air conditioning OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE 1998 User Guide

Normal Maintenance
Replacement Parts
Air Cleaner Filter
3800 (Code K) ....................... A1208C
Passenger Compartment Air Filter .... 10406026
3800 (Code K) ...................... 690 CCA
3800 (Code K) ................. AC Type PF47
3800 (Code K) ...................... CV892C
3800 (Code K) ......................... RC27
3800 (Code K) ................ AC Type 4 1-921
Battery
Engine Oil Filter
PCV Valve
Radiator Cap
Spark Plugs
Gap: 0.060” (. 152 cm)
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Length ..................... 20 inches (5 1 cm)
Type
................................... Pin
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs
refrigerant,
be sure the proper refrigerant is used.
If you’re not
sure, ask your retailer.
6-64
ProCarManuals.com

Part C: Periodic
Maintenance Inspections
Listed below are inspections and services which should be
performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring
and fall).
You should let your retailer’s service department
or other qualiJied service center do these jobs. Make sure
any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See “Service and Owner
Publications” in the Index.
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then
axle boot seals for damage, tears or
seals if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. inspect
the drive
leakage. Replace
Inspect the body near
the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing
or
out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose
connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in
the floor
pan or could let exhaust fumes into
the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are
cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings
and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside
of the
radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure
proper operation, a pressure
test of the cooling system
and pressure cap
is recommended at least once a year.
Throttle System Inspection
Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding,
and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as
needed. Replace any components that have high effort
or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and
cruise control cables.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking
brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes
inspected more often if your driving habits
or conditions
result in frequent braking.
7-17
ProCarManuals.com

Section 9 Index
Accessory Power Outlets ........................ 2-48
AirBag
....................................... 1-19
How Does it Restrain
.......................... 1-24
How it Works
................................ 1-22
Location
.................................... 1-22
Readiness Light
......................... 1.21. 2.56
Servicing
................................... 1-26
What Makes it Inflate
.......................... 1-23
What Will
You See After it Inflates ............... 1-24
When Should it Inflate
......................... 1-23
Aircleaner
.................................... 6-16
Air Conditioning Refrigerants
..................... 6-64
AirFilter
...................................... 6-16
Air Filter Passenger Compartment
.................. 6-17
Alignment and Balance. Tire
...................... 6-45
Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning
...................... 6-52
Antenna. Backglass
............................. 3-28
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
................ 2.57. 4.7
Brakes
...................................... 4-7
Anti.Theft. Radio
.............................. 3-23
Appearancecare
............................... 6-47
Appearance Care Materials Chart
.................. 6-54
Arbitration Program
.............................. 8-7
Ashtray and Lighter
............................. 2-48
Adding
Equipment to the Outside
of Your Vehicle ...... 6-3
Air Conditioning
................................ 3-3 Audio Equipment. Adding
........................ 3-26
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
.................... 3-25
Audio Systems
.................................. 3-9
Auto-Down Window
............................ 2-29
Automatic Headlamp Control
..................... 2-39
Automatic Transaxle
............................ 2-20
Fluid
....................................... 6-18
Operation
................................... 2-20
Park Mechanism Check
........................ 7-16
Shifting
..................................... 2-20
Backing Up with a Trailer
....................... 4-35
Battery
....................................... 6-30
Jump Starting
................................. 5-3
Replacement, Keyless Entry System
.............. 2-11
Saver
...................................... 2-42
Warnings
.................................... 5-3
BBB Auto Line ................................. 8-7
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
.................... 4-22
Better Business Bureau Mediation
................... 8-7
Blizzard
...................................... 4-27
Brake
Adjustment
.................................. 6-29
Fluid
....................................... 6-27
Master Cylinder
.............................. 6-27
Parking
..................................... 2-24
PedalTravel
................................. 6-29
ProCarManuals.com

I I
Rain. DrivingIn ................................ 4-17
Rear
Rainy Weather Tips
............................. 4-19
DoorSecurityLocks
........................... 2-5
Outside Seat Position
.......................... 1-27
Safety Belt Comfort Guides
..................... 1-30
Seatpassengers
.............................. l-27
Window Defogger ............................. 3-9
Rearview Mirror
................................ 2-43
MapLamps
................................ 2-43
Inside Daymight
............................. 2-43
Reclining Front Seatbacks
......................... 1-3
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............... 7- 18
Refrigerants, Air Conditioning
.................... 6-64
Remote Trunk Release
........................... 2-13
Bulb Numbers
............................... 6-62
Parts, Normal Maintenance
..................... 6-64
Wheel
...................................... 6-45
Replacing Safety Belts
........................... 1-5 1
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................... 8-8
Towing
..................................... 5-13
Electrochromic Daymight with Compass and
Replacement
Restraints Checking
................................... 1-51
Head
.........,.............................. l-5
Systemcheck ................................ 7-14
Child
....................................... l-37
Replacing Parts After
a Crash ................... 1-51
Entry Transmitter .............................. 2- 12
Resynchronizing
Your Remote Keyless Reverse. Automatic Transaxle
..................... 2-21
Right Front Passenger Position
.................... 1-19
Roadside Assistance
.............................. 8-5
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get Out
.................. 5-36
Rotation. Tires
................................. 6-41
safety Belt Extender
............................ 1-51
Safety Belt Reminder Light
................... 1.6. 2.55
Adults
...................................... 1-11
Center Passenger Position
...................... 1-32
Driver Position
............................... 1-11
How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-11
Lap Belt
.................................... 1-33
Lap-Shoulder
........................... 1- 11, 1-27
Larger Children
.............................. 1-48
Passenger Position
............................ 1-19
Questions and Answers
........................ 1-10
Rear Comfort Guides
.......................... 1-30
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
............ 1-27
Rear Seat Passengers
.......................... 1-27
Reminder Light
.......................... 1-6, 2-55
Replacing After a Crash
........................ 1-51
Right Front Passenger Position
.................. 1-19
Shoulder
Belt Height Adjuster ................... 1-13
Smaller Children and Babies
.................... 1-34
Use During Pregnancy
......................... 1-18
SafetyBelts
.................................... l-5
Care ....................................... 6-49
Children
.................................... l-34
Extender .................................... l-51
Incorrect Usage ..... 1-14,l-15,l-16, 1-17,l-49, 1-50
WhyTheyWork
............................... 1-7
9-8
ProCarManuals.com