2004 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 236

J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 11 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 1. Remove the engine cover. Engine cover 8. Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. Check the oil level and fill to the F mark if necessary. Oil capacity (General reference only, refer to Specifications section for capacities.) NOTE 2. Warm up the engine for a few minutes and turn it off. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. 4. Replace the plug tightly after the oil has thoroughly drained. 5. Fill the engine with new oil to the F mark on the dipstick. 6. Securely replace the oil-filler cap. • The indicated engine oil capacities are for general reference purposes only. When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. • Use only specified engine oil (page 10-5). • Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. Changing oil filter Because you need a special tool to retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do the work. Loosen Tighten Front Drain Plug 7. Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for leaks. 8-11 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C