2002 Mazda Millenia Owner's Manual - Page 190

J76Y.book Page 18 Wednesday, March 27, 2002 5:04 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fluid hot scale A WARNING Sudden Vehicle Movement: Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever. 4. With the engine still idling, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back. 5. Pull it out again. The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows. Full A Low Full B Low When the vehicle has been driven and the fluid is at normal operating temperature, about 65°C (150°F), the level must be between Full and Low. Fluid cold scale B When the engine has not been running and the outside temperature is about 20°C (70°F), the level must be between Full and Low. CAUTION • Use the cold scale only as a reference. • If outside temperature is lower than about 20°C (70°F), start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine reaches operating temperature. • If the vehicle has been driven for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather, inspect the level only after stopping the engine and allowing the fluid to cool for 30 minutes. Fully insert the dipstick. When adding fluid, inspect with the dipstick to make sure it doesn't pass full. NOTE 2.5 liter V6 DOHC Full A Low Full B Low Inspect both sides of the dipstick for accurate reading. Miller Cycle Engine V6 DOHC 8-18 Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F