2006–2015 Mazda MX-5 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2006–2015 Mazda MX-5 with the MZR 2.0L engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata — NC 2006–2015
2006–2015 Miata · 2006–2015 Mx-5 · 2006–2015 Mx5
First Timer Friendly
✅ NC Miata updated to the 2.0L MZR engine. Still one of the easiest oil changes available. Great first DIY car.
Specs not yet verified. We're still checking this guide's oil type, capacity, part numbers and torque against the manufacturer's data. Confirm them in your owner's manual before you start.
Oil Type
5W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.2 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Mazda #LF01-14-302 | Fram PH6607
Engine Code
MZR 2.0L
Tools You'll Need
- 14mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (standard spin-on type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (Mazda #9956-41-600)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 14mm | Torque: 30 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Mazda #9956-41-600 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | No oil life monitor — use mileage interval. |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.2 quarts this is a compact drain — Oil Pal handles it easily.
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