Mazda 8T12-EA-03K manuale d’uso

Black plate (1,1) Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page1 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (2,1) Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page2 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (3,1) Thank you for choosing a Mazda. W e at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. T o help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manua l carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is ne[...]

Black plate (4,1) W e want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Y our owner's manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety informatio[...]

Black plate (5,1) Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page5 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K T able of Contents Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. 1 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. 2 Kn[...]

Black plate (6,1) Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page6 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (7,1) 1 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview .............................................. 1-2 Exterior Overview ...................................................................... ... 1-4 1-1 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page7 Friday , December 5 2[...]

Black plate (8,1) 1-2 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page8 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (9,1) Lighting Control/T urn Signals ........................................................................... page 5-38 Instrument Cluster .............................................................................................. page 5-23 Driver-side Air Bag ............................................... .......................[...]

Black plate (10,1) 1-4 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page10 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (11,1) T runk Lid (Sedan) ............... ...................................................... ........................ page 3-18 High-mount Brake Light ........................ ........................................................... page 8-31 Antenna ................................... ............................................[...]

Black plate (12,1) 1-6 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page12 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (13,1) Liftgate (W agon) ..................................... ........................................................... page 3-12 High-mount Brake Light ........................ ........................................................... page 8-31 Antenna ................................... ...........................................[...]

Black plate (14,1) 1-8 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page14 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (15,1) 2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ............................................................... ................................ 2-2 Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ..................................... 2-2 Front Seats ([...]

Black plate (16,1) Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) W ARNING Modification of the Fr ont Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous . The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damag e the supplemental[...]

Black plate (17,1) Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forw ard and backward. q Seat Recline W ARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined posit ion while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a[...]

Black plate (18,1) q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) By moving the seat lever up or down, the seat bottom height can be adjusted. Lev er Down Up q Head Restraint W ARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injure[...]

Black plate (19,1) NOTE The thermostat regulates seat temperature by turning the current on and off. Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) W ARNING Modification of the Fr ont Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous . The front seats contain air bag components essential t[...]

Black plate (20,1) CAUTION l The seat-bottom power adjustment is operated by motors. A void extended operation because excess ive use can damage the motors. l T o prevent the battery from running down, avoid using the power adjustment when the en gine is stopped. The adjuster uses a large amount of electric power . l Don't use the switch to ma[...]

Black plate (21,1) q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) Front height adjustment T o adjust the front height of the seat- bottom, raise or low er the front of the slide lifter switch on the left side of the seat. Switch Rear height adjustment Raise or lower the back of the switch to adjust the rear height of the seat-bottom. Switch Height adjust[...]

Black plate (22,1) q Head Restraint W ARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision. Always drive with the head rest raints inserted when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjuste d[...]

Black plate (23,1) Rear Seat W ARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks, and placing articles on the rear package tray or on the luggage compartment cover is dangerous. During sudden braki ng or a collision, objects can fly around and become projectiles that may hit and injure passengers. Don' t stack ca[...]

Black plate (24,1) W ARNING Children and the Folding Rear Seats: Playing with the folding rear seats is dangerous. Once the seats are back up, a child in the trunk would not be able to get out the way they had entered. If you have small children, keep the seatbacks locked (sedan). Do not give the car keys to children and do not allow them to play i[...]

Black plate (25,1) CAUTION Be careful of the follow ing when using the remote handle lever s: l On a downward slope, the seatb ack could flip forward faster than on a flat area. l On an upward slope, the seatback may not fold down. When the seatbacks cannot be folded down with levers, pull the rear seatback forward from inside the vehicle. 1. Unfas[...]

Black plate (26,1) q Easy Fold Down Rear Seatbacks and Seat Bottom for Added Luggage Space (Hatchback/ W agon) The seatback and seat bottom can be folded down to provid e a flat surface extending from the back of the front seats to the rear of the vehicle for extra luggage space. T o fold down the rear seatbacks and seat bottoms W ARNING Operating [...]

Black plate (27,1) CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left seatback. Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat belt, buckle and seatb ack. 2. After checki ng that the rear seats are clear, open the liftgate and pull the remote handle lever s on the left and right side of the[...]

Black plate (28,1) W ARNING Seat Belts Caught Under Seatbacks: A seat belt caught und er a seatback after the seatback is returned to its upright position is dangerou s. In a collision or sudden stop, the seat belt cannot provide adequate protectio n. Always make sure the seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks. Returning Rear Seat[...]

Black plate (29,1) q Armrest The armrest can be used or placed upright. Armrest W ARNING Positioning the Shoulder Belt Over the Armrest: Positioning the shoulder portion of a rear seat belt over the armr est is dangerous as it cannot provi de adequate protection in a collisi on and could result in seriou s injuries. Never position the shoulder port[...]

Black plate (30,1) Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belt s. All of the seat belt retr actors are designed to keep the lap/shoul der belts out of the way when not in use. The driver's seat bel[...]

Black plate (31,1) W ARNING Not W earing Seat Belts: Not wearing a seat belt is extremel y dangerous. During a collision, occupa nts not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things insi de the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injure d or even killed. In the same collision, occupants wearing seat belts would b[...]

Black plate (32,1) q Pregnant W omen and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for speci fic recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGL Y AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly , but never across the stomach area. Persons w[...]

Black plate (33,1) 3-Point T ype Seat Belt NOTE When using the rear center seat belt, refer to “ Rear Center Position Seat Belt ” (page 2-23). q Fastening the Seat Belts 1. Grasp the buckle and tongue. 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Tongue Belt 3. Inser t the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click. Buckle Tongue W ARNING Posit[...]

Black plate (34,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belts Depress the button on the buckle. NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly , have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. q Shoulder Belt Adjuster Adjust the height of the shoul der belt if the seat belt touches your neck, or if[...]

Black plate (35,1) Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. In moderate or greater frontal or near- frontal accidents, the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously . The pretensioners take up [...]

Black plate (36,1) W ARNING Pretensioner System Disposal: Improper disposal of the prete nsioner system or a vehicle with non- deactivated pretensioner s is dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Ask an Authori zed Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner-equipp[...]

Black plate (37,1) Rear Center Position Seat Belt Before using the rear-center lap/shoul der belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. (A) (B) q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the buckle (D) and tongue (C). 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. 3. Inser t the tongue (C) into the buckle (D) until you hear a click. (C) (D) ([...]

Black plate (38,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle. q Unfastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Insert a small object such as a key in the anchor buckle (B) slot. (B) (A) CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left seatback. Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause[...]

Black plate (39,1) T o pull out the seat belt, slide tongue (A) with your finger while moving it downward, and slowly pull out the seat belt from the ceiling recess. CAUTION When stowing the seat belt, make sure the belt is locked securely into the ceiling recess. If the seat belt is not locked securely , it could fall down suddenly and cause inju [...]

Black plate (40,1) W ARNING Using an Extender That is T oo Long: Using an extender that is too long is dangerous. The seat belt will not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protectio n and you could be seriously injured. Don't use the extende r or choose one shorter in length if the distance between the extend[...]

Black plate (41,1) Seat Belt W arning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 2-27 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page41 Friday , December 5 2003 8:53 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (42,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. Y ou are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Can ada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding i[...]

Black plate (43,1) W ARNING Holding a Child While the V ehicle is Moving: Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous . No matter how strong the person may b e, he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Even in [...]

Black plate (44,1) W ARNING Operating the Remote Handle Lev ers While a Rear-Facing Child-Restra int System is in the Rear Seat: Operating the remote han dle levers while a rear-facing child -restraint system is in the rear seat is dangerous. It could cause injury to a child seated in the ch ild-restraint system when the seatback suddenly flips for[...]

Black plate (45,1) Installing Child-Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seat. The front passenger's seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12, and wi th rear-facing child- restraint systems it is clearly unsafe du e to air bags. Some child-restraint systems now come with tethers and ther[...]

Black plate (46,1) 3. T o get the retractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor . 4. Push the child-res traint system firmly into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retractor will be heard during[...]

Black plate (47,1) Hatchback/W agon Anchor bracket location For rear right seat For rear left seat Hatchback/W agon T ether strap position T ether strap (routed between head restraint upright) W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or[...]

