Mazda 6 Service Manual: Transaxle oil inspection
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.
- If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole.
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
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Transaxle oil replacement
1. Remove the drain plug with the washer.
2. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
3. Install a new washer and the drain plug.
Tightening torque
40-58 N·m {4.0-6.0 kgf·m, 29-43 ft·lbf}
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Mechanical system test
Mechanical System Test Preparation
1. Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the
wheels.
2. Inspect the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION.)
3. Inspect the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL INSPECTION.)
4. Inspect the ATF levels. (See AUTOMATIC TRANS ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front shock absorber inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Inspect the rubber bushing for deterioration and wear.
4. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the
operational force does not change and that there is no unusual nois ...