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#61 of 1000 Gentlemen by KarenS HOST May 10, 2002 (8:48 am)
Let's keep the "overheating" in this discussion focused on the engine.   Thanks!   KarenS Host Owners Clubs
#62 of 1000 rj200240 by msw13 May 10, 2002 (11:54 am)
For one thing, you don't seem to agree with my posts, my opinion and then try to rebut them.....Everyone has opinions, I just dont agree with yours and you dont agree with mine, but I never advertised that as a cure for overheating as you claim...I offered it as a suggestion to help his situation..as you did....as a suggestion and you attempt to rebut it as somehow you know all about cooling and thermostats...fact: a lower temp thermostat will allow an engine to run cooler....all things being equal...My attempt to get your attention and have you look at things from a different perspective was prompted by your rebuttal to my post..If you dont have anything nice to say...don't say it...
#63 of 1000 A former owner of a 1999 Olds Intrigue............ by javidogg Jun 02, 2002 (7:08 am)
I use to own a 1999 Olds Intrigue GX with a 3.8 engine, custom 18" Lexani chrome wheels, 235/40/18ZR Nitto eXtreme tires, a Kenwood eXcelon KDC817 head unit, custom 6 speaker setup. Well my question was, did any of the Intrigue owners here ever experience any water problems inside of the car gathering on the front passenger side floor, after some what heavy rain. I had that happen to me like twice, I remember when it would rain I used to worry and think if the Intrigue would fill up with water on the passenger side. I think it only did it to me twice, or maybe it could have been because the door was like not fully close, I remember mentioning this to my lady several times that she did not close the passenger door all the way, being able to see via the passenger side mirror. That's really all the problems I had with the Intrigue, I loved that 3.8 engine doe. My Intrigue was totalled in a car accident, which was not my fault "honest", I was not even inside of the car, my car was parked and rammed from the back. I'm now a current owner of a 1999 Onyx Black Aurora with a 4.0 engine, no Northstar engine here and thank goodness for that I heard they tend to leak oil here and there, yes I already customized it already with the 18 inch wheels, Kenwood eXcelon KDC817, Kenwood component speakers, Kenwood eXcelon MP3/CDR/CDRW Changer. Believe it or not everything I had on the Intrigue fitted into the Aurora from rims to sound system and radio, that's why I chose OLDS. I'm willing to sell my custom rims for around $2000, I live around the Chicagoland Area, so let me know here if anyone here is interested in upgrading there Intrigue. Good luck to all, Loving that Aurora.
#64 of 1000 Thought you all might be interested in this: by rjs200240 Jun 07, 2002 (5:42 am)
It's from www.thecarconnection.com and it mentions the Intrigue.   The NHTSA also is pushing ahead a study of about 500,000 mid-size GM sedans and minivans for a possible steering defect. Reuters says more than 1200 people have reported locked steering while driving; 28 crashes have also been reported. The models involved include the 1997 Chevrolet Venture and Malibu; Olds Silhouette and Cutlass; Pontiac Grand Prix and Tran Sport; and the 1998 Olds Intrigue. This stage of investigation precedes a formal recall, although not all similar studies are elevated to a full recall.
#65 of 1000 Crank shaft sensor by jocollins Jun 20, 2002 (11:29 am)
I brought my 99 (30K) in for the real rough start, also needed 1 qt oil after only 1k of travel. My dealer said they reset the error but it is still not starting unless I give it gas, and of course the dealer tech cannot duplicate the problem - 4 months to go under the big "W". Has anyone solved this crank shaft problem?
#66 of 1000 jocollins by buzzard4 Jun 21, 2002 (4:50 am)
My 99 GLS (70K) had the sensor replaced within the first 500 miles (before I bought it as a demo). Haven't had a problem since. I don't know what they "reset," but they should replace the sensor. You're probably close to being out of warranty (if not already) so I'd push them to make it right.
#67 of 1000 oil consumption by segel10 Jun 27, 2002 (4:58 am)
I have read with interest the problems with oil consumption and Faulty Crankshaft Sensor. Our car has 40000 miles on it now and it has just recently started to use about an quart every 1200 to 1500 miles. Also, we have had a periodic rough start and idle until the engine is warmed up. I think the rough start may be related to the Crankshaft Sensor, but has anyone found the reason for the oil consumption.
#68 of 1000 Engine Whine by arizgeorge1 Jun 27, 2002 (11:30 am)
I have a 2000 Intrigue and fortunate not to have any steering power or oil consumption problems. Its been a great cruising car for us. However, my biggest complaint with it is an intermittent whining noise from the engine. The whine can be heard only from inside the car and not under the hood. The dealer thought that it is an "electrical feedback" from the alternator or routing of the electrical harness. Unfortunately, the whine is not consistent enough for them to really diagnose the problem. Has anyone else had a similar problem?
#69 of 1000 Crank Shaft Sensor by jocollins Jun 27, 2002 (1:10 pm)
broght my 1999 gl back to dealer, they still could not duplicate the problem (but it happens to me every time i try to start engine) so anyway they replaced the ignition switch and so far that is working.
#70 of 1000 All Intrigue Problems have been corrected for 2003 on by marktest Jul 08, 2002 (2:01 pm)
I just read that the Intrigue problems will not exist after 2002 model year - they're discontinuing 2 years ahead of the Olds shutdown. I had a 98 Intrigue with all the steering noise problems, aerodynamic noise problems, failed water pump at 48K miles, leaking water into the trunk. Unquestionably the worst automobile I ever owned.   I consider myself lucky that I got rid of the car after 2.5 years and only lost $15,200 in depreciation. I think it's a wonderful thing that GM is doing to eliminate these Intrigue problems for the car buying community.

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