Chevrolet 2000 Express Van Owner's Manual page 274

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow
these steps:
1. The transmission dipstick has a red handle and is
located near the center of the engine compartment.
Flip the handle up and then 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.
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3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower
level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area,
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below the cross hatched area, for a cold check or in
the HOT area or cross
4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the
dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle
down to lock the dipstick in place.
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hatched area for a hot check.
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