Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Adjustment

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CAUTION:

Only adjust the ATF level when the ATF temperature is 45-55 °C {113-131 °F}. If the ATF level is incorrect, it could damage the transaxle.
Do not add ATF over the specification. Otherwise, the transaxle performance could be reduced and ATF could leak.

Remove the front under cover No. 2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
Adjust the ATF level.
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2 and display the PID TFT.
2. Warm up the engine until the ATF temperature is 50 °C {122 °F} .
3. Remove the dipstick and wipe the ATF off using a rag while leaving the engine idling.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Dipstick
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  WARNING:
  - Keep hands and tools away from the cooling fan even if the cooling fan is not operating to prevent injury, or damage to the cooling fan.
  - Do not touch parts which have become heated. Otherwise, it could cause severe burns or serious injury.
4. Insert the dipstick and pull it out again.
5. Verify that ATF is adhering to the central marker area on the dipstick.
  - If ATF is not adhering to the central marker area on the dipstick, adjust the ATF level to the central marker area.
NOTE:
- The ATF color is blue.
- Only use ATF FZ for the FW6A-EL, FW6AX-EL.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Central Marker Area On Dipstick
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  
  ATF type
- ATF FZ
Insert the dipstick and install the securing bolt.
Tightening torque
- 8-11 N.m {82-112 kgf.cm, 71-97 in.lbf}
Install the front under cover No. 2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)