Page 1 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page1 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (1,1) Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 2 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page2 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (2,1) Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 3 Mazda North American Operations Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
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 information, and driving under various road conditions.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems.
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Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page7 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview ..........1-2 Exterior Overview ................. 1-4 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 8 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page8 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 9 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page9 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Lighting Control/Turn Signals ................page 5-38 Instrument Cluster ....................page 5-23 Driver-side Air Bag ................... page 2-43 Wiper and Washer Lever ..................page 5-40 Information Display ...................
Page 10: Exterior Overview
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page10 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (10,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 11: Power Windows ................................................................................................. Page
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page11 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk Lid (Sedan) ..................... page 3-18 High-mount Brake Light ................... page 8-31 Antenna ......................page 6-16 Rear Window Defroster ..................page 5-42 Power Windows ....................
Page 12 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page12 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (12,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 13 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page13 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (13,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Liftgate (Wagon) ....................page 3-12 High-mount Brake Light ................... page 8-31 Antenna ......................page 6-16 Rear Window Defroster ..................page 5-42 Power Windows ....................page 3-22 Tires ........................
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Page 15: Essential Safety Equipment
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page15 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (15,1) 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 (Electrically Operated Seats) ........2-5 Rear Seat ...................
Page 16: Seats
Such modifications could damage the qSeat Slide supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is WARNING any need to remove or reinstall the front seats. Driver's Seat Adjustment: Adjusting the driver's seat while the Damaged Front Seats: vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 17 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page17 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original To change the seatback angle, lean position and the seat is locked in place by forward slightly while raising the lever. attempting to push it forward and Then lean back to the desired position and backward.
Page 18 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page18 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (18,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qHeight Adjustment (Driver's Height adjustment Seat) To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired position. By moving the seat lever up or down, the To lower the head restraint, press the stop- seat bottom height can be adjusted.
Page 19: Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats)
Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats. Damaged Front Seats: Driving with damaged front seats is dangerous.
Page 20 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page20 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (20,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Recline (Driver's Seat) CAUTION The seat-bottom power adjustment is WARNING operated by motors. Avoid extended operation because excessive use can Reclining: damage the motors. Sitting in a reclined position while the To prevent the battery from running vehicle is moving is dangerous...
Page 21 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page21 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (21,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qHeight Adjustment (Driver's Lower the seat-bottom by pressing down on the center of the switch. Release the Seat) switch at the desired position. Front height adjustment To adjust the front height of the seat- bottom, raise or lower the front of the slide lifter switch on the left side of the...
Page 22 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page22 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats í qHead Restraint qSeat Warmer The front seats are electrically heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON WARNING position. Head Restraints Adjustment: Press the switch to turn the seat warmer Driving with the head restraints on or off.
Page 23: Rear Seat
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page23 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear Seat WARNING WARNING Unlocked Seatback: The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Stacking Cargo: Leaving the seatback unlocked is Stacking luggage or other cargo dangerous as it can allow passengers higher than the seatbacks, and placing...
Page 24 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page24 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (24,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSplit-Folding Rear Seatback WARNING (Sedan) The seatbacks can be folded down to Children and the Folding Rear Seats: provide more space in the trunk. Playing with the folding rear seats is dangerous.
Page 25 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page25 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (25,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats To return the seatbacks to the upright CAUTION position Be careful of the following when using 1. Lift the seatbacks upright. the remote handle levers: 2.
Page 26 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page26 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (26,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qEasy Fold Down Rear Seatbacks WARNING and Seat Bottom for Added Luggage Space (Hatchback/ Folding Seatbacks with Remote Wagon) Handle Levers: The seatback and seat bottom can be Not checking the rear seat area for folded down to provide a flat surface persons before folding the seatbacks...
Page 27 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page27 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (27,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats CAUTION CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left belt before folding the rear-left seatback.
Page 28 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page28 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qHead Restraint (Hatchback/ WARNING Wagon) Seat Belts Caught Under Seatbacks: WARNING A seat belt caught under a seatback after the seatback is returned to its upright position is dangerous.
Page 29 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page29 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qArmrest The armrest can be used or placed upright. Armrest WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Belt Over the Armrest: Positioning the shoulder portion of a rear seat belt over the armrest is dangerous as it cannot provide adequate protection in a collision and could result in serious injuries.
Page 30: Seat Belt Systems
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 belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use.
Page 31 Whether a front seat was occupied or not, if the front air bags deployed the seat belt pretensioners also deployed and both front seat belts must be replaced. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again.
Page 32 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page32 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (32,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area.
Page 33: 3-Point Type Seat Belt
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page33 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt WARNING NOTE Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: When using the rear center seat belt, refer to “Rear Center Position Seat Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
Page 34 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. qShoulder Belt Adjuster Adjust the height of the shoulder belt if the seat belt touches your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder.
Page 35: Front Seat Belt Pretensioner And Load Limiting Systems
The seat belt pretensioner Always have an Authorized Mazda system will not activate if the seat belt is Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any not fastened, only you can be sure it is worn properly.
Page 36 ON position. If any of these occur, consult Some smoke (non-toxic gas) will be an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as released when the air bags and possible. The system may not work in an pretensioners deploy.
Page 37: Rear Center Position Seat Belt
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page37 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (37,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Rear Center Position Seat WARNING Belt Fastening the Rear-Center Seat Belt Before using the rear-center lap/shoulder with Only One Buckle: belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor Fastening the rear-center seat belt buckle (B) are fastened.
Page 38 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page38 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (38,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qUnfastening the Seat Belt NOTE Depress the button on the buckle. To encourage rear seat passengers to wear their seat belts, we suggest leaving the rear center lap position of the belt fastened at all times except when folding the rear seat forward.
Page 39: Seat Belt Extender
When ordering an extender, only order one that provides the necessary additional length to fasten the seat belt properly. Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for more information. WARNING CAUTION Unnecessary Use of an Extender:...
Page 40: Seat Belt Warning Light
15cm (6 in). If the system does not operate correctly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE When not in use, remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle. If...
Page 41: Seat Belt Warning Beep
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page41 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (41,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds.
Page 42: Child Restraint
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada.
