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  1. Small oil leak (2014 Mazda 3ST)

    2014-2018 Mazda 3 Skyactiv Discussion
    I change the oil in my 2014 Mazda 3ST (2.5L engine, 29000 miles) in 3000 mile intervals. The plastic cover below the drain plug is always oily. I don't see oil marks on the oil filter so it makes me think that perhaps i have a small leak at the drain plug. I torque the plug to 25 ft-lbs and use...

  2. Help with reading oil dipstick on 3sT

    2014-2018 Mazda 3 Skyactiv How-To Guides
    Hello, Is there a trick in reading the oil dipstick on the 2.5 liter engine? I just changed the oil and in the life of me I'm not sure what the dip stick is showing. There must be a proven technique. Thanks in advance.
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