Inspecting Engine Oil Level- Page 249

2005 Mazda RX-8 Owners Manual

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Black plate (249,1)

Except U.S.A. and CANADA

(ILSAC)

The quality designation SL, 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. Remove the engine cover.

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

reinsert it fully.

Full

Low

OK

6. Pull it out again and examine the level.

It's OK between L and F.
But if it's near or below L, add enough
oil to bring the level to F.

CAUTION

Don't add engine oil over F. This may
cause engine damage.

The distance between L and F on the
dipstick represents the following:

Oil capacity

L (US qt, Imp qt)

1.7 (1.8, 1.5)

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

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RX-8_8U84-EA-05I_Edition1 Page249
Tuesday, July 5 2005 5:50 PM

Form No.8U84-EA-05I

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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. Remove the engine cover.
  • 5. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.
  • 6. Pull it out again and examine the level.
  • 1.7 (1.
  • 1.5) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 8-13 RX-8_8U84-EA-05I_Edition1 Page249 Tuesday, July 5 2005 5:50 PM Form No.