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}
4. Remove the oil level plug with washer and add nthe specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole until the level reaches the bottom of the oil level plug hole.
Specified oil viscosity All-season: SAE 75W-90
Above 10 ° C {50 ° F}: SAE 80W-90 Capacity (approximate quantity) 2.87 L {3.03 US qt, 2.53 lmp qt}

5. 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}
Transaxle oil inspection
Oil seal (differential) replacementMazda 6 Service Manual: Dsc hu/cm inspection
1. Remove the battery and battery bracket.
2. Disconnect the DSC HU/CM connector.
3. Connect the SST (49 G066 004) to the DSC HU/CM connector and
harness side connector.
4. Inspect voltage referring the table below.
Terminal Voltage Table (reference value)
(Ignition switch is at ON, and conne ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Radiator cap
Warning
Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running, or when
the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding coolant and steam may shoot out
and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be ve ...