Inspecting Engine Oil Level; Owner Maintenance; Maintenance and Care- Page 440

For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts and
Castrol

®

 (Mexico only).

(Mexico)

Use API SM or higher, or ILSAC GF-IV
or higher/SAE 5W-30 engine oil. If SAE
5W-30 engine oil is not available, use SAE
5W-20 engine oil.
 
The quality designation SM, or ILSAC
must be on the label.
 

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Inspecting Engine Oil Level

1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level

surface.

2. Warm up the engine to normal

operating temperature.

3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes

for the oil to return to the oil pan.

4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and

reinsert it fully.
 

1. MAX
2. OK
3. MIN
 

5. Pull it out again and examine the level.

The level is normal if it is between the
MIN and MAX marks.
If it is near or below MIN, add enough
oil to bring the level to MAX.

CAUTION

Do not overfill the engine oil. This may
cause engine damage.

6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is

positioned properly before reinserting
the dipstick.

7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.

Maintenance and Care

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