Page 43 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page43 Friday, December 5 2003 8:53 AM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Holding a Child While the Vehicle is Moving: Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous. No matter how strong the person may be, 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.
Page 44 To avoid burning yourself or a child, check them before you or your child touches them. NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to “LATCH Child-Restraint Systems” (page 2-38).
Page 45: Installing Child-Restraint Systems
If installed on the seats that take tethers to you are not sure whether you have a be effective. In your Mazda, tethered LATCH system or tether, check in the child-restraint systems can only be child-restraint system manufacturer's...
Page 46 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page46 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (46,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 3. To get the retractor into the automatic NOTE locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire Inspect this function before each use of length of the belt is out of the retractor.
Page 47 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page47 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Hatchback/Wagon Anchor bracket location Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury.
Page 48 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page48 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (48,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qRear Center Seat Child-Restraint Wagon System Installation Tether strap position 1. Secure the child-restraint system with the seat belt, according to the Tether strap manufacturer's instructions.
Page 49 NOTE To check if your front seats have side air bags: Every Mazda side air bag will have a “SRS-Air Bag” label on the outboard shoulder of the front seats. To check if your vehicle has curtain air bags: Every Mazda curtain air bag will have an “SRS-Air Bag”...
Page 50 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page50 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING WARNING Front Passenger's Seat Position: Children and Seating Position with As your vehicle has front air bags and Side and Curtain Air Bags: doubly so if your vehicle has side air Allowing anyone to lean over or bags, a front-facing child-restraint...
Page 51 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page51 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. Secure the child-restraint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the manufacturer's instructions on the child-restraint system for belt routing instructions. 3.
Page 52: Latch Child-Restraint Systems
Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH 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 LATCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective.
Page 53 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page53 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (53,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System 4. If your child-restraint system came equipped with a tether, that probably Installation Procedure (Rear means it is very important to properly Outboard Seats) secure the tether for child safety, please 1.
Page 54: Child-Restraint Systems
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page54 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (54,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System Hatchback/Wagon Installation Procedure (Rear Tether strap position Center Seat) (routed between head restraint upright) The LATCH lower anchors at the center Tether strap of the rear seat are much further apart than the sets of LATCH lower anchors for...
Page 55 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page55 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (55,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. Expand the area between the seat 4. If your child-restraint system came bottom and the seatback slightly to equipped with a tether, that probably verify the locations of the LATCH means it is very important to properly lower anchors.
Page 56 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page56 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Wagon Tether strap position Tether strap Anchor bracket WARNING Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous.
Page 57: Srs Air Bags
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page57 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (57,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify “SRS AIRBAG” location indicator marks). They are located in: The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag)
Page 58 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page58 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (58,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in collisions with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate.
Page 59 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page59 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (59,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous.
Page 60 It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front seats.
Page 61 Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.
Page 62: Air Bag System Description
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page62 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (62,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Air Bag System Description The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: The air bag system with inflators and air bags. The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: the center of the steering wheel, the passenger-side of the dashboard, in the outboard sides of the front seatbacks and the front and rear window pillars, along the roof edge.
Page 63 The air bags will function only once. After that, the air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. The front air bags will deploy only in a frontal or frontal offset impact.
Page 64 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page64 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (64,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qAir 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 Frontal impact within about a 30 degree...
Page 65 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page65 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (65,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail cosmetic damage but may not have enough...
Page 66 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page66 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags í Side and curtain air bag activation Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause the side and curtain air bags to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags.
Page 67 ON position and continues while when the ignition switch is turned to the the vehicle is being driven. ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. í...
Page 68 Authorized roof edge, containing air bag parts or Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: sensors is dangerous. These parts The air bag system warning light contain essential air bag parts. The air flashes.
Page 69: Knowing Your Mazda
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page69 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (69,1) Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ................3-2 Keys ..................3-2 Keyless Entry System ............... 3-3 Door Locks ................3-7 Hatch (Hatchback) ..............
Page 70: Doors And Locks
If your key is lost, consult your Your Mazda has two kinds of keys. Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready. Master key...
Page 71: Keyless Entry System
To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-5). Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the electronic codes need to be reset.
Page 72 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page72 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (72,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE NOTE (U.S.A.) All doors and the hatch/liftgate This device complies with part 15 of cannot be locked when any door is the FCC Rules. Operation is subject...
Page 73 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page73 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (73,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter Maintenance Panic button You can use the button to turn on the alarm, which allows you to signal for CAUTION attention in an emergency.
Page 74 Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. CAUTION...
Page 75: Door Locks
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page75 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (75,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Key Door Locks The driver's door can be locked/unlocked with the key. WARNING Turn the key toward the front to unlock, toward the back to lock.
Page 76 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page76 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (76,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Door- NOTE Lock Knob Lockout prevention keeps you from To lock any door from the inside, push the locking the driver's door with the key door-lock knob.
Page 77 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page77 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qRear Door Child Safety Locks NOTE These locks are intended to help prevent Holding the key in the unlocked children from accidentally opening the position in the driver's door lock for rear doors.
Page 78: Hatch (Hatchback)
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page78 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening and Closing the Hatch Hatch (Hatchback) To open the hatch, pull up on the handle. WARNING Open Hatch and Exhaust Gas: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous.
Page 79 Don't place anything on top of the cover. After performing this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. To close, use both hands to push the hatch down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.
Page 80: Liftgate (Wagon)
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page80 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks This cover can be removed for more Liftgate (Wagon) room. To do this, just unfasten the straps; then lift and pull it out.
Page 81 Lever After performing this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Closing the liftgate Use both hands to push the liftgate down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.
Page 82 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page82 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (82,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLuggage Compartment Cover 2. Set the right side of the retainer bar onto the retainer loop on the right side Use the luggage compartment cover to of the luggage compartment.
Page 83 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page83 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (83,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLuggage Compartment Net NOTE The luggage compartment net can be used To fully retract and protect the cover, as a compartment separator or to keep guide the cover all the way into the animals in the back.
Page 84 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page84 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (84,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Slowly pull out the net in the upward Dividing the luggage compartment direction, insert the left and right net form the rear seat...
