2011 mazda 6 transmission fluid change

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1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair

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How Often Do You Need to Change Your Mazda’s Transmission Fluid?
How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2011 Mazda 6?
How many quarts of transmission fluid does a Mazda 6 hold?
How do you check the transmission fluid on a Mazda 6?
What kind of transmission fluid does a 2011 Mazda 6 take?

2. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open

3. Remove Dipstick - Access point for transmission fluid

4. Add Fluid - Determine correct fluid type and add fluid

5. Replace Dipstick - Put the dipstick / cap back in place

6. More Info. - Additional information on adding trans. fluid

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This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2010 Mazda 6. Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level. If the transmission fluid level on your 6 is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Mazda has been developed sophisticated transmissions through years and it is critical that you add the exact type of transmission fluid stipulated by your owner's manual (typically in the back of the manual in a section titled Fluid Capacities.) When adding transmission fluid to your 6, be sure to add it slowly as the transmission fluid capacity is reached quickly and it is difficult to remove excess fluid if you overfill.

If you are having problems with the transmission in your 6, such as clunky shifting or hesitation, check the fluid level first - it is amazing how many drivers pay thousands of dollars for transmission work when a half quart of transmission fluid would have fixed the problem.

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Taking care of some of the simple and regular maintenance needs your vehicle requires can be a great idea for some, but when you have questions, it’s a good idea to consult the experts. That’s why many may be wondering the following question: do you need to change the transmission fluid in a Mazda? If you’re asking the same thing, we’ll explain what you need to know.

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How Often Do You Need to Change Your Mazda’s Transmission Fluid?

You probably know by now how often you should be changing the oil in your Mazda, but what about the transmission fluid? Well, there’s a good chance the answer is “never.”

Or, at least, almost never. If you purchased your Mazda new and it is equipped with SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY, it will have lifetime transmission fluid that only requires changing should a critical component or the whole transmission need to be replaced. If you have one of the newer models produced in the last few years, there’s a good chance it has SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY, but be sure to contact us if you’re unsure.

So, what do you do if your Mazda does not have SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY? Although there’s a good chance your transmission still won’t require regular maintenance, you’ll want to check the owner’s manual to be sure or get in touch with us/professional Mazda service technicians, as some Ford-sourced products like the Mazda Tribute (or other models) will actually require transmission fluid changes regularly. That said, if you’ve already done some inspecting and have noticed the fluid is dark, dirty or smells bad, it’s a good idea to schedule an appointment to have it inspected.

Hopefully you now know if you need to change the transmission fluid in your Mazda, but if you’re still unsure or if you can’t find the information in your owner’s manual, just let us know. Don’t forget to check back to the Mazda of Lodi blog for more about life with your Mazda.