2017 MAZDA MODEL 6 engine coolant

4–33
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal WarningPage
Brake System Warning Light*1*27-22
ABS Warning Light*1
Electronic
Brake Force Distribution
System Warning 7-22,
ABS warning 7-25
Charging System Warning Light*17-22
Engine Oil Warning Light*17-22
(Red)
*High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Indication/
Warning Light*17-22
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Malfunction
Indicator Light*17-22
Master Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
Electric Parking Brake Warning Light 7-25
Check Engine Light*17-25
Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning
Light*17-25
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing
7-25,
Illuminate 7-29
(Amber)
*KEY Warning Indication 7-25
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
Indication/Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
SignalIndicator Page
Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light*12-56
(White/Green)KEY Indication/Indicator Light
4-5
Security Indicator Light*13-41
Wrench Indication/Indicator Light*14-38
(Blue)
*Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light4-38
Shift Position Indication 4-45
Lights-On Indication/Indicator Light4-53
Headlight High-Beam Indicator LightHeadlight High-
Low Beam 4-56,
Flashing the Headlights 4-56
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Turn and Lane-
Change Signals 4-59,
Hazard Warning Flasher4-65
Brake Pedal Operation demand Indicator Light 4-71
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
*Some models.
SignalIndicator Page
*Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF Indicator Light*14-99
(Green)*i-ELOOP Indication Light 4-82
(White)
*Cruise Main Indication4-156
(Green)
*Cruise Set Indication4-156
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation che\
ck, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains tur\
ned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Wrench Indicator Light*
When the ignition is switched ON, the
wrench indicator light turns on and then
turns off after a few seconds.
The wrench indicator light turns on under
the following conditions:
 When the preset maintenance period has
arrived.
 When its time to replace the engine oil.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-18.
Low Engine Coolant Temperature
Indicator Light (Blue)*
The light illuminates continuously when
the engine coolant temperature is low and
turns off after the engine is warm.
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Interior Features
Climate Control System
Cooling (With air conditioner)
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
cold position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner by pressing
the A/C switch.
5. After cooling begins, adjust the fan
control dial and temperature control
dial as needed to maintain maximum
comfort.
CAUTION
If the air conditioner is used while
driving up long hills or in heavy
traffic, monitor the engine coolant
temperature warning light to see if it is
illuminated or flashing (page 4-32).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the warning light is
illuminated or flashing, turn the air-
conditioning off (page 7-17).
NOTE
 When maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control dial to the
extreme cold position and set the air
intake selector to the recirculated air
position, then turn the fan control dial
fully clockwise.
 If warmer air is desired at floor level,
set the mode selector dial at the

position and adjust the temperature
control dial to maintain maximum
comfort.
 The air to the floor is warmer than air
to the face (except when the temperature
control dial is set at the extreme hot or
cold position).
Ventilation
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the outside
air position (indicator light turns off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
4. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn
on the air conditioner.
WARNING
Do not defog the windshield using the
position with the temperature
control set to the cold position: Using the
position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position is dangerous as it will cause
the outside of the windshield to fog up.
Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident. Set
the temperature control to the hot or
warm position when using the

position.
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information ........................................................................\
6-2
Introduction ........................................................................\
........... 6-2
Scheduled Maintenance ..................................................................... 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico) ........ 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) ..............................................6-11
Maintenance Monitor .................................................................. 6-18
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
. 6-20
Owner Maintenance Precautions ................................................ 6-20
Hood ........................................................................\
.................... 6-23
Engine Compartment Overview ................................................. 6-25
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
........... 6-26
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
.... 6-29
Brake/Clutch Fluid ...................................................................... 6-31
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
....... 6-31
Body Lubrication ........................................................................\
6-32
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
....... 6-33
Battery ........................................................................\
................. 6-35
Key Battery Replacement ........................................................... 6-38
Tires ........................................................................\
..................... 6-40
Light Bulbs ........................................................................\
.......... 6-45
Fuses ........................................................................\
................... 6-57
Appearance Care ........................................................................\
...... 6-64
Exterior Care ........................................................................\
....... 6-64
Interior Care ........................................................................\
........ 6-70
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 1
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents ‑ Engine oil flexible maintenance interval
Use when the maintenance monitor for “Oil Change” is set to “Flexible”. For details,
see maintenance monitor. (page 6-18)
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months 1224364860728496
×1000 km 1224364860728496
×1000 miles 7.51522.5 3037.5 4552.5 60
ENGINE
Drive belts II
Engine oil & filter
*1Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval: 12 months or 12,000 km (7,500 miles))
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant
*2Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter Replace when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil.
(Max interval: 36 months or 60,000 km (37,500 miles))
Fuel lines and hoses
*3I III
Hoses and tubes for emission
*3I I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections IIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIII
Tire (Rotation)
*4Rotate when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil. (Max interval: 12,000 km (7,500 miles))
Steering operation and linkages IIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I
III
Driveshaft dust boots IIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTTT
Exhaust system and heat shields I
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)
*5Inspect annually.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air filter Replace when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil.
(Max interval: 24 months or 48,000 km (30,000 miles))
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
T: Tighten
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Remarks:
*1 The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year or within 12,000 km (7,500 miles) since last
engine oil and filter change. The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the
message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine \
coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*3 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perfor\
m maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliabi\
lity.
*4 The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) initialization must be performed\
so that the system operates
normally (if equipped).
*5 Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 2
U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents - Severe driving conditions maintenance interval
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months 612 18243036424854606672
×1000 km 816 24324048566472808896
×1000 miles 510 15202530354045505560
ENGINE
Drive belts II
Engine oil & filter Flexible
*1Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval: 12
months or 12,000 km (7,500 miles))
Fixed RRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant
*2Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter
*3Replace when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil. (Max interval: 36 months or 60,000 km (37,500 miles))
Fuel lines and hoses
*4I II
Hoses and tubes for emission
*4I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Brake and clutch fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIII
Tire (Rotation)
*5Rotate when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil. (Max interval: 8,000 km (5,000 miles))
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*5I IIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages III
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I
II
Driveshaft dust boots III
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.
All locks and hinges LLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
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