Page 85 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page85 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (85,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Insert the retainer bar anchors into the Dividing the luggage compartment left side of each rear seatback retainer from the front seats (back of the seatback).
Page 86: Trunk Lid (Sedan)
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page86 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (86,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 5. Slowly pull out the net in the upward Trunk Lid (Sedan) direction, insert the left and right net anchors into the ceiling retainers, and...
Page 87 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page87 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (87,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening and Closing the Trunk Opening the trunk lid with the key Insert the master key into the slot and turn it clockwise.
Page 88 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page88 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTrunk Light Closing the trunk lid Use both hands to push the trunk lid down The trunk light is on when the lid is open until the lock snaps shut.
Page 89: Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever (Sedan)
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page89 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (89,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Inside Trunk Release Slide WARNING Lever (Sedan) Open Trunk Lid and Children: Your vehicle is equipped with an inside Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving...
Page 90: Power Windows
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page90 Friday, December 5 2003 8:54 AM Black plate (90,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Trunk Lid from the Power Windows Inside The ignition switch must be in the ON Slide the illuminated inside trunk release position for the power windows to slide lever in the direction of the arrow.
Page 91 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page91 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Driver's Side qOperating the Passenger Power Power Window Windows Manual opening/closing The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on...
Page 92: Fuel-Filler Lid And Cap
Unlocked position death in an accident. CAUTION Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, WARNING available at Authorized Mazda Dealers. The wrong cap can result in a serious...
Page 93 If the light remains on (even after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Remote fuel-filler lid release qFuel-Filler Cap To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise.
Page 94: Hood
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page94 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Slide the hood latch to the right and lift Hood the hood. WARNING Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that is not closed and securely...
Page 95: Moonroof Í
í Moonroof NOTE The moonroof can be opened or closed After washing your Mazda or after a electrically only when the ignition switch rain, wipe the water off the moonroof before operating it to avoid water is in the ON position.
Page 96 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page96 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (96,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qSlide Operation CAUTION To open to any position, press the rear of The sunshade doesn't tilt. To avoid the slide switch. damaging the sunshade, don't push up on it.
Page 97: Security System
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page97 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (97,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System CAUTION The immobilizer system allows the engine When starting the engine do not allow to start only with a key the system the following, as the engine may not recognizes.
Page 98 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two...
Page 99 If a key is lost, contact an the engine again. If it doesn't start Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as after 3 or more tries, contact an possible. Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 100: Theft-Deterrent System Í
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page100 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (100,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System If the system is triggered again, the lights í Theft-Deterrent System and horn will activate until a door is unlocked or the trunk lid is opened with The optional theft-deterrent system is the key or with the transmitter.
Page 101 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page101 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (101,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Mazda recommends that you affix them to NOTE the lower rear corner of the front door windows. The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the transmitter even when the system is armed.
Page 102: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page102 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (102,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors qOutside Mirrors WARNING Check the mirrors' angles before driving. Adjusting the Steering Wheel: Adjusting the steering wheel while the WARNING vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 103 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page103 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (103,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors After adjusting the mirror, lock the control Reducing glare from headlights by placing the selector switch in the Manual day/night mirror middle position.
Page 104 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page104 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (104,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE 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.
Page 105 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page105 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (105,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Emission Control System ............4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-5 Before Starting the Engine ............
Page 106: Before Driving Your Mazda
Never add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those specified by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally referred to as oxygenated fuels.
Page 107: Emission Control System
Either condition will damage the converter and cause poor performance. USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. Don't drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction. Don't coast with the ignition switch turned off. Don't descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.
Page 108 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page108 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (108,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions 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.
Page 109: Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)
When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Exhaust Gas in Enclosed Area: Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Exhaust gas, which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could easily enter the cabin.
Page 110: Before Starting The Engine
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page110 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (110,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, Are all doors closed and locked? and outside lights are clean.
Page 111: Driving Tips
Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few How you operate your Mazda determines precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use miles) may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Mazda.
Page 112: Hazardous Driving
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page112 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (112,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Spinning the Wheels: Downshifting into lower gear while When the vehicle is stuck, spinning driving on slippery surfaces is the wheels at high speed is dangerous.
Page 113: Winter Driving
(driver's door frame), but Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to never more than the maximum cold-tire perform the following precautions: pressure shown on the tires.
Page 114: Driving In Flooded Area
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page114 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (114,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading WARNING WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Vehicle Load Weight: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
Page 115: Towing
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page115 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (115,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-11 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 116 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page116 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (116,1) 4-12 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 117: Driving Your Mazda
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page117 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..............5-2 Ignition Switch ................5-2 Starting the Engine ..............5-3 Brake System ................5-4 Manual Transaxle Operation ............. 5-8 Automatic Transaxle Controls ..........
Page 118: Starting And Driving
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page118 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (118,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic transaxle Ignition Switch To turn the key from the ACC to the qIgnition Switch Positions LOCK position, the shift lever must be in the P position.
Page 119: Starting The Engine
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page119 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (119,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the NOTE steering wheel from side to side. Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system.
Page 120: Brake System
Brake Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes fails to start, wait 10 seconds before that adjust automatically through normal trying again. Otherwise, you may use.
Page 121 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page121 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (121,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake WARNING Depress the brake pedal, then pull the brake handle fully upward. Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Page 122 Drive to the side of the road and park off inspected immediately. Don't drive the right-of-way. with this light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the Low brake fluid level warning brakes inspected as soon as possible. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor.
Page 123 ABS. ABS: Should this happen, consult an Authorized The ABS cannot compensate for Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another WARNING vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface).
Page 124: Manual Transaxle Operation
5 to R (reverse). The shift lever must be put in neutral before being shifted to R. When you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as WARNING possible. Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet,...
Page 125 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page125 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (125,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3.0-liter engine CAUTION For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also,...
Page 126: Automatic Transaxle Controls
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page126 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (126,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position).
Page 127 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page127 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (127,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving N (Neutral) M (Manual) In N, the wheels and transaxle are not M is the manual shift mode position. locked. The vehicle will roll freely even...
Page 128 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page128 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (128,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qManual Shift Mode Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear This mode gives you the feel of driving a illuminates. manual transaxle vehicle by operating the...
