Inspecting Engine Oil Level- Page 21

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Maintenance Schedule

Model Year
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The quality designation SM, or ILSAC
must be on the label.

5W-20

120

100

80

60

40

20

0

–20

50

40

30

20

10

0

–10

–20

–30

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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.

2.5-liter engine (Type A)

Full

Low

OK

2.5-liter engine (Type B)

OK

Full

Low

3.7-liter engine

Full

Low

5.

2.5-liter engine

Pull it out again and examine the level.
The level is normal if it is between
Low and Full.
If it is near or below Low, add enough
oil to bring the level to Full.

3.7-liter engine

Pull it out again and examine the level.
The level is normal if it is between
Low and Full. If it is below Low, add
oil to raise the level within the hatching
zone.

CAUTION

Do not add engine oil over Full. This
may cause engine damage.

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

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  • 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.
  • 2.5-liter engine (Type A) Full Low OK 2.
  • 3.7-liter engine Full Low 5.
  • 2.5-liter engine Pull it out again and examine the level.
  • 3.7-liter engine Pull it out again and examine the level.

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