Mazda 2005 RX-8 Owner's Manual page 247

RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page247
Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
The quality designation SL, 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.8T69-EA-04G
(ILSAC)
30
10 20 40 50
40 80 100
60 120
Black plate (247,1)
Owner Maintenance
4. Remove the engine 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.
It's OK between L and F.
But if it's near or below L, add enough
oil to bring the level to F.
CAUTION
Don't add engine oil over F. This may
cause engine damage.
The distance between L and F on the
dipstick represents the following:
Oil capacity
L (US qt, Imp qt)
Maintenance and Care
1.7 (1.8, 1.5)
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