2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 224

shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil M Recommended Oil Oil container labels provide important information. When choosing an oil, consider the temperature range your vehicle will operate in before the next oil change. Then select the recommended viscosity from this chart. CAUTION Using oils of viscosity besides those recommended for specific temperature ranges could result in engine damage. Energy conserving oils are recommended. A chief contribution they make to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. FOR GASOLINE ENGINES (ILSAC) M Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully. 2.3-liter engine The quality designation SL or ILSAC must be on the label. Engine oil viscosity, or thickness, has an effect on fuel economy and cold-weather operation (starting and oil flow). Low-viscosity engine oils can provide improved fuel economy and cold-weather performance. But high-temperature weather conditions require higher-viscosity engine oils for satisfactory lubrication. -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50 -20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 Full OK Low 5W-20 8-10 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I