1996 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 275

Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have itchecked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in yourmanual transmission doesn't require changing. Check thefluid level only when your engine isoff, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. How to Check Because this operation can bedifficult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership Service Department. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is fully seated. If the fluid levelis low, add more fluid as described in the next steps. If you do ityourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here,or you could get a false reading. How to Add Fluid Here's how to add 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 filler plug. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of out the fluid could come and fall on hot engine a fire. Be parts or exhaust system parts, starting sure to get an accurate readingyou check your if transmission fluid. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. Install the filler plug. Be sure the plug is fully seated.