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2011 - RX-8 - Engine
ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT [13B-MSP]
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it and
the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous. It can slip or
fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work around or under a lifted vehicle if it is not
securely supported on safety stands.
Continuous exposure to USED engine oil has caused skin cancer in laboratory mice. Protect
your skin by washing with soap and water immediately after working with engine oil.
CAUTION:
If engine oil is spilled on the exhaust system, wipe it off completely. If you fail to wipe the
spilled engine oil, it will produce fumes because of the heat.
Because engine starting performance could worsen, do not use either synthetic or semi-
synthetic motor oil.
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the engine cover. (See
3. Remove the oil filler cap.
4. Remove the oil pan drain plug.
5. Drain the engine oil into a container.
6. Install the oil pan drain plug with a new gasket.
Oil pan drain plug tightening torque
29.4—41.2 N·m {3.00—4.20 kgf·m, 21.7—30.3 ft·lbf}
NOTE:
The amount of residual oil in the engine can vary according to factors such as the
replacement method and oil temperature. Verify the oil level after engine oil
replacement.
7. Refill with the following type and amount of the engine oil. Engine oil specification
Item
ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
U.S.A. and CANADA
[13B-MSP].)
Except U.S.A. and CANADA