Mazda 3 Owner's Manual page 485

Mazda3_8CV6-EA-12H_Edition2 Page485
Wednesday, October 17 2012 3:15 PM
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Oil container labels provide important
information.
A chief contribution this type of oil makes
to fuel economy is reducing the amount of
fuel necessary to overcome engine
friction.
For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts and
®
Castrol (Mexico only).
Form No.8CV6-EA-12H
The quality designation SM, or ILSAC
must be on the label.
qInspecting 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. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
SKYACTIV-G 2.0
(ILSAC)
Black plate (485,1)
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
–40 –20 0 20
–30 –10 10
–40 –20
0 20 40 60
Full
OK
Low
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120
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