2017 MAZDA MODEL 6 battery

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Interior Features
Bluetooth®
SymptomCauseSolution method
Names in the phonebook are not
easily recognized The Bluetooth
® system is under a
condition in which recognition is
difficult. By carrying out the following
measures, the rate of recognition
will improve. Clear memory from the phonebook
which is not used very often.
 Avoid shortened names, use full
names. (Recognition improves the
longer the name is. By not using
names such as “Mom”, “Dad”,
recognition will improve.)
When operating the audio, a song
name is not recognized Song names cannot be recognized
by voice.
—
You want to skip guidance —Guidance can be skipped by quickly
pressing and releasing the Talk
button.
Regarding problems with calls
Symptom
CauseSolution method
When starting a call, vehicle noise
from the other party can be heard For about three seconds after
starting a call, the Bluetooth
®
unit's Noise Suppression function
requires time to adapt to the call
environment. This does not indicate a problem
with the device.
The other party cannot be heard or
the speaker's voice is quiet The volume is set at zero or low.
Increase the volume.
Other problems
Symptom CauseSolution method
The indication for the remaining
battery is different between the
vehicle and the device The indication method is different
between the vehicle and the device.
—
When a call is made from the
vehicle, the telephone number is
updated in the incoming/outgoing
call record but the name does not
appear The number has not been registered
into the phonebook.If the number has been registered
into the phonebook, the incoming/
outgoing call record is updated by
the name in the phonebook when the
engine is restarted.
The cell phone does not synchronize
with the vehicle regarding the
incoming/outgoing call record Some types of cell phones do not
synchronize automatically.
Operate the cell phone for
synchronization.
It takes a long time to complete the
function for changing the language A maximum of 60 seconds is
required.
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
*Some models.
Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front or swing it to the side.
Sunvisor
Side Extension Sunvisors*
The visor extender extends the sunvisor's
range of sun shading.
To use, pull it out.
CAUTION
When moving the sunvisor, retract the
visor extender to its original position.
Otherwise, the visor extender could hit
the rearview mirror.
Vanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
If your vehicle is equipped with a vanity
mirror light, it will illuminate when you
open the cover.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, the vanity mirror will only
illuminate in the tilt range shown in the
figure.
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
Interior Lights
NOTE
Do not leave the lights on for long periods
while the engine is turned off. Otherwise
the battery power could be depleted.
Overhead Lights
Switch
Position Overhead Lights
Light off
Light is on when any door is open Light is on or off when the
illuminated entry system is on
Light on
NOTE
The rear map lights also turn on and
off when the overhead light switch is
operated.
Front Map Lights
When the overhead light switch is in the
door or off position, press the lens to
illuminate the front map lights, and then
press the lens again to turn them off.
NOTE
The front map lights will not turn off
even if the lens is pressed in the following
cases:

The overhead light switch is in the ON
position.
 The overhead light switch is in the door
position with the door open.
 The illuminated entry system is on.
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Interior Equipment
Rear Map Lights
When the overhead light switch is in the
door or off position, press the lens to
illuminate a rear map light, and then press
the lens again to turn it off.
NOTE
 Once the rear map lights have been
turned off, they will turn on and off
depending on the position to which the
overhead light is switched.
 The rear map lights will not turn
off even if the lens is pressed in the
following cases:
 The overhead light switch is ON. The overhead light switch is in the
door position with the door open.
 The illuminated entry system is on.
Trunk Light
The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it's closed.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the trunk open
for a long period when the engine is not
running.
Courtesy Lights
Turns on when any door is open or the
illuminated entry system is on.
Courtesy light
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
*Some models.
Ambient Light*
An ambient light continuously turn on
when the ignition is switched ON.
An ambient light dim when the parking
lights or headlights are turned on.
Ambient light
NOTE
 An ambient light turn on or off in
conjunction with the illuminated entry
system when the ignition is switched
OFF.
 The ambient light illumination level can
be changed while the parking lights or
headlights are turned on.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-10.
Illuminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system
operates, the overhead lights, the courtesy
lights, and an ambient light
* turn on in the
following conditions:
 The driver's door is unlocked after the
ignition is switched OFF.
 The ignition is switched OFF with all
doors closed.
NOTE
 (Overhead lights)
The illuminated entry system operates
when the overhead light switch is in the
DOOR position.
 The illumination time differs depending
on the operation.
 Battery saver
If an interior light is left on with the
ignition switched OFF, the light is
turned off automatically after about 30
minutes to prevent battery depletion.
 The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-10.
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
Accessory Sockets
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Front
The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON.
Center
The accessory sockets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is on or
off.
CAUTION
 To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into
the accessory socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Do not insert the cigarette lighter into
the accessory socket.
 Noise may occur on the audio playback
depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket.
 Depending on the device connected
to the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected,
which could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem
is resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the
problem is not resolved, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
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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
Essential Information
NOTE
If you elect to perform maintenance yourself or have your vehicle servic\
ed at a location
other than an Authorized Mazda Dealer, Mazda requires that all fluids, parts and materials
must meet Mazda standards for durability and performance as described in this manual.
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as oppos\
ed to defective
materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored.
Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may
perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.
Selecting “Maintenance Monitor” enables the system to notify you of your vehicle's
approaching inspection/servicing period (page 6-18).
The malfunction diagnosis connector is designed exclusively for connecti\
ng the specially
designed device to perform on-board diagnosis.
Do not connect any devices other than the specially designed malfunction\
diagnosis devices
for servicing. If any device other than the malfunction diagnosis device\
is connected, it may
affect the vehicle's electrical devices or lead to damage such as battery \
depletion.
Malfunction
diagnosis
connector
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