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STARTING THE ENGINE WITH
ACCELERATED WARM-UP SYSTEM (AWS)
The Mazda6 is equipped with SKYACTIV combustion technology. This
technology includes AWS (Accelerated Warm-up System) for optimal
emission performance during cold starting conditions.
While Carrying the Key…
• Start the engine by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE button while
p ushing the clutch pedal (M/ T) or the brake pedal (A / T).
Wh
at you will notice? On start-up, the engine speed and sound are
higher (1500 RPM) for less than 1 minute to quickly bring the catalyst
to efficient operating temperature. The RPM will reduce to idle once the
temperature is achieved. This is normal engine operation under cold
start conditions.
Wh
at this does? This heats up the catalytic converter faster to reduce
emissions and allows Mazda to use an exhaust header on the engine (to
improve efficiency and horsepower).
NOT
E:
Yo u can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
Key
• Shut the engine OFF by setting the parking brake/placing the
v
ehicle in Park (A / T), then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.
•
Ac
tivate Accessories (ACC) by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
•
Tu
rn the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
The key indicator light
in the instrument cluster will show GREEN
(engine ready to start) when the key is detected and the clutch pedal (M/ T)
or the brake pedal (A / T) is pushed. If the KEY warning light illuminates
RED , or the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER ,
this could indicate a problem with the engine starting system and the
inability to start the engine or switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
N
OTE:
RED Key Indicator Light may flash if the key is placed in the cup holder.
The key may not be detected in the cup holder .
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FUEL ECONOMY:
To achieve the best fuel economy,
visit www.fueleconomy.gov for
more information.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
No special break-in is necessary,
but a few precautions in the first
600 miles should be observed.
•
Do n
ot race the engine.
•
Do n
ot maintain one constant
speed, either slow or fast,
for a long period of time.
•
Av
oid full-throttle starts.
•
Av
oid unnecessary hard stops.
•
Do n
ot drive constantly at
full-throttle or high engine rpm
for extended periods of time.
Emergency Engine Stop
Pushing and holding the
START/STOP ENGINE button or
repeatedly pushing the button while
the engine is running will turn the
engine OFF. Use only in case of
an emergency.
Emergency Vehicle Entry
If the key cannot be used due to
a malfunction or dead key battery,
use the auxiliary key to lock or
unlock the doors.
Emergency Engine Start
If the engine cannot be started
due to a dead key battery:
1 Push the brake pedal (A / T)
o r the clutch pedal (M/ T).
2
Wh
ile the indicator light flashes
GREEN , touch the START/STOP
ENGINE button using the back
side of the transmitter
(as shown).
3 A
fter the GREEN indicator light
illuminates constantly, push the
START/STOP ENGINE button with
your finger to start the engine.
Auxiliary Key Release
Auxiliary Key
Key (Rear)
START/STOP ENGINE Button
Indicator Light
Transmitter
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