2016 MAZDA MODEL 6 steering

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qIf the automatic transaxle
warning indication/warning light
is indicated
í
The light/indication illuminates when the
transaxle has a problem.
CAUTION
If the automatic transaxle warning
light/warning indication illuminates,
the transaxle has an electrical
problem. Continuing to drive your
Mazda in this condition could cause
damage to your transaxle. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
qIf the power steering malfunction
warning indication/indicator light
is indicated
The power steering malfunction indicator
light illuminates if there is a malfunction
with the power steering while the engine
is running.
If the indicator light illuminates, park the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and
stop the engine.
If the indicator light does not turn off even
if the engine is restarted afterwards,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lIf the indicator light illuminates, the power
steering will not operate normally. If this
happens, the steering wheel can still be
operated, however, the operation may feel
heavy compared to normal, and the
steering wheel could vibrate when turning.
lRepeatedly jerking the steering wheel left
and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the
power steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel
heavy, but this does not indicate a problem.
If this occurs, park the vehicle safely and
wait several minutes for the system to
return to normal.
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If Trouble Arises
íSome models.
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qMazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) System Warningsí
The Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system warnings notify the
driver of system malfunctions and
cautions on use when required.
Check based on the beep sound.
Cautions What to check
The beep sounds 1 time
while the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC)
is operatingThe vehicle speed is
slower than 25 km/h
(16 mph) and the Mazda
Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) system has been
canceled.
The beep continues to
sound while the vehicle
is being driven.The distance between
your vehicle and the
vehicle ahead is too
close. Verify the safety of
the surrounding area and
reduce vehicle speed.
When the Mazda Radar
Cruise Control (MRCC)
is operating, the beep
sounds and the Mazda
Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) warning light
(amber) in the instrument
cluster turns on.A malfunction in the
system may be indicated.
Have your vehicle
inspected at an
Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
qCollision warningí
If there is the possibility of a collision
with a vehicle ahead, the beep sounds
continuously and a warning is indicated in
the display.
qPower Steering Warning Buzzer
If the power steering system has a
malfunction, the power steering
malfunction light turns on or flashes and
the buzzer operates at the same time.
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on page
4-22.
qElectric Parking Brake Warning
Beep
The warning buzzer is activated under the
following conditions:
lThe vehicle is driven with the electric
parking brake applied.
lThe electric parking brake switch is
pulled while the vehicle is driven.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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qReplacing a Tire
WARNING
Always use tires that are in good condition:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could
result in an accident.
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.
New treadTread wear indicator
Worn tread
You should replace the tire before the band crosses the entire tread.
NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires
generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high
loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. You should replace the spare tire when you
replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire. The period in which the tire was
manufactured (both week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-25.
qSafety Practices
The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivate
good driving habits for your own benefit.
lObserve posted speed limits and drive at speeds that are safe for the existing weather
conditions
lAvoid fast starts, stops and turnslAvoid potholes and objects on the roadlDo not run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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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 ............................ 5-130
Active driving display ....................... 4-20
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ................................................ 4-94
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 8-19
Advanced Key
Operational range ....................... 3-10
Advanced Keyless Entry System ........ 3-9
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-41
Antilock Brake System (ABS) .......... 4-80
Audio Control Switch
Adjusting the Volume ................ 5-51
Seek Switch ................................ 5-51
Audio System
Antenna ...................................... 5-13
Audio Control Switch ................ 5-51
Audio Set (Type A) .................... 5-21
Audio Set (Type B) .................... 5-32
AUX/USB/iPod mode ................ 5-52
Operating Tips for Audio
System ........................................ 5-13
Satellite Radio ............................ 5-42
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips ................................ 4-56
Shift-lock override ..................... 4-51
Shift-lock system ....................... 4-51
Transaxle ranges ........................ 4-50
B
Battery ............................................... 6-36
Maintenance ............................... 6-37
Replacement ............................... 6-37
Specifications ............................... 9-4
Battery runs out ................................. 7-14
Jump-Starting ............................. 7-14
B
Beep sounds
Power steering warning buzzer ... 7-37
Beep Sounds
Air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system warning .......................... 7-34
Blind spot monitoring
(BSM) system warning .............. 7-36
Electric parking brake warning ... 7-37
i-ELOOP ..................................... 7-36
Ignition not switched off
(STOP) warning ......................... 7-35
Key left-in-trunk compartment
warning ...................................... 7-36
Key left-in-vehicle warning ....... 7-36
Key removed from vehicle
warning ...................................... 7-35
Lane departure warning ............. 7-36
Lights-on reminder ..................... 7-33
Request switch inoperable
warning ...................................... 7-35
Seat belt warning ........................ 7-34
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 7-36
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System ................................ 4-104
Bluetooth® ....................................... 5-69
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A) .... 5-108
Bluetooth® Audio (Type B) ..... 5-110
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
(Type A) ..................................... 5-91
Bluetooth® Hands-Free
(Type B) ..................................... 5-98
Troubleshooting ....................... 5-124
Body Lubrication .............................. 6-32
Bottle Holder ................................... 5-132
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I
i-ACTIVSENSE ............................... 4-92
Active safety technology ............ 4-92
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ......................................... 4-94
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) system .......................... 4-104
Camera and snsors ..................... 4-93
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) ..................................... 4-109
Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC) ........................................ 4-135
High Beam Control System
(HBC) ........................................ 4-95
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) ..................................... 4-98
Laser sensor (front) .................. 4-141
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) ................................... 4-117
