1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level plug and washer.
3. Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port.
Specified oil grade API Service GL-4 or GL-5
Specified oil viscosity All-season: SAE 75W-90
Above 10 ° C {50 ° F}: SAE 80W-90

4. Install a new washer and the oil level plug.
Tightening torque 40-58 N·m {4.0-6.0 kgf·m, 29-43 ft·lbf}
Manual transaxle
Transaxle oil replacementMazda 6 Service Manual: Rear drain hose removal
1. Remove the headliner.
2. Remove the trunk side trim. (4SD)
3. Remove the trunk side upper trim and trunk side trim. (5HB)
4. Disconnect the rear drain hose from the sunroof frame.
5. Remove the rear drain hose from the clips.
6. Pull the rear drain hose into the room side.
7. Remove the rea ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Knock sensor inspection
Note
Perform the following test only when directed.
Resistance Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
3. Measure the resistance between the knock sensor terminals A and B using an
ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the knock sens ...