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Oil Pan Upper Block Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING:
  • Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
  • 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 by washing with soap and water immediately after working with engine oil.
  1. Remove the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP] .)
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP] .)
  4. Drain the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
  5. Remove the under cover. (See OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT .)
  6. Remove the oil pan. (See OIL PAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  9. Refill with the specified type and amount of the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT .)
  10. Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.
    • If there is oil leakage, repair or replace the applicable part.
  11. Inspect the oil level. (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION .)
    Fig 1: Oil Pan Upper Block Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
    G05980896Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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