Pontiac Grand Prix 2001, Owner'S Manual

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Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on
properly. Then pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Oil
If the LOW OIL LEVEL
light appears on the
instrument panel, it means
you need to check your
engine oil level right away.
For more information, see “Low Oil Level Light” in the
Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly;
this is an added reminder.
Checking Engine Oil
It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
3100 V6 Engine 3800 V6 or 3800 V6
Supercharged Engine
The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop located
near the front of the engine. See “Engine Compartment
Overview” in the Index for more information on location.