2014 MAZDA MODEL 6 ABS

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WARNING
Do not drive with the brake system
warning light illuminated. Contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the
brakes inspected as soon as possible:
Driving with the brake system
warning light illuminated is
dangerous. It indicates that your
brakes may not work at all or that
they could completely fail at any
time. If this light remains
illuminated, after checking that the
parking brake is fully released, have
the brakes inspected immediately.
CAUTION
In addition, the effectiveness of the
braking may diminish so you may
need to depress the brake pedal more
strongly than normal to stop the
vehicle.
qIf the ABS warning light illuminates
If the ABS warning light stays on while
you're driving, the ABS control unit has
detected a system malfunction. If this
occurs, your brakes will function normally
as if the vehicle had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.NOTE
lWhen the engine is jump-started to charge
the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs,
it is the result of the weak battery and does
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
lThe brake assist system does not operate
while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
qIf the brake system warning light
and the ABS warning light
illuminate simultaneously
If the electronic brake force distribution
control unit determines that some
components are operating incorrectly, the
control unit may illuminate the brake
system warning light and the ABS
warning light simultaneously. The
problem is likely to be the electronic
brake force distribution system.
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Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning
light and brake warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have
the brakes inspected as soon as
possible:
Driving when the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
are illuminated simultaneously is
dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the
rear wheels could lock more quickly
in an emergency stop than under
normal circumstances.
qIf the charging system warning
indication/warning light is indicated
If the warning light/indication illuminates
while driving, it indicates a malfunction
of the alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off
the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated because the engine could
stop unexpectedly.
qIf the engine oil warning indication/
warning light is indicated
Type A/Type B
This warning light/warning indication
indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil
pressure is low. Otherwise, it could
result in extensive engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning
indication is displayed while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-22).
If it's low, add the appropriate amount
of engine oil while being careful not to
overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level
is low. Otherwise, it could result in
extensive engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning
light/warning indication.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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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 systems; the Mazda warranty doesn't cover this. Before you
install any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine parts or
accessories:
Installation of non-genuine parts or accessories is dangerous. Improperly designed
parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle's performance or safety
systems. This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of
injuries in an accident.
Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as
mobile telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems:
Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment or choosing an
improper installer is dangerous. Essential systems could be damaged, causing engine
stalling, air-bag (SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in the vehicle.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Warranty
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Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to
tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle
damage.
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design rating capability. Properly loading your vehicle will
provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle,
familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight ratings,
from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:
WARNING
Overloaded Vehicle:
Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious
consequences in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's
suspension system can cause spring or shock absorber failure, brake failure,
handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the
distance required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail
completely, particularly on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a
combination of the size of the tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation
pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the
vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 5-116
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ................................................ 4-62
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 8-19
Advanced Key
Operational range ....................... 3-10
Advanced Keyless Entry System ........ 3-9
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-39
Antilock Brake System (ABS) .......... 4-92
Audio Control Switch
Adjusting the Volume ................ 5-57
Mute Switch ............................... 5-58
Seek Switch ................................ 5-57
Audio System
Antenna ...................................... 5-13
Audio Control Switch ................ 5-56
Audio Set (Type A) .................... 5-25
Audio Set (Type B) .................... 5-35
AUX/USB/iPod mode ................ 5-60
Commander switch operation .... 5-58
Operating Tips for Audio
System ........................................ 5-13
Satellite Radio ............................ 5-44
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips ................................ 4-56
Shift-lock override ..................... 4-51
Shift-lock system ....................... 4-51
Transaxle ranges ........................ 4-50
B
Battery ............................................... 6-30
Maintenance ............................... 6-31
Replacement ............................... 6-31
Specifications ............................... 9-4
Battery runs out ................................. 7-20
Jump-Starting ............................. 7-20
B
Beep Sounds
Air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system warning .......................... 7-39
Blind spot monitoring
(BSM) system warning .............. 7-41
i-ELOOP ..................................... 7-40
Ignition not switched off
(STOP) warning ......................... 7-39
Key left-in-trunk compartment
warning ...................................... 7-40
Key left-in-vehicle warning ....... 7-40
Key removed from vehicle
warning ...................................... 7-40
Lane departure warning system
(LDWS) warning ....................... 7-41
Lights-on reminder ..................... 7-38
Request switch inoperable
warning ...................................... 7-40
Seat belt warning ........................ 7-39
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 7-40
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System ................................ 4-121
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) ...................................... 4-123
BSM OFF switch ..................... 4-129
BSM warning light ................... 4-128
Care of radar sensors ................ 4-129
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) system ........................ 4-125
Bluetooth® ....................................... 5-79
Bluetooth® Audio .................... 5-104
Bluetooth® Hands-Free ............. 5-85
Troubleshooting ....................... 5-108
Body Lubrication .............................. 6-26
Bottle Holder ................................... 5-118
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T
Tiedown
Hook .......................................... 7-27
Tire Information ................................ 8-25
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .... 4-117
Tires .................................................. 6-34
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Replacing a Tire ......................... 6-36
Replacing a Wheel ..................... 6-37
Snow tires .................................. 3-48
Specifications ............................... 9-7
Temporary Spare Tire ................. 6-37
Tire chains .................................. 3-48
Tire Inflation Pressure ................ 6-35
Tire Rotation .............................. 6-35
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 8-23
Towing
Recreational towing ................... 3-51
Trailer Towing ............................ 3-51
Towing Description ........................... 7-26
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 4-93
Transmitter .......................................... 3-4
Trip Computer ................................... 4-18
Trip Meter ......................................... 4-11
Trouble
Battery runs out .......................... 7-20
Emergency Starting .................... 7-23
Emergency Towing .................... 7-26
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Overheating ................................ 7-24
Parking in an Emergency ............. 7-2
Warning/indicator lights and warning
sounds ........................................ 7-29
When trunk lid cannot be
opened ........................................ 7-42
T
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-19
Inside trunk release lever ............ 3-22
When trunk lid cannot be
opened ........................................ 7-42
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 4-67
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................. 5-112
Vehicle Information Labels ................. 9-2
W
Warning Lights
ABS ............................................ 4-30
Air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 4-35
Automatic transaxle ................... 4-34
Brake system .............................. 4-30
Charging system ......................... 4-31
Check engine .............................. 4-32
Check fuel cap ........................... 4-36
Door-ajar .................................... 4-37
Engine oil ................................... 4-31
HBC ........................................... 4-42
High engine coolant
temperature ................................ 4-33
KEY ............................................ 4-40
LDWS ........................................ 4-33
Low fuel ..................................... 4-36
Low washer fluid level ............... 4-38
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) ..................................... 4-45
Seat belt ...................................... 4-36
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 4-38
Warning/Buzzer ................................ 7-29
Warranty ............................................ 8-16
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