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Cleaning the Window Interiors

If the windows become covered with an
oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them
with glass cleaner. Follow the directions
on the container.

CAUTION

Don't scrape or scratch the inside of the
rear window. You may damage the rear
window defroster grid.

Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

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Summary of Contents for 2006 MazdaSpeed6

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Page 3: ...at the time of printing Because improvement is a constant goal at Mazda we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation Event Data Recorder Thi...

Page 4: ...f all information in your manual You ll find several WARNINGs CAUTIONs and NOTEs in the manual WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is i...

Page 5: ...adjustment of various parts 3 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda 4 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls 5 Interior Comfort Use of various f...

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Page 7: ...cle at a Glance Interior exterior views and part identification of your Mazda Dashboard and Interior Overview 1 2 Exterior Overview 1 4 1 1 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page7 Thursday July 7 2005...

Page 8: ...igation System at the end of the manual Power window lock switch page 3 38 Power window switch page 3 35 Power door lock switch page 3 27 1 2 Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview M...

Page 9: ...ge 6 45 Parking brake page 5 5 MT shift lever page 5 9 Lighter page 6 43 Ashtray page 6 44 Climate control system page 6 2 Ignition switch page 5 2 Steering column release lever page 3 55 Remote fuel...

Page 10: ...and installation position varies by vehicle Refer to Navigation System at the end of the manual 1 4 Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page10 Thursday July 7 2...

Page 11: ...ight bulbs page 8 30 Hood page 3 44 Windshield wiper blades page 8 22 Moonroof page 3 45 Child safety locks page 3 29 Fuel filler lid page 3 42 Doors and keys page 3 26 Outside mirror page 3 55 Your V...

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Page 13: ...Position 2 14 Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems 2 16 Center Rear Position Seat Belt 2 18 Seat Belt Extender 2 20 Seat Belt Warning Light Beep 2 21 Child Restraint 2 23 Child Restr...

Page 14: ...could lead to injuries Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision WARNING Securing the Seats Adjustable seats and seat...

Page 15: ...ssenger sensing system The front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bags and pretensioner which could result in serious injury Always sit upright against your seatback wit...

Page 16: ...traints Adjustment Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous With no support behind your head your neck could be seriously injured in a collision Always drive with the...

Page 17: ...ents essential to the supplemental restraint system Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any ne...

Page 18: ...at belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries For maximum protection sit well back and upright Reclining the Front Passenger Seat...

Page 19: ...he left side of the seat Rear height adjustment Raise or lower the back of the switch to adjust the rear height of the seat bottom Height adjustment Raise the seat bottom by pulling up on the center o...

Page 20: ...nt To raise a head restraint pull it up to the desired position To lower the head restraint press the stop catch release then push the head restraint down Adjust the head restraint so that the top is...

Page 21: ...e injury Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving qHead Restraint WARNING Head Restraints Adjustment Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous With no supp...

Page 22: ...eatback can be used or placed upright pull on the small fabric pull tab to lower the armrest no occupant in the center seat WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Belt Over the Armrest Positioning the shoul...

Page 23: ...someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle They could be seriously injured or even killed In the same collision occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer Always...

Page 24: ...d rings are soiled so try to keep them clean Ring qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts Ask your doctor for specific recommendations The lap...

Page 25: ...lt to the more comfortable emergency locking mode wait until the vehicle has stopped in a safe level area retract the belt fully to convert it back to emergency locking mode and then extend it around...

Page 26: ...lder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder and near your neck but never under your arm on your neck or on your upper arm 4 Make sure the shoulder belt is snugly fitted against yo...

Page 27: ...ulder To raise the shoulder belt adjuster push the adjuster up To lower the shoulder belt adjuster pull the knob and slide it down Make sure the adjuster is locked WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Por...

Page 28: ...ng pretensioner s will also deploy at the same time Use of front seat belts with the pretensioner system expended is dangerous Like the air bags the seat belt pretensioners will only function once Aft...

Page 29: ...wash it off as soon as possible qAir Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Systems Warning Light If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is normal the warning light illuminates when the ignition...

Page 30: ...fer serious injuries Always make sure that both pairs of seat belt tongues and buckles are fastened properly Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder port...

Page 31: ...re for passenger use qStowing and pulling out the Center Rear Position Seat Belt The center rear position seat belt can be stowed using the following procedure CAUTION When stowing the seat belt make...

Page 32: ...ferent vehicle or seat is dangerous The seat belt will not provide adequate protection and the user could be seriously injured in an accident Only use the extender provided for you and for the particu...

Page 33: ...p sound will not be heard qBelt Minder NOTE The belt minder can be deactivated Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder Driver s seat The belt minder is a supp...

Page 34: ...lt is fastened or the beep sound period 90 seconds has passed NOTE l To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the fron...

Page 35: ...system should NEVER be used on the front seat with the air bag system activated The front passenger s seat is also the least preferred seat for other child restraint systems To reduce the chance of i...

Page 36: ...vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous No matter how strong the person may be he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury or death to the...

Page 37: ...he front passenger seat is approximately 30 kg 66 lb or more with a child in the child restraint system l Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child restraint system l A...

Page 38: ...he side window even if the child is seated in a child restraint system One Belt One Passenger Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way can t spr...

Page 39: ...Tether Equipped Rear Seats Installation of a tether equipped child restraint system in the front passenger s seat defeats the safety design of the system and will result in an increased chance of seri...

Page 40: ...es not lock the seat down tight repeat this step NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child restraint system You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while th...

Page 41: ...Rear Seat Child Restraint System Installation 1 Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked 2 Secure the child restraint system with the seat belt according...

Page 42: ...If installing the child restraint system on the front seat is unavoidable follow these instructions when using a front facing child restraint system in the front passenger s seat NOTE l To check if y...

Page 43: ...e side window the area of the front passenger seat front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy even if a child restraint system is...

Page 44: ...evious step and also this one NOTE l Inspect this function before each use of the child restraint system You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in th...

Page 45: ...d seat belt pretensioner are ready for deployment If an accident were to deploy an air bag a child sitting in the front passenger seat could be seriously injured or killed If the indicator light does...

Page 46: ...seat belts instead and the tether if tether equipped Unsecured Child Restraint System An unsecured child restraint system is dangerous In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious inj...

Page 47: ...straint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors following the child restraint system manufacturer s instruction 3 If your child restraint system came equipped with a tether that probably means it is ver...

Page 48: ...H lower anchors for child restraint system installation at other seating positions Child restraint systems with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed on the center seating position Some LATCH eq...

Page 49: ...ns it is very important to properly secure the tether for child safety please carefully follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions when installing tethers Anchor bracket location An...

