2006 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 294

Mazda6_8U66-EA-05F_Edition2 Page294 Tuesday, July 26 2005 11:27 AM Black plate (294,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Move the shift lever through all ranges and set it at P. Fluid cold scale B When the engine has not been running and the outside temperature is about 20°C (70°F), the fluid level should be close to, but not above, the bottom notch on the dipstick. 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. 3.0-liter engine Full A Low CAUTION l 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. l l B Fully insert the dipstick. When adding fluid, inspect with the dipstick to make sure it doesn't pass full. NOTE Fluid hot scale A 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. Inspect the fluid on both sides of the dipstick in a well lit area for an accurate reading. 8-28 Form No.8U66-EA-05F