2002 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 188

J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 14 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5. Pull it out again and examine the level. It's OK between L and F. But if it's near at or below L, add enough oil to bring the level to F. 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 F. This may cause engine damage. 6. Make sure the O-ring is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick. The distance between L and F on the dipstick represents the following: L (US qt, Imp qt) 0.8 (0.85, 0.70) Loosen Tighten 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. Drain plug 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 F 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. 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. 8-14 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F