2017 MAZDA MODEL 6 ignition

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Key
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.
If the START/STOP ENGINE button indicator light flashes AMBER, this
could indicate a problem with the engine starting system. You may not
be able 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.
NOTE: The engine may not start if the key cannot be detected. The Key
Indicator Light may flash RED or “Key not detected” may be displayed if the key
is placed in the cup holder.
Starting the Engine
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.
NOTE: You can drive the vehicle during AWS activation, no need to wait.
While Carrying the Key…
• Start the engine by pushing the START/STOP
EN
GINE button while pushing the clutch pedal
(M/ T) or the brake pedal (A / T).
•
Wha

t you will notice? On start-up, the engine
speed and sound are higher (1500 RPM) for less
than one 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.
•
What

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).
•
Shu

t the engine OFF by making sure the vehicle is in Park (A / T) and
setting the parking brake, then push the START/STOP ENGINE button.
•
Act

ivate Accessories (ACC ) by pushing the START/STOP ENGINE
button once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.
•
Tur

n the ignition to the ON position by pushing the START/STOP
ENGINE button twice without pushing the clutch or brake pedal.START/STOP
Indicator Light
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ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
The electric parking brake equipment applies the parking brake using an
electric motor.
Applying the electric parking brake:
The electric parking brake can be applied regardless of the ignition
switch position.
1 Dep

ress the brake pedal.
2 Pul

l the electric parking brake switch UP to apply the brake.
Releasing the electric parking brake:
The electric parking brake can be released while the ignition is switched ON
or while the engine is running.
1 Dep

ress the brake pedal.
2 Pus

h the electric parking brake switch DOWN to release the brake.
Electric parking brake automatic release:
The parking brake is released automatically when the accelerator pedal
is depressed and all of the following conditions
are met:
•
The

engine is running.
•
The d

river’s door is closed.
•
The d

river’s seat belt is fastened.
•
Sel

ector lever is in the D, M or R position.
Indicator Light
FUEL ECONOMY:
To achieve the
best fuel economy, visit
www.fueleconomy.gov
for more information.
Electric Parking Brake

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
For your safety, the Mazda6 is equipped with TPMS that detects low
tire pressure in one or more tires. If the tire pressure starts getting
low in one or more tires, the system alerts the driver by turning on a
light in the instrument cluster (pp. 35-36) and sounding an alarm.
What to do? Don’t ignore the TPMS warning light. Stop and check your
tire pressure (when tires are cold) and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Properly inflated tires are safer, last longer, and increase fuel economy.
In the following cases, the TPMS must be “initialized” so the system can
operate normally.
• The tire pressure is adjusted (up or down) in one or more tires.
•
A tir
e rotation is performed.
•
Any t

ire or wheel is replaced.
•
The v

ehicle’s battery is disconnected, replaced or completely dead.
Initialization Process (TPMS Warning Light is Illuminated)
1 Park the vehicle in a safe place and firmly apply the parking brake.
2 Let t
he tires cool, then adjust the tire pressure to the specified
pressure (see tire label located on the driver’s
side door opening) on all four (4) tires.
3 Swi

tch the ignition ON, but leave the vehicle parked.
4 Pus

h and hold the TPMS “Set Switch”
(left side of dash) until the TPMS warning light
in the instrument cluster flashes twice and

a beep sound is heard once.
Tires
CAUTION: If the TPMS “Set Switch” is pushed without adjusting the tire
pressure, the system cannot detect the normal tire pressure. The TPMS
warning light may not turn on, even if the tire pressure is low, or it may turn on
if the tire pressure is normal.
NOTE: Drastic changes in temperature or altitude can affect the pressure in the
tires, causing the TPMS warning light to turn on. Verify the tire pressures when
driving through extreme temperature or altitude changes.
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REAR SEAT WARMERS (if equipped)
Rear seat warmers operate with the ignition in the ON position.
To turn seat warmers on,
push the switch to select your desired
level of warmth between Low, Mid
and High.
To turn seat warmers off,
continually push the switch until no
lights are illuminated.
Heated Steering Wheel (if equipped)
The grips on the left and right of the
steering wheel can be warmed.
To turn heated steering wheel on,
push the switch and the light
will illuminate.
To turn heated steering wheel off,
push the switch and the light
will turn off.
Heated Rear Seats & Steering Wheel
NOTE: • When the vehicle is off, the seat warmers automatically return to the off position.
• The seat warmers automatically turn off when they have been operating

continuously for 90 minutes.
•
To turn the seat warmers back on, push the switch until desir

ed heat level is selected.
WARNING: Place seat warmers in the OFF position before folding down the rear seat(s).