Black plate (48,1) q Rear Center Seat Child-Restraint System Installation 1. Secure the child-res traint system with the seat belt, according to the manufacturer's instructions. 2. Secure the tether strap ac cording to the child-restraint system manufacturer's instruction. Sedan T ether strap position T ether strap Anchor bracket Anchor b[...]

Black plate (49,1) W ARNING Incorrect Attachment of the T etherStrap for the Rear Center Seat Position (Hatchback): Attaching the tether strap for the rear center seat position to one of the other of the tether anchor positions on the outboard seatbacks is dangerous. In a collision, the tether strap could slide and loosen the child-restraint system[...]

Black plate (50,1) W ARNING Front Passenger's Seat Position: As your vehicle has front air bags and doubly so if your vehicle has side air bags, a front-facing child-restrai nt system should be put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying air bag could cause s[...]

Black plate (51,1) 2. Secure the child-res traint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the manufacturer's instruct ions on the child-restraint system for belt routing instructions. 3. T o get the retractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt i[...]

Black plate (52,1) LA TCH Child-Restraint Systems Y our Mazda is equipped with LA TCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LA TCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger . Some LA TCH chil d-restraint systems must also be used in conjun ctio[...]

Black plate (53,1) q LA TCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Outboard Seats) 1. Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked. 2. Expan d the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LA TCH lower anchors. LA TCH lower anchor Marking For rear lef[...]

Black plate (54,1) Hatchback/W agon T ether strap position T ether strap (routed between head restraint upright) W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injur y. Use the tether and te[...]

Black plate (55,1) 2. Expan d the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LA TCH lower anchors. LA TCH lower anchor Marking For rear center seat NOTE The markings above the LA TCH lowe r anchors indicate the locations of LA TCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system. 3. Secure the [...]

Black plate (56,1) W agon T ether strap position T ether strap Anchor bracket W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injur y. Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restra[...]

Black plate (57,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicator mark s). They are located in: l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) l The front passenger d ashboard (front passenge r air bag) l The outboard sides of[...]

Black plate (58,1) W ARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerou s. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropr iate air bags can be expected to inflate only in collisions with front al, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate. V ehicle occupants s[...]

Black plate (59,1) W ARNING Seating Position with Side and Cur tain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modul es or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expand along the front door on the side the car is hit. Serious inj[...]

Black plate (60,1) W ARNING Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are dangerous . Immediately after inflation , the inflators in the steering wheel, dashboar d, seatbacks, or the front an d rear window pillars and along the roof edge are very hot. Y ou could get burned. Don't touch the inter nal components of the air bag modules after t[...]

Black plate (61,1) NOTE l When an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released. Neither is likely to cause injury , however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body pa rts not covered with clothing through friction. l Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of i[...]

Black plate (62,1) Air Bag System Description The supplemental rest raint systems (SRS) have two basic subsys tems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical syste m with crash sensors and diagno stic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: the center of the steering wheel, the passenger-side of the das[...]

Black plate (63,1) q How the Air Bags W ork When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal or side impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical curren t is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the air bags and after the inflati on, the air bags quickly deflate. The air bags will funct ion only once. After that , the air bags wi[...]

Black plate (64,1) q Air Bag Activation/Deactivation Front air bag activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases: Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph). Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head-on to the vehicle. Driving into a big hole or h[...]

Black plate (65,1) Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Impacts in volving trees or poles cause sev ere cosmetic damage but may not ha ve enough impact to activ ate the air bag. Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the[...]

Black plate (66,1) Side and curtain air bag activation í Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause the side and curta in air bags to inflate, bu t it will not normally deploy the front air bags. Limitations to side and curtai n air bag activation í Depending on the severity of impact, the [...]

Black plate (67,1) Non-activation of side and curtai n air bags í The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: Collision from the front, but it may deploy the front air bags. Collision from the rear . q Constant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagno stic system: l SA[...]

Black plate (68,1) W ARNING Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Systems: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accide ntally activate or become disabled. This could cause serious injur ies. Never tamper with the systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer performs all servicing and rep[...]

Black plate (69,1) 3 Knowing Y our Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ........................................... ................................ 3-2 Keys .......................................................... ................................ 3-2 Keyless Entry Sy[...]

Black plate (70,1) Keys W ARNING Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could play with pow er windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where you[...]

Black plate (71,1) Keyless Entry System This system locks and unlocks the doors and the hatch/liftgate, and opens the trunk. It can also help you signal for attentio n in an emergency . Press the button slowly and accurately . CAUTION T o avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: l Drop it. l Get it wet. l Disassemble it. l Expose it to heat or sunl[...]

Black plate (72,1) NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condit ions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. l (CANADA) This device complies with R[...]

Black plate (73,1) Panic button Y ou can use the button to turn on the alarm, which allows you to signal for attention in an e mergency . NOTE The alarm will work whether any door is open or closed. T urning on the alarm Pressing the button once will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds , and do the following: l The horn sounds inte[...]

Black plate (74,1) Replacing the transmitter battery 1. Inser t a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter . Back cover Slot 2. Press the portion of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery . A 3. Install a new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) into the front portion of the holder with the positive pole ( ) facing u[...]

Black plate (75,1) Door Locks W ARNING Unattended Children and Pets: Leaving a child or an animal unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather , temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death. Always take all children and animals with you or leave a responsible person with them. Keys and Chil[...]

Black plate (76,1) q Locking, Unlocking with Door- Lock Knob T o lock any door from the inside, push the door-lock knob. T o unlock, pull it out. This does not operate the other door locks. Lock Unlock T o lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, push the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door . This does not operate [...]

Black plate (77,1) NOTE Holding the key in the unlocked position in the driver's door lock for about a second unlocks all doors and the hatch/liftgate. T o unlock only the driver's door, insert the key into the driver's door lock and turn the key briefly to the unlock posit ion and then immediately return it to the center position. L[...]

Black plate (78,1) Hatch (Hatchback) W ARNING Open Hatch and Exhaust Gas: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous. This gas contains CO (carbon monoxide), which is colorless, odorless, and highly poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. Because exhaust gas can get into the cabin through an open hatch, keep the[...]

Black plate (79,1) NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the elect rical system and the hatch cannot be unlocked, perform the following manual procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it: 1. Remove the cap on the interior surface of the hatch with a flathead screwdriver . Cap 2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock th[...]

Black plate (80,1) This cover can be removed for more room. T o do this, just unfasten the straps; then lift and pull it out. Liftgate (W agon) W ARNING Open Liftgate and Exhaust Gas : Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous. An open liftgate in a moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn into the cabin. This gas contains CO (car[...]

Black plate (81,1) q Opening and Closing the Liftgate Opening the liftgate Pull up on the handle. NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the elect rical system and the liftgate cannot be unlocked, perform the following manual procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it: 1. Remove the cap on the interior surface of the l[...]

Black plate (82,1) q Luggage Compartment Cover Use the luggage compartment cover to conceal cargo or luggag e. W ARNING Placing Cargo on the Cover: Placing luggage or other cargo on top of the luggage compartm ent cover is dangerous. During sudden braki ng or a collision, the cargo co uld become a projectile that could hit and injure someone. Don&a[...]

Black plate (83,1) NOTE T o fully retract and protect the cover, guide the cover all the way into the retainer . Ta b 2. Press and hold the button on the right side of the retainer bar and lift the bar . Button 3. Remove the left end of the retainer bar from the notch. q Luggage Compartment Net The luggage compartment net can be used as a compartme[...]

Black plate (84,1) Dividing the luggage compartment form the rear seat W ARNING Using the Luggage Compartment Net to Secure Cargo: Using the luggage compartment net to secure objects in the luggage compartment or the rear seat area is dangerous. The luggage compartment net is not designed to hold objects in place that could fly forward in a frontal[...]

Black plate (85,1) Dividing the luggage compartment from the front seats W ARNING Using the Luggage Compartment Net to Secure Cargo: Using the luggage compartment net to secure objects in the luggage compartment or the rear seat area is dangerous. The luggage compartment net is not designed to hold objects in place that could fly forward in a front[...]