Page 129 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page129 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (129,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING When driving slowly, the gears may Sudden Engine-Braking: not shift up depending on vehicle speed. Shifting down while driving on wet,...
Page 130 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page130 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (130,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving At kickdown, shifting up to each gear is Shifting specification (3.0-liter engine only possible at the following speeds or model) higher: Shifting up...
Page 131 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page131 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (131,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving During deceleration, the gears shift down (3.0-liter engine) automatically when speed is reduced to Gear Vehicle speed the following: M1 to M2 24 km/h (15 mph)
Page 132: Power Steering
WARNING If the steering feels rigid during normal Cruise Control Use: driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Using cruise control in the following Dealer. conditions could cause you to lose control of the vehicle:...
Page 133 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page133 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (133,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qCruise Set Indicator Light WARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it may be switched on accidentally.
Page 134 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page134 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (134,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap-up feature that NOTE allows you to increase your current speed in increments of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a...
Page 135 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page135 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (135,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Decrease Cruising Speed qTo Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 40 km/h (25 mph) Press the SET/COAST button and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow.
Page 136: Traction Control System (Tcs) Í
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page136 Friday, December 5 2003 8:55 AM Black plate (136,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System í (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction.
Page 137 Starting and Driving qTCS Indicator Light If the light stays on when the TCS is not switched off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The TCS may have a malfunction. NOTE After starting the engine when the coolant temperature is extremely low, This indicator light stays on for a few the TCS is automatically turned off.
Page 138 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page138 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (138,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE 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.
Page 139 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page139 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (139,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges (Black-out meter) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. Speedometer ...................... page 5-24 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector ..........
Page 140: Instrument Cluster And Indicators
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page140 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (140,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer NOTE The speedometer indicates the speed of (Standard meter) the vehicle. The odometer and trip meter can be displayed as follows even when the...
Page 141 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page141 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (141,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Coolant Temperature The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is Gauge again reset. Return it to “0.0” by holding...
Page 142 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page142 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (142,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qFuel Gauge NOTE The fuel gauge shows approximately how Black-out meter much fuel is in the tank. We recommend When the instrument cluster dimmer is keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
Page 143 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page143 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (143,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Canceling the instrument cluster illumination dimmer (With exterior lights on) When the exterior lights are on, the instrument cluster illumination dims. When driving on snowy or foggy roads,...
Page 144 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page144 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (144,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-30...
Page 145 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page145 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (145,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light 5-33 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-33 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-33 Automatic Transaxle Warning Light...
Page 146: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds
Drive to the side of the road and park off inspected immediately. Don't drive the right-of-way. with this light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the Low brake fluid level warning brakes inspected as soon as possible. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor.
Page 147: Warning/Indicator Lights
If the light remains illuminated even after ignition switch is turned to the ON you add oil, have your vehicle towed to position and turns off when the engine is an Authorized Mazda Dealer. started. If the warning light illuminates while CAUTION driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system.
Page 148 ABS warning light flashes continuously, do not drive at high are on at the same time is dangerous. speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda When both lights are on, the rear Dealer as soon as possible. wheels could lock more quickly in an...
Page 149 ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened...
Page 150 If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. This light indicates one of two things: Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 151 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page151 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (151,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds í qShift Position Indicator Light qTCS Indicator Light (Automatic Transaxle) This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 152 Indicator Light (Black- If the light stays on when the TCS is not switched off, take your vehicle to an out meter) Authorized Mazda Dealer. The TCS may have a malfunction. NOTE After starting the engine when the coolant temperature is extremely low, the TCS is automatically turned off.
Page 153: Beep Sounds
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page153 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (153,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds qSeat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds.
Page 154: Switches And Controls
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page154 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qLights-On Reminder Lighting Control If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch, a beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
Page 155: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page155 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qDaytime Running Lights Turn and Lane-Change (Canada) Signals In Canada, vehicles must be driven with qTurn Signal the headlights on during daytime operation.
Page 156: Fog Lights Í
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally. If they don't resume functioning, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. í 5-40 Some models.
Page 157 With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released. If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-18). If it's OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-41 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 158: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Í
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page158 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Defroster Rear Window Wiper and í Washer The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
Page 159: Horn
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page159 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Fully Automatic Type Air-Conditioning Horn To sound the horn, press around the mark on the steering wheel. CAUTION Don't use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface.
Page 160: Hazard Warning Flasher
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page160 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (160,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Hazard Warning Flasher HomeLink Wireless í Control System The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway.
Page 161 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page161 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE WARNING FCC ID: NZLSTDHL3 Safety Stop and Reverse Feature: CANADA:4112104541A Using the HomeLink system with any This device complies with FCC rules garage door opener that lacks the part 15.
Page 162 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page162 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qProgramming the HomeLink 4. After the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly System blinking light, release both the HomeLink and hand-held transmitter CAUTION buttons.
Page 163 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page163 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 7. Firmly press and release the “learn” or qGate operator/Canadian “smart” button. (The name and color of Programming the button may vary by manufacturer.) Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time-out”...
Page 164 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page164 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qReprogramming the HomeLink system To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button.
Page 165: Interior Comfort
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page165 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (165,1) Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............... 6-2 Operating Tips ................6-2 Vent Operation ................6-3 Types of the Climate Control System ........6-5 Manual Type ................
Page 166 Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda and ice from the hood and the air inlet in Dealer for refrigerant inspection. the cowl grille to improve the system efficiency.
Page 167: Climate Control System
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page167 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (167,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation qAdjusting the Vents 2. Rotate the air vent left and right to adjust the direction of airflow. Directing airflow 1. Press the upper part of the air vent to open it.
Page 168 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page168 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (168,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 169: Types Of The Climate Control System
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page169 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (169,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control 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.
Page 170: Manual Type
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page170 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (170,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Air intake selector Rear window defroster switch A/C Switch Temperature control dial Fan control dial Mode selector dial qControl Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold This dial allows variable fan speeds.
Page 171 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page171 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (171,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select This switch controls the source of air airflow mode (page 6-4). entering the vehicle.
