2009 MAZDA MODEL 6 headlight bulb

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CAUTION
ØDo not shade the light sensor by
adhering a sticker or a label on
the windshield. Otherwise the light
sensor will not operate correctly.
Light sensor
ØThe light sensor also works as a
rain sensor for the auto-wiper
control. Keep hands and scrapers
clear of the windshield when the
ignition is switched ON as fingers
could be pinched or the wipers and
wiper blades damaged when the
wipers activate automatically. If
you are going to clean the
windshield, be sure the wipers are
turned off completely - this is
particularly important when
clearing ice and snow - when it is
particularly tempting to leave the
engine running. NOTE
lThe light may not turn off immediately even
if the surrounding area becomes well-lit
because the light sensor determines that it
is nighttime if the surrounding area is
continuously dark for several minutes such
as inside long tunnels, traffic jams inside
tunnels, or in indoor parking lots.
In this case, the light turns off if the light
switch is turned to the OFF position.
lThe timing for turning on the headlights,
other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination can be delayed by adjusting
the sensitivity of the light sensor. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding sensor
adjustment.
lThe sensitivity of the AUTO lights may be
changed.Refer to Personalization Features
on page 10-8.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbsí
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights
have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a
bright white beam over a wide area.
WARNING
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.
NOTE
If the headlights flicker, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a
replacement is necessary. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
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WARNING
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.
Never touch the glass portion of a
halogen bulb with your bare hands and
always wear eye protection when
handling or working around the bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is
dangerous. These bulbs contain
pressurized gas. If one is broken, it
will explode and serious injuries
could be caused by the flying glass.
If the glass portion is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when
lit.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children: Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb
or breaking it some other way.
qReplacing Exterior Light Bulbs
Replacing a headlight bulb
High-beam bulb
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Remove the attachment bolts and the coolant reservoir before replacing the
light bulb.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector downward.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
Carefully remove the bulb from its
socket in the reflector by gently pulling
it straight backward out of the socket.
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5. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal.
6. Install the coolant reservoir. If you are unsure of how tight the bolts should be,
have them inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.
Low-beam bulb
(Xenon fusion bulb)
You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by
yourself.
The bulbs must be replaced at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Halogen bulbs)
1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned off and the headlight switch is off.
2. If you are changing the right headlight bulb, start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the left, and turn
off engine. If you are changing the left
headlight bulb, turn the steering wheel
to the right. 3. Turn the center section of the plastic
retainers counterclockwise and remove
them, then partially peel back
mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Turn the cover counterclockwise andremove it.
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5. Detach the electrical connector fromthe bulb by pulling it to the rear.
6. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.
7. Swing the retaining spring out and
away to free the headlight bulb.
8. Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the socket by pulling it straight
back. 9. Remove the adapter.
10. Replace the bulb.
11. Install the new bulb in the reverse
order of removal.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.
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3. Turn the bolt, the screws and the centersection of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.
Bolt
4. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new side turn signal unit in the reverse order of removal.
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
1. Make sure the ignition switch is turnedoff and the headlight switch is off. 2. Turn the bolt, the screws and the center
section of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
3. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
High-mount brake light, Groundillumination lights
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the bulbs should be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Automatic transaxleItem Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,996 kg (4,400 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
1,066 kg (2,350 lb)
Rear 934 kg (2,059 lb)
3.7-liter engine
Item Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2,082 kg (4,590 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
1,140 kg (2,513 lb)
Rear 943 kg (2,079 lb)
qAir Conditioner
Item Classification
Refrigerant Type HFC134a (R-134a)
qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
Headlights High beam
65H9 (H9)
Low beam Halogen
55H7 (H7)
Xenon fusion 35D2S (D2S)
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights 28/8―(#7444NA)
Fog lights
í55 H11 (H11)
Front side-marker lights 4.9―(#168)
High-mount brake light LED
*1―(― )
Rear turn signal lights 26.9―(#3757A)
Brake lights/Taillights (Rear side-marker lights) 26.9/6.7
―(#3057A)
LED
*1― (― )
Reverse lights 17.9W16W (#921)
License plate lights 4.8―(t94)
Ground illumination light
í5.5 ―(― )
*1 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
10-6íSome models.
Specifications
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