2003 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 278

How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants page 6- 16. on If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level into the cross-hatched area on the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 3400 (Code E) V6 Engine 3800 (Code K) V6 Engine 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don't overfill, 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. Thefluid level must be in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. Notices We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-Ill, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@-Ill is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. 3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as dPSC!-ihPC! L.!!-!C!P!- "Hnw Check" ear!ier i n fhir section. 4. When the correct fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in all the way. 5-25