Using UV Light (Black Light)
1. Remove on the engine or transaxle.
Note
2. Pour the fluorescent dye into the engine oil or ATF (or transaxle oil).
3. Allow the engine to run for 30 minutes.
4. Inspect for dye leakage by irradiating with UV light (black light), and identify the type of oil that is leaking.
5. If no dye leakage is found, allow the engine to run for another 30 minutes or drive the vehicle then reinspect.
6. Find where the oil is leaking from, then make necessary repairs.
Note
Not Using UV Light (Black Light)
1. Gather some of the leaking oil using an absorbent white tissue.
2. Take samples of engine oil and ATF (or transaxle oil), both from the dipstick, and place them next to the leaked oil already gathered on the tissue.
3. Compare the appearance and smell, and identify the type of oil that is leaking.
4. Remove any oil on the engine or transaxle/transmission.
5. Allow the engine to run for 30 minutes.
6. Check the area where the oil is leaking, then make necessary repairs.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Oil filter
OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
For Europe (LF and L3 engine models)
Caution
To avoid damage to the oil filter, use only specified oil filter.
1. Remove the oil filter drain plug.
2. Untighten the oil filter cover for 2 turns and drain the engine oil.
Note
Oil could be easily drained when th ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Fuel tank inspection
Caution
Disconnecting/connecting the quick release connector without
cleaning it may possibly cause damage to the fuel pipe and quick release
connector. Always clean the quick release connector joint area before
disconnecting/connecting using a cloth or soft brush, and make sure that it ...