Mechanical System Test Preparation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the wheels.
- Inspect the engine coolant level. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION .)
- Inspect the engine oil level. (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION .)
- Inspect the ATF level. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID (ATF) LEVEL INSPECTION .)
- Inspect the idle speed and ignition timing in the P position. (See ENGINE TUNE-UP .)
- Wait until the engine and transmission reach normal operating temperature.