Page 172 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page172 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (172,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE WARNING If the windshield fogs up easily, set The Recirculated Air Position: the mode selector dial to the Using the position in cold or position.
Page 173 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page173 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (173,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE WARNING When maximum cooling is desired, Foggy Windshield: set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold intake selector to the...
Page 174 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page174 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (174,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. 5. Turn on the air conditioner. 6-10 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 175: Fully Automatic Type
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page175 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (175,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type Air intake selector Fan control dial Temperature control dial Rear window defroster switch A/C Switch OFF switch Mode selector switch Auto switch Windshield defroster switch qControl Switches Outside/Recirculated air selection...
Page 176 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page176 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (176,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Mode selector switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the The desired airflow mode can be selected climate control system. (page 6-4). Temperature control dial NOTE With the airflow mode set to...
Page 177 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page177 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (177,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Windshield defroster switch NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when system is off.) Air intake selector Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows.
Page 178 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page178 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (178,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System To turn off the system, press the OFF WARNING switch. Foggy Windshield: NOTE Using the position with the For an optimal cabin temperature, set temperature control set to the cold the temperature close to 25.0°C position will cause the outside of the...
Page 179 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page179 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (179,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Interior temperature sensor 6-15 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 180: Audio System
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page180 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (180,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System qDetachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it WARNING counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving Make sure the antenna is securely the Vehicle: installed.
Page 181 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page181 Friday, December 5 2003 8:56 AM Black plate (181,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not AM characteristics bend around corners, but they do reflect. AM signals bend around such things as Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot buildings or mountains and bounce off the...
Page 182 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page182 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (182,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Strong signal noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in This occurs very close to a transmitter straight lines and become weak in valleys tower.
Page 183 Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Only cassette tapes that play no longer Never attempt to repair it or insert a than 90 minutes should be used.
Page 184 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page184 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (184,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for Mini Disc The MD player can also play MDLPs that have been recorded in MDLP (MD) Player mode. (MDLPs bearing the The following precautions should be identification logo as shown below).
Page 185 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page185 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (185,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for CD Player/In- The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly Dash CD Changer bent) CDs should never be used. Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or...
Page 186 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page186 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (186,1) Interior Comfort Audio System When driving over uneven surfaces, Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can the sound may jump. decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface, thus affecting sound quality.
Page 187: Audio Set
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page187 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (187,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set CD Player (Some models.) In-dash CD Changer (Some models.) Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player (Some models.) Mini Disc (MD) Player (Some models.) Power/Volume/Sound Controls ................
Page 188 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page188 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (188,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Turn the power/volume dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
Page 189 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page189 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (189,1) Interior Comfort Audio System BOSE Sound System-equipped model BOSE Sound System- Indication Turn Left Turn Right equipped model Decrease Increase bass bass Decrease Increase treble treble Shift the Shift the sound to the sound to the front...
Page 190 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page190 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (190,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode. Mode Volume change No change Minimum Medium Maximum Turn the audio control dial to select the ALC OFF, ALC LEVEL1—3 mode.
Page 191 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page191 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (191,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 6-27 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 192 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page192 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (192,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Band selector buttons Seek tuning Scan button button Auto memory button Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial Radio ON Tuning Press a band selector button ( The radio has the following tuning ) to turn the radio on.
Page 193 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page193 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (193,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Auto memory tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , This is especially useful when driving in will cause the tuner to seek a higher or an area where the local stations are not lower frequency automatically.
Page 194 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page194 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (194,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Cassette Tape Player Cassette tape play button Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Cassette tape eject button Repeat button Program button Dolby NR button...
Page 195 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page195 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (195,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when APC may not operate properly if: the ignition switch is in the OFF A tape was recorded at a low level. position.
Page 196 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page196 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (196,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Mini Disc (MD) Player MD play button Fast-forward button Track up Scan button button Display button Track down button Reverse button MD slot Repeat button MD eject button Random button...
Page 197 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page197 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (197,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Press the scan button ( ) during play NOTE to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). If there is no song or disc title recorded on the MD, “NO TITLE”...
Page 198 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page198 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (198,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player Fast-forward button CD slot CD eject button CD play button Track up Scan button button Track down Reverse button button Repeat button...
Page 199 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page199 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (199,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 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.
Page 200 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page200 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (200,1) Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons Load button CD slot CD play button CD eject button Track up Scan button button Track down button Disc down Fast-forward...
Page 201 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page201 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (201,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 3. Pull out the CD. Multiple insertion 1. Press and hold the load button ( Multiple ejection for about 2 seconds until a beep is 1.
Page 202 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page202 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (202,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Press the track down button ( ) once to Press the random button ( ) once again skip back to the beginning of the current to cancel random play.
Page 203 Interior Comfort Audio System qError 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 Insert the MD properly. If the error indication does not MD is inserted upside down disappear, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 204: Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) Í
Wheel) radio>FM2 radio>Cassette tape player or MD player> CD player or CD changer>cyclical). NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you NOTE avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the dashboard. Always Cassette tape, MD, CD and CD changer make safe driving your first priority.
Page 205 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page205 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (205,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qSeek Switch qMute Switch Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute audio, press it again to resume audio output. When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio switches to the next/previous stored...
Page 206: Safety Certification
This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed.
Page 207: Interior Equipment
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page207 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (207,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Lights When you need a sunvisor, lower it for qIlluminated Entry System use in front or swing it to the side. When the illuminated entry system Sunvisor operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position) and the courtesy...
Page 208 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page208 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (208,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qOverhead Lights Rear Front With moonroof DOOR DOOR Switch Rear Overhead Lights Position Light off Without moonroof Light on when any door is open DOOR Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on DOOR...
Page 209 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page209 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (209,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Without moonroof Switch Luggage Compartment Light Position Light off Light on when the hatch is open Wagon DOOR Rear Switch Luggage Compartment Light Position Light off DOOR Light on when the liftgate is open qCourtesy Lights...
Page 210: Information Display
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page210 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (210,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display DIMMER button CLOCK button SET button AMB button qInformation Display Functions The information display has the following functions: Clock Ambient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display) Climate Control Display Audio Display Display Dimmer Cancel Function...
