Pontiac 1998 Grand Am Owner's Manual page 257

3.
Check both sides
of
the dipstick and read the lower
level. The fluid level must be between the ADD and
FULL marks. (Note: Fluid may appear at the bottom
of
the dipstick even when the fluid level
is
several
pints low.)
4.
If the fluid level is where it should be, push the
dipstick back in all the way and flip the handle
down. If the fluid level is low, add more fluid as
described in the next steps.
How
to
Add Fluid
Here's how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance
Schedule to determine what kind
of
fluid
to use.
See
"Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index.
1. Remove the dipstick by flipping the handle up and
then pulling the dipstick out.
2. Add fluid at the dipstick hole.
Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up
to
the FULL mark on the dipstick.
handle down to lock the dipstick in place.
3. Push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the
Hydraulic Clutch
The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is
self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir
is
filled with hydraulic clutch fluid.
It isn't a good idea to "top off' your clutch fluid. Adding
fluid won't correct a leak.
A fluid
loss
in this system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected and repaired.
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