1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue Oil Type & Capacity
The 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue oil type depends on the engine: the GL, 3.5 H takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GL, 3.8 K takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the GLS, 3.5 H takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GLS, 3.8 K takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter); the GX, 3.5 H takes 10W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the GX, 3.8 K takes 10W-30 (4.5 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- GL, 3.5 H: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GL, 3.8 K: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- GLS, 3.5 H: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GLS, 3.8 K: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
- GX, 3.5 H: 10W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- GX, 3.8 K: 10W-30, 4.5 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL, 3.5 H — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| GL, 3.8 K — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| GLS, 3.5 H — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| GLS, 3.8 K — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
| GX, 3.5 H — 3.5L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| GX, 3.8 K — 3.8L Eng | API - SAE 10W-30 | 4.50 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Intrigue
1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.0 quarts (9.46 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue take?
It depends on the engine: GL, 3.5 H uses 10W-30; GL, 3.8 K uses 10W-30; GLS, 3.5 H uses 10W-30; GLS, 3.8 K uses 10W-30; GX, 3.5 H uses 10W-30; GX, 3.8 K uses 10W-30.
How much oil does a 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue take?
Capacity depends on the engine: GL, 3.5 H holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GL, 3.8 K holds 4.5 quarts with filter; GLS, 3.5 H holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GLS, 3.8 K holds 4.5 quarts with filter; GX, 3.5 H holds 6.0 quarts with filter; GX, 3.8 K holds 4.5 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.