Page 50: ...ays important in the following ways Without seat belt usage the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident Seat belt usage is necessary to l Keep the occupant from being thrown int...

Page 51: ...re particularly dangerous The child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child Even though you may feel assured t...

Page 52: ...rd side of the seat in any way is dangerous In an accident the object could interfere with the side air bag which inflates from the outboard side of the front seats impeding the added protection of th...

Page 53: ...f the Supplemental Restraint System Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable Don t make any modific...

Page 54: ...se light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction l Should you sell your Mazda we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all...

Page 55: ...iagnostic module The air bags are mounted in the following locations l The steering wheel hub l The front passenger dashboard l The outboard sides of the front seatbacks l The front and rear window pi...

Page 56: ...ndicator light page 2 46 6 Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems page 2 16 7 Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 46 8 Front passenger seat weight sensor control module 9 Crash...

Page 57: ...1 1 4 2 1 Side and curtain inflators and air bags 2 Front seats 3 Crash sensors and diagnostic module SAS unit 4 Side crash sensor Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 2 45 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_...

Page 58: ...e front passenger depending on the driver seat position front passenger weight and front seat belt usage which allow for further controlling of the system The front air bags will deploy only in a fron...

Page 59: ...ely 30 kg 66 lb The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates This system shuts off the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system so make sure th...

Page 60: ...detect the reduced total seated weight condition and the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy during an accident The front passenger will not have...

Page 61: ...child in the child restraint system l A rear passenger or luggage push or pull down on the front passenger seatback l A rear passenger steps on the front passenger seat rails with the feet l Luggage o...

Page 62: ...retensioner system on or off l The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the front passenger seat or if the temperature of...

Page 63: ...ide and Curtain Air Bag Wiring under the Front Seats Placing luggage or other objects under the front seats is dangerous The side and curtain air bag wiring could be damaged and in the event of a side...

Page 64: ...cle l Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases l...

Page 65: ...he vehicle driver or passenger side areas will cause the side and curtain air bags on that side to inflate but it will not normally deploy the front air bags Limitations to side and curtain air bag ac...

Page 66: ...ules l Side crash sensors l Front seat belt pretensioners l Related wiring l Driver seat slide position sensor l Front passenger seat weight sensors l Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switc...

Page 67: ...tivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart For more details about this indicator light and this...

Page 68: ...how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle NOTE If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medi...

Page 69: ...cators 3 19 Doors and Locks 3 20 Keys 3 20 Keyless Entry System with Retractable Type Key 3 21 Door Locks 3 26 Trunk Lid 3 29 Inside Trunk Release Lever 3 33 Power Windows 3 34 Opening Closing the Pow...

Page 70: ...en killed These new kinds of keys are fascinating to children They could play with power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in your vehicle with children and...

Page 71: ...items by locking the glove box and trunk lid with the master key Keep that key and give the other person only the valet key A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set detach this p...

Page 72: ...r electronic devices such as televisions or personal computers l To avoid damage to the advanced key DO NOT l Drop the advanced key l Get the advanced key wet l Disassemble the advanced key l Expose t...

Page 73: ...attery into fire or water l Never deform or crush The following conditions indicate that the battery power is low l The KEY indicator light green flashes in the instrument cluster when the engine is t...

Page 74: ...vanced key is lost or stolen bring all remaining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative CAUTION Radio...

Page 75: ...ocking unlocking the doors is up to 80 cm 2 6 ft from the center of the front door handles The operational range for locking unlocking the trunk lid is up to 80 cm 2 6 ft from the center of the trunk...

Page 76: ...icle will not restart after it is shut off and the ignition switch is turned to the lock position l If the advanced key is detected within operational range the operation indicator light flashes momen...

Page 77: ...an be changed so that the doors and the trunk lid are locked automatically without pressing the request switch Auto lock function A beep sound is heard when all doors and the trunk lid are closed whil...

Page 78: ...CC Accessory The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate NOTE The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not function in the ACC position and the doors will not lock unlock eve...

Page 79: ...ach it by pushing it on to the ignition switch 1 Make sure the advanced key is being carried 2 Occupants should fasten their seat belts 3 Make sure the parking brake is on 4 Depress the brake pedal 5...

Page 80: ...and drain the battery 10 After starting the engine let it idle for about 10 seconds NOTE l In extremely cold weather below _18 C 0 F or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days let the en...

Page 81: ...can also help you signal for attention Press the button slowly and carefully NOTE l The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2 5 m 8 ft from the center of the vehicle but this may...

Page 82: ...k button To lock the doors and the trunk lid press the lock button A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once To confirm that all doors and the trunk lid have been l...

Page 83: ...alarm The alarm stops by pressing any button on the transmitter qAuxiliary Key Function Use the auxiliary key stored in the advanced key in the event of a dead battery or malfunction Removing the auxi...

Page 84: ...heard 3 times and the KEY warning light red will flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed The KEY...

Page 85: ...ower is low Replace with a new battery before the advanced key becomes unusable Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance page 3 5 NOTE The advanced key can be set so that the KEY indicator light green does n...

Page 86: ...s heard to confirm that all doors or the trunk lid have been locked unlocked Activated Deactivated Autolock function When all doors and the trunk lid are closed and the advanced key is being carried a...

Page 87: ...Check whether the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle When attempting to lock the doors a beep sound is heard 3 times Check whether the advanced key has been left in the vehicle Check wheth...

Page 88: ...kinds of keys Valet key Master key Retractable type key Key code number plate Here s what the keys are used for Lock Operates Master key Valet key Ignition switch and steering column lock Yes Yes Dri...

Page 89: ...Key This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk lid and opens the power windows It can also help you signal for attention Press the button slowly and carefully CAUTION To avoid dama...

Page 90: ...the electronic codes need to be reset qTransmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic button Operation indicator light NOTE l U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subjec...

Page 91: ...the transmitter all doors and the trunk lid will automatically lock if one of the doors or the trunk lid is not opened within about 30 seconds Panic button If you witness from a distance someone atte...

Page 92: ...ries according to the following instructions l Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape l Never disassemble l Never throw the battery into fire and or w...

Page 93: ...m consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer If your transmitter is lost or stolen bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or...

Page 94: ...or is accidentally opened and can more easily be thrown out in an accident So keep all doors locked when driving WARNING Vehicles Left Unlocked Leaving your vehicle unlocked is dangerous as children c...

Page 95: ...the door This does not operate the other door locks Door lock knob NOTE When locking the doors this way be careful not to leave the key inside the vehicle qPower Door Locks Vehicle lock out preventio...