Pre-crash safety technology ........ 4-92
Radar sensor (front) ................. 4-138
Radar sensors (rear) ................. 4-143
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA) .................................... 4-112
Smart Brake Support (SBS) ..... 4-132
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) ..................................... 4-127
i-ELOOP ........................................... 4-84
Display ....................................... 4-84
i-ELOOP Warning Beep ............ 7-36
Ignition
Switch .......................................... 4-2
Illuminated Entry System ............... 5-129
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-39
I
Indicator Lights
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) OFF ................................ 4-45
Brake pedal operation ................ 4-31
Cruise ......................................... 4-45
DSC OFF .................................... 4-42
HBC ........................................... 4-41
Headlight high-beam .................. 4-44
i-ELOOP ..................................... 4-43
KEY ............................................ 4-39
LDWS ........................................ 4-33
LDWS OFF ................................ 4-33
Low engine coolant
temperature ................................ 4-43
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) ..................................... 4-45
Power steering malfunction ........ 4-34
Security ...................................... 4-44
Select mode ................................ 4-44
Shift position .............................. 4-43
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) ....................................... 4-43
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) OFF ............................... 4-42
TCS/DSC ................................... 4-42
Turn signal/hazard warning ........ 4-44
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-22
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level ................................................. 6-31
Inspecting Coolant Level .................. 6-29
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ............. 6-28
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level ......... 6-31
Instrument Cluster ............................. 4-10
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O
Owner Maintenance
Closing the Hood ....................... 6-25
Engine Compartment
Overview .................................... 6-26
Key Battery Replacement .......... 6-38
Opening the Hood ...................... 6-24
Owner Maintenance
Precautions ................................. 6-22
P
Parking Brake ................................... 4-75
Personalization Features ..................... 9-9
Power Steering .................................. 4-91
Power Windows ................................ 3-33
R
Radar Sensor (Front) ....................... 4-138
Radar Sensors (Rear) ...................... 4-143
Rear Coat Hooks ............................. 5-134
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) .... 4-112
Rear Door Child Safety Locks .......... 3-19
Rear Seat ........................................... 2-10
Rear View Monitor ......................... 4-153
Rear window
Rear Window Defogger ............. 4-68
Rearview Mirror ................................ 3-31
Recommended Oil ............................ 6-27
Recording of Vehicle Data ................ 8-22
Recreational Towing ......................... 3-49
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................. 8-18
R
Replacement
Fuse ............................................ 6-56
Key battery ................................. 6-38
Light Bulbs ................................ 6-46
Tires ........................................... 6-42
Wheel ......................................... 6-43
Wiper .......................................... 6-33
Rocking the Vehicle .......................... 3-45
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 8-14
Satellite Radio ................................... 5-42
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ..................................... 3-43
Scheduled Maintenance ...................... 6-4
Seat
Seat Position Memory
(Driver's seat) ............................... 2-8
Seat Belt System
3-point type ................................ 2-18
Automatic locking ...................... 2-17
Emergency locking .................... 2-17
Extender ..................................... 2-21
Pregnant women ........................ 2-17
Seats
Front seat ...................................... 2-5
Head restraint ............................. 2-12
Rear seat ..................................... 2-10
Seat warmer .................................. 2-7
Security System
Immobilizer system .................... 3-39
Theft-deterrent system ............... 3-41
Service Publications .......................... 8-54
Smart Brake Support (SBS) ............ 4-132
Collision warning ..................... 4-134
Stoping the Smart Brake Support
(SBS) system operation ............ 4-134
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Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) ............................................ 4-127
Stopping the Smart City Brake
Support
(SCBS) system operation ......... 4-131
Spare Tire ............................................ 7-5
Specifications ...................................... 9-4
Speedometer ...................................... 4-11
SRS Air Bags
Front passenger occupant
classification system .................. 2-57
How the SRS air bags work ....... 2-50
Limitations to SRS air bag ......... 2-55
Monitoring ................................. 2-62
SRS air bag deployment
criteria ........................................ 2-54
Supplemental restraint system
components ................................ 2-48
Starting the Engine .............................. 4-3
Steering Wheel .................................. 3-29
Horn ........................................... 4-69
Storage Compartments .................... 5-133
Center console .......................... 5-134
Glove compartment .................. 5-134
Overhead console ..................... 5-133
Rear coat hooks ........................ 5-134
Storage pocket .......................... 5-133
Storage Pocket ................................ 5-133
Sunshade ........................................... 3-38
Sunvisors ........................................ 5-127
T
Tachometer ........................................ 4-12
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-41
Tiedown
Hook .......................................... 7-21
Tire Information ................................ 8-25
T
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .... 4-149
Tires .................................................. 6-40
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Replacing a Tire ......................... 6-42
Replacing a Wheel ..................... 6-43
Snow tires .................................. 3-46
Specifications ............................... 9-7
Temporary Spare Tire ................. 6-43
Tire chains .................................. 3-46
Tire Inflation Pressure ................ 6-41
Tire Rotation .............................. 6-41
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 8-23
Towing
Recreational towing ................... 3-49
Trailer Towing ............................ 3-49
Towing Description ........................... 7-20
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 4-81
Transmitter .......................................... 3-5
Trip Computer ................................... 4-16
Trouble
Battery runs out .......................... 7-14
Emergency Starting .................... 7-17
Emergency Towing .................... 7-20
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Overheating ................................ 7-18
Parking in an Emergency ............. 7-2
Warning/indicator lights and warning
sounds ........................................ 7-23
When trunk lid cannot be
opened ........................................ 7-38
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-19
Inside trunk release lever ............ 3-22
When trunk lid cannot be
opened ........................................ 7-38
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 4-63
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