Black plate (86,1) 5. Slowly pull out the net in the upward direction, insert the left and right net anchors into the ceiling retainers , and slide them to the position indicated in the figure. Net anchor Net T o remove the net: 1. Lift the net slightly and disengage the net anchors from the ceiling retainers. 2. Slowly lower and support the net as[...]

Black plate (87,1) q Opening and Closing the T runk W ARNING Open T ru nk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or de ath from heat exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks and do not al[...]

Black plate (88,1) Closing the trunk lid Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure. q Remote T runk Lid Release Lock- Out As an added security feature, the remote release may be canceled to prevent anyone from opening the trunk without the master key . Wit[...]

Black plate (89,1) Inside T runk Release Slide Lever (Sedan) Y our vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release slide lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful ad ults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may b[...]

Black plate (90,1) q Opening the T runk Lid from the Inside Slide the illuminated insi de trunk release slide lever in the direction of the arrow . The lever is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light. The inside trunk release slide lever is located on the inside of the trun[...]

Black plate (91,1) q Operating the Driver's Side Power Window Manual opening/closing T o open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch . T o close the window to the desired position, lightly pull up the switch . Left front window Close Open Auto-opening T o fully open the window automatically , press the switch complete[...]

Black plate (92,1) Engine-off power windo w operation The power window can be operated about 40 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the ON position to the ACC, LOCK position or key out of ignition with all doors closed. If any front door is opened, the power window will be inoperable. q Power Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in [...]

Black plate (93,1) q Fuel-Filler Lid T o open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. Remote fuel-filler lid release q Fuel-Filler Cap T o remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. T o close the filler cap, turn it clockw ise until it clicks. Close Open CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is tightened securely . The check engine light[...]

Black plate (94,1) Hood W ARNING Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that is not close d and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicl e is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a seriou s accident. Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked. q Opening the Hood 1. With the vehicle[...]

Black plate (95,1) Moonroof í The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the igni tion switch is in the ON position. T ilt switch Slide switch W ARNING Extending the Head or Arms Through the Moonroof: Extending the head, arms , or other parts of the body through the moonroof is dangerous. The head or arms could hit something while[...]

Black plate (96,1) q Slide Operation T o open to any position, press the rear of the slide switch. T o close, press the front of the slide switch. Open Close q Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened, but must be closed by hand. Sunshade CAUTION The sunshade doesn't t[...]

Black plate (97,1) Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key , the eng ine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle. CAUTION l Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party res[...]

Black plate (98,1) NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condit ions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. l (CANADA) This device complies with R[...]

Black plate (99,1) NOTE l If the security indicator light comes on and stays on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posit ion, the engine will not start. l Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to s[...]

Black plate (100,1) Theft-Deterrent System í The optional theft-deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its contents from being stolen when all the doors, hood, and trunk lid/liftgate/hat ch are locked. If forcible entry is attempted, the system sounds the horn and flashes the hazard warning lights. NOTE l The theft-deterrent syste[...]

Black plate (101,1) NOTE The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the transmitter even when the system is armed. The alarm will not come on and the system will remain armed. q T o Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any one of the following methods: l Unlock a door with the key . l Open the trunk lid with the key . l Press the U[...]

Black plate (102,1) Steering Wheel W ARNING Adjusting the Steering Wheel : Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. q Steering W[...]

Black plate (103,1) After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selec tor switch in the middle position. Mirror defroster í T o turn on the mirror defrosters, turn the ignition switch to the ON position and push the rear window defroster switch (page 5-42). q Rearview Mirror W ARNING Blocked V iew: Cargo stacked higher than the sea[...]

Black plate (104,1) NOTE l Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on or around the light sensor . Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally . Light sensor Light sensor l For information regard ing the 3 buttons ( , , ) on the auto- dimming mirror, refer to HomeLink Wireless Control System (page 5-44). 3-[...]

Black plate (105,1) 4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........ ................................ 4-2 Fuel Requirements .................................... ................................ 4-2 Emission Control System ............... .......................................[...]

Black plate (106,1) Fuel Requirements V ehicl es with catalytic convert ers or oxygen sensors must use ONL Y UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Y our Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Regular unleaded fuel 87 [ (R+M)/2 method] or a[...]

Black plate (107,1) Emission Control System Y our vehicle is equipped with an emission con trol system (the catalytic converter is part of this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. W ARNING Parking Over Flammable Objects: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous. E[...]

Black plate (108,1) NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard at the rear of the vehicle, however this does not indicate an abnormality . Y our vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates after turning off the engine. 4-4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhau[...]

Black plate (109,1) Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) W ARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (C O), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled , it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicl e, keep all windows fully open and contact an A[...]

Black plate (110,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the window s, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. l Inspect inflation press ures and condition of tires. l Look under the vehicl e for any sign of a leak. l If you plan to back up, make sure nothing will be in your way . NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and[...]

Black plate (11 1,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary , but a few precautions in the first 1, 000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy , and life of your Mazda. l Don't race the engine. l Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long perio d of time. l Don't drive constantly at full-[...]

Black plate (112,1) Hazardous Driving W ARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces : Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accide nt. If it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces, be very car[...]

Black plate (113,1) Winter Driving l Carry emergency gear, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the proper ratio of anti freeze in the radiator . l Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold reduces battery capacity . l Inspe[...]

Black plate (114,1) Driving In Flooded Area W ARNING Driving with W et Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the[...]

Black plate (115,1) T railer T owing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. Before Driving Y our Mazda T owing 4-1 1 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page1 15 Friday , December 5 2003 8:55 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (116,1) 4-12 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page1 16 Friday , December 5 2003 8:55 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (117,1) 5 Driving Y our Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine ................................................... .....[...]

Black plate (118,1) Ignition Switch q Ignition Switch Positions LOCK The steering wheel locks to prote ct against theft. Only in this position can the key be removed. Manual transaxle T o turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, push the key in at the ACC position, then turn it to the LOCK position. ON ACC Push the key LOCK Automatic transax[...]

Black plate (119,1) NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will op erate. ON This is the normal runni ng position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspe cted before the engine is started (pa[...]

Black plate (120,1) CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery . 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. NOTE l In extremely cold weather, below – 18°C (0°F)[...]

Black plate (121,1) W ARNING Driving with W et Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes light ly until b[...]

Black plate (122,1) q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the igni tion switch in the ST ART or ON position . It goes off when the parking brake is full y released. Low brake fluid level warni ng/ Electronic brake force distributi on sy[...]

Black plate (123,1) q Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) í The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel. If one is about to lock up, the ABS respon ds by automatically releasing a nd reapplying that wheel's brake. The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a chatterin g noise from the brake system.[...]

Black plate (124,1) NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery , uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery , not a malfunction. Recharge the battery . q Brake Pad W ear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. This causes a screech[...]

Black plate (125,1) CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Al so, don't use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needle ss clutch wear and damage. l Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to R. Shifting to R while the vehicle is still moving may da[...]

Black plate (126,1) Automatic T ransaxle Controls Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position). Indicates the shift lev er can be shifted freely into any position. V arious Lockouts: q T ransaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter . P (Park) P locks the[...]

Black plate (127,1) N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and trans axle are not locked. The vehicle will roll freel y even on the slightest incline unles s the parking brake or brakes are on. W ARNING Shifting from N or P: It's dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the en gine is running faster than idle. If this is done, the vehicle[...]

Black plate (128,1) q Manual Shift Mode This mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transaxle vehicle by operating the shift lever and allows you to control engine rpm and torque to the front wheels much like a manual transaxle when more control is desired. T o change to manual shift mode, shift the lever from D to M. T o return to automatic s[...]

Black plate (129,1) NOTE l When driving slow ly , the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed. l In manual shift mode, gears do not shift up automatically . Don't run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE. If the tachometer needle enters the RED ZON E, you may feel engine-braking because the fuel delivery will be stop[...]

Black plate (130,1) At kickdown, shifting up to each gear is only possible at the follow ing speeds or higher: Gear V ehicle speed M2 → M3 61 km/h (37 mph) M3 → M4 154 km/h (95 mph) Shifting down If the vehicle speed is higher than the speed specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted down to a lower gear . Gear V ehicle speed M4 → M3[...]

