Pontiac 2003 Vibe User Manual

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Then, without shutting off the engine, follow
these steps:

The automatic transaxle
dipstick has an orange
handle and is located near
the front of the engine
compartment. See “Engine
Compartment Overview” in
the Index for more
information on location.

1. Release the tab and pull out the dipstick and wipe it

with a clean rag or paper towel.

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 must be between the two
dimples in the hot range.

4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the

dipstick back in all the way; then press the tab down
to lock the dipstick in place.

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