Page 96: ...hen LOCK is pushed They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door lock switch is pushed Lock Unlock Locking unlocking with request switch with advanced key All doors and the trunk lid can be locke...

Page 97: ...highly poisonous If inhaled it can cause loss of consciousness and death Because exhaust gas can get into the cabin through an open trunk keep the trunk closed when driving qLocking Unlocking with Key...

Page 98: ...children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure Close the trunk lid lock the rear seatba...

Page 99: ...he doors are unlocked with the key If you must leave your Mazda with another person such as a parking attendant protect valuables in the trunk by locking the trunk with the master key or the request s...

Page 100: ...trunk lid for about 3 seconds This will lock only the trunk lid Request switch To cancel the security feature press the request switch on the trunk lid for about 3 seconds again qTrunk Light The trunk...

Page 101: ...eaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure Clos...

Page 102: ...ure the opening is clear before closing a window Children and Power Windows Leaving the power window switches unlocked while children are in the vehicle is dangerous Power window switches that are not...

Page 103: ...iver s door or each door switch l Manual opening closing l Auto opening closing l Two step down function Manual opening closing To open the window to the desired position lightly hold down the switch...

Page 104: ...top If you continue to press and hold the switch the window will resume opening all the way NOTE Pressing the power window switch once when the window is fully closed will only open it about 3 cm 1 in...

Page 105: ...ng the power window just before it reaches the fully closed position or while fully holding up the power window switch is dangerous In this case the jam safe function cannot prevent the window from st...

Page 106: ...d position Unlocked position WARNING Unintentional Window Operation Unintentional power window operation is dangerous A person s hands head or neck could be caught by the window and result in serious...

Page 107: ...tside the vehicle under the following condition l A door or the trunk lid is opened l The key is inserted into the ignition switch l With advanced key The start knob is pushed into the ignition switch...

Page 108: ...nd it is in a secure area The windows can be opened for ventilating the cabin before getting in the vehicle With unlock button with keyless entry system Press the unlock button on the transmitter and...

Page 109: ...function page 3 8 has been activated the doors and the trunk lid automatically lock as you walk away from vehicle however the power windows cannot be closed When leaving the vehicle close the windows...

Page 110: ...us It could be ignited by sparks or flames causing serious burns and injuries Before refueling stop the engine and always keep sparks and flames away from the filler neck Additionally use of the incor...

Page 111: ...ke sure the fuel filler cap is tightened securely The check engine light may illuminate when the cap isn t tightened securely If the light remains on even after you have tightened the cap securely dri...

Page 112: ...d lift the hood 3 Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open Clip Pad Support rod qClosing the Hood 1 Check under the hood are...

Page 113: ...losing moonroof is dangerous The hands head or even neck of a person especially a child could be caught in it as it closes causing serious injury or even death Make sure the opening is clear before cl...

Page 114: ...he sunshade can be opened and closed by hand The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened but must be closed by hand Sunshade CAUTION The sunshade doesn t tilt To avoid damaging the su...

Page 115: ...e signal from the auxiliary key will not be received correctly and the engine may not start l Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip l Spare auxiliary keys or keys for other veh...

Page 116: ...urn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and then restart the engine l Signals from a TVor radio station or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone could interfere with your immobilizer system If...

Page 117: ...auxiliary key an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining advanced keys including auxiliary keys and immobilizer system Bring all the remaining advanced keys includin...

Page 118: ...key l Get the key wet l Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field l Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight CAUTION When starting the engi...

Page 119: ...ut 3 seconds and goes out If the engine doesn t start with the correct ignition key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authori...

Page 120: ...t an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible l If you lose a key an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining keys and immobilizer system Bring all the remaining ke...

Page 121: ...wing l Forcing open a door the hood or the trunk lid l Unlocking a door with the inside door lock knob l Opening the hood by operating the hood release handle If the system is triggered again the ligh...

Page 122: ...top an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any one of the following methods l Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key l Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter l W...

Page 123: ...wheel up and down to be certain it s locked before driving Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving WARNING Convex Mirror Passenger Side Changing lanes without taking into acco...

Page 124: ...rt driving Mirror defroster To turn on the mirror defrosters turn the ignition switch to the ON position and push the rear window defroster switch page 5 40 qRearview Mirror Rearview mirror adjustment...

Page 125: ...It can block your view in the rearview mirror which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes Don t stack things higher than the seatbacks Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 3...

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Page 127: ...e 4 5 Before Starting the Engine 4 6 Before Getting In 4 6 After Getting In 4 6 Driving Tips 4 7 Break In Period 4 7 Money Saving Suggestions 4 7 Hazardous Driving 4 8 Rocking the Vehicle 4 8 Winter D...

Page 128: ...ill result in a malfunction of the emission control system causing poor performance l Your vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 ethanol by volume Damage to your vehicle may...

Page 129: ...er condition will damage the converter and cause poor performance l USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL l Don t drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction l Don t coast with the ignition switch turned of...

Page 130: ...the rear of the vehicle however this does not indicate an abnormality Your vehicle has a self checking device and it operates while the engine is off 4 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exha...

Page 131: ...st gas is dangerous When your vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the engine running for a long time even in an open area exhaust gas which contains poisonous carbon monoxide could enter th...

Page 132: ...ected See Maintenance Section 8 After Getting In l Are all doors closed and locked l Is the seat adjusted properly l Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted l Is everyone s seat belt fastened l Ch...

Page 133: ...arts l Keep the engine tuned Follow the maintenance schedule page 8 3 and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing l Use the air conditioner only when necessary l Slow down on...

Page 134: ...g and quick steering l Don t pump the brakes Continue to press down on the brake pedal l If you get stuck select a lower gear and accelerate slowly Don t spin the front wheels l For more traction in s...

Page 135: ...0 3 kgf cm2 4 3 psi more than recommended on the tire pressure label driver s door frame but never more than the maximum cold tire pressure shown on the tires Your vehicle is originally equipped with...

Page 136: ...ngine area Interior materials could get moldy and many electronic devices in the cabin and the engine could be damaged Overloading WARNING Vehicle Load Weight The gross axle weight rating GAWR and the...

Page 137: ...n l Use only the recommended engine oil page 8 12 Extra oil additives are NOT recommended l After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill idle the engine at least 30 seconds to cool the turbo befo...

Page 138: ...ler Towing The Mazdaspeed6 is not designed for towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazdaspeed6 4 12 Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page138 Thursday July 7 2005 1 2...

Page 139: ...em TCS 5 17 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 5 18 Instrument Cluster and Indicators 5 20 Meters and Gauges 5 20 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds 5 24 Warning Indicator Lights 5 24 Beep Sounds 5 3...

