1996 Buick Regal Owner's Manual - Page 232

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly. hgine If the LOW OIL LEVEL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Low Oil Level Light" in the Index. LOW OIL LEVEL 3.1L LS2 (Code M) Engine The engineoil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the front of the engine. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. It's a good idea to checkyour engine oilafter you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oilmust be hot and the vehicle must be on level ground. 6-10