2008 - MX-5 - Transmission/Transaxle

TRANSMISSION OIL REPLACEMENT [M15M-D]

1. Position the vehicle on level ground.

2. Remove the drain plug B with washer.

3. Drain the oil into a container.

4. Wipe the drain plug B clean and apply sealant to the drain plug B threads before installing.

5. Install the drain plug B with new washer.

Tightening torque

• B: 39—59 N·m {4.0—5.9 kgf·m, 29—42 ft·lbf}

6. Remove the check plug A.

7. Add the specified oil from check plug A port until the level reaches the brim of check plug hole.

Specified oil grade

• API Service GL-4 or GL-5

Specified oil viscosity

• All season: SAE 75W-90

• Above 10°C {50°F}: SAE 80W-90

Capacity (approx. quantity)

• 2.0 L {2.1 US qt, 1.8 lmp qt}

8. Install the new check plug A.

Tightening torque

• A: 25—39 N·m {2.6—3.9 kgf·m, 19—28 ft·lbf}