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2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue GL 4dr Sedan

2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Mid-Size
19 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy
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November 14, 2012, 2:48 pm

Arthur F
 

Question: How do I stop my 1998 Olds Intrigue from leaking oil?

The car has a 3.8 liter engine and leaks about one teaspoon of oil every two weeks. I only see this in a pan in my garage after the car has been running. Once it cools off, it doesn't seem to leak.


November 21, 2012, 1:19 pm

Tyler O
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You'll need to find the source of the leak and replace or repair the component. Could be nearly anything from a bad valve cover gasket, to a leaky oil pan.


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