Mazda CX-7 Owner's Manual page 414

CX-7_8CG3-EA-11J_Edition1 Page414
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
NOTE
When closing the engine oil cap, place the cap
with the ( ) mark aligned at the OPEN (
position and then turn the cap to the CLOSE
( ) position.
2.5-liter engine
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.
Type A
Type B
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5. Pull it out again and examine the level.
)
6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is
7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Full
OK
Low
Full
OK
Low
Black plate (414,1)
The level is normal if it is between
Low and Full. If it is near or below
Low, add enough oil to bring the level
to Full.
CAUTION
Do not add engine oil over Full. This
may cause engine damage.
positioned properly before reinserting
the dipstick.