Page 140: ...age 3 15 2 Make sure the start knob is in LOCK position 3 Remove the start knob by pulling it outward while pressing the buttons on both the left and right sides qIgnition Switch Positions With advanc...

Page 141: ...steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started The warning lights except brakes should be inspected before the...

Page 142: ...y 5 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold up to 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts CAUTION Don t try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If the engine stalls or...

Page 143: ...rol and a serious accident Avoid continuous application of the brakes Shift to a lower gear when going down steep hills WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased s...

Page 144: ...ake is fully released Low brake fluid level warning If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully released you may have a brake problem Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of...

Page 145: ...ation in the brake pedal and may hear a chattering noise from the brake system This is normal when the ABS operates Don t pump the brakes continue to press down on the brake pedal WARNING ABS The ABS...

Page 146: ...t the same time The problem is likely to be an electronic brake force distribution system WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake Warning Light on at the Same Time Driving when the brake system warning li...

Page 147: ...Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern Neutral position The shift pattern of the transaxle is conventional as shown Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting then release it slowly Your vehicle...

Page 148: ...transaxle NOTE If shifting to R is difficult shift back into neutral release the clutch pedal and try again qRecommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration we recommend these shift p...

Page 149: ...s qAWD Driving This vehicle has not been designed for the purpose of off road driving or rallies Do not attempt to drive over uneven or rocky surfaces or across rivers Although this vehicle is equippe...

Page 150: ...dverse effects to the drive assembly please note the following Tires l When replacing tires always replace all front and rear tires at the same time l All tires must be of the same size manufacture br...

Page 151: ...peed Don t use cruise control in these situations qCruise Main Indicator Light This light comes on when the CRUISE MAIN switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated qCruise Set Indicat...

Page 152: ...he accelerator at the same time Don t continue to hold in the button Until you release it speed will continue to drop unless you continue to accelerate and you ll miss the desired speed NOTE l The SET...

Page 153: ...speed will not interfere with it or change the set speed Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed qTo Decrease Cruising Speed Press the SET COAST button and hold it The vehicle w...

Page 154: ...e the vehicle speed up to 30 km h 19 mph and press the RES ACCEL button qTo Cancel To turn off the system use one of these methods l Press the ON OFF switch l Slightly depress the brake pedal l Depres...

Page 155: ...ction devices on snow and or ice covered roads is dangerous The traction control system TCS alone cannot provide adequate traction and you could still have an accident Use snow tires and drive at redu...

Page 156: ...bility control as a substitute for safe driving CAUTION l The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed l Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheel...

Page 157: ...te Press the switch again to turn the TCS DSC back on The DSC OFF indicator light will go out NOTE l When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck or drive it out of freshly fall...

Page 158: ...ate Speedometer page 5 21 Odometer Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector page 5 21 Tachometer page 5 22 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge page 5 22 Fuel Gauge page 5 23 5 20 Driving Your Mazda Instrument...

Page 159: ...turned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position l Displays for 10 minutes after any door is opened Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven Trip meter The t...

Page 160: ...e vehicle is driven over 999 9 km mile qTachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Red zone CAUTION Don t run the engine with the tachometer needle in the...

Page 161: ...in any position Dim Bright Canceling the illumination dimmer When the headlight switch is in the or position the illumination of the instrument cluster and the information display dims When driving on...

Page 162: ...ht 5 26 Charging System Warning Light 5 27 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5 28 Check Engine Light 5 28 ABS Warning Light 5 26 Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5 29 Low Fuel...

Page 163: ...5 31 Security Indicator Light 5 33 Headlight High Beam Indicator Light 5 33 TCS DSC Indicator Light 5 33 DSC OFF Indicator Light 5 34 Cruise Main Indicator Light 5 34 Cruise Set Indicator Light 5 34 L...

Page 164: ...Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Even if the light goes out have your brake system inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an...

Page 165: ...ke force distribution system WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake Warning Light on at the Same Time Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are on at the same time is dangerou...

Page 166: ...your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer CAUTION Don t run the engine if oil pressure is low It could result in extensive engine damage qCheck Engine Light If this light comes on while driving...

Page 167: ...Dealer perform all servicing and repairs qLow Fuel Warning Light Low fuel warning light This warning light in the fuel gauge signals that the fuel tank will soon be empty Refuel as soon as possible qS...

Page 168: ...nt passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below Condition Vehicle speed Between 0 20 km h 0 12 mph 20 km h 12 mph or more Seat belt Driver Seat belt Passenger Indicator Beep Fastened...

Page 169: ...an icy surface If the AWD warning light illuminates If the AWD warning light illuminates contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the AWD warning light flashes Park the vehicle in a safe place After a fe...

Page 170: ...l flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the LOCK position to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle It will stop flashing when the advanced...

Page 171: ...he correct ignition key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer qHeadlight High Beam Indicator Light This l...

Page 172: ...ght This light comes on when a cruising speed is set qLight On Indicator Light This indicator light comes on when the exterior lights and dashboard illumination are on qTurn Signal Hazard Warning Indi...

Page 173: ...n switch is in the LOCK or ACC position with the key inserted a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened qLights On Reminder If lights are on and the key is removed from th...

Page 174: ...of the headlights have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a bright white beam over a wide area WARNING Xenon Fusion Bulb Replacement Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs by yourself is dangerous Because the...

Page 175: ...of the headlights The headlight leveling switch adjusts this angle Select the proper setting from the following chart Front seat Rear seat Load Switch Position Driver Passenger 0 0 1 2 3 Yes No qDayti...

Page 176: ...l return to the off position when released NOTE If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out Fog Lights Use this switch to...

Page 177: ...e wiper blades the wiper motor is protected from motor breakdown overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades but only for about 5...

Page 178: ...defroster clears frost fog and thin ice from the rear window The ignition switch must be in the ON position Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster The rear window defroster operates fo...

Page 179: ...an accumulation of snow on the rear window remove it before using the defroster Horn To sound the horn press around the mark on the steering wheel Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 5 41 Mazdas...

Page 180: ...ke extreme caution when near it Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash NOTE l The turn signals don t work when the hazard warning lights are on l Check local regulatio...

Page 181: ...10 Operating Tips for Audio System 6 10 Audio Set 6 21 Audio Control Switch Operation Steering Wheel 6 35 Safety Certification 6 37 Interior Equipment 6 38 Sunvisors 6 38 Interior Lights 6 38 Informa...

Page 182: ...arking in Direct Sunlight If the vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight during hot weather open the windows to let warm air escape then run the climate control system qNot Using for a Long Period...

