Cx5 oil level confusion ??
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Cx5 oil level confusion ??
I recently read a 27 post thread on how to read a dipstick and the OP had either manufactured confusion to mess with people here or -was seriously confused. Hard to say ----
. I would like to hear form anyone here thats purchased a NEW CX5 what the oil read was from the factory ? I have had 3 NAs - 22. 23 and now 25 . Each one has been delivered with a level reading dead center between the MIN and MAX eyelets on the dipstick. Thats in the middle or slightly above when cold . When performing changes it comes up near the top eyelet if I put 5.0 qts as opposed to 4.8 with filter . So I am of the mind that in the middle is correct --overages after are likey due to remaining oil when draining=- which is OK--. I dont think its cause for alarm if you arent at the top eyelet or MAX. In fact itrs bad to overfill. Old school thinks was MAX to MIN was one full quart --So I believe Mazda made a large margin for error here-- to prevent overfilling ---- Comments >?
. I would like to hear form anyone here thats purchased a NEW CX5 what the oil read was from the factory ? I have had 3 NAs - 22. 23 and now 25 . Each one has been delivered with a level reading dead center between the MIN and MAX eyelets on the dipstick. Thats in the middle or slightly above when cold . When performing changes it comes up near the top eyelet if I put 5.0 qts as opposed to 4.8 with filter . So I am of the mind that in the middle is correct --overages after are likey due to remaining oil when draining=- which is OK--. I dont think its cause for alarm if you arent at the top eyelet or MAX. In fact itrs bad to overfill. Old school thinks was MAX to MIN was one full quart --So I believe Mazda made a large margin for error here-- to prevent overfilling ---- Comments >?
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I recently read a 27 post thread on how to read a dipstick and the OP had either manufactured confusion to mess with people here or -was seriously confused. Hard to say ----
. I would like to hear form anyone here thats purchased a NEW CX5 what the oil read was from the factory ? I have had 3 NAs - 22. 23 and now 25 . Each one has been delivered with a level reading dead center between the MIN and MAX eyelets on the dipstick. Thats in the middle or slightly above when cold . When performing changes it comes up near the top eyelet if I put 5.0 qts as opposed to 4.8 with filter . So I am of the mind that in the middle is correct --overages after are likey due to remaining oil when draining=- which is OK--. I dont think its cause for alarm if you arent at the top eyelet or MAX. In fact itrs bad to overfill. Old school thinks was MAX to MIN was one full quart --So I believe Mazda made a large margin for error here-- to prevent overfilling ---- Comments >?
. I would like to hear form anyone here thats purchased a NEW CX5 what the oil read was from the factory ? I have had 3 NAs - 22. 23 and now 25 . Each one has been delivered with a level reading dead center between the MIN and MAX eyelets on the dipstick. Thats in the middle or slightly above when cold . When performing changes it comes up near the top eyelet if I put 5.0 qts as opposed to 4.8 with filter . So I am of the mind that in the middle is correct --overages after are likey due to remaining oil when draining=- which is OK--. I dont think its cause for alarm if you arent at the top eyelet or MAX. In fact itrs bad to overfill. Old school thinks was MAX to MIN was one full quart --So I believe Mazda made a large margin for error here-- to prevent overfilling ---- Comments >?
Ok dude when all that BS started, I was at my Mazda dealership picking up several ordered parts for customers. SPECFICALLY SAW WITH MY OWN EYE I brand new Mazda being prepped for the new owner in the shop and SPECIFICALLY WALKED OVER TO THE AUTO TECH I PERSONALLY KNOW and watched him check the oil and ADD OIL !!!!!! I asked him if this is a common reading? He said in over 10 years working for Mazda and a couple other dealerships when he was assigned to do the new owner delivery prepping although the oil was withing the service "MARKS" he would often add a little to bring it up top the top line to save CONFUSION from owners that actually checked there oil.
As for the rest of your response I think you know very well that I explained in DETAIL about the dipstick and how to read it on not one but a few threads on this forum and even a couple others. I suggest you go re-read at least the thread you mentioned on this forum again!
This thread is nothing more then you wanting to start your own thread and hash this BS about HOW to READ a dipstick.. You know what us auto enthusiasts guys and gals we call slow learning or some that are just ridiculas wioth there knowledge individuals right....
