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#2 of 115 Oil filter for Intrigue by dtownfb Oct 05, 2005 (6:30 pm)
I want to start changing the oil in my vehicles and have a question regarding the paper filter for the INtrigue. This is the first time I have seen this type of filter and I haven't bothered to look under the car yet at the oil filter. How does the paper filter work? Also is there a special tool needed for the oil change?   I have a 2000 3.5 Intrigue.   Thanks for any help. Replies to this message: coonhound (Oct 06, 2005 4:59 pm) dtownfb (Oct 07, 2005 5:50 am) indrgb (Oct 07, 2005 5:40 pm)
#3 of 115 Re:Oil filter for Intrigue. by coonhound Oct 06, 2005 (4:59 pm)
Replying to: dtownfb (Oct 05, 2005 6:30 pm) Removal of the filter requires the filter tool for an AC PF44 oil filter. You can purchase this along with the filter at Auto Zone. The filter is easily accessible, probably more so than a lot of canister filters.   The mounting base is of a composite with a very course thread and tends to bind with a moderate amount of friction. A T bar would be helpful to prevent a side thrust on the mounting, but I have never had to use one.   Anyway it's a piece of cake. Good luck: Replies to this message: dtownfb (Oct 07, 2005 5:50 am) indrgb (Oct 07, 2005 5:40 pm)
#4 of 115 Re:Oil filter for Intrigue. [coonhound] by dtownfb Oct 07, 2005 (5:50 am)
Replying to: coonhound (Oct 06, 2005 4:59 pm) Thanks coonhound. I'll make a trip to the auto shop this weekend....as long as this rain holds up. Replies to this message: indrgb (Oct 07, 2005 5:40 pm)
#5 of 115 Re:Oil filter for Intrigue. [dtownfb] by indrgb Oct 07, 2005 (5:40 pm)
Replying to: dtownfb (Oct 07, 2005 5:50 am) The Auto Zone in my neighborhood does not carry the AC oil filter (PF2129), but does have 2 others that fit. One is a Fram that looks cheap, but costs about $10. The other is a STP (I think) that looks exactly the same as the AC and costs about $4. I usually buy the AC at another parts store for $5. Next time I think I will try the STP.   Regarding the difficulty in changing the filter, I would have to say it's more difficult than the average canister. Maybe I have been spoiled by cars with filters that were more accessible. My 2 cents.   Don't forget it takes about 6 quarts.   Ron
#6 of 115 Coolant System on 3.5 by gameface Dec 22, 2005 (7:20 am)
Does anyone know how the overflow reservoir works in regards to where is the relief valve/discharge point. It seems to run to a tube behind the engine. Does this tube discharge when the system overheats or just feed back to a different part of the system? Replies to this message: evandro (Dec 22, 2005 8:46 am)
#7 of 115 Re: Coolant System on 3.5 [gameface] by evandro Dec 22, 2005 (8:46 am)
Replying to: gameface (Dec 22, 2005 7:20 am) There's not valve, the tank is just an expansion tank for when the coolant heats up it has somewhere to go to.   BTW, the tank is supposed to be half full always. It's got markings on the appropriate levels.   And do not mix coolant types: if it has orange coolant, do not add green coolant.   HTH
#8 of 115 Olds Intrigue 2000 and platinum plugs by ricom560 Dec 22, 2005 (10:38 am)
Manual says replacing plugs at 100K recommended. I have 55K on my GL 3.5. Runs great but would like an opinion(S) as to whether new plugs would be beneficial for mileage etc. Mechanic working on BMW's and other foreign high end auto says he would recommend installation. Replies to this message: gameface (Dec 22, 2005 11:43 am) bennycheck (Dec 23, 2005 8:51 am) donp9 (Dec 23, 2005 1:52 pm) bennycheck (Dec 24, 2005 11:57 am)
#9 of 115 Re: Olds Intrigue 2000 and platinum plugs [ricom560] by gameface Dec 22, 2005 (11:43 am)
Replying to: ricom560 (Dec 22, 2005 10:38 am) They are double platinum and should last close to 100K. I changed mine at 95K and saw little effect on milage. Note, that I got a price from Goodyear for the changeout and it was 50% higher than the dealer.   Single platinum plugs last only 60K.
#10 of 115 Re: Olds Intrigue 2000 and platinum plugs [ricom560] by bennycheck Dec 23, 2005 (8:51 am)
Replying to: ricom560 (Dec 22, 2005 10:38 am) Replaced mine at 100,000 and the mileage and performance didn't change at all. Not that there was anything wrong with it in the first place. Just did it because the manual said to. My machanic said the plugs that came out looked pretty good considering they had all that wear on them. It's up to you weather you want to change them but if you do, make sure you use oem plugs if you want it to run it's best. I've heard horror stories from guys switching brands. The plugs also cost me around $10.00 a piece and the whole tune up was around $225.00. Good luck. Replies to this message: donp9 (Dec 23, 2005 1:52 pm) bennycheck (Dec 24, 2005 11:57 am)

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