Page 183: ...r vent left and right to adjust the direction of airflow NOTE When using the air conditioner mist may come out from the vents This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly coo...

Page 184: ...low Mode Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard Vents Floor Vents Defroster Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents 6 4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page184 Thursday J...

Page 185: ...ode l Outside Recirculated air selection l Air conditioner operation NOTE AUTO switch indicator light l When on it indicates AUTO operation and the system will function automatically l When off it ind...

Page 186: ...NOTE l With the airflow mode set to position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature heated air is directed to the feet and a comparably lower air temperature will flow through t...

Page 187: ...Recirculated Air Position Using the position in cold or rainy weather will cause the windows to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident Do not use the position in co...

Page 188: ...ill be increased WARNING Foggy Windshield Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up Your vision will be hampered which...

Page 189: ...Black plate 189 1 Interior temperature sensor Interior Comfort Climate Control System 6 9 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page189 Thursday July 7 2005 1 3 PM Form No 8U01 EA 05H...

Page 190: ...could lead to a serious accident Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped Even if the audio control switches are equipped on the steering wheel learn to use the switches without looking d...

Page 191: ...d corners but they do reflect Unlike AM signals FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon Therefore FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception AM wave FM wave F...

Page 192: ...eas is characterized by sound breakup Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower The broadcast signals are extremely strong so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio...

Page 193: ...any objects other than cassette tape into the slot l If the cassette tape is loose it may produce poor sound or performance during playback Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack l Onl...

Page 194: ...ration to return before attempting to use the unit Handling the In dash CD changer The following precautions should be observed l Do not spill any liquid on the audio system l Do not insert any object...

Page 195: ...pe on the CD Avoid scratching the reverse side the side without a label l Dust finger smudges and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface thus affecting sound quality I...

Page 196: ...a CD R CD RW may not be displayed when musical data CD DA is playing l The period from when a CD RW is inserted to when it begins playing is longer than a normal CD or CD R l Completely read the instr...

Page 197: ...ders and files l The order of hierarchy for MP3 files and folders during playback or other functions is from shallow to deep The arrangement and playing order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files i...

Page 198: ...hat have an MP3 file extension mp3 attached Do not attach an MP3 file extension to any other type file as it could cause noise to be emitted or a malfunction in the unit About ID3 Tag display l This u...

Page 199: ...bit rate when compressing an MP3 file the more information regarding musical reproduction it carries and therefore the better the sound quality Packet writing A general term for the method similar to...

Page 200: ...Black plate 200 1 MEMO 6 20 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page200 Thursday July 7 2005 1 3 PM Form No 8U01 EA 05H...

Page 201: ...Dash CD Changer Music CD Player Power Volume Sound Controls page 6 22 Operating the Radio page 6 24 Operating the Cassette Tape Player page 6 26 Operating the In Dash CD Changer page 6 28 Error Indic...

Page 202: ...ve the audio system on for a long period of time when the engine is not running Volume adjustment To adjust the volume turn the power volume dial Turn the power volume dial to the right to increase vo...

Page 203: ...CLEAR will be displayed Automatic Level Control ALC The automatic level control is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality according to the vehicle speed The volume increa...

Page 204: ...by pressing the AM button and FM by pressing the FM1 2 button The selected mode will be indicated If FM stereo is being received ST will be displayed NOTE If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak recep...

Page 205: ...nnel preset button The station frequency and the channel number will be displayed NOTE If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be canceled...

Page 206: ...tte tape play button to start play when a cassette tape is in the unit If there isn t a cassette tape in the unit when the cassette tape play button is pressed NO TAPE will flash on and off Dolby nois...

Page 207: ...tion Press the APC button to the beginning of the one being played To stop this operation and play the cassette tape press the button again NOTE APC may not operate properly if l A tape was recorded a...

Page 208: ...CD player Music data CD DA Music CD MP3 CD player Music data CD DA MP3 file NOTE If a disc has both music data CD DA and MP3 files playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was...

Page 209: ...sound is heard 2 When IN is displayed insert the CD 3 When IN is displayed again insert the next CD NOTE The first inserted CD will be played automatically when l No other CD is inserted within 15 se...

Page 210: ...the CD eject button for about 2 seconds and all CDs will eject l Music CD player If the CD is not removed from the slot within approximately 10 seconds after ejection it will be re inserted automatica...

Page 211: ...n again to cancel the repeat play During MP3 CD playback Track repeat 1 Press the repeat button during playback to play the current track repeatedly RPT is displayed 2 To cancel the repeat play press...

Page 212: ...isplay Disc tray number MP3 CD Disc tray number Track name ID3 Tag Folder name ID3 Tag Album name ID3 Tag Song name ID3 Tag Artist name ID3 Tag Disc number File number Elapsed time Folder number Track...

Page 213: ...characters is limited If the number of characters including the file extension mp3 exceeds 32 characters it may not be fully displayed Message display If CHECK CD is displayed it means that there is...

Page 214: ...cation Cause Solution CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down Insert the CD properly If the error indication does not disappear consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer CD is defective Insert another CD properl...

Page 215: ...off l When all CDs are ejected NOTE Mazda has installed this system to prevent distraction while driving the vehicle and using audio controls on the dashboard Always make safe driving your first prior...

Page 216: ...equency whether programmed or not When playing a cassette tape Press the seek switch release and it will advance to the next selection Press the seek switch release and it will repeat the selection be...

Page 217: ...For CD player section This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must ac...

Page 218: ...f your vehicle is equipped with the advanced key the overhead light turns on for about 5 seconds when the advanced key is outside of the vehicle l About 15 seconds after the key is removed from the ig...

Page 219: ...ed entry system is on Rear Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights Light off l Light on when any door is open l Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on qMap Lights The map lights are swit...

Page 220: ...Rear qCourtesy Lights Turns on when any door is open or the illuminated entry system is on Courtesy light 6 40 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page220 Thursday Jul...

Page 221: ...stem CLOCK CLK button SET button qInformation Display Functions The information display has the following functions l Clock l Ambient Temperature Display Outside Temperature Display l Climate Control...

Page 222: ...ng While the clock is displayed press the SET button 1 5 seconds or more When the button is released a beep will sound and the clock will be reset as follows Example 12 01 12 29 12 00 12 30 12 59 1 00...

Page 223: ...e audio system status is displayed To operate the audio system refer to Audio System page 6 10 Lighter The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position 1 Open the cover 2 Press the lighter in and...

Page 224: ...e it or cause electrical failure Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent l If the lighter doesn t pop out within 30 seconds remove it to prevent overheating Ashtray CAUTION Don t use the as...

