Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Mazda 6 s TouringFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 4.00 OZS. | 0.11 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 3.7L Eng | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | MAZDA Genuine JWS3309 | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 3.7L Eng | 10.00 QTS. | 9.46 L | FL22 type engine coolant concentration is factory adjusted. Use the product as it is without diluting it. Except FL22 type engine coolant: Above 3Deg.F use: 35% Antifreeze solution and 65% demineralized water, above -15Deg.F use: 45% Antifreeze solution and 55% demineralized water, above -40Deg.F use: 55% Antifreeze solution and 45% demineralized water. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 3.7L Eng | w/Filter | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | API - SM, or ILSAC, SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil | If SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available, use SAE 10W-30 10W-40 5W-40 engine oil. | S |
| Engine Oil | 3.7L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.70 QTS. | 4.44 L | API - SM, or ILSAC, SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil | If SAE 5W-20 engine oil is not available, use SAE 10W-30 10W-40 5W-40 engine oil. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.01 QTS. | 2.84 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 (Any temperature). API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 80W-90 (Temperature above 50Deg.F) | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid M V or equivalent | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Fluid | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
