2006 MAZDA MODEL 6 oil temperature

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The quality designation SL, or ILSAC
must be on the label.
5W-20
120 100 80
60 40
20
0 –20
50 40 30
20 10
0 –10
–20 –30
qInspecting Engine Oil Level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
2. Warm up the engine to normal
operating temperature.
3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes
for the oil to return to the oil pan.
4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
Full
LowOK 2.3-liter engine
3.0-liter engine
Full
OK
Low
5. Pull it out again and examine the level.
It's OK between Low and Full.
But if it's near or below Low, add
enough oil to bring the level to Full.
CAUTION
Don't add engine oil over Full. This
may cause engine damage.
6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is
positioned properly before reinserting
the dipstick.
qChanging Engine Oil and Filter
Change engine oil and filter according to
Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3).
Please act responsibly―protect the
environment and take used oil to a
recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a
service station for information.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Specifications
qEngine
ItemSpecification
2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in)
Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in)
Compression ratio 9.7 10.0
qElectrical System
Item Classification
Battery 12V-50AH/5HR
Alternator2.3-liter engine 12 V - 100 A
3.0-liter engine 12 V - 110 A
Starter 12 V - 1.4 kW
Spark-plug number2.3-liter engineLFG1 18 110
*
L3Y2 18 110
3.0-liter engine AJ57 18 110*
Spark-plug gap2.3-liter engine 1.25―1.35 mm (0.049―0.053 in)
3.0-liter engine 1.29―1.45 mm (0.051―0.057 in)
* ex factory
qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oilRefer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers
on page 8-18.
Manual transmission
oil2.3-liter engineAny temperatureAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10°C (50°F)API Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
3.0-liter engineAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid2.3-liter engine ATF M-V
3.0-liter engine ATF T-IV
Power steering fluid ATF M-III, M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake fluid SAE J1703, or FMVSS116 DOT-3
10-4
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Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-42
Defroster
Rear window .............................. 5-45
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ......................................... 3-9
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-10
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-7
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-17
Break-in period ............................ 4-7
Driving in flooded area .............. 4-10
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-8
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-7
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-9
Winter driving .............................. 4-9
E
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-17
Flooded engine ........................... 7-17
Jump-starting .............................. 7-18
Push-starting .............................. 7-20
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-21
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
Engine
Coolant ....................................... 8-21
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-5
Hood release .............................. 3-32
Oil .............................................. 8-18
Overheating ................................ 7-15
Starting ......................................... 5-3
Engine Compartment Overview ........ 8-17
Engine Coolant
Overheating ................................ 7-15
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-27
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-5
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-60
F
Flasher
Hazard warning .......................... 5-47
Headlights .................................. 5-41
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3
Changing ...................................... 7-8
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids
Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-15
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-43
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-4
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-5
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel
Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-31
Gauge ......................................... 5-28
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-53
Panel description ........................ 8-55
Replacement ............................... 8-53
G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-55
H
Hatch ................................................. 3-12
Luggage compartment cover ...... 3-13
Luggage strap ............................. 3-13
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-47
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-8
Index
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