I am not calling anyone a derogatory term only posting what one slang meaning is. If anyone takes offence to that and responds well I guess that's sorts fishing and catching the intended fish? LOL
"DIP STICK" LOL
Also I am not sure where you ever read empirical information that stated on "old school" (need to qualify the date better on this subject the term old school has a vast choice of periods on this subject materiel) to add a full QT if on the lower reading. And please maybe explain to those d that dont understand why on all engines without a balance shaft assembly why overfilling can cause some issues mostly in reducing the power of the engine due to crankshaft drag. LOL
It was always in the pre 80's for the most part myths about hydro locking an engine by overfill the oil pan sump.
Mabe someone should make a dip stick that the blind can read they may be able to do it better! lol
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I recently read a 27 post thread on how to read a dipstick and the OP had either manufactured confusion to mess with people here or -was seriously confused. Hard to say ----
. I would like to hear form anyone here thats purchased a NEW CX5 what the oil read was from the factory ? I have had 3 NAs - 22. 23 and now 25 . Each one has been delivered with a level reading dead center between the MIN and MAX eyelets on the dipstick. Thats in the middle or slightly above when cold . When performing changes it comes up near the top eyelet if I put 5.0 qts as opposed to 4.8 with filter . So I am of the mind that in the middle is correct --overages after are likey due to remaining oil when draining=- which is OK--. I dont think its NO cause for alarm if you aren't at the top eyelet or MAX. In fact itrs bad to overfill. Old school thinks was MAX to MIN was one full quart --So I believe Mazda made a large margin for error here-- to prevent overfilling ---- Comments >?
. I would like to hear form anyone here thats purchased a NEW CX5 what the oil read was from the factory ? I have had 3 NAs - 22. 23 and now 25 . Each one has been delivered with a level reading dead center between the MIN and MAX eyelets on the dipstick. Thats in the middle or slightly above when cold . When performing changes it comes up near the top eyelet if I put 5.0 qts as opposed to 4.8 with filter . So I am of the mind that in the middle is correct --overages after are likey due to remaining oil when draining=- which is OK--. I dont think its NO cause for alarm if you aren't at the top eyelet or MAX. In fact itrs bad to overfill. Old school thinks was MAX to MIN was one full quart --So I believe Mazda made a large margin for error here-- to prevent overfilling ---- Comments >?
I recommend to disregard the amounts and ONLY add oil as needed when an oil and filter service is done to fill and properly check to be somewhere in-between the Mazda dipstick 2 marks.
If you do go above the top mark on the dipstick if it is about 3-4mm it WILL NOT HARM the engine. The sump actually can accommodate slight oversights and that amount does not come anywhere close to the crankshaft or the pan flange to engine.
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I just looked.... There are 35 separate threads 
already established that I have participated in having to do with the Mazda DIPSTICK dating from Aug 12, 2022 through Feb 8, 2025 and also this thread you started.
already established that I have participated in having to do with the Mazda DIPSTICK dating from Aug 12, 2022 through Feb 8, 2025 and also this thread you started.
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It really seems like with all the already topic used multiple threads on the subject you are the only one that is confused here? LOL
Ok dude when all that BS started, I was at my Mazda dealership picking up several ordered parts for customers. SPECFICALLY SAW WITH MY OWN EYE I brand new Mazda being prepped for the new owner in the shop and SPECIFICALLY WALKED OVER TO THE AUTO TECH I PERSONALLY KNOW and watched him check the oil and ADD OIL !!!!!! I asked him if this is a common reading? He said in over 10 years working for Mazda and a couple other dealerships when he was assigned to do the new owner delivery prepping although the oil was withing the service "MARKS" he would often add a little to bring it up top the top line to save CONFUSION from owners that actually checked there oil.
As for the rest of your response I think you know very well that I explained in DETAIL about the dipstick and how to read it on not one but a few threads on this forum and even a couple others. I suggest you go re-read at least the thread you mentioned on this forum again!
This thread is nothing more then you wanting to start your own thread and hash this BS about HOW to READ a dipstick.. You know what us auto enthusiasts guys and gals we call slow learning or some that are just ridiculas wioth there knowledge individuals right....
