Engine Oil Level Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the vehicle on level ground.
Warm up the engine.
Stop the engine and allow approx. 5 min before continuing.
Remove the dipstick and verify that the oil level is between the MAX and MIN marks on the dipstick.
- If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add engine oil.
Fig 1: Identifying Dipstick MIN/MAX Marks
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.