Black plate (131,1) During deceleration, the gears shift down automatically when speed is reduced to the following: Gear V ehicle speed M5 → M4 Between 44 and 86 km/h (27 and 53 mph), depending on how much the accelerator pedal is released. M4 → M3 Between 25 and 63 km/h (15 and 39 mph), depending on how much the accelerator pedal is released. [...]

Black plate (132,1) Power Steering Power steering is only operabl e when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . CAUTION Never hold the steer ing wheel [...]

Black plate (133,1) q Cruise Set Indicator Light This light comes on when a cruising speed is set. q Activation/Deactivation T o activate the system, press the ON/OFF switch. The cruise main indicator ligh t illuminates. T o deactivate the system, press the switch again. The cruise main indi cator light turns off. W ARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leavi[...]

Black plate (134,1) NOTE l The SET function can't be activated until about 2 seconds after the ON/ OFF switch has been engaged. l On a steep grade, the vehicle may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down. q T o Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. l Press the RES/ACCE L button and hold it. Y our vehicl[...]

Black plate (135,1) q T o Decrease Cruising Speed Press the SET/COA ST button and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow . Release the button at the speed you want. Y our vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the SET/ COAST button. Multiple taps will d[...]

Black plate (136,1) l Press the CANCEL button. The system is off when the ignition is off. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 40 km/h (25 mph). T raction Control System (TCS) í The T racti on Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects dr[...]

Black plate (137,1) q TCS Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS may have a malfunction and it may not o perate correctly . T ake your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer . NOTE l In [...]

Black plate (138,1) NOTE l When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS will activate. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult. When this happens, turn off the TCS. l If the TCS is off when the engine is turned off, it [...]

Black plate (139,1) Meters and Gauges (Black-out meter) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. Speedometer ................................... ................................................................... page 5-24 Odometer, T rip Meter and T rip Meter Select or ............... .......................[...]

Black plate (140,1) q Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. q Odometer , T rip Meter and T rip Meter Selector The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed. T rip meter Odometer Selector Trip meter B Press t[...]

Black plate (141,1) The trip meter record s the total distan ce the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to “ 0.0 ” by holdi ng the selector depressed for more than 1 second. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption. NOTE l Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles). l The tri[...]

Black plate (142,1) q Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. W e recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light illumina tes or when the needle is near E, refuel as soon as possible. Low fuel warning light q Dashboard Illumination When the headlight switch is in the or position, rotate[...]

Black plate (143,1) Canceling the instrument clust er illumination dimmer (With exteri or lights on) When the exterior lights are on, the instrument cluster illuminati on dims. When driving on snowy or foggy roads, or in other situations when the instrum ent cluster's visibility is reduced due to glare from surrounding brightness , the instrum[...]

Black plate (144,1) W arning/Indicator Lights W arning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System W arning Light 5-30 Charging System W arning Light 5-31 Engine Oil Pressure W arning Light 5-31 Check Engine Light 5-31 ABS W arning Light 5-32 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Sy[...]

Black plate (145,1) Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt W arning Light 5-33 Door-Ajar W arning Light 5-33 Low W asher Fluid Level W arning Light 5-33 Automatic Transaxle W arning Light 5-34 Security Indicator Light 5-34 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-34 Shift Position Indicator Light 5-35 TCS Indicator Light 5-35 TCS OFF Indicato[...]

Black plate (146,1) q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the igni tion switch in the ST ART or ON position . It goes off when the parking brake is full y released. Low brake fluid level warni ng/ Electronic brake force distributi on sy[...]

Black plate (147,1) q Charging System W arning Light This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started. If the warning light illuminate s while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the ri[...]

Black plate (148,1) l The emission control system has a problem. l The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely . If the check engine light rema ins on or flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. q ABS W arning Light The warning light stays on for a few seconds when t[...]

Black plate (149,1) A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. W ARNING Self-Servicing the Air [...]

Black plate (150,1) q Automatic T ransaxle W arning Light This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem. CAUTION If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the trans axle has an electrical problem. Con tinuing to drive your Mazda[...]

Black plate (151,1) q Shift Position Indicator Light (Automatic T ransaxle) This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Gear position indicator Gear position indicator When the shift lever is in the D or M position, the numeral for the selected gear illuminates. q TCS Indicator Light í This indicator [...]

Black plate (152,1) If the light stays on when the TCS is not switched off, take you r vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The TCS may have a malfunction. NOTE After starting the engine when the coolant temperature is extremely low , the TCS is autom atically turned off. At this time, the TCS OFF indicator light will remain on, but this does not[...]

Black plate (153,1) Beep Sounds q Seat Belt W arning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. q Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is open[...]

Black plate (154,1) Lighting Control OFF q Headlights T o turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the en d of the control lever. Switch Position OFF Headlights Off Off On T aillights Parking lights License lights Off On On NOTE l If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off 30 seconds after turning the igni tion[...]

Black plate (155,1) q Daytime Running Lights (Canada) In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation. For that reason, the daytime runni ng lights automatically turn on when the igni tion switch is turned to the ON posit ion. NOTE The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is appli ed. T urn and L[...]

Black plate (156,1) Fog Lights í Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen. T o turn the front fog lights on, rotate the fog light switch to the position. The headlight switch must be in the position to turn on the front fog lights. OFF Fog light switch T o turn them off, rotate the fog light switch to t[...]

Black plate (157,1) q Windshield Wipers OFF INT 1 2 T urn the wipers on by pulling the lever down. INT — Intermittent 1 — Normal 2 — Fast V ariable-speed intermitt ent wipers Set the lever to INT and c hoose the interval timing by rotating the ring. OFF INT INT ring One-touch wipers For a single wiping cycle, push the lever up to MIST . MIST [...]

Black plate (158,1) Rear Window Wiper and W asher í The ignition switch must be in the ON position. q Rear Window Wiper Washer OFF INT ON Washer T urn the wiper on by turni ng the rear wiper/washer switch. ON — Normal INT — Intermittent q Rear Window W asher T o spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/ washer switch to the position. After the [...]

Black plate (159,1) Fully Automatic T ype Air-Conditioning CAUTION Don't use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface. They may damage the defroster grid inside the window . NOTE This defroster is not desig ned for melting snow . If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window , [...]

Black plate (160,1) Hazard W arning Flasher The hazard warning lights shoul d always be used when you stop on or near a roadway . The hazard warning lights war n other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extre me caution when near it. Hazard warning flasher Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signa[...]

Black plate (161,1) W ARNING Safety Stop and Reverse Feature: Using the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards is dangerous. (This includes garage doors manufactured before Apr il 1, 1982.) Using these garage door openers can increase the risk of serious inj[...]

Black plate (162,1) q Programming the HomeLink System CAUTION When programming a garage door opener or a gate, disconnect the power to these devices before performing programming, as continuous operation of the devices could damage the motor . The HomeLink system provi des 3 buttons which can be individually selec ted and programmed using the trans[...]

Black plate (163,1) 7. Firmly press and release the “ learn ” or “ smart ” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step 8. 8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two second s and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the “ press/hold/release [...]

Black plate (164,1) q Reprogramming the HomeLink system T o program a device to Hom eLink using a HomeLink button previo usly trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. DO NOT release the button. 2. The indi cator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, proceed with "P[...]

Black plate (165,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............................... ................................ 6-2 Operating T ips .......................................................... ................. 6-2 V ent Operati on ............... .[...]

Black plate (166,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. NOTE T o prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time when the engine is not running. q Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions like leaves , snow an[...]

Black plate (167,1) V ent Operation q Adjusting the V ents Directing airflow 1. Press the upper part of the air vent to open it. 2. Rotate the air vent left and right to adjust the direction of airflow . NOTE When using the air condition er , mist may come out from the vents . This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly c[...]

Black plate (168,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard V ents Floor V ents Defroster V ents Dashboard and Floor Vents 6-4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page168 Friday , December 5 2003 8:56 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (169,1) T ypes of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate contr ol systems are explained separately . Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Climate control information is displayed on the information display . Manual T ype ............... ..........................[...]

Black plate (170,1) Manual T ype Rear window defroster switch A/C Switch Air intake selector Mode selector dial Fan control dial Temperature control dial q Control Switches T emperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls tem perature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counte rclockwise for cold. Fan control dial This dial allows variable fan spee[...]