Page 211 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page211 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClock 12:01—12:29→12:00 12:30—12:59→1:00 When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the time is displayed. NOTE When the SET button is released, the seconds are reset to “00”.
Page 212: Lighter
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page212 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (212,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClimate Control Display Lighter The climate control system status is The ignition switch must be in the ACC displayed. To operate the climate control or ON position. system, refer to “Climate Control System”...
Page 213: Ashtray
To use, open the cover. in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.
Page 214: Cup Holder
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page214 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (214,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qFront Cup Holder To use the cup holder, open the center console by pressing the lower center part WARNING of its cover. Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 215: Bottle Holder
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page215 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (215,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Bottle Holder Storage Compartments Bottle holders are on the inside of the WARNING front doors. Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous.
Page 216 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page216 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (216,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qStorage Pocket qGlove Box To open, push the release catch down and To open the glove box, pull the latch pull the lid downward. toward you. Insert the master key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock.
Page 217 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page217 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Small items can be placed in the tray of Luggage compartment, left side the center console lid. To open it, pull the upper release catch. Knob qCargo Securing Loops (Hatchback/Wagon)
Page 218 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page218 Friday, December 5 2003 8:57 AM Black plate (218,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCargo Sub-Compartment Hatchback (Wagon) To use the cargo sub-compartment, remove trunk board A and open trunk board B. Trunk board B Trunk Wagon board A Cargo sub- compartment 6-54...
Page 219: Accessory Socket
The ignition switch must be in the ACC the plug cord through the slot in the cap. or ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than Cap slot, closed 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A).
Page 220 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page220 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 5. Pass the plug cord through the hole of 7. Set the plug cord into the slit of the tray the tray and insert the plug in the mat and replace the tray mat.
Page 221 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page221 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (221,1) 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 ..................7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ............
Page 222: In Case Of An Emergency
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page222 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (222,1) In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution...
Page 223: Flat Tire
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page223 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (223,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Sedan/Hatchback Spare tire Jack With sub-woofer Lug wrench Tire hold-down bolt...
Page 224 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page224 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (224,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack (Hatchback/Wagon) 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. To remove the jack (Sedan) 1. Remove the jack container lid. 2. Remove the jack container lid. 2.
Page 225 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qSpare Tire CAUTION Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. To avoid damage to the temporary The temporary spare is lighter and smaller spare or to the vehicle, observe the than a conventional tire, and is designed...
Page 226 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page226 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (226,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 2. Turn the tire wing bolt 2. Remove the trunk board. counterclockwise. Lug wrench Trunk board 3. For vehicles equipped with a sub- woofer, loosen the wing bolt and (Hatchback) remove the woofer and spare tire.
Page 227 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page227 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (227,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. For vehicles equipped with a sub- (Wagon) woofer, loosen the wing bolt and 1. Remove trunk board A and open trunk remove the woofer and spare tire.
Page 228: Changing A Flat Tire
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page228 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (228,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- Changing a Flat Tire way and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic NOTE transaxle in Park (P), a manual If the following occurs while driving, it...
Page 229 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page229 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (229,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qRemoving a Flat Tire 2. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but 1. If your vehicle is equipped with a don't remove any lug nuts until the tire wheel cover, pry off the wheel cover has been raised off the ground.
Page 230 Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Incorrect Jacking Position: Mazda is firmly in position and that it Attempting to jack the vehicle in cannot slip or move. positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous.
Page 231 If you lose your key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's order form, which is with the registration card.
Page 232 WARNING If you're unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at an Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Authorized Mazda Dealer. Nuts, Bolts: Nut tightening torque Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could 88—118...
Page 233 Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts Sub-woofer on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. 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.
Page 234: Overheating
Stop the injury. Don't remove either cooling engine and call an Authorized Mazda system cap when the engine and Dealer. radiator are hot. Steam from Overheated Engine: 5.
Page 235 Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-12). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-15 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 236: Emergency Starting
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page236 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (236,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1.
Page 237: Jump-Starting
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page237 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (237,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.
Page 238 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page238 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (238,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Low Fluid Level or Frozen Battery: Jump-starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous. It may rupture or explode, causing serious injury.
Page 239: Push-Starting
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page239 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (239,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Connect the other end to a solid, Push-Starting stationary, exposed metallic point (for example, the strut mounting WARNING bolt) away from the discharged battery (4).
Page 240: Emergency Towing
Towing Description CAUTION We recommend that towing be done only Don't tow the vehicle pointed backward by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a with driving wheels on the ground. This commercial tow-truck service. may cause internal damage to the transaxle.
Page 241: Recreational Towing
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page241 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (241,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Recreational Towing CAUTION An example of “recreational towing” is Do not use the hooks under the rear towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. bumper for towing and tying down, as The transaxle is not designed for towing they cannot hold the load and it will...
Page 242 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page242 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (242,1) 7-22 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 243: Maintenance And Care
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page243 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (243,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................. 8-2 Introduction ................8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ..............8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ............8-3 Owner Maintenance ..............8-7 Owner Maintenance Schedule ..........
Page 244: Introduction
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored. Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.
Page 245: Scheduled Maintenance
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page245 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (245,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2). Repeated short-distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes...
Page 246 *1: According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 247 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page247 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (247,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles ENGINE 2.3-liter engine Drive belts (tension) 3.0-liter engine Engine valve clearance (2.3-liter engine) Audible inspect every 120,000km (75,000miles), if noisy, adjust...
Page 248 *1: According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 249: Owner Maintenance
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Page 250: Owner Maintenance Precautions
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you're unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 251: Engine Compartment Overview
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page251 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (251,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview 2.3-liter engine Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Engine oil-filler cap Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Battery Power steering fluid reservoir Fuse block...
Page 252: Engine Oil
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page252 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (252,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qInspecting Engine Oil Level Engine Oil 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level qRecommended Oil surface. Oil container labels provide important 2. Warm up the engine to normal information.
Page 253 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page253 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (253,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Changing engine oil CAUTION Don't add engine oil over MAX. This WARNING may cause engine damage. Checking or Changing Engine Oil: 6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is Hot engine oil is dangerous.
