Where is the dipstick located on a 97 Malibu?

It doesn't have a dipstick

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The fluid level should be checked when the transaxle is near room temperature or at 40 °C (104 °F) .

CAUTION: Removal of the fluid level screw when the transaxle fluid is hot may cause injury. Use care to avoid contact of transaxle fluid to exhaust pipe .

1. Engine OFF.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
3. Place oil container under check plug.
4. Remove oil check plug.
5. Oil level should be at bottom of oil check hole. Because the transaxle operates correctly over a range of fluid levels, fluid may or may not drain out of the screw hole when the screw is removed.

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