Black plate (171,1) Mode selector dial T urn the mode selector dial to selec t airflow mode (page 6-4). A/C switch Push the switch to turn the air conditioner on. The indicator ligh t on the switch will illuminate when the fan contr ol dial is set at position 1, 2, 3, or 4. Push the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off. NOTE The air co[...]

Black plate (172,1) W ARNING The Recirculated Air Posit ion: Using the position in cold or rainy weather will cause the windows to fog up. Y our vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather . Rear window defroster switch When using the rear window defroster switch, refer Rear Wind[...]

Black plate (173,1) NOTE l When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature contr ol dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the posit ion, then set the fan contro l dial to position 4. l If warmer air is desired at floor level , set the mode selector dial at the position and adjust the temperature control dial to m[...]

Black plate (174,1) 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desir ed speed. 5. Turn on the air conditioner . 6-10 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page174 Friday , December 5 2003 8:56 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (175,1) Fully Automatic T ype Rear window defroster switch Windshield defroster switch A/C Switch Auto switch OFF switch Mode selector switch Fan control dial Temperature control dial Air intake selector q Control Switches AUTO switch By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be autom atically controlled in accordance wit[...]

Black plate (176,1) OFF switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system. T emperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls temperatu re.T urn it clockwise for hot and counte rclockwise for cold. Fan control dial High Low The fan has seven speeds. The selected speed will be displayed. Mode selector switch The desired airflow [...]

Black plate (177,1) NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperat ure approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when system is off.) Air intake selector Outside or recirculated air position s can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air p ositions. Recirculated air position ( ) Use this posi[...]

Black plate (178,1) T o turn off the system, press the OFF switch. NOTE l For an optimal cabin temperature, set the temperature close to 25.0°C (77.0°F). Adjust to the desired temperature if necessary . l Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faster rate. l T o prevent cool air blowing from t[...]

Black plate (179,1) Interior temperature sensor Interior Comfort Climate Control System 6-15 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page179 Friday , December 5 2003 8:56 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (180,1) Antenna q Detachable T ype T o remove the antenn a, turn it counterclockwise. T o install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Install Remove CAUTION T o prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing bene ath a low overhead clearance. NOTE When lea[...]

Black plate (181,1) q Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountain s and bounce off the ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals. Because of this, two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time. Station 2 Station 1 Ionosphere FM character[...]

Black plate (182,1) Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in vall eys between tall buildings, mountains, an d other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the recept ion conditions may change suddenly , resulting in annoying noise. W eak signal noise In suburban areas, broadcast sig[...]

Black plate (183,1) q Operating Tips for Cassette T ape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, capstans, and pinch roll ers will gather oxide residue from cassette tapes. This can cause weak or wavering sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player . Use a good quality head- cleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to r[...]

Black plate (184,1) q Operating Tips for Mini Disc (MD) Player The following precautions shoul d be observed. l Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. l Do not insert any object s, other than MDs, into the slot. l The MD player has been designed to play MDs bearing the ident ification logo as shown. No other MDs can be played. l The MD player[...]

Black plate (185,1) q Operating Tips for CD Player/In- Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the CD player/changer may becom e clouded with condensation. At this time, the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit. A clouded [...]

Black plate (186,1) l When driving over uneven surfaces, the sound may jump. l The CD player/changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown. No other discs can be played. l Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs. Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer ed[...]

Black plate (187,1) Audio Set Illustration is of a representativ e audio unit. Mini Disc (MD) Player (Some models.) Cassette T ape Player (Some models.) In-dash CD Changer (Some models.) CD Player (Some models.) Power/V olume/Sound Controls ...................................................... ........................ page 6-24 Operating the Radio[...]

Black plate (188,1) q Power/V olume/Sound Controls Power/V olume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF T urn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. NOTE T o prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio[...]

Black plate (189,1) BOSE Sound System- equipped model * * Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. 2. Turn the audio control dial to ad just the selected functions as foll ows: Standard audio-equipped mod el Indication T urn Left T urn Right Decrease bass Increase bass Decrease mid-range Increase mid-range Decrease treble Increase tr[...]

Black plate (190,1) The following four modes are avail able. Select the desired mode. Mode V olume change No change Minimum Medium Maximum T urn the audio control dial to selec t the ALC OFF , ALC LEVEL1 — 3 mode. The selected mode will be indicated. 6-26 Interior Comfort Audio System Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page190 Friday , December 5 2003 8[...]

Black plate (191,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 6-27 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page191 Friday , December 5 2003 8:57 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (192,1) q Operating the Radio Band selector buttons Seek tuning button Auto memory button Scan button Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial Radio ON Press a band selector button ( , or ) to turn the radio on. Band selection Select a band by pressing the FM1 button ( ), FM2 button ( ) or AM button ( ). The selected mode will be indic[...]

Black plate (193,1) Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , ) will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically . NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning Press the scan button ( )t o automatically sample strong stations . Scanning stops at eac[...]

Black plate (194,1) q Operating the Cassette T ape Player í (one being played) APC button: (next program) Rewind button Repeat button Dolby NR button Program button Cassette tape eject button Fast-forward b utton Cassette tape play button Cassette tape insert Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open edge to the right and cassette tape will beg[...]

Black plate (195,1) NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position. Fast-forward/Rewind Press the fast-forward button ( )t o fast-forward. Press the rewind button ( ) to rewind. T o stop this operation and play the cassette tape, press the button again. NOTE When the cassette tape ends during fast- forward or [...]

Black plate (196,1) q Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player í T rack up button T rack down button Scan button Display button Rev erse button Display feed dial Repeat button Random button MD eject button Fast-forward b utton MD slot MD play button Inserting the MD Insert the MD, label -side up with the arrow pointed to the slot. The auto- loading mec[...]

Black plate (197,1) Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play . NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected. Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly . Press the[...]

Black plate (198,1) q Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player í CD eject button Scan button T rack down button T rack up button Rev erse button Repeat button Random button Fast-forward b utton CD play button CD slot Inserting the CD Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mecha nism will set the CD and begin play . There will b[...]

Black plate (199,1) Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play . NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected. Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly . Press the[...]

Black plate (200,1) q Operating the In-Dash CD Changer í CD play button Fast-forward button Disc down button T rack down button T rack up button Scan button Channel preset buttons CD eject button CD slot Load button Rev erse button Disc up button Random b utton Repeat button Inserting the CD The CD must be label-side up when inserting. The auto-lo[...]

Black plate (201,1) Multiple insertion 1. Press and hold the load button ( ) for about 2 seconds unti l a beep is heard. 2. W ait 3 seconds or press the load button ( ) again within 3 seconds after the beep is heard. 3. When “ IN ” is displayed, insert the CD. 4. When “ IN ” is displayed again, insert the next CD. NOTE The first-inserted CD[...]

Black plate (202,1) Press the track down button ( ) once to skip back to the beginning of the current track. Disc search Press the disc up button ( ) to skip forward to the beginning of the next CD. Press the disc down button ( )t o skip back to the beginning of the previous CD. Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the f[...]

Black plate (203,1) q Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display , find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Indication Cause Solution CHECK MD MD is inserted upside down Insert the MD properly . If the error indication does not disappear , consult an[...]

Black plate (204,1) Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) í NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the dashboard. Alway s make safe driving your first priority . q Adjusting the V olume T o increase the volume, press volume button ( ). T o decrease the volume, press volume button ([...]

Black plate (205,1) q Seek Switch When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio switches to the next/p revious stored station in the order that it was store d (1 — 6). When playing a cassette tape Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it will advance to the next selection. Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it will rep[...]

Black plate (206,1) Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION l This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servi[...]

Black plate (207,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Sun visor q V anity Mirrors T o use the vanity mirror, lower the sunvisor . The vanity mirror light will illumi nate when you open the cover . Interior Lights q Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead [...]

Black plate (208,1) q Overhead Lights Front With moonroof DOOR OFF Without moonroof OFF DOOR Switch Position Front Overhead Lights OFF Light off DOOR l Light on when any door is open l Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on Rear DOOR OFF Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights OFF Light off DOOR l Light on when any door is open l Ligh[...]

