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Transaxle Oil Inspection [G66M-R]

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  1. Park the vehicle on level ground
  2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No 2. See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  3. Remove the oil level plug and washer
  4. Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port
    • If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole

      Manual transaxle oil Grade 

      API Service GL-4 or GL-5 

      Manual transaxle oil Viscosity 

      All-season: SAE 75W-90 

      Above 10°C {50°F}: SAE 80W-90 

      Fig 1: Identifying Oil Level (High And Low Level)
      G06205811Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install a new washer and the oil level plug

    Tightening torque 

    39-59 N.m {4.0-6.0 kgf.m, 29-43 ft.lbf} 

  6. Install the aerodynamic under cover No 2. See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO. 2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .