Lubrication System Inspection; Engine Oil Check; Oil Pressure Check; Engine Oil Replacement - Mazda 626 MX-6 Workshop Manual

2 INSPECTION, ENGINE OIL
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INSPECTION
ENGINE OIL
1. Be sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temper­
ature and stop it.
3. Wait for five minutes.
4. Remove the oil level gauge and check the oil lev­
el and condition.
5. Add or replace oil if necessary.
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Note
The distance between the L and F marks on
the level gauge represents 1.0 liter (1.06 US
qt, 0.88 Imp qt).
OIL PRESSURE
1. Remove the oil pressure switch.
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2. Screw the SST into the pressure switch installa­
tion hole.
3. Warm up the engine to normal operating tem­
perature.
4. Run the engine at 3,000 rpm, and note the gauge
reading.
Standard oil pressure:
294—392 kPa (3.0—4.0 kg/cm2, 43—57 psi)
5. If the pressure is not as specified, check for the
cause, and repair if necessary.
(Refer to Troubleshooting Guide.)
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ENGINE OIL
REPLACEMENT
1. Warm up the engine to the normal operating tem­
perature and stop it.
2. Remove the oil filler cap and the oil pan drain plug.
3. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
Warning
Be careful when draining, the oil is very hot.
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