1996 Mazda MX-6 Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Controls - Specifications - 2.0L: Capacities

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Application Amp Hr. Rating
MX-6 & 626 48
FLUID CAPACITIES

Application Quantity
Crankcase (Includes Filter) 3.7 Qts. (3.5L)
Cooling System (Includes Heater) 7.4 Qts. (7.0L)
Manual Transaxle (1) 2.9 Qts. (2.7L)
Automatic Transaxle
MX-6 (2) 8.7 Qts. (8.3L)
626 (2) 9.2 Qts. (8.7L)
(1) Use SAE 75W-90 for all-season conditions, and SAE 80W-90 for temperatures greater than 50Β°F (10Β°C).
(2) Use ATF M-III or MERCON.
Factory Service Tools

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