Pontiac 2009 Vibe - Manual (Page 187)

Then, without shutting off the
engine, follow these steps:
The automatic transmission
dipstick has an orange handle
and is located near the front of the
engine compartment. See Engine
Compartment Overview on page 9-6
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.
How to Add Automatic
Transmission Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance
Schedule to determine what
kind of transmission fluid to use.
Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 11-18.
If the fluid level is low, add
only enough of the proper fluid
to bring the level into the area
between dimples on the dipstick.
1. Pull out the dipstick.
2. Using a long-neck funnel, add
enough fluid at the dipstick
hole to bring it to the proper level.
It does not take much fluid,
generally less than one pint
(0.5 L). Do not overfill.
Notice: Too much or too
little fluid can damage your
transmission. Too much can mean
that some of the fluid could come
out and fall on hot engine parts or
exhaust system parts, starting a
fire. Too little fluid could cause the
transmission to overheat. Be sure
to get an accurate reading if you
check your transmission fluid.
3. After adding fluid, recheck the
fluid level as described under
“How to Check Automatic
Transmission Fluid,” earlier
in this section.
4. When the correct fluid level is
obtained, push the dipstick
back in all the way; then press
the tab down to lock the dipstick
in place.
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2009 - Pontiac Vibe Owner Manual