1999 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 233

yellowblue Engine Oil If your vehicle is equipped with the 3100 V6 engine, you have a CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel. If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Check Oil Light" in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder. It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is yellow. 2.4L L4 Engine The engine oil dipstick on the 2.4L L4 engine is located at the rear of the engine. 6-13