Page 225: ...cans in Cup Holder Putting objects other than cups or drink cans in a cup holder is dangerous During sudden braking or maneuvering occupants could be hit and injured or objects could be thrown around...

Page 226: ...rear center armrest Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the front doors Bottle holder CAUTION Don t use the bottle holders for containers without caps The contents may spill when the do...

Page 227: ...r could explode or the plastic material in eyeglasses could deform and crack from high temperature qOverhead Console This console box is designed to store eyeglasses or other accessories Push and rele...

Page 228: ...k counterclockwise to unlock Unlock Lock qCenter Console To open pull the lower release catch Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid To open it pull the upper release catch 6...

Page 229: ...t is not in use l Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket NOTE To prevent discharging the battery don t use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling When placing an electr...

Page 230: ...g cord is running through the cap slot reinstall the cap and turn it clockwise about 45 to the opened position Plug cord 7 Set the plug cord into the slit of the tray mat and replace the tray mat 6 50...

Page 231: ...pare Tire and Tool Storage 7 3 Changing a Flat Tire 7 5 Overheating 7 11 Overheating 7 11 Emergency Starting 7 13 Starting a Flooded Engine 7 13 Jump Starting 7 14 Push Starting 7 17 Emergency Towing...

Page 232: ...extreme caution when near it Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash NOTE l The turn signals don t work when the hazard warning lights are on l Check local regulations...

Page 233: ...e and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram Tool bag Spare tire Jack Lug wrench Jack lever Tiedown eyelet In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7 3 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1...

Page 234: ...re tire on the rear axle and move a regular tire to the front CAUTION l When using the temporary spare tire driving stability may decrease compared to when using only the conventional tire Drive caref...

Page 235: ...traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous WARNING Jacking a Vehicle Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly The vehicle can slip off the jack and seriously injure someone Be su...

Page 236: ...ire When blocking a wheel place a tire block both in front and behind the tire NOTE When blocking a tire use rocks or wood blocks of sufficient size to hold the tire in place qRemoving a Flat Tire 1 L...

Page 237: ...g Objects Under the Jack Jacking the vehicle with an object under the jack is dangerous The jack could slip and someone could be seriously injured by the jack or the falling vehicle Never place object...

Page 238: ...h on top of the key and apply pressure Turn the wrench counterclockwise To install the nut 1 Place the key on top of the nut and be sure to hold the key square to it If you hold the key at an angle yo...

Page 239: ...maged if tightened more than necessary Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque 4 Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise...

Page 240: ...th metric nuts of the same configuration 5 Remove the center cap 6 Store the damaged tire using the wing bolt to hold it in place Wing bolt Tire clamp 7 Check the inflation pressure Refer to the speci...

Page 241: ...aping from the engine NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature an electrical cooling fan turns on It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to...

Page 242: ...ll an Authorized Mazda Dealer Coolant reservoir Cooling system cap If you find no problems the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious Carefully add coolant as required page 8 15 CAUTION If the engine...

Page 243: ...ition switch to the START position and hold it there for up to 10 seconds If the engine starts release the key and accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up 3 If the engine fails...

Page 244: ...could ignite and cause the battery to explode Always wear eye protection when working near the battery Spilled Battery Fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID whi...

Page 245: ...tarting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous It may rupture or explode causing serious injury Don t jump start a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level Connecting Jumper C...

Page 246: ...a cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery 1 l Attach the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery 2 l Connect one end of the other cable to the negative terminal of t...

Page 247: ...its engine starts causing the two vehicles to collide The occupants could be injured Never tow a vehicle to start it CAUTION Do not push start a vehicle that has a manual transaxle It can damage the e...

Page 248: ...solutely essential to avoid damaging the drive system Government and local laws must be followed Wheel dollies A towed AWD vehicle must have all its wheels off the ground CAUTION Don t tow the vehicle...

Page 249: ...truck Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Don t use the tiedown hooks under the front and rear for towing They are designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it s being transported Using them for towing will dam...

Page 250: ...or scratch the painted bumper surface 3 Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the lug wrench Front Lug wrench Rear Lug wrench 4 Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet Front Rear 7 20 In Case of...

Page 251: ...per Recreational Towing An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels When doing recreational towing...

Page 252: ...Black plate 252 1 7 22 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page252 Thursday July 7 2005 1 4 PM Form No 8U01 EA 05H...

Page 253: ...8 9 Engine Compartment Overview 8 11 Engine Oil 8 12 Engine Coolant 8 15 Brake Clutch Fluid 8 18 Power Steering Fluid 8 19 Washer Fluid 8 19 Body Lubrication 8 20 Air Filter 8 21 Wiper Blades 8 22 Ba...

Page 254: ...nd insufficient servicing may result in problems This could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries For expert advice and quality service consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The owner should...

Page 255: ...extended use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used l Driving on rough or muddy roads l Extended periods of idling or low speed operation l Driving for lon...

Page 256: ...rs Replace at first 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 4 years after that every 2 years FUEL SYSTEM Air filter R Fuel lines and hoses 2 I I Hoses and tubes for emission 2 I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs Replace...

Page 257: ...to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed a...

Page 258: ...R R R R R R R COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system I I Engine coolant FL22 type 1 Replace at first 192 000 km 120 000 miles or 10 years after that every 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 5 years Others Replace at fi...

Page 259: ...te Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and fede...

Page 260: ...page 8 15 l Engine oil level page 8 13 l Washer fluid level page 8 19 qAt Least Monthly Tire inflation pressures page 8 26 qAt Least Twice a Year For Example Every Spring and Fall l Power steering flu...

Page 261: ...properly You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedures If you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the work have it done by a qu...

Page 262: ...mperature an electrical cooling fan turns on It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to off 8 10 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05...

Page 263: ...r Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filler cap Battery Fuse block Air filter Brake Clutch fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance...

Page 264: ...he American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubrica...

Page 265: ...e 6 Make sure the O ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick qChanging Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance page 8 3...

Page 266: ...plug Tighten 7 Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for leaks 8 Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan Check the oil level and fill to the MAX mark if necess...

Page 267: ...ious injury Don t remove either cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature an electrical cooling fan turns on It will continue ru...

Page 268: ...mage the cooling system l DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant This could damage the cooling system l Don t use a solution that contains more than 60 antifreeze This would reduce effectiven...

Page 269: ...ble container Properly dispose of the used coolant 4 Flush out the system with running water 5 Drain the system completely Insert and tighten the plug Add as much ethylene glycol based coolant mixture...

Page 270: ...o spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine Low Brake Clutch Fluid Levels Low brake clutch fluid levels are dangerous Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak Your brakes...

