Mazda 2002 626 Owner's Manual page 187

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M M M M Inspecting 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 5 minutes for the
oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
2.0-liter engine
2.5-liter engine
5. Pull it out again and examine the level.
It's OK between L and F.
But if it's near at or below L, add
enough oil to bring the level to F.
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
Don't add engine oil over F. This may
cause engine damage.
6. Make sure the O-ring is positioned
The distance between L and F on the
dipstick represents the following:
M M M M Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Change engine oil and filter according to
Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3).
Full
OK
Please act responsibly—protect the
environment and take used oil to a
Low
recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a
service station for information.
Handling Used Engine Oil:
Continuous contact with used engine
oil is dangerous. It could cause skin
Full
cancer. Always wash with soap and
water immediately after changing oil
OK
and filter.
Low
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
CAUTION
properly before reinserting the
dipstick.
L (US qt, Imp qt) 1.0 (1.06, 0.88)
WARNING
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