Black plate (209,1) Without moonroof Rear q Luggage Compartment Light Hatchback ON OFF Switch Position Luggage Compartment Light OFF Light off ON Light on when the hatch is open W agon DOOR OFF Switch Position Luggage Compartment Light OFF Light off DOOR Light on when the liftgate is open q Courtesy Lights T urns on when any door is open or the ill[...]

Black plate (210,1) Information Display SET button AMB button DIMMER button CLOCK button q Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions: l Clock l Ambient T emperature Display (Outside T emper ature Display) l Climate Control Displa y l Audio Display l Display Dimmer Can cel Function 6-46 Interior Comfort Interi[...]

Black plate (211,1) q Clock When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the time is displ ayed. Time setting 1. Press the CLOCK button until a beep sounds, and “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” will be displayed. 2. Press the SET button to switch betwe en “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” displays. The selected display will flas h. T o select th[...]

Black plate (212,1) q Climate Control Display The climate control syst em status is displayed. T o operate the climate control system, refer to “ Clim ate Control System ” (page 6-2). q Audio Display The audio system stat us is displayed. T o operate the audio syst em, refer to “ Audio System ” (page 6-16). q Display Dimmer Cancel Function [...]

Black plate (213,1) CAUTION l Don't touch the metal part of the lighter, you may burn yourself. l Don't hold the lighter in because it will overheat. l Don't use the lighter socket for plug- in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivale[...]

Black plate (214,1) Cup Holder W ARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving. Don't Put Anything Other Than Cups or Drink cans in Cup Holder: Putting objects other tha[...]

Black plate (215,1) Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the insi de of the front doors. Bottle holder CAUTION Don't use the bottle holders for containers without caps. The contents may spill when the door is opened or closed. Storage Compartments W ARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. T o reduce the poss[...]

Black plate (216,1) q Storage Pocket T o open, push the release ca tch down and pull the lid downward. q Center Box with Lid T o use, pull the knob, and the lid open s automatically . Knob q Glove Box T o open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Insert the master key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. Unlock Lock q Cen[...]

Black plate (217,1) Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid. T o open it, pull the upper release catch. q Storage Box (Hatchback/W agon) T o open, turn the knobs and remove the cover . Luggage compartment, right side Knob Luggage compartment, left side Knob q Cargo Securing Loops (Hatchback/W agon) W ARNING Not Securing Lugg[...]

Black plate (218,1) Hatchback W agon q Cargo Sub-Compartment (W agon) T o use the cargo sub-compartme nt, remove trunk board A and open trunk board B. Cargo sub- compartment T runk board A T runk board B 6-54 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page218 Friday , December 5 2003 8:57 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (219,1) Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no great er than 120 W (DC12 V , 10 A). CAUTION T o prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following: l Don't use accessories that require more than 120 [...]

Black plate (220,1) 5. Pass the plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket. Plug 6. Make sure the plug cord is running through the cap slot; reins tall the cap and turn it clockwise (about 45° to the opened position). Plug cord 7. Set the plug cord into the slit of the tray mat and replace the tray mat. 6-56 Interior [...]

Black plate (221,1) 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency . Parking in an Emergency ..................... ..................................... ... 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ......................................... .............. ... 7-2 Flat Tire .............................................................[...]

Black plate (222,1) Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights shoul d always be used when you stop on or near a roadway . The hazard warning lights war n other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extre me caution when near it. Hazard warning flasher Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signa[...]

Black plate (223,1) Spare Tir e and T ool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illust rated in the diagram. Sedan/Hatchback Spare tire T ire hold-down bolt (Gold) W agon Spare tire Jack Lug wrench Lug wrench Jack With sub-woofer T ire hold-down bolt (Gold) With sub-woofer In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7-3 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_[...]

Black plate (224,1) q Jack T o remove the jack (Sedan) 1. Remove the jack container lid. 2. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. Jack W ing bolt (Hatchback/W agon) 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover . 2. Remove the jack container lid. 3. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. Jack W ing bolt T o secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in rev[...]

Black plate (225,1) q Spare Tir e Y our Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VER Y short perio ds. T emporary spares should NEV ER be used for long drives or extended periods. W ARNING Driving with a T empor ary Spare[...]

Black plate (226,1) 2. Turn the tire wing bolt counterclockwise. Lug wrench (Hatchback) 1. For vehicl es equipped with a sub- woofer, uncouple the connector . Ta b Connector T runk board NOTE Extra strength may be required to uncouple the connector . Be sure to squeeze the tab firmly . If uncoupling is very difficult, remove the wiring from the gro[...]

Black plate (227,1) (W agon) 1. Remove trunk board A and open trunk board B. T runk board B T runk board A 2. For vehicl es equipped with a cargo sub-compartment, remove the cargo sub-compartment. Cargo sub- compartment 3. For vehicl es equipped with a sub- woofer, loosen the wing bolt and remove the woofer and spare tire. W asher W ing bolt (Black[...]

Black plate (228,1) Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. l Steering becomes difficult. l The vehicle begins to vibra te excessively . l The vehicle pulls in one direction. If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change[...]

Black plate (229,1) q Removing a Flat Tire 1. If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel cover, pry off the wheel cover with the beveled end of the lug wrench. Wheel cover Lug wrench NOTE Force the end of the lug wren ch firmly between wheel and cover, or removal will be difficult. CAUTION Align the notch on the wheel cover with the valve stem when i[...]

Black plate (230,1) W ARNING Incorrect Jacking Position: Attempting to jack the vehicl e in positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous. The vehicle cou ld slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill someone. Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual. Improper Jack: Using a jack that isn[...]

Black plate (231,1) q Locking Lug Nuts í If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires an d you must use a special key to unlock them. This key is attached to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire. Register them with the lock manufacturer by fillin g out the card provided in the glove box a[...]

Black plate (232,1) 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. W ARNING Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an accident. In addition, lug nuts and bolts could[...]

Black plate (233,1) W ARNING Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is d angerous. On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud, which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident. Be sure to reinstall the same nuts you removed[...]

Black plate (234,1) Overheating If the temperature gauge indi cates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. W ARNING Cooling Fan and Engine Inspection: Inspecting the engine with the ignition switch in the ON posit ion is dangerous. The cooling fan could turn on unexpectedl[...]

Black plate (235,1) If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer . 2.3-liter engine Cooling system cap Coolant reservoir Cooling system cap Coolant reservoir 3.0-liter engine If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as requ[...]

Black plate (236,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depre ss the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ST AR T position and hold it there — for up to 10 seconds. If the engine starts, release the key and acce[...]

Black plate (237,1) Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly . So follow the procedu re carefully . If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work. W ARNING Eye Protection: W orking without eye protection is dan gerous. Battery fluid contains SULF URIC ACID [...]

Black plate (238,1) W ARNING Low Fluid Level or Fr ozen Battery: Jump-starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous. It may rupture or explode, causing serious injury. Don't jump-start a frozen batt ery or one with a low fluid level. Connecting to Negative T erminal: Connecting the end of the second cable to the negative[...]

Black plate (239,1) l Connect the other end to a solid, stationary , exposed metallic point (for example, the strut mounting bolt) away from the discharged battery (4). Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in rev erse order . Discharged battery Jumper cables Booster battery 4. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few min[...]

Black plate (240,1) T owing Description W e recom mend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. A towed vehicle usually should have its front wheels off the ground. If excessive damag[...]

Black plate (241,1) CAUTION Do not use the hooks under the rear bumper for towing and tying down , as they cannot hold the load and it will damage the bumper . Hooks Recreational T owing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a moto rhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When d[...]

Black plate (242,1) 7-22 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page242 Friday , December 5 2003 8:58 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (243,1) 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction ................................................................. ................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................... ................................ 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance .............................................[...]

Black plate (244,1) Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to yo ur vehicle when using this manual for inspe ction and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we stro ngly urge you to have a reliable and qualified servi ce shop perform the wor k, preferably an Autho rized M[...]

Black plate (245,1) Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicl e is operated mainly where non e of the following condition s apply . If any do apply , follow Schedule 2 (Cana da and Puerto Rico residents foll ow Schedule 2). l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty condit ions l Driving with extended use of brakes l Driving i[...]

Black plate (246,1) q Schedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) 2.3-liter engine I 3.0-liter engine I I Engine valve clearance (2.3-liter engine) Audible inspect[...]