Page 271: ...dshield it will dirty the windshield affect your visibility and could result in an accident Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir Using Washer Fluid Without Anti freeze Prot...

Page 272: ...n water if washer fluid is unavailable But use only washer fluid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing Body Lubrication All moving points of the body such as door and hood hinges and locks shoul...

Page 273: ...ing the Air Filter NOTE If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas replace the filter more often than recommended intervals 1 Unfasten the clamps 2 Tilt or lift the air filter cover and r...

Page 274: ...When the wipers no longer clean well the blades are probably worn or cracked Replace them CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components don t try to sweep the wiper arm by hand NOT...

Page 275: ...ld be reduced So don t use the driver s side metal stiffeners on the passenger s side or vice versa l Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffeners in the new blade rubber so that the curve is the same as...

Page 276: ...eration could ignite and cause the battery to explode Always wear eye protection when working near the battery Spilled Battery Fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC...

Page 277: ...s Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries Keep all flames including cigarettes and...

Page 278: ...ed Tires Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda page 10 5 is dangerous It could seriously affect ride handling ground clearance tire clearance and speedometer calibration This...

Page 279: ...00 miles or sooner if irregular wear develops During rotation inspect them for correct balance Unique driving conditions for U S A Canada and Puerto Rico Do not include TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire i...

Page 280: ...lace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 18...

Page 281: ...the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 18 qReplacing a Wheel WARNING Using a...

Page 282: ...hts Parking lights Front turn signal lights Headlights Low beam Headlights High beam Courtesy lights License plate lights Side marker lights Taillights The equipment and installation position varies a...

Page 283: ...with a halogen bulb is dangerous Serious injuries could be caused by dropping a halogen bulb or breaking it some other way Always keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children qReplacing Exterior L...

Page 284: ...he socket Brake lights Taillights Rear turn signal lights 1 Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers and partially open the trunk side trim Removal Installation 2 Turn...

Page 285: ...ly counterclockwise and remove it 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket Reverse lights Taillights 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal License plate lights 1 Wrap a flathead screwdri...

Page 286: ...om the socket 5 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal Overhead light Map lights Rear 1 Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it i...

Page 287: ...the bulb by pulling it out Edge Courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Edge 3 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal Trunk light 1 Press both sides of the lens cap to remove it 2 Disconnec...

Page 288: ...the cover straight back toward you CAUTION Pulling the cover off sideways may break the retaining tabs off 3 Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the fuse block located in the...

Page 289: ...be replaced Follow these steps 1 Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches 2 Remove the fuse block cover 3 If a fuse is blown replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating Normal Bl...

Page 290: ...id Cooling fan 9 HEAD LR 15A Headlight low beam Right 10 HEAD LL 15A Headlight low beam Left 11 HEAD HL 10A Headlight high beam Left 12 HEAD HR 10A Headlight high beam Right 13 DRL 15A DRL Headlight h...

Page 291: ...er Climate control unit 27 DEFOG 40A Rear window defroster 28 ABS 60A DSC 29 FAN2 30A Cooling fan 30 FAN1 30A Cooling fan 31 TAIL 10A Taillights License plate lights 32 ILLUMI 10A Dashboard illuminati...

Page 292: ...15A Accessory socket 8 SPARE 10A 9 ENGINE IG 15A Engine control system 10 SAS 10A DSC unit SAS unit 11 METER IG 15A Instrument cluster Reverse lights 12 WIPER 20A Windshield wiper and washer 13 SPARE...

Page 293: ...acids If these aren t removed they can eat away the clear and color base coat of the vehicle s paintwork When insects stick to the paint surface and decompose corrosive compounds form These can erode...

Page 294: ...icle s tires hits your vehicle How to avoid paint chipping Keeping a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of having your paint chipped by flying gravel NOTE l The paint...

Page 295: ...scratches on the vehicle s paint finish l Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter using lukewarm or cold water before washing l Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth when washing th...

Page 296: ...l parts 2 Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic mica and solid colors 3 When waxing coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth 4 Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth NOTE A spot remover...

Page 297: ...not be clogged Water trapped there will cause rusting WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking c...

Page 298: ...h a mild soap solution good for upholstery and carpets Remove fresh spots immediately with a fabric spot cleaner To keep the fabric looking clean and fresh take care of it Otherwise its color will be...

Page 299: ...m clean them with glass cleaner Follow the directions on the container CAUTION Don t scrape or scratch the inside of the rear window You may damage the rear window defroster grid Maintenance and Care...

Page 300: ...Black plate 300 1 8 48 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page300 Thursday July 7 2005 1 4 PM Form No 8U01 EA 05H...

Page 301: ...ted States and Canada 9 12 Add On Non Genuine Parts and Accessories 9 13 Cell Phones 9 14 Cell Phones Warning 9 14 Type Approval of Equipment 9 15 Type Approval of Equipment 9 15 Uniform Tire Quality...

Page 302: ...ct Mazda North American Operations If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership management you can reach Mazda North American Operations by one of the fo...

Page 303: ...of the dash 4 Purchase date and current mileage 5 Your dealer s name and location 6 Your question s If you live outside the U S A please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor Customer Information an...

Page 304: ...a Service Representative If more expedient contact Mazda Canada Inc Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements Regional Office address and phone numbers are shown page 9 6 qSTEP 3 Contact the M...

Page 305: ...oal of Mazda Canada Inc and our dealers Mazda s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that goal There is no charge for using CAMVAP CAMVAP results are fast fair and fi...

Page 306: ...00 207 0685 Saskatchewan 1 800 207 0685 Manitoba 1 800 207 0685 Ontario 1 800 207 0685 Atlantic Canada 1 800 207 0685 Quebec 1 800 207 0685 qRegional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANAD...

Page 307: ...STOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER qSTEP 2 If after following STEP 1 you feel the need for further assistance please...

Page 308: ...O Box 362722 San Juan Puerto Rico 00936 2722 TEL 787 641 9300 qGUAM Triple J Motors 157 South Marine Drive Tamuning GUAM 96911 USA P O Box 6066 Tamuning Guam 96931 TEL 671 649 6555 qSAIPAN Pacific Int...

Page 309: ...ty U S A only l Emission Defect Warranty l Emission Performance Warranty l California Emission Control Warranty U S A only l Emission Control Warranty Canada only l Replacement Parts and Accessories L...

Page 310: ...exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements CMVSS NOTE The above is applicable for a permanent import export situation and...

Page 311: ...States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS NOTE The above is applicable for a permanent import export situation and not r...