I am not calling anyone a derogatory term only posting what one slang meaning is. If anyone takes offence to that and responds well I guess that's sorts fishing and catching the intended fish? LOL
"DIP STICK" LOL
Also I am not sure where you ever read empirical information that stated on "old school" (need to qualify the date better on this subject the term old school has a vast choice of periods on this subject materiel) to add a full QT if on the lower reading. And please maybe explain to those d that dont understand why on all engines without a balance shaft assembly why overfilling can cause some issues mostly in reducing the power of the engine due to crankshaft drag. LOL
It was always in the pre 80's for the most part myths about hydro locking an engine by overfill the oil pan sump.
Mabe someone should make a dip stick that the blind can read they may be able to do it better! lol
Ok dude when all that BS started, I was at my Mazda dealership picking up several ordered parts for customers. SPECFICALLY SAW WITH MY OWN EYE I brand new Mazda being prepped for the new owner in the shop and SPECIFICALLY WALKED OVER TO THE AUTO TECH I PERSONALLY KNOW and watched him check the oil and ADD OIL !!!!!! I asked him if this is a common reading? He said in over 10 years working for Mazda and a couple other dealerships when he was assigned to do the new owner delivery prepping although the oil was withing the service "MARKS" he would often add a little to bring it up top the top line to save CONFUSION from owners that actually checked there oil.
As for the rest of your response I think you know very well that I explained in DETAIL about the dipstick and how to read it on not one but a few threads on this forum and even a couple others. I suggest you go re-read at least the thread you mentioned on this forum again!
This thread is nothing more then you wanting to start your own thread and hash this BS about HOW to READ a dipstick.. You know what us auto enthusiasts guys and gals we call slow learning or some that are just ridiculas wioth there knowledge individuals right....
I am not calling anyone a derogatory term only posting what one slang meaning is. If anyone takes offence to that and responds well I guess that's sorts fishing and catching the intended fish? LOL
"DIP STICK" LOL
Also I am not sure where you ever read empirical information that stated on "old school" (need to qualify the date better on this subject the term old school has a vast choice of periods on this subject materiel) to add a full QT if on the lower reading. And please maybe explain to those d that dont understand why on all engines without a balance shaft assembly why overfilling can cause some issues mostly in reducing the power of the engine due to crankshaft drag. LOL
It was always in the pre 80's for the most part myths about hydro locking an engine by overfill the oil pan sump.
Mabe someone should make a dip stick that the blind can read they may be able to do it better! lol
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The " POINT " is I have owned 3 NEW CX5s ,NAs 22,23-25 all three delivered directly to me at the dealer with 03,03,02 miles respectively on the ODO - ALL 3 were and mid level beyween MIN-MAX on the engine oil dipstick when cold -
Thus I believe that this information to be of unique value to those who are in doubt about the correct oil level - The factory is consistent - What year is your CX5 ? just out of curiosity ? Or do you own one ?
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but be careful how you respond to this !
Maybe read my response not only to you but other members when I state “In the shop” or “I have had a customer in the shop”.
What does that suggest to you?
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Good God how many times is oil level going to be posted.
There are two marks on the dipstick for every type of gasoline engine powered make or model vehicle I've ever driven or operated.
They are the bottom/low mark and top/high mark and the correct level of operating engine oil is anywhere between the two.
If it were a very specific amount there would only be one mark on the dipstick.
If those checking can't understand that they shouldn't be anywhere near a dipstick.
There are two marks on the dipstick for every type of gasoline engine powered make or model vehicle I've ever driven or operated.
They are the bottom/low mark and top/high mark and the correct level of operating engine oil is anywhere between the two.
If it were a very specific amount there would only be one mark on the dipstick.
If those checking can't understand that they shouldn't be anywhere near a dipstick.
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Good God how many times is oil level going to be posted.
There are two marks on the dipstick for every type of gasoline engine powered make or model vehicle I've ever driven or operated.
They are the bottom/low mark and top/high mark and the correct level of operating engine oil is anywhere between the two.
If it were a very specific amount there would only be one mark on the dipstick.
If those checking can't understand that they shouldn't be anywhere near a dipstick.
There are two marks on the dipstick for every type of gasoline engine powered make or model vehicle I've ever driven or operated.
They are the bottom/low mark and top/high mark and the correct level of operating engine oil is anywhere between the two.
If it were a very specific amount there would only be one mark on the dipstick.
If those checking can't understand that they shouldn't be anywhere near a dipstick.
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