GMC 2002 Savana Van Owner's Manual page 288

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:
The transmission dipstick has a red handle and is located
near the center of the engine compartment. See "Engine
Compartment Overview" in the Index for more
information on location.
1. 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.
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
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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.
hatched area for a hot check.
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