Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual page 345

RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page345
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Except U.S.A. and CANADA
The quality designation SL,SM, or ILSAC
must be on the label.
–30 –10
–20 0
–20
0 20
5W-20
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.
Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H
(ILSAC)
30
10 20 40 50
40 80 100
60 120
Black plate (345,1)
Owner Maintenance
4. Remove the service cover.
5. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
Full
OK
Low
6. Pull it out again and examine the level.
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.
The distance between Low and Full on the
dipstick represents the following:
Oil capacity
L (US qt, Imp qt)
Maintenance and Care
2.0 (2.1, 1.8)
8-13