1998 Pontiac Sunfire Owner's Manual - Page 266

Manual Transaxle Fluid When t Check o A good time to have it checked is when the engine d l is changed. However, the fluid in your manual transaxle doesn't require changing. Check the fluid level only when y ur engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place d the manual transaxle is cool enough for you t rest your fingers on the transaxle case. f Then, follow these steps: How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done atyour Pontiac dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick, ~~ 1. manual transaxle tick islocated below I I NOTICE: 2. Push it back in all the way am remove it. Too much or too little fluid can 'damage your 1 manual transaxle. Too much can mean thatso e of the fluid could come out and fall hot engi e on parts or exhaust system parts, s'tarting a fire. if you sure to get an accurate reading check yo r transaxle fluid. f I ', L 6-22