2005 MAZDA MODEL B2300 TRUCK checking oil

ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in
P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual
transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
•2.3L I4 engine
MAX MIN
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•4.0L SOHC V6 engine
SAE 5W-30
•Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only
certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine
oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
MAX mark or the letter F in FULL on the engine oil level indicator
(dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap 1/4 turn
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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CHECKING AND ADDING REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully–
put in first gear.
3. Assure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toLubricant
Specificationsin this chapter.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Mazda Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Mazda SAE 5W-
20 Premium
Motor Oil2.3L engine 4.0 quarts
(3.8L)
3.0L V6 engines 4.5 quarts
(4.3L)
Mazda SAE 5W-
30 Premium
Motor Oil4.0L V6 engine 5.0 quarts
(4.7L)
Brake fluid DOT 3 Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
6
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instrument panel ....................193
interior .....................................193
interior trim ............................193
Mazda car care products .......194
plastic parts ............................192
washing ....................................189
waxing .....................................189
wheels ......................................190
wiper blades ............................192
Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................27
Single CD ..................................19
Clutch
fluid ..........................................237
operation while driving ..........153
recommended shift speeds ....154
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................51
set zone adjustment .................50
Compass/temperature display ...49
Console ........................................56
Coolant
checking and adding ..............216
refill capacities ................220, 241
specifications ..................244–245
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................52
Customer
Assistance ..................178–179, 181
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35Dipstick
engine oil .................................209
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........244
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................240
Driving under special
conditions ..................155, 157–158
mud ..........................................158
sand .........................................158
snow and ice ...........................159
through water .................158–159
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................172
Emergency Flashers .................160
Emission control system ..........232
Engine ........................................246
cleaning ...................................190
coolant .....................................216
idle speed control ...................214
limp to safety cooling .............221
lubrication
specifications ..................244–245
refill capacities ........................241
service points ..................205–207
starting after a collision .........160
Engine block heater .................145
Engine oil ..................................209
checking and adding ..............209
dipstick ....................................209
filter, specifications ................213
recommendations ...................213
refill capacities ........................241
specifications ..................244–245
Exhaust fumes ..........................145
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....223
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L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................35
headlamps, flash to pass ..........36
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps .....................39–40
replacing bulbs ....... 39–40, 42–45
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
LATCH anchors .........................100
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........147
Limited slip axle
(see Traction-Lok) ....................149
Limp to Safety Cooling .............221
Load limits .................................126
Loading instructions .................131
Lubricant
specifications .....................244–245
Lug nuts ....................................116
Lumbar support, seats ...............63
M
Manual transmission .................153
fluid capacities ........................241
lubricant specifications ..........245
reverse .....................................154
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................49
fold away ...................................52
side view mirrors (power) .......52Motorcraft parts ........................229
O
Octane rating ............................227
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................209
Overdrive .....................................55
Overheating ...............................171
P
Parking brake ............................148
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................165
Power door locks ........................58
Power mirrors .............................52
Power point .................................48
Power steering ..........................149
fluid, checking and
adding ......................................235
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .........244–245
Power Windows ...........................48
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................149
R
Radio ..........................18–19, 22, 26
Single CD ..................................19
Relays ........................................161
Remote entry system .................59
illuminated entry ......................61
locking/unlocking doors .....58–59
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............75
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