Engine Oil Inspection (3.0L); Replacement - Mazda B-Series 1997 Workshop Manual

OIL PRESSURE, ENGINE OIL
KEEP THE OIL IN THlS RANGE
ADD 1
QUART
OIL LEVEL MAY BE IN THlS
RANGE AFTER AN OIL CHANGE
6.
Apply sealant to the oil pressure sensor threads as shown
in the figure.
7.
Remove the oil pressure gauge and install the oil pressure
sensor.
Tightening torque:
16-22
N.m (1 -6-2.2 kgf-m, 12-1 6 ft.lbf)
ENGINE OIL
INSPECTION
1. Position the vehicle on level grouncl.
2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature and
stop it.
3.
Wait for five minutes.
4. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level and condition.
5. Add or replace oil as necessary.
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5 ~ ~ 0 ~ 2 - 0 0 6
~ ~ 1 2 5 0 - A
;O:ehe oil level should be filled to the top of thedashed
1
part of the dipstick.
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DRAIN
REPLACEMENT
Warning
Be careful when draining; the oil is hot.
1. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature and
stop it.
2. Remove the oil filler cap and the oil pan drain plug.
3. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
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PLUG
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4. Install a new gasket and the oil pan drain plug.
MDI 063-A !5BUOD2-007
Tightening torque:
20-34 N-m (2.0-3.4 kgf-m, 15-25 ft.lbf)
5. Refill the engine with the specified type and amount of
engine oil.
Oil capacity
L {US qt, Imp
qt)
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Engine oil replacement 3.8 (4.0, 3.4)
Engine oil replacement (with oil filter)
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4.25 (4.5, 3.8)
MDI 035-C
6. Refit the oil filler cap.
7. Run the engine and check for leaks.
8. Check the oil level and add oil if necessary.