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NOTE: • For best results, say the full address without pausing between words.• Voice guidance can be skipped by pushing the TALK button.• When prompt voice guidance is muted, you will need to go into navigation settings
to turn the volume back on for the NAVI button to repeat the last instructions.
1 Turn the vehicle ignition OFF.
2 Loc
ate the SD card slot inside the center console.
• Rem

ove card: Open the cover and push the
card once, then pull it out.
• Ins

ert card: Push the card in (label-side up),
then close the cover.
To remove or insert the MAP SD card (to update the map database):
NOTE: Select
Places Nearby for POIs (points of
interest) around the selected location, or select Add to
Favorites to register the selected location to Favorites.NOTE: The route can
be edited by selecting
other options.
7 If Go is selected or if no operation is performed for 10 seconds, the
route guidance is started. The set route can be checked by selecting MAP .
Planning A Route Using Voice Commands
You can navigate to any of the following places using your voice:
• An

address, including home
• Favo

rites
• Cit

ies and towns
• POI (

Point of Interest) categories •

POI

s for name brands of, for
example, restaurants, gas stations,
car rental and gyms
•
A rec

ent destination
NOTE: POI searches for points of interest near your present location.
To plan a route to an address using your voice, do the following:
1 Pus
h the TA L K button on the steering wheel.
2 Whe

n you hear the tone, you can say, for example “Address”.
3 Whe

n on an address screen, say the full address (without zip code) for
your destination, for example “123 Main St., Los Angeles, California”.
The system does not recognize zip codes.
4 Say “

Yes” if the address is correct. If shown a list of addresses, say the
list number for the correct address or say “none of these”.
SD Card
• Visit www .mazdausa.com/navigation and download the most recent map
available for your device for free for three years from vehicle delivery.
•
For issues with the navigation system, visit
www.mazdausa.com/mazdaconnect

or call 800-430-0153.
•
Onl

y use your MAP SD card for operating and updating your navigation
system. Do not insert the MAP SD card into another vehicle or into any
other device such as a camera.
•
Do no

t put other SD cards in this slot.
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Blind Spot Monitoring System
NOTE: Do not rely completely on the BSM system and be sure to look over
your shoulder before changing lanes:
•
The B

SM system can assist the driver in confirming the safety of the surroundings,
but is not a complete substitute.
•
The dr

iver is responsible for ensuring safe lane changes and other maneuvers.
•
Alw

ays pay attention to the direction in which the vehicle is traveling and the
vehicle’s surroundings.
•
The B

SM system does not operate when the vehicle speed is lower than
about 6.2 mph.
Turning BSM System Off
Turning the BSM system off will turn off both the light and sound
indicators. To manually turn the BSM system off, push the BSM
OFF switch on the dash. The BSM OFF indicator will illuminate
in the instrument cluster when the BSM system is off. The BSM
system will retain the last setting before the ignition was turned off.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) SYSTEM (if equipped)
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver
by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides.
• If your vehicle speed is about 6.2 mph or more, the BSM will
war
n you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the
BSM warning lights located on the left and right door mirrors.
•
If yo

u operate a turn signal in the direction of an illuminated BSM warning
light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning light flash.
•
BSM s

ensors are located under the left and right rear bumper areas.
The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets too
dirty, so keep the rear bumper area clean.
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details.
Your Vehicle
Detection Areas
Image is for
reference.

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NOTE: The DRL (Daytime Running Lights) automatically turn on when the ignition
is switched ON. 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
Au
to Light Control. (See MA ZDA CONNECT SET TINGS on page 10.)
Exterior Lights
LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER
: Turns tail,
pa
rking, and
dashboard
lights on.
Pull
to Flash
High Beams
Push for

High Beams
AUTO: The light
sensor automatically
determines when to turn
the headlights on or off.: Turns fog lights
on on
ly when
headlights are on.
Three-Flash Turn Signal: To signal
a lane change, push the turn signal lever
up or down halfway and release. The turn
signal indicator will flash three times.
: Turns tail, parking, dashboard, and
hea dlights on.

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Exterior Lights
: Turns fog lights
on only when
headlights are on.
Wipers
CAUTION: If the ignition is ON, turn the AUTO wipers OFF when going
through a car wash or while cleaning or touching the windshield.
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER
AUTO: The rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall and turns the wipers on
or off. Rotating the inner ring clockwise (away from you) creates greater wiper
sensitivity and makes the wipers move faster. The “+” position increases wiper
speed. Rotating the inner ring counterclockwise (toward you) makes the wipers
move slower. The “-” position decreases wiper speed.
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.
Pull lever
to dispense
windshield
washer fluid
1
2
3HI LO
AUTO
OFF
MIST
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