1994 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 180

Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see "Check Oil Light" in the Index. You should check the engine oil regularly; this is an added reminder. It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on levelground. To Check Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in minutes to drain backinto the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip lower, and check the level. the actual level. When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you'll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the Index. NOTICE: Don't add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged. 179. ..