Page 254: Engine Coolant
When the engine and radiator are hot, Because you need a special tool to scalding coolant and steam may shoot retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda out under pressure and cause serious Dealer should do the work. injury. Don't remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot.
Page 255 Do not overfill. If new coolant is required frequently, Inspect the condition and connections of consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. all cooling system and heater hoses. Replace any that are swollen or qChanging Coolant deteriorated.
Page 256 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page256 Friday, December 5 2003 8:58 AM Black plate (256,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance To change coolant Loosen Tighten WARNING Tighten Loosen Removing the Cooling System Cap: Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is dangerous.
Page 257: Brake/Clutch Fluid
Be careful not to spill brake fluid linings. If it is excessively low, have the on yourself or on the engine. brake/clutch system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Low Brake/Clutch Fluid Levels: Low brake/clutch fluid levels are dangerous. Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak.
Page 258: Power Steering Fluid
Black plate (258,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance If new fluid is required frequently, consult Power Steering Fluid an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qInspecting Power Steering Fluid 3.0-liter engine Level Inspect the fluid level at each engine oil change. Add fluid if necessary; it does not require periodic changing.
Page 259: Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Atf)
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page259 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (259,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Automatic Transaxle Fluid WARNING (ATF) Sudden Vehicle Movement: qInspecting Automatic Transaxle Shifting the shift lever without first Fluid Level depressing the brake pedal is dangerous.
Page 260: Washer Fluid
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page260 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (260,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid CAUTION qInspecting Washer Fluid Level Use the cold scale only as a reference. If outside temperature is lower than WARNING about 20°C (70°F), start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the Substitute Washer Fluid: engine reaches operating...
Page 261: Body Lubrication
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page261 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (261,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid Body Lubrication reservoir; add fluid if necessary. All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed.
Page 262: Air Filter
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page262 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (262,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Air Filter 3.0-liter engine CAUTION Don't drive without an air filter. This could result in excessive engine wear. This air filter may be cleaned with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on its condition.
Page 263: Wiper Blades
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page263 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (263,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Replace the filter according to Scheduled Wiper Blades Maintenance (page 8-3). CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows.
Page 264 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page264 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (264,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull NOTE until the tabs are free of the metal support. To prevent damage to the wiper arm blades when raising both the driver and passenger side wiper arms, raise the driver side wiper arm first.
Page 265 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page265 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (265,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing Rear Window Wiper CAUTION Blade (Hatchback/Wagon) Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. When the wiper no longer cleans well, the You need to use them again. blade is probably worn or cracked.
Page 266 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page266 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (266,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Hold the end of the blade rubber and 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. pull until the tabs are free of the metal Then install the blade assembly in the support.
Page 267 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page267 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (267,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. out of the blade holder. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
Page 268: Battery
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page268 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (268,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Page 269: Tires
Rinse off spilled electrolyte Using any other tire size than what is immediately with a solution of water specified for your Mazda (page 10-6) and baking soda. is dangerous. It could seriously affect If the vehicle will not be used for an...
Page 270 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page270 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (270,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qTire Inflation Pressure NOTE Always check tire pressure when WARNING tires are cold. Warm tires normally exceed Incorrect Tire Inflation: recommended pressures. Don't Overinflation or underinflation of tires release air from warm tires to adjust is dangerous.
Page 271 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page271 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (271,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Also, inspect them for uneven wear and If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused will appear as a solid band across the by one or a combination of the following: tread.
Page 272 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page272 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (272,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION CAUTION Don't use your temporary spare tire A wrong-sized wheel may adversely rim with a snow tire or a affect: conventional tire. Neither will Tire fit properly fit and could damage both Wheel and bearing life...
Page 273: Light Bulbs
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page273 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (273,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Sedan/Hatchback Overhead light/ Luggage compartment light (Hatchback) Map lights Headlights Trunk light (Low beam) High-mount brake light Fog lights (Sedan) Headlights (High beam) Parking lights Courtesy lights Side-marker lights...
Page 274 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page274 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (274,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Your Mazda's headlights and fog lights 2. Remove the bulb by pushing it in have replaceable halogen bulbs. slightly and turning it counterclockwise. WARNING...
Page 275 Trunk side trim (Hatchback) Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Removal (Wagon) 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. Installation...
Page 276 (Hatchback/Wagon) NOTE 1. Remove the cover. To replace the bulb, contact an 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly Authorized Mazda Dealer. counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Reverse lights, Taillights Reverse lights (Sedan) Taillights 1.
Page 277 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page277 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (277,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Detach the electrical connector from (Wagon) the socket. 1. Remove the liftgate upper trim and 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly high-mount brake light component. counterclockwise and remove it.
Page 278 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page278 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (278,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Socket 5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order 3.
Page 279 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page279 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (279,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Vanity mirror lights Socket Edge 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order Luggage compartment light (Hatchback) of removal.
Page 280: Fuses
If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qFuse Replacement Replacing the fuses on the driver's side kick-panel 3.
Page 281 SPARE circuit. CAUTION NOTE To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an Always replace a fuse with one of the Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-40). same rating. Otherwise you may damage the electric system. 8-39 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 282 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page282 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (282,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) FUSE FUSE DESCRIP- PROTECTED DESCRIP- PROTECTED RAT- RAT- TION COMPONENT TION COMPONENT — 1 SPARE HEAD Headlight-high beam (Left) —...
Page 283 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page283 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (283,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE DESCRIP- PROTECTED RAT- TION COMPONENT Reverse lights, Heater control KEY2 unit 24 BLOWER Blower motor Overhead light, Power door lock — — — 27 DEFOG Rear window defroster í...
Page 284 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page284 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Driver's side kick-panel) FUSE PROTECTED FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT RATING COMPONENT ENGINE 14 R.CIGAR Accessory socket Engine control system — —...
Page 285: Appearance Care
Industrial Fallout Prevention Occurrence It is necessary to have your Mazda Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions washed and waxed to preserve its finish drift into the air and mix with rain or dew according to the instructions in this to form acids.
Page 286 Prevention Chipped paint can lead to rust It is necessary to wash and wax your forming on your Mazda. Before this vehicle to preserve its finish according to happens, repair the damage by using the instructions in this section. These...
