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There is a dipstick, but well buried. Look down beside the transmission on the drivers side (left) just behind the engine. The dipstick tube is very short and the handle on the stick is a Yellow plastic.
It is held in place by a spring-loaded clip that presses into a recess on the handle. Pulling it requires a bit of finesse - you push the clip aside with a finger or thumb while pulling up on the stick. There are wiring harnesses and connectors impeding your access; be careful not to disconnect or damage anything. You will probably end up with a few scratches on your wrist, or snagged clothing. It's not user friendly.
I presume you know that the transmission should be at full temperature (minimum 10-mile drive) and you run it through the lever positions before selecting Park, then check with engine idling? There's nothing particularly hot in that area except the heater hoses and you can avoid them.
All that aside, flashing lights and transmission misbehaviour is often due to a problem with the gear position sensor/ PNP switch. See here:
https://www.brickboard.com/FAQ/700-900/TransmissionAutoAW30.htm#960AW3040GearPositionSensorSwitchReplacement
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Bob: Son's XC70, my 83 244DL, 89 745 (Chev LT-1 V8), and 2010 XC60. Also '77 MGB and some old motorcycles
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