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Engine Oil Replacement: L3

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  1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
  2. Remove the oil filler cap.
  3. Remove the under cover.
  4. Remove the oil pan drain plug.
  5. Drain the engine oil into a container.
  6. Inspect the rubber seal of the oil pan drain plug and make sure there are no cracks or damage.
    • If necessary, replace the oil pan drain plug.
  7. Clean the flange surface (seal rubber) on the oil pan drain plug, then install the oil pan drain plug.

    Oil pan drain plug tightening torque 

    25-30 N.m {2.6-3.0 kgf.m, 19-22 ft.lbf} 

    NOTE:
    • The amount of residual oil in the engine can vary according to factors such as the replacement method, oil temperature. Verify the oil level after engine oil replacement.
  8. Refill the engine with the type and amount of engine oil specified in the table.
    OIL CAPACITY

    Item Specification - L {US qt, lmp qt}
    L3
    Oil replacement 3.9 {4.1, 3.4}
    Oil and oil filter replacement 4.3 {4.5, 3.8}
    Total (dry engine) 4.6 {4.8, 4.0}
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Oil Specification
    G03643796Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the oil filler cap.
  10. Start the engine and confirm that there is no oil leakage.
    • If there is oil leakage, find the cause and repair or replace the applicable part.
  11. Inspect the oil level. (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION .)
  12. Install the under cover.
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