve.
Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control
systems
-- steering and acceleration -- have to do their
work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden
acceleration can demand too much of those places. You
can lose control. Refer to ªTraction Control Systemº in
the Index.
What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the
accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it
to go, and slow down.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Precision Control
System, the LOW TRAC light may come on to indicate
the system is engaged. See ªLow Traction Active
(LOW TRAC) Lightº in the Index.
Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should
adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are
based on good weather and road conditions. Under less
favorable conditions you'll want to go slower.

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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
-6 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
-19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter
6
-20 Automatic Transaxle Fluid
6
-24 Engine Coolant
6
-27 Cooling System Pressure Cap
6
-28 Power Steering Fluid
6
-29 Windshield Washer Fluid
6
-30 Brakes
6
-33 Battery
6
-34 Bulb Replacement6
-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 the following:
A. Windshield Washer
Fluid Reservoir
B. Auxiliary Fuse Box
C. Battery
D. Remote Positive (+)TerminalE. Main Underhood Fuse Box
F. Engine Coolant Surge Tank
G. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
H. Engine Oil Fill Cap
I. Engine Oil DipstickJ. Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Dipstick
K. Brake Fluid Reservoir
L. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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Power Steering Fluid
The power steering
fluid reservoir is toward
the middle of the engine
compartment, on the
passenger's side of
the vehicle.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
It is not necessary to regularly check power steering
fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or
you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system
could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the
Index for reservoir location.
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down,
wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then
unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag.
Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove
the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick.
The level should be at the the cross-hatched area. If
necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to
the mark.

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Fuse Description
STOP LAMPS Stoplamps Switch
DOOR LOCKS Door Lock Relays (Internal to
Body Control Module) and
External Driver Door Lock Relay
POWER
MIRRORSLeft
-hand and Right-hand
Power Mirrors
RH
HEATED SEATPassenger's Side Heated Seat
LH
HEATED SEATDriver's Side Heated Seat
NOT USED Not Used
ONSTAR OnStar

System
NOT USED Not Used
NOT USED Not Used
RED STRG
WHL ILLUMSteering Wheel Radio
Switch Illumination
FRT PARK LPS Front Parking Lamps,
Sidemarker LampsFuse Description
TAIL LAMPS,
LIC LAMPSTaillamps, License Lamps,
Rear Sidemarker Lamps,
Rear Sidemarker Lamps
PANEL
DIMMINGDimmable Instrument
Panel Lamps
NOT USED Not Used
WIPER Wiper Switch
POWER DROP Power Drop
RADIO, CRUISE Radio, Steering Wheel Radio
Controls, Cruise Control Switches
NOT USED Not Used
Circuit Breaker Description
NOT USED Not Used
PWR
WINDOWS,
PWR SUNROOFPower Windows, Power Sunroof
REAR DEFOG Rear Defog
POWER SEATS Power Seats
NOT USED Not Used