1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue Owner's Manual - Page 123

If you make a hard stop, the light may come on for a moment. This is normal. Low Oil Level Light Your engine is equipped 1 with an oil level monitoring l system. When the ignition is LOW OIL turned on, the level light will briefly flash. ~ ~ Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become hot that it so catches fire.You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soonas possible and have your vehicle serviced. LOW OIL If the light does not flash, havefixed so it will be it ready to warn you if there's a problem. If the light stays on, stopthe vehicle on a level surface and turn the engine off. Check the oil level using the engine oil dipstick. (See "Engine Oil" in the Index.) If the light doesnot flash, have the low oil level sensor system repaired so it will be ready to warn you if there's a problem. The oil level monitoring system only checks oil level during the brief period between key on and engine crank. It does not monitor engine oil level when the engine is running. Additionally, an oil levelcheck is been turned off for a only performed if the engine has considerable period of time, allowing the oilnormally in circulation to drainback into the oil pan. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty. 2-63