Page 312: ...tisfactory service may be difficult or even impossible in another country The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable Parts servicing techniques and tools necessary to maintain and repair y...

Page 313: ...could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries in an accident Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non genuine parts or accessories Add On Electrical...

Page 314: ...If a passenger is unable to use the device pull off the right of way to a safe area before use If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning use a hands free system to at least leave the ha...

Page 315: ...Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment 9 15 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page315 Thursday July 7 2005 1 4 PM Fo...

Page 316: ...ions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahea...

Page 317: ...e of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary with respect to grade ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND TO ALL OTHER FEDERAL TIRE SAFETY RE...

Page 318: ...l qInformation on Passenger Vehicle Tires Please refer to the diagram below 1 TIN U S DOT tire identification number 2 Passenger car tire 3 Nominal width of tire in millimeters 4 Ratio of height to wi...

Page 319: ...TO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 215 215 is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters This three digit number gives the width in millime...

Page 320: ...For example the numbers 457 means the 45st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example the number 2102 means the 21th week of 2002 The other numbers are marketing codes used at t...

Page 321: ...n tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Snow Tires In some heavy snow areas local governments may require true snow tires those with very deeply cut tread Thes...

Page 322: ...ent from the example T Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association T RA 115 115 is the nominal width of the tire in mill...

Page 323: ...bol D indicates diagonal ply construction 16 16 is the wheel rim diameter in inches Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A 9 23 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page3...

Page 324: ...essure of the tires on your vehicle is maintained at the recommended pressure You should check the tire pressure regularly to insure that the proper inflation pressure is maintained Refer to Tires on...

Page 325: ...label and in conjunction with the information in this owner s manual qChecking Tire Pressure 1 When you check the air pressure make sure the tires are cold meaning they are not hot from driving even a...

Page 326: ...mponents originally equipped on the vehicle Vehicle Load Limit The maximum value of the combined weight of occupants and cargo Bead Area of the Tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall Area of t...

Page 327: ...ation To equalize tread wear rotate the tires every 12 000 km 7 500 miles or sooner if irregular wear develops During rotation inspect them for correct balance Forward Inspect the tires for uneven wea...

Page 328: ...d will thus apply a constant load on the limited slip differential This will cause a malfunction qReplacing a Tire WARNING Worn Tires Driving with worn tires is dangerous Reduced braking steering and...

Page 329: ...fit l Observe posted speed limits l Avoid fast starts stops and turns l Avoid potholes and objects on the road l Do no run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking CAUTION If you feel...

Page 330: ...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 an...

Page 331: ...for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg or XXX lbs for your maximum payload The payload listed on the tire label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by th...

Page 332: ...eight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants The cargo weight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehicle occupants from the combined weight of occupan...

Page 333: ...ht that can be carried by a single axle front or rear These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door frame or door pillar The total load on each axle...

Page 334: ...injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle or loss of control Always keep the vehicle within the axle we...

Page 335: ...e can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10_15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15_25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150...

Page 336: ...ment tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increas...

Page 337: ...equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400_ 750 5 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of l...

Page 338: ...r To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 Yo...

Page 339: ...0510 or contact Transport Canada by mail at Transport Canada ASFAD Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa ON K1A 0N5 For additional road safety information please visit the Road Safety websit...

Page 340: ...h 9999 95 MS6C 06 U S A only 2006 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 EC MS6C 06 Canada only 2006 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 PR MS6C 06 Puerto Rico only 2006 OWNER S MANUAL qWORKSHOP MANUAL Covers recommended maintenance an...

Page 341: ...s Technical information about your Mazda Identification Numbers 10 2 Vehicle Information Labels 10 2 Specifications 10 3 Specifications 10 3 10 1 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page341 Thursday July...

Page 342: ...he number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard This plate can easily be seen through the windshield qMotor Vehicle Safety Standard Label qVehicle Emission Control Information L...

Page 343: ...eaning the iridium plugs do not use a wire brush The fine particulate coating on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged qLubricant Quality Lubricant Classification Engine oil Refer to th...

Page 344: ...es qDimensions Item Model Overall length Without license plate holder 4 745 mm 186 8 in With license plate holder 4 765 mm 187 6 in Overall width 1 780 mm 70 1 in Overall height 1 430 mm 56 3 in Front...

Page 345: ...pe bulb Interior light Light bulb Category Wattage ECE R Trunk light 3 Overhead light Map lights 5 W5W Courtesy lights 5 W5W Vanity mirror lights 1 2 qTires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched...

Page 346: ...y spare tire Tire size Inflation pressure T145 70D17 106M 420 kPa 60 psi qFuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8 36 10 6 Specifications Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page346 Thursday July 7 2005...

Page 347: ...Black plate 347 1 11 Index 11 1 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page347 Thursday July 7 2005 1 4 PM Form No 8U01 EA 05H...

Page 348: ...8 24 Specifications 10 3 B Beep sounds Ignition key reminder 5 35 Lights on reminder 5 35 Seat belt warning beep 5 35 Before Starting the Engine 4 6 After getting in 4 6 Before getting in 4 6 Body Lu...

Page 349: ...13 Jump starting 7 14 Push starting 7 17 Emergency Towing 7 18 Emission Control System 4 3 E Engine Coolant 8 15 Exhaust gas 4 5 Hood release 3 44 Oil 8 12 Overheating 7 11 Starting 5 4 Engine Compar...

Page 350: ...DSC OFF 5 34 Headlight high beam 5 33 Security 5 33 TCS DSC 5 33 Turn signal hazard warning 5 34 Information Display 6 41 Ambient temperature display 6 42 Audio display 6 43 Climate control display 6...

Page 351: ...oster 5 40 Rearview Mirror 3 56 Recreational Towing 7 21 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country 9 12 Rocking the Vehicle 4 8 S Safety Defects Reporting 9 38 Seat Belt System Automatic locking 2...

Page 352: ...6 Replacement 8 28 Rotation 8 27 Snow tires 4 9 Spare tire and tool storage 7 3 Specifications 10 5 Tire chains 4 9 Uniform tire quality grading system UTQGS 9 16 Tool 7 3 T Towing Description 7 18 Em...

Page 353: ...nt seat belt pretensioner system 5 29 Low fuel 5 29 Low washer fluid level 5 31 Seat belt 5 29 Warranty 9 9 Washer Fluid 8 19 Weights 10 4 Wheel Replacement 8 29 Windows Power windows 3 34 Windshield...

Page 354: ...Black plate 354 1 11 8 Mazdaspeed6_8U01 EA 05H_Edition1 Page354 Thursday July 7 2005 1 4 PM Form No 8U01 EA 05H...

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