2011 Chevrolet Impala Owner's Manual - Page 270

10-14 Vehicle Care 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds, and then pull it back out again. Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. How to Add Fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑6 to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. 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. The transmission fluid dipstick handle is the black loop with this symbol on it. It is located near the rear of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for more information on location. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid 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. 1. Pull out the dipstick. 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluid at the dipstick hole to bring it to the proper level. It does not take much fluid, generally less than 0.5 L (1 pt). Do not overfill.