dashboard MAZDA MODEL 6 2004 (in English) User Guide

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Driving Your Mazda
Instrument Cluster and Indicators
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is in the tank. We recommend
keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the
low fuel warning light illuminates or
when the needle is near E, refuel as soon
as possible.

Dashboard Illumination
When the headlight switch is in the or
position, rotate the thumb-wheel to
adjust the brightness of the dashboard
lights.

Instrument Cluster Dimmer
Cancel Button (Black-out meter)
When the headlight switch is in the or
position, the instrument cluster
illumination dims.
When driving on snowy or foggy roads, or
in other situations when the instrument
cluster’s visibility is reduced due to glare
from surrounding brightness, the
instrument cluster dimmer cancel button
increases the illumination intensity.
Press the button to increase the intensity
of the instrument cluster illumination.
Press the button again to return to the
previous illumination.
Low fuel
warning light
Bright
Dim
Instrument cluster
dimmer cancel
button
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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Daytime Running Lights
(Canada)
In Canada, vehicles must be driven with
the headlights on during daytime
operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights
automatically turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position.

Turn Signal
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
Green indicators on the dashboard show
which signal is working.
Lane-change signals
Move the lever slightly toward the
direction of the change —until the
indicator flashes— and hold it there. It
will return to the off position when
released.
NOTE
The running lights go off when the
parking brake is applied.
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
NOTE
If an indicator light stays on without
flashing or if it flashes abnormally, the
turn signal bulb may be burned out.
Right turn
Left turn Right lane
change
Left lane
changeOFF
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Selecting the Airflow Mode
Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents
Floor Vents Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Adjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, press volume
button ( ).
To decrease the volume, press volume
button ( ).

Changing the Source
Press the mode switch ( ) to change
the audio source (AM radio>FM1
radio>FM2 radio>Cassette tape player or
MD player>CD player or CD
changer>cyclical).

Seek Switch
When listening to the radio
Press the seek switch ( , ) to recall
previously stored radio stations.
Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio
switches to the next/previous stored
station in the order that it was stored
(1~6).
Audio Control Switch
Operation
NOTE
Mazda installed this system to help
you avoid being too distracted using
audio controls on the dashboard.
Always make safe driving your first
priority.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
*12.3-liter engine*23.0-liter engine
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
24 BLOWER 40A Blower motor
25 BTN 40AOverhead light,
Power door lock
26—— —
27 DEFOG 40ARear window
defroster
28 ABS 60A ABS
29AD FAN
*130A Cooling fan
FA N 2*2
30FA N*130A Cooling fan
FA N 1*2
31 TAIL 10ABrake/Taillights,
License plate
lights, Parking
lights
32 ILLUMI 10ADashboard
illumination
33 MAG 10A Magnet clutch
34 AUDIO 15A Audio system
35 P.SEAT 30A Power seat
36 OPENER 7.5A Fuel lid opener
37—— —
38—— —
39 FOG 15A Fog lights
40 MAIN100A
*1For protection of
all circuits
120A*2
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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over the
aluminum wheels. Special care is needed
to protect this coating.

Dashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They’ll damage and discolor
it. If these solutions get on the dashboard,
wipe them off immediately.

Cleaning the Upholstery and
Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leather
Real leather isn’t uniform and may have
scars, scratches, and wrinkles. Clean it
with a leather cleaner or mild soap.
Wipe it with a damp
soft cloth; then dry
and buff it with a dry
soft cloth.
NOTE
•
Don’t use a wire brush or any
abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, or solvent on aluminum
wheels. They may damage the
coating.
•
Only use a mild soap or neutral
detergent and always use a sponge
or soft cloth to clean the wheels.
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm or
cold water. Also, be sure to clean
the wheels after driving on dusty or
salted roads. This helps prevent
corrosion.
•
Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash that uses high-
speed or hard brushes.
•
If your aluminum wheels lose
luster, wax the wheels.
Interior Care
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discoloration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
CAUTION
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Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
Identification Numbers

Vehicle Identification Number
The vehicle identification number legally
identifies your vehicle. The number is on
a plate attached to the left top side of the
dashboard. This plate can easily be seen
through the windshield.

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
Label
Vehicle Emission Control
Information Label

Tire Pressure Label

Engine Number (3.0-liter engine
only)
Vehicle Information Labels
Front
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