It means the computer has detected a fault with something that effects emmissions. You need to get the computer scanned to determine what needs to be repaired. Most of these type questions would never be asked if driver's would open their owner's manual and read. This type information is contained within the owner's manual. If you do not have one, get one. You can get one at your dealer, or you may find one at a salvage yard, in a glove box. You need the owner's manual for maintenance intervals, and other pertinent information. Why and how these seem to be lost is a mystery to me. Question after question, asked on this site that can be answered by opening this little book. I have never owned a vehicle without having an owner's manual. I also see a lot of questions that can be answered by raising the hood and looking at the placards located there. Spark plug gap is just one. Amazing!
With a scan tool.
What does 'service engine soon' light mean on a 1998 olds intrigue?
To reset the change oil light in a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position without starting the engine. Press the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. Then, turn the ignition off and back to the "ON" position to check if the light has reset. If the light is off, the reset is successful.
Our check engine light was on in our 1998 Intrigue. We went to Autozone and they pulled the codes and saw that it was either one (or both because they said there was 2). If your light is not on I am not sure how to find out otherwise. Autozone said that it tripped our light.
The meaning of a dashboard warning light on an Oldsmobile Intrigue could be a variety of things. There are different lights for different things for different years of that model. It could be a service engine, check oil, sensor check, or more. The owners manual should have a listing of warning lights included in it.
Have vehicle scanned to see if any codes are stored to determine the problem
A blinking "check engine" light is an indication that the computer has detected a SERIOUS problem that can result in permanent damage to the engine. You need to connect a diagnostic code scanner to find out what the computer has detected.
Probably because you need to check the engine.
Use a code reader to find out why the check engine light is on.
If the check engine light is on, use a code scanner to find out why.
hard fault code What is a hard fault code?
take it to autozone and have it scanned