1996 Chevrolet Corvette Owner's Manual - Page 251

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. The automatic transmission fluid dipstick is behind the engine oil dipstick, ne&- the windshield. The dipstick handle is a round, red loop. u l Pl out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. I 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level should be in the area marked "80°F" for a cold check and will move into the "WARM" area as the temperature increases. When the fluid is at normal operating temperature(180°F to 200"F, 82°C to 93"C),the level must be in the crosshatched area marked " 190°F.''See "Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Reading" in the Index. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. 6-20