Page 287: Exterior Care
NOTE dirt, mud, and other foreign material from the underside of the fenders, and make Mazda is not responsible for sure the drain holes in the lower edges of scratches caused by automatic car the doors and rocker panels are clean.
Page 288 Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. CAUTION Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when If your Mazda is damaged and needs braking could result in a serious metal parts repaired or replaced, make accident. Light braking will indicate sure the body shop applies anti- whether the brakes have been affected.
Page 289 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page289 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (289,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION WARNING Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, Driving with Wet Brakes: or strong detergents containing highly Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. alkaline or caustic agents on chrome- Increased stopping distance or the plated or anodized aluminum parts.
Page 290: Interior Care
In a collision, damaged with a leather cleaner or mild soap. belts cannot provide adequate protection. Have an Authorized Mazda Wipe it with a damp soft cloth; then dry Dealer replace damaged belts and buff it with a dry soft cloth.
Page 291 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page291 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qCleaning 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.
Page 292 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page292 Friday, December 5 2003 8:59 AM Black plate (292,1) 8-50 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 293: Customer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Mazda Importer/Distributors ............9-8 Importer/Distributor ..............9-8 Distributor in Each Area ............9-8 Warranty ..................9-9 Warranties for Your Mazda ............9-9 Outside the United States ............9-10 Outside Canada ............... 9-11 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) ..............
Page 294: Customer Assistance
1: Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 295: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
Black plate (295,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 4. Purchase date and current mileage 5. Your dealer's name and location 6. Your question(s) If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor. Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 296 Your complete and permanent 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 complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer.
Page 297 If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner, Mazda, and/or one of it's dealers (that all parties cannot agree upon), the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 298 Manitoba (204) 942-7166 Ontario (416) 596-8824 Atlantic Canada (902) 422-5413 Quebec (418) 649-1330 qRegional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC. WESTERN REGION ALBERTA, 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA, SUITE 2000 MANITOBA, RICHMOND B.C. SASKATCHEWAN, V6X 3K1 YUKON (604) 303-5670 MAZDA CANADA INC.
Page 299 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 300: Mazda Importer/Distributors
TEL:1 (800) 263-4680 (in Canada) Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. (416) 609-9909 (outside Canada) TEL:1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) qPUERTO RICO (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-2722 TEL: (787) 641-9300 qGUAM...
Page 301: Warranty
Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Control Warranty (Canada only) Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda. Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 302: Outside The United States
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements (CMVSS).
Page 303: Outside Canada
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada. However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
Page 304: Registering Your Vehicle In A Foreign Country (Except United States And Canada)
Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable. There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle. The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries.
Page 305: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts And Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, 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 system;...
Page 306: Cell Phones
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page306 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (306,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 307: Type Approval Of Equipment
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page307 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (307,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system 9-15 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 308: Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (Utqgs)
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page308 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (308,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
Page 309 These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers. The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary with respect to grade.
Page 310: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects 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.
Page 311: Service Publications
Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below. If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
Page 312 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page312 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (312,1) 9-20 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 313: Specifications
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page313 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (313,1) Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ............. 10-2 Specifications ................10-3 Specifications ................10-3 10-1 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 314: Identification Numbers
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page314 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (314,1) Identification Numbers qVehicle Emission Control Vehicle Information Labels Information Label qVehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard.
Page 315: Specifications
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page315 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (315,1) Specifications Specifications qEngine Specification Item 2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine Type 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)
Page 316 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page316 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (316,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Unit Item US qt Imp qt With oil filter replacement 2.3-liter Without oil filter engine replacement Engine oil With oil filter replacement 3.0-liter Without oil filter engine replacement 2.3-liter engine...
Page 317 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page317 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (317,1) Specifications qWeights Item Weight Sedan 1,958 kg (4,317 lb) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) Hatchback/Wagon 2,032 kg (4,480 lb) Front 1,070 kg (2,359 lb) Sedan Rear 888 kg (1,958 lb) GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front 1,075 kg (2,370 lb)
Page 318 NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-28.
Page 319: Index
Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page319 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (319,1) Index 11-1 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 320 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page320 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (320,1) Index Accessory Socket ......6-55 Bottle Holder ........6-51 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Brake/Clutch Accessories ........9-13 Fluid ........... 8-15 Air Bag Systems ....... 2-43 Brakes Air Filter ..........8-20 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..
Page 321 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page321 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (321,1) Index Dashboard Illumination ....5-26 Flasher Daytime Running Lights ....5-39 Hazard warning ......5-44 Defroster Headlights ........5-38 Rear window ......5-42 Flat Tire ..........7-3 Dimensions ........10-4 Changing ........
Page 322 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page322 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (322,1) Index Headlights Interior Lights ........6-43 Control ........5-38 Flashing ........5-38 High-low beam ......5-38 Jump-Starting ........7-17 On reminder ....... 5-38 HomeLink Wireless Control System ..........5-44 Hood Release ........
Page 323 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page323 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (323,1) Index Safety Defects, Reporting ....9-18 Mirrors Seat Belt System Outside mirrors ......3-34 3-point type ........ 2-19 Rearview mirror ......3-35 Automatic locking ...... 2-18 Money-Saving Suggestions ....4-7 Emergency locking ....
Page 324 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page324 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (324,1) Index Storage Compartments ...... 6-51 Traction Control System (TCS) ..5-20 Cargo securing loops ....6-53 TCS indicator light ..... 5-21 Cargo sub-compartment ..... 6-54 TCS OFF indicator light .... 5-21 Center box ........
Page 325 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page325 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (325,1) Index Windshield Wipers ......5-41 Blades replacement ....8-21 Winter Driving ........4-9 11-7 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...
Page 326 Mazda6_8T12-EA-03K_Edition1 Page326 Friday, December 5 2003 9:0 AM Black plate (326,1) 11-8 Form No.8T12-EA-03K...

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2 Essential Safety Equipment

3 Knowing Your Mazda

4 Before Driving Your Mazda

5 Driving Your Mazda

6 Interior Comfort

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8 Maintenance and Care

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