2016 MAZDA MODEL 6 Smart Start Guide (in English)

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Images
are for
reference.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA) (if equipped)
The RCTA is designed to alert the driver of oncoming traffic when
backing out of a parking spot. RCTA is active when your vehicle is in
reverse and your vehicle speed is 0 to 8 mph (13 km/h).
When BSM sensors detect an object moving 3 to 18 mph (5 to 30 km/h),
RCTA will notify the driver with indicators and sound:
• Rear View Monitor and outside mirror flashing indications.
• Beep sound (same as BSM).
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
Object Detected Object Detected
WARNING: RCTA is only a supplementary system to help aid when backing up ,
however R C TA has limitations. The system does not detect all vehicles, especially
a motorcycle . Do not rely solely on the R C TA . Relying solely on the R C TA may
cause an unexpected accident resulting in serious injury. Always back up slowly.
Outside Mirror Indicators Rear View Monitor
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Lights
(cont’d on pg. 27)
LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER
: Turns tail,
parking, and
dashboard
lights on.
Pull
to Flash
High Beams
AUTO (if equipped): The
light sensor automatically
determines when to turn
the headlights on or off.: Turns fog lights
on only when
headlights are on.
Push
for High
Beams
: Turns tail, parking,
dashboard, and headlights on.
Smart Turn: To signal a lane change, push the
turn signal lever up or down halfway and slightly
release. The turn signal indicator will flash three times.
(Refer to Owner’s Manual for “Personalization Features”)
NOTE: The DRL (Daytime Running Lights) automatically turn on when the vehicle
starts moving . To disable/enable this feature see your Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE: You can adjust the timing of the Auto Headlights OFF and the sensitivity of
the Auto Light Control in the vehicle personalization features.
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Wipers
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER
AUTO (if equipped): The rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall and
turns the wipers on or off. Rotate inne r ring away from you (clockwise) for
more (
) sensitivity (requires less rain to turn wipers on) and toward you
(counterclockwise) for less (
) sensitivity (requires more rain to turn wipers on).
Pull lever
to dispense
windshield
washer fluid
1
2
3HI LO
AUTO
OFF
MIST
CAUTION:
If the ignition is ON, turn the AUTO wipers OFF when going
through a car wash, or while cleaning or touching the windshield.
NOTE: Vehicles not equipped with AUTO wipers will have INT wipers. Set
the lever to INT and choose an interval timing by rotating the ring between fast
and slow.
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Headlights (cont’d from pg. 25)
Without AFS
NOTE:
• With AFS, it is normal to see the headlights move
and hear the sound of the headlight leveling
motors at the front of the vehicle when the
ignition is ON.
• The system will need to be reset if the vehicle
battery has been disconnected or the system fuse
has been replaced. Please refer to your Owner’s
Manual for easy to follow resetting instructions.
ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) (if equipped)
The adaptive front-lighting system (AFS) automatically turns the
headlight beam to the right or left in conjunction with the direction of
the steering wheel.
The AFS improves the direction of headlight illumination while cornering, and
only works when the vehicle is moving.
Push AFS OFF to turn
system off or on. When
off, AFS OFF illuminates
in the instrument panel.
COMING/LEAVING HOME LIGHT SYSTEMS
COMING HOME
When the surroundings are dark
while leaving your vehicle, visibility
at the front of the vehicle can be
assured for a certain period of time.
When the ignition is set to ACC or off, the
headlights (Low beams) turn on when
the door lever is pulled. The headlights
turn off after a certain period of time
has elapsed after the doors are closed.

LEAVING HOME
When the surroundings are dark
while approaching your vehicle,
visibility around the vehicle can be
assured for a certain period of time.
When the ignition and the headlight
switch are as indicated below, the
exterior lights will turn on when the
transmitter unlock button is pushed.
The headlights turn off after 30 seconds
have elapsed.
• Ignition: OFF
• Headlights switch:
or
With AFS
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High Beam Control
To turn HBC on:
1 Turn the
headlight
switch to the
AUTO position.
2 Push the
headlight lever
forward to the
High Beam
position.
When the HBC system is on, the HBC indicator light in the instrument
cluster will illuminate (
GREEN). The High Beam indicator light will turn on
(BLUE) when the HBC system switches to high beam and will turn off when
the HBC system switches to low beam.
HIGH BEAM CONTROL (HBC) (if equipped)
With HBC, the headlights are switched to high beams at speeds above
18 mph (30 km/h) when there are no vehicles in front of your vehicle or
approaching in the opposite direction.
The HBC system switches to low beam when:
• You are approaching a vehicle or a vehicle is approaching in
the opposite direction.
• Driving on roads lined with street lights or well-lit cities and towns.
• At speeds lower than 12 mph (20 km/h).
AUTO
FORWARD
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Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect)
AUDIO OPERATION
The following icons are displayed on the screen:

SOURCES
: Displays Audio menu
to change audio source (FM / AM
/ XM / Aha / Pandora / Stitcher /
Bluetooth / USB / CD / AUX).

AUTO MEMORY:
Displays a
list of 10 strongest radio stations.
Because station strength
changes as you drive, select
Update Station List icon to
re-scan for strong stations.

FAVORITES:
Displays list of
your favorite AM, FM, and XM
radio stations.

HD RADIO:
Switches HD Radio
On /O f f.

SCAN:
Scans radio stations or
songs (scanning stops at each one
for 5 seconds). Select again to stop.

