Mazda Mazda2_8BL3-EA-10E_Edition3 manual Low

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

5.Pull it out again.

The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows.

	Full
		A	Full
Low				B
			Low

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.

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

ØUse the cold scale only as a reference.

ØIf outside temperature is lower than about 20°C (70°F), start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine reaches operating temperature.

ØIf 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

Inspect the fluid on both sides of the dipstick in a well lit area for an accurate reading.

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