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Here are the basics. There are many problems you may run up against (frozen bolts, stubborn or cracked hoses, rusted clamps, etc)that may need to be fixed or replaced before proceeding: SHut off engine, allow to cool completely. Disconnect the cooling fan, remove negative battery terminal connection. Drain radiator by opening draincock and/or removing lower radiator hose, collecting coolant in a drain pan. Do not let it go onto the ground - bad for environment! Open top radiator hose to allow remainder of coolant to flow out. A few quarts of coolant will remain in the engine block. You will want to totally flush and refill AFTER replacing the radiator to get all the crud out of the system. Unbolt radiator and disconnect any other items still attached (transmission cooler, temp sensor wires, etc.). Remove radiator and replace with new, reattaching all items removed from old radiator. Inspect other items and possibly replace suspects. Reattach hoses and make sure the clamps are tightened without pinching hoses excessively. Do a flush job with water/radiator flush, making sure the water runs clear out the draincock. Instructions for flushing the cooling system are usually printed on the radiator flush bottle. Be sure the heater is on and the engine warms up completely to open the thermostat. SHut off engine and drain as much water as will leave. Fill with 50% coolant mix (Dexcool or equivalent). Estimate water remaining in the engine and add 100% coolant to balance. COmplete fill with 50% mix. Remove air by running engine until warmed with the radiator cap off, adding coolant mix along the way. IF the fluid rises quickly it may indicate a bad head gasket.
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How do you drain the radiator in a 1998 Oldsmobile intrigue?
Remove the lower radiator hose.
Why does 1999 intrigue overheat?
Bad thermostat, cap and radiator is a common cause.
Where is the radiator cap located on a 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
on top of the coolant resivoir
Where is radiator cap located on a 1999 Oldsmobile intrigue?
on top of the coolant resivoir
How do you change 1998 Olds Intrigue?
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How do you open the radiator cap on a 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Push down and turn counterclockwise
Where do you find the radiator cap on a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
It's on top of the plastic tank on the passenger side fender. There is no cap on the radiator itself.
Where is the radiator fan switch located on a 1999 Oldsmobile intrigue?
Try the rear side of the radiator approx 1/3 down from the top
Where is the radiator drain cock for a 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
On the 1998 Intrigue it is on the rear side of the radiator, in the lower left hand (driver) side. May need to remove the lower shroud (5 bolts) to gain access more easily.
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Where is Alternator on a 1999 Oldsmobile intrigue?
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