1996 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 243

How to Add Fluid Here's how toadd fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index. ' , 1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up and then pulling the dipstick out. 2. Add fluid at the dipstick hole. I Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level. upto the FULL mark on the dipstick. 3. Push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level. The fluid level must be between theADD and Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. . It isn't a good idea to "top off' your clutch fluid. Adding FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the bottom of the dipstick even when the fluid level is several pints low.) 4. If the fluid level is where it should be, push the dipstick back in all the way and flip thehandle down. If the fluid level is low, addmore fluid as described in the next steps. fluid won't correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. -. I i ?, " ' , * 6-21