2002 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 242

J16L_EA.book Page 10 Friday, February 22, 2002 11:34 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5. Pull it out again and examine the level. It's OK between MIN and MAX. But if it's near at or below MIN, add enough oil to bring the level to MAX. Changing engine oil WARNING Checking or Changing Engine Oil: Hot engine oil is dangerous. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. You could be seriously burned. Don't check or change the engine oil when the engine is hot. CAUTION Don't add engine oil over MAX. This may cause engine damage. 6. Make sure the O-ring is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick. M Changing Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Please act responsibly-protect the environment and take used oil to a recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a service station for information. Loosen Tighten Front Drain plug WARNING Handling Used Engine Oil: Continuous contact with used engine oil is dangerous. It could cause skin cancer. Always wash with soap and water immediately after changing oil and filter. 1. Warm up the engine for a few minutes and turn it off. Remove the oil-filler cap. 2. Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. 3. Replace the plug tightly after the oil has thoroughly drained. 4. Fill the engine with new oil to the MAX mark on the dipstick. 5. Securely replace the oil-filler cap. 6. Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for leaks. 7. Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. CAUTION Remove oil splatter from the exhaust manifold, the exhaust pipe and the shield. Oil left on these areas will smoke when the engine is running. 8-10 Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K