1997 Chevrolet Lumina Owner's Manual - Page 253

If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level the cross-hatched areaon into the dipstick. 1. Pull out the dipstick, 2. Using a long-neck funnel, add enough fluidat the dipstick hole to bring to the proper level. it It doesn't take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don't oveflll. 3100 (Code M) Engine 3.4 L DOHC (Code X) Engine I NOTICE: I 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, read the and lower level.The fluid level mustbe in the cross-hatched area. 4. If the fluid levelis in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all way. the We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-111, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transaxle. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON-I11 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. 3. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under "How to Check." 4. When the correct fluid levelis obtained, push the dipstick back inall the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transaxle fluidto use. See "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants''in the Index. 6-21