Chevrolet 1999 Monte Carlo Owner's Manual page 241

Checking the Fluid Level
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Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the
engine running.
D
With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever
in PARK (P).
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With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift
lever through each gear range, pausing for about
three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift
lever in PARK (P).
D
Let the engine run at idle for three to five minutes.
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow
these steps:
3100 (Code M) V6
Engine
The transaxle fluid dipstick handle is the red loop near
the back of the engine.
1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or
paper towel.
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3800 (Code K) V6
Engine
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