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Transmission Oil Replacement

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  1. Remove the drain plug B with washer and the check plug A.
  2. Drain the oil into a container.
  3. Wipe all plugs clean.
  4. Install the drain plug B with new washer.

    Tightening torque 

    B:40-58 N.m {4.0-6.0 kgf.m, 29-43 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 1: Installing Drain Plug
    G03638339Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Add the specified oil from check plug A port until the level reaches the brim of check plug hole.

    Specified oil 

    Grade:API service GL-4 or GL-5 

    Viscosity:SAE 75W-90 (All season) or SAE 80W-90 (Above 10°C {50°F}) 

    Capacity (approx.quantity):2.0 L {2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt} 

    Fig 2: Adding Oil
    G03638340Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Apply sealant to the threads of check plug A.
  7. Install the check plug A.

    Tightening torque 

    A:25-39 N.m {2.5-4.0 kgf.m, 19-28 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 3: Installing Plug
    G03638341Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.