Black plate (247,1) q Schedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Drive belts (tension) 2.3-liter engine I 3.0-liter engine I I Engine valve clearance (2.3-lit[...]

Black plate (248,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed) Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000kms (25,000miles) or 24 months Chart s[...]

Black plate (249,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service techni cian should make these vehicle inspectio ns at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operat ion. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. q When Refueling l Brake and clu[...]

Black plate (250,1) Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Intr oduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service techni cian with special tools. Improper owner maintenance during t[...]

Black plate (251,1) Engine Compartment Overview Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse block Air filter Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic tra[...]

Black plate (252,1) Engine Oil q Recommended Oil Oil container label s provide important information. ENGINES GASOLINE (ILSA C) FOR The quality designatio n SL or ILSAC must be on the label. 5W-20 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 –20 50 40 30 20 10 0 –10 –20 –30 Energy conserving oils are recommended. A chief contribution they make to fuel economy is [...]

Black plate (253,1) CAUTION Don't add engine oil over MAX. This may cause engine damage. 6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reins erting the dipstick. q Changing Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Please act responsibly — protect the environment[...]

Black plate (254,1) Drain plug Front Loosen Tighten 3.0-liter engine 7. Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for leaks. 8. Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. Check the oil level and fill to the MAX mark if necessary . Oil capacity (General reference only, refer to Specifications secti on for capacitie[...]

Black plate (255,1) Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolan t reservoir at least once a year — at the beginning of the winter season — and before traveling where temperatures may drop below freezing. Inspect the condition and connections of all cooling system and heater hoses. Replace any that are swo llen or deteriora[...]

Black plate (256,1) T o change coolant W ARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap : Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is dangerous. This might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in serious injur y from escaping hot coolant or steam. Turn off the engine and wait until it's cool. Even then, b[...]

Black plate (257,1) Brake/Clutch Fluid q Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir . Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly . It should be kept at MAX. The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings. If it is excessively [...]

Black plate (258,1) Power Steering Fluid q Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION T o avoid damage to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is low . NOTE Use specified power steer ing fluid (page 10-3). 2.3-liter engine Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at each eng[...]

Black plate (259,1) Automatic T ransaxle Fluid (A TF) q Inspecting Automatic T ransaxle Fluid Level The automatic transaxle flui d level should be inspected regularly . Measure it as described below . The volume of fluid changes with the temperature. Fluid must be checked at idle without driving at normal operating temperature. CAUTION l Low fluid [...]

Black plate (260,1) CAUTION l Use the cold scale only as a reference. l If outside temperatu re is lower than about 20°C (70°F), start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine reaches operating temperature. l If the vehicle has been drive n for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather, inspect the level o[...]

Black plate (261,1) Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary . Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable. But use only washer fluid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing. Body Lubrication All moving points of the body , such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil [...]

Black plate (262,1) Air Filter CAUTION Don't drive without an air filter. This could result in excess ive engine wear . This air filter may be cleaned with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on its condition. Unless it is very dirty , simply shake it to remove foreign particles. Each time you inspect it, wipe inside the air clea[...]

Black plate (263,1) Replace the filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Wiper Blades CAUTION l Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean wi ndows. l T o prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. C[...]

Black plate (264,1) NOTE T o prevent damage to the wiper arm blades when raising both the driver and passenger side wiper arms , raise the driver side wiper arm first. Converse ly , when setting down the wiper arms, set the passenger side wiper arm down first. 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the p lastic locking clip. C[...]

Black plate (265,1) CAUTION l Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. Y ou need to use them a gain. l If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade's wiping efficiency could be reduced. So don't use the drive r's side metal stiffeners on the passen ger's side, or vice versa. l Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffeners in th[...]

Black plate (266,1) 2. Hold the end of the blade rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal support. Metal support Pull out Ta b 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in new blades. Stiffeners CAUTION Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. Y ou need to use them a gain. 4. Careful ly insert the new blade[...]

Black plate (267,1) 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder . Pull out 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in new blades. Stiffeners CAUTION Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. Y ou need to use them a gain. 4. Careful ly insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assem bly[...]

Black plate (268,1) Battery W ARNING Battery-Related Lead Material s: Battery posts, terminals and related access ories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductiv e harm. W ash hands after handling. Eye Protection: W orking without eye protection is dan gerous. Battery fluid contains [...]

Black plate (269,1) q Battery Maintenance T o get the best service from a battery: l Keep it securely mount ed. l Keep the top clean and dry . l Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. l Rinse off spilled electroly te immediately with a solution of water and baking soda. l If the vehicle will[...]

Black plate (270,1) q Tire Inflation Pr essure W ARNING Incorrect Tire Inflation: Overinflation or underinflation of tires is dangerous. Adverse handli ng or unexpected tire failure could result in a serious accident. Always inflate the tires to the correct pressure (page 10-6). Inspect all tire press ures monthly (including the spare) when the tir[...]

Black plate (271,1) Also, inspect them for un even wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following: l Incorrect tire pressure l Improper wheel alignment l Out-of-balance wheel l Severe braking After rotation, inflate all tire press ures to specification (page 10-6) and inspe ct the lug nuts for tightness. C[...]

Black plate (272,1) CAUTION l Don't use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim. l The temporary spare tire has a tread life of up to 5,000 km (3,000 miles), depending on road conditions and driving habits. l The temporary spare tire is for limited use,[...]

Black plate (273,1) Light Bulbs Luggage compartment light (Hatchback) High-mount brake light (Sedan) Headlights (High beam) Headlights (Low beam) Overhead light/ Map lights Luggage compartment light W agon Taillights Side-marker lights License plate lights Courtesy lights Front turn signal lights Parking lights Reverse lights Rear turn signal light[...]

Black plate (274,1) Y our Mazda's headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. W ARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass. If the glass portion is touched with bare hand[...]

Black plate (275,1) 3. Disconne ct the bulb from the socket. Socket Brake lights/T aillight s, Rear turn signal lights (Sedan) 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retai ners and partially open the trunk side trim. T runk side trim Remov al Installation 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it[...]

Black plate (276,1) 3. Disconne ct the bulb from the socket. Socket Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/T aillights 4. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. NOTE T o replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Reverse lights, T aillights (Sedan) 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retai ner[...]

Black plate (277,1) 2. Detach the electrical connect or from the socket. 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Disconne ct the bulb from the socket. Socket 5. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. (Hatchback) 1. Remove the cover. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. [...]

Black plate (278,1) 2. Disconne ct the bulb by pulling it out. 3. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. q Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light/Map lights (With overhead console) 1. Remove the screws. 2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver wi th a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it in the overhead light a[...]

Black plate (279,1) 3. Disconne ct the bulb from the socket. Socket 4. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. Courtesy lights, V anity mirror lights, and Luggage compartment light 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdri ver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens. 2. [...]

Black plate (280,1) T runk light (Sedan) 1. Press both sides of the lens cap to remove it. 2. Disconne ct the bulb by pulling it out. 3. Install the new bulb in the revers e order of removal. Fuses Y our vehicle's elect rical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspect the appropriate circuit [...]

Black plate (281,1) 3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the fuse block located in the engine compartment. Fuse puller Engine compartment fuse box 4. Inspec t it and replace if it's blown. Normal Blown 5. Push in a new fuse of the same amperage rating, and make sure it fits tightly . If it doesn't, have an Author[...]

Black plate (282,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIP- TION FUSE RA T - ING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 SP ARE 20A — 2 SP ARE 15A — 3 SP ARE 10A — 4 —— — 5 —— — 6 INJ 15A Injector 7 ENG BAR 10A *1 Air flow sensor , EGR control valve 15A *2 8 ENG BAR2 *1 15A O2 sensor ENG BB *2 5A Cooling fan 9 HEAD LR 10A [...]

Black plate (283,1) DESCRIP- TION FUSE RA T - ING PROTECTED COMPONENT 23 IG KEY2 30A Reverse lights, Heater control unit 24 BLOWER 40A Blower motor 25 BTN 40A Overhead light, Power door lock 26 —— — 27 DEFOG 40A Rear window defroster 28 ABS 60A ABS í 29 AD FA N *1 30A Cooling fan F AN2 *2 30 FA N *1 30A Cooling fan F AN1 *2 31 T AIL 10A Brak[...]

