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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONMANUAL TRANSMANUAL TRANSAXLE (SERVICE, REMOVAL & INSTALLATION A26M-R)TRANSAXLE OIL INSPECTION
2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3
Transaxle Oil Inspection
2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Transaxle Oil Inspection
- Park the vehicle on level ground.
- Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the oil level plug and gasket.
- Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port.
- If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount and type of oil through the oil level plug hole.
MANUAL TRANSAXLE OILItem Specification Grade API service GL-4 Viscosity SAE 75W-80 - Install a new gasket and the oil level plug.
Tightening torque
- 28-51 N.m {2.9-5.2 kgf.m, 21-37 ft.lbf}
- Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.