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Engine Oil Replacement

WARNING:
  • Hot engines and the engine oil can cause severe burn. Do not burn yourself with either.
  • A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous. It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work around or under a lifted vehicle if it is not securely supported on safety stands.
  • Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in laboratory mice. Protect your skin washing with soap and water immediately after working with engine oil.
  1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
  2. Remove the oil filler cap and the oil pan drain plug.
  3. Drain the oil into a container.
  4. Install the drain plug with new washer.

    Tightening torque 

    1. 30-41 N.m {3.0-4.2 kgf.m, 22-30 ft.lbf} 
  5. Refill the engine with the specified type and amount of engine oil.
    NOTE:
    • The actual oil level may vary from the specified capacity in some cases.

    Oil capacity 

    Fig 1: Oil Capacity Specification
    G01906740Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Engine oil grade 

    1. API Service 
    2. SG (Energy Conserving II), SH (Energy Conserving II) or ILSAC (GF-I) SJ or ILSAC (GF-II) 

    Engine oil viscosity 

    1. SAE 10W-30, SAE 5W-30 
  6. Refit the oil filler cap.
  7. Run the engine and inspect for oil leakage.
  8. Inspect the oil level.
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