Black plate (284,1) Fuse block (Driver's side kick-panel ) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 ENGINE IG 15A Engine control system 2 METER IG 15A Instrument cluster 3 SEA T 15A Seat warmer í , Rear window defroster 4 M.DEF 7.5A Mirror defroster 5 WIPER 20A W indshield wiper and washer 6 SAS 15A ABS unit í , SAS unit 7 BACK 5A Reve[...]

Black plate (285,1) How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda repres ents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, howe ver , can harm the paint's protectiv e properties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possib le damage, with tips on [...]

Black plate (286,1) q W ater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew , and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicl e and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehicle's finish. Prevention It is necessary [...]

Black plate (287,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container direc tions when using a chemical cleane r or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish W ashing T o help protect the finish from rust and deterioration, wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently , at least once a month, with lukew arm or cold water. If the vehi[...]

Black plate (288,1) Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately . When prompt washing with plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap made for use on vehicles. Thoroughly rins e off all soap with lukewarm or cold water . Don't allow soap to dry on the finish[...]

Black plate (289,1) CAUTION Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleane rs, or strong detergents contai ning highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome- plated or anodized aluminum pa rts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration. q Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals an d salt used for ice[...]

Black plate (290,1) Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it. If these solutions get on the dashboa rd, wipe them off immediately . CAUTION Do not use glazing agents. Glazing agents contain ingredient s which may cause disco l[...]

Black plate (291,1) q Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily , greasy , or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner . Follow the directions on the container . CAUTION Don't scrape or scrat ch the inside of the rear window . Y ou may damag e the rear window defroster grid. Maintenance and Care Appearance Care 8[...]

Black plate (292,1) 8-50 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page292 Friday , December 5 2003 8:59 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (293,1) 9 Customer Information and Report ing Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ..................................................................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) .................................................. 9-2 Customer Assistance (Cana[...]

Black plate (294,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our busin ess. W e are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda ve hicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendatio ns for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle [...]

Black plate (295,1) 4. Purchas e date and current mileage 5. Y our dealer 's name and location 6. Y our quest ion(s) If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distribut or . Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 9-3 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page295 Friday , December 5 2003 8:59 AM Form[...]

Black plate (296,1) Customer Assistance (Canada) q Satisfaction Review Process Y our complete and perm anent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaint s regarding the operation of your Mazda[...]

Black plate (297,1) Please recognize that the resolution of servi ce problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer's service facilit ies, personnel and equipment. W e urge you to follow the above three steps in sequenc e for most effective results. q Mediation/Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolve[...]

Black plate (298,1) Canadian Motor V ehicle Arbitration Office 235 Y orkland Boulevard, suite 300 North Y ork, Ontario M2J 4Y8 1 (800) 207-0685 Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below: Province/T erritory CAMV AP Number British Columbia & Y ukon T erritories (604) 681-0312 Alberta & Northwest T erritories (403) 426-[...]

Black plate (299,1) Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendatio ns for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing[...]

Black plate (300,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda North American Operat ions 7755 Irvine Center Dri ve Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P .O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL:1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Distributor in Each Area q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 305 Milner A venue, Suite 400 Scarborough, Ontario[...]

Black plate (301,1) W arranties for Y our Mazda l New V ehicl e Limited W arranty l Distributor Major Compo nent Limited W arranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limi ted W arranty l Anti-perforation Limited W arranty l Federal Emission Control W arranty (U. S.A. only) l Emission Defect W arranty l Emission Performance W arranty l Californ[...]

Black plate (302,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety stand ards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countr ies. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle [...]

Black plate (303,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobi les meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicl es built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servici[...]

Black plate (304,1) Registering Y our V ehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. V ehicl es built for your countr y may differ from those built for other countries. In addit ion to registration problems, sati sfact[...]

Black plate (305,1) Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicl e, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety syst em;[...]

Black plate (306,1) Cell Phones W arning W ARNING Use of Cell Phone s and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, comput ers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while d riving also ties-up the driver's [...]

Black plate (307,1) T ype Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects T ype Approval of Equipment 9-15 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page307 Friday , December 5 2003 9:0 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (308,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire gradi ng system developed by the U.S. Nationa l Highway Traff ic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear , tract ion, and temperature performance. q T read W ear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th[...]

Black plate (309,1) W ARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Exc essive speed, underinflation , or excessive loading, either separately or in combinati on, can cause heat build up and possible tire failure. These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle ti[...]

Black plate (310,1) Reporting Safety Defects NOTE If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to: Mazda North American Operations 7755, Irvine Center Drive Irvine, California 92618-2922 P .O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 Customer Assistance Center or toll free at 1 (800) 222-5500 If you live outsi[...]

Black plate (311,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are avail able for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repai r . When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Deal er, refer to the chart below . If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.[...]

Black plate (312,1) 9-20 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page312 Friday , December 5 2003 9:0 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (313,1) 10 Specifications T echnical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 V ehicl e Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications .............................. .............................................[...]

Black plate (314,1) V ehicle Information Labels q V ehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification numbe r legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. q Motor V ehicle Safety Standard Label q V ehicle Emission Control Informa[...]

Black plate (315,1) Specifications q Engine Item Specification 2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine T ype DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder DOHC-24V 60°V , 6-cylinder Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in) Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in) Compression ratio 9.7 10.0 q E[...]

Black plate (316,1) q Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Unit L US qt Imp qt Engine oil 2.3-liter engine With oil filter replacement 4.3 4.5 3.8 Without oil filter replacement 3.9 4.1 3.4 3.0-liter engine With oil filter replacement 5.7 6.0 5.0 Without oil filter replacement 5.2 5.5 4.6 Coolant 2.3-liter engine 7.0 7.4 6.2 3.0-liter engine 8.[...]

Black plate (317,1) q W eights Item W eight GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating) Sedan 1,958 kg (4,317 lb) Hatchback/W agon 2,032 kg (4,480 lb) GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) Sedan Front 1,070 kg (2,359 lb) Rear 888 kg (1,958 lb) Hatchback/W agon Front 1,075 kg (2,370 lb) Rear 957 kg (2,110 lb) q Air Conditioner Gas complies with SAE J639 Maximu[...]

Black plate (318,1) Interior light Light bulb Category W attage ECE R Trunk light (Sedan) 3 — Overhead light/Map lights 5 W5W Courtesy lights 5 W5W V anity mirror lights 1.2 — Luggage compartment light Hatchback 5 — W agon 10 — q Tires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicl e. When replacing tires, Mazda [...]

Black plate (319,1) 11 Index 1 1-1 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page319 Friday , December 5 2003 9:0 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (320,1) A Accessory Socket .............................. 6-55 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-13 Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-43 Air Filter ......... ................................ ... 8-20 Ambient T emperature Display ....... ... 6-47 Antenna ...................[...]

Black plate (321,1) D Dashboard Illuminatio n .................... 5-26 Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-39 Defroster Rear window ........................... ... 5-42 Dimensions ............ ........................... 10-4 Door Locks ......................................... 3-7 Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-10 Driving [...]

Black plate (322,1) H Headlights Control ............ ........................... 5-38 Flashing ...................................... 5-38 High-low beam .......................... 5-38 On reminder ............................ ... 5-38 HomeLink Wireless Control System .................................. ............ 5-44 Hood Release ...............[...]

Black plate (323,1) M Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-34 Rearview mirror ...................... ... 3-35 Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7 Moonroof .......................................... 3-27 O Odometer and Trip Meter ............... ... 5-24 Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-34 Overhead Consol[...]

Black plate (324,1) S Storage Compartments ...................... 6-51 Cargo securing loops .................. 6-53 Cargo sub-compartment ............. 6-54 Center box .................................. 6-52 Center console ............................ 6-52 Glove box ................................... 6-52 Overhead console ....................... 6[...]

Black plate (325,1) W Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-41 Blades replacement .................... 8-21 Winter Driving .................................... 4-9 Index 1 1-7 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page325 Friday , December 5 2003 9:0 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]

Black plate (326,1) 1 1-8 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page326 Friday , December 5 2003 9:0 AM Form No.8T12-EA-03K[...]