TUNER:
Displays manual radio tuner.

TAG :
Saves artist and title
and sends them to your Apple
device (for Apple devices
with USB use only).

SEEK PREVIOUS/NEXT:


Selects previous or next
receivable radio station or song.
Press and hold to change radio
station continually.

SETTINGS:
Adjusts the audio
quality level (bass, treble, etc.).
The following icons are displayed
on the CD screen only:

TRACK LIST
: Displays the track
list of the CD.

R E P E AT
: Repeats the current
song. Select again to stop.

SHUFFLE
: Plays the songs on
the CD in random order. Select
again to stop.

P L AY/ PAU S E
: Plays and Pauses
the CD.
Playing Bluetooth® (BT) Audio
1 Make sure BT audio device is paired to
your vehicle.
2 Turn on BT audio device.
3 Select Bluetooth from Sources.
See your Owner’s Manual for further information on:
· Pandora · Aha · Stitcher
BLUETOOTH® AUDIO
Bluetooth® enabled phones and audio players
provide an opportunity to play music through the
audio system with no wires attached.
Some phone models do not support all features.
Go to www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth or contact (800) 430-0153 for further assistance or to report
a phone /MP3 device concern.
NOTE:• New Mazda
vehicles equipped
with SiriusXM
® Satellite Radio will
receive an introductory subscription with a limited term trial offer to over 150
channels of SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Enjoy commercial-free music, plus
sports, news, entertainment, and ever y premium channel in your vehicle. Call 877-447-0011 to activate. See the
Owner’s Manual and/or dealer for details.
• In order to use Aha, Pandora and
Stitcher as audio sources, the App must be installed on your phone. These Apps
stream music using your data plan and listening to them counts towards your
monthly cellular data usage.
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Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect)
AUDIO OPERATION USING VOICE
Audio operation and media selection
can be done using voice. Push the
“TALK” button on the steering wheel, wait for a beep, then say a command in
a clear, natural voice (not too fast or too slow). Some common commands are listed below.
Play (and any of the following):
AM, FM, XM, CD, Bluetooth, Aha, Pandora, Stitcher, USB, AUX
Play or Resume / Pause or
Stop / Next or Previous
Play (and any of the following):
Song, Playlist ,
Artist , Album
, Genre , Folder
Tune to Station
Tune to Channel Number (XM)
HD RADIO
HD radio has a special
receiver which allows it to
receive digital broadcasts (where available) in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives. Digital broadcasts have better
sound quality than analog broadcasts as digital
broadcasts provide free,
crystal clear audio.
When the HD radio button is ON (red), there could be
a noticeable difference in sound quality and volume when a change from digital to analog signals occurs.
If the sound quality and
volume becomes noticeably
diminished or cuts off, select the HD button to turn OFF HD radio (not red).
GRACENOTE
The Gracenote media database is used to improve voice recognition of artist and album names with the Mazda Hands Free system. To make best use of the
voice recognition, install the most recent database.
1 Load the Gracenote update on a memory stick
from www.MazdaUSA.com/USB. Insert the
memory stick into the USB port.
2 Go to System Settings in the infotainment system.
3 Select Music Database Update.
NOTE: To use BT audio, make sure the musical
icon is displayed by going to Bluetooth in Device
settings. Some Bluetooth® audio devices need a
certain amount of time before the icon is displayed.
NOTE: Push the TALK button and say “Help” at any time to hear a list of
available commands.
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NOTE: You will need an audio cable with an 1/8 inch (3.5 mm)
mini stereo plug (available as a Genuine Mazda accessory) to
connect your portable audio player into the AUX jack.
I M P O R TA N T: • Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest level before
distortion starts, then use the vehicle’s audio system to adjust the volume.
• Unplug any device from the USB port and accessory socket before turning off
the vehicle. Leaving devices plugged in can drain the battery and cause issues
during the Bluetooth pairing process at startup. Wait about 15 seconds after
starting the vehicle before plugging anything into the USB port.
1 Locate the USB port or AUX jack.
2 Connect the device plug into the portable audio player and into the
USB port or AUX jack.
3 Turn the vehicle audio system on.
4 • Audio Controls (without Mazda Connect) : Push the MEDIA
button on the audio unit to switch to the AUX or USB mode.
• Audio Controls (with Mazda Connect) : Select AUX or USB from
the Sources menu.
5 • USB Port : Use the vehicle’s audio system or steering wheel controls
to control the connected USB device.
• AUX Jack: Use the portable audio player controls to play music.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for additional information.
PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER INTEGRATION
USING THE USB PORT OR AUX JACK
Your vehicle is equipped with a USB port and
auxiliary AUX jack, conveniently located in the
center console, that allows you to play your iPod,
USB device, or portable audio player through the
vehicle’s audio system. The center console is useful
for storing your personal media/phone devices.
Learn the system when parked and do not let it
distract you while driving.
12 VOLT ACCESSORY SOCKETS
The accessory socket in the dash is on with ignition on and the accessor\
y socket
in the center console is always on.
NOTE: When using a USB memory stick, the system plays the first audio file when
restarting the vehicle. It does not start where it left off when turning off the engine.
NOTE: When using the accessory socket in the center console, make sure to
disconnect any device from it when turning off the ignition, otherwise the vehicle’s
battery could go dead.
Audio USB and AUX Inputs
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