Mazda 3 Service Manual: Transaxle Oil Replacement [G66 M R]

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Engine / Lubrication / Transaxle Oil Replacement [G66 M R]

1. Park the vehicle on level ground.

2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..

3. Remove the drain plug and washer.

4. Drain the oil into a suitable container.

5. Install a new washer and the drain plug.

Tightening torque

39—59 N·m {4.0—6.0 kgf·m, 29—43 ft·lbf}

6. Remove the oil level plug and washer.

7. Add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole until the level reaches the bottom of the oil level plug hole. Manual transaxle oil


Item	Specification
Grade	API service GL-4
Viscosity	SAE 75W-80
Capacity (approx. quantity)	2.85 L {3.01 US qt, 2.51 lmp qt}

8. Install a new washer and the oil level plug.

Tightening torque

39—59 N·m {4.0—6.0 kgf·m, 29—43 ft·lbf}

9. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2..

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