warning MAZDA MODEL 6 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

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11. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades
12. Max. permissible inflation pressure
13. SAFETY WARNING
P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation
of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and
load index rating may be different from the example.
P
Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated
by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).
NOTE
If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO
(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 millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.
65
“ 65 ”is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width.
R
“R” is the tire construction symbol. R indicates “Radial ply construction ”.
15
“15 ”is the wheel rim diameter in inches.
95
“95 ”is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each
tire can support.
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Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades
Tread wear:The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
Traction: The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades
represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance.
Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when 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. These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels.
Make sure you purchase snow tires that are the same size and construction type as the other
tires on your vehicle.
SAFETY WARNING
The following safety warning appears on the tire's sidewall.
SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM:
lEXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING-
MATCH TIRE DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER; NEVER EXCEED 40 psi (275 kPa)
TO SEAT BEADS-ONLY SPECIALLY TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD MOUNT
TIRES.
lTIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER-INFLATION/OVERLOADING/DAMAGE-
FOLLOW OWNER'S MANUAL AND PLACARD IN VEHICLE-FREQUENTLY
CHECK INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT FOR DAMAGE.
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WARNING
Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the
recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the
information in this owner's manual:Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.
Under-inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may
result in severe cracking, tread separation or “blowout ”, with unexpected loss of
vehicle control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing
and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It
results in unnecessary tire stress, irregular wear, loss of control and accidents. A tire
can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat!
It is impossible to determine whether or not tires are properly inflated just by looking
at them.
q Checking Tire Pressure
1. When you check the air pressure, make sure the tires are cold ―meaning they are not
hot from driving even a mile.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve.
4. Add air to achieve recommended air pressure.
5. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge.
6. Replace the valve cap.
7. Repeat with each tire, including the spare.
NOTE
Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure.
8. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak.
9. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges, cracks or other irregularities.
NOTE
Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the
pressure.
Under-inflation can cause serious failures and accidents.
Over-inflation can produce a harsh ride and the greater possibility of damage from road hazards.
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qReplacing a Tire
WARNING
Always use tires that are in good condition:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could
result in an accident.
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread. Replace
the tire when this happens.
New tread Tread wear indicator
Worn tread
You should replace it before the band is across the entire tread.
NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires
generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high
loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. You should replace 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 9-24.
qSafety Practices
The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivate
good driving habits for your own benefit.
lObserve posted speed limitslAvoid fast starts, stops and turnslAvoid potholes and objects on the roadlDo no run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking
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Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to
tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle
damage.
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to keep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design rating capability. Properly loading your vehicle will
provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle,
familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight ratings,
from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:
WARNING
Overloaded Vehicle: Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious
consequences in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's
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 and control. It also increases the
distance required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail
completely, particularly on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a
combination of the size of the tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation
pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the
vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
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SAMPLE
WARNING
Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits:Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and
could result in death or serious 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 weight rating limits.
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to
tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle
damage.
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GCW
GCW (Gross Combination Weight)is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW).
GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the
vehicle - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking
damage. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR.
WARNING
Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications:
Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous.
Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, or
damage to the vehicle.
Do not use replacement 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 increase the GVWR and GAWR
limitations.
Never exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label.
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Personalization Features
The following“Personalization Features ”are possible. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Setting FunctionInitial Setting After Setting Change
Auto headlight on/off Adjusts headlight illumination on/off timing
based on surrounding lightness/darkness 2000
―4000 lx 1000 ―2000 lx
Auto headlight off Time required for headlights to turn off after
ignition is switched off 30 seconds 0/60/120 seconds
Turn indicator Sets beep sound volume level HighLow
Blind spot warning Deactivates warning beep function Activated Deactivated
Illumination entry Time required for interior lamp to turn off
automatically after all doors are closed
15 seconds 7.5/30/60 seconds
Deactivates function that allows interior lamp
to illuminate automatically when ignition is
switched off Activated Deactivated
Deactivates function that allows interior lamp
to illuminate automatically when doors are
unlocked Activated Deactivated
Time required for interior lamp to turn off
automatically
(prevents battery depletion when a door is
open/ajar) 30 minutes 10 minutes
Smart turn Activates function that allows turn signal lights
to flash three times with momentary turn switch
operation (when changing lanes)
Deactivated Activated
Keyless entry Selects unlocking method with the retractable
key
Press×2
Press×1
Time required for doors to relock automatically
after unlocking with transmitter 30 seconds 60/90 seconds
Deactivates function that allows horn to sound
automatically when doors are locked by
pressing transmitter two consecutive times Activated Deactivated
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SettingFunctionInitial Setting After Setting Change
Advanced keyless
entry Activates function to automatically lock doors
when leaving vehicle
(with key being carried away)
Deactivated Activated
Deactivates advanced key remaining battery
level warning light in instrument cluster Activated Deactivated
Adjusts sound volume of answer-back beep
during keyless entry system operation Low High/Deactivated
Adjusts sound volume of warning beep for
advanced keyless entry system High
Low
Chooses whether permission is given to open
trunk when advanced keys are both inside trunk
or outside vehicle Permitted Not permitted
Deactivates function that allows power supply
to turn off automatically when ignition has been
switched to ACC for a long period of time Activated Deactivated
Selects a transition pattern in which ignition
position can be switched when pressing push
button start ON> Off ON> ACC> Off
Deactivates advanced key function Activated Deactivated
Selects door unlocking method with the door
handle sensor and/or the request switch. 1. Touch the
handle, and only
the driver's door
unlocks.2. Touch the handle,
and all doors unlock./3.
Press the request
switch once to unlock
driver's door. Press
again to unlock the
rest./4. Touch the
handle to unlock
driver's door, then
press the request
switch to unlock the
rest.
The following “Personalization Features ”can be changed by customer.
Setting FunctionInitial Setting After Setting Change
Welcome sound Deactivates welcome sound function 6-28 Activated Deactivated
Personalization Features
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 6-105
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-18
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-19
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-18
Locking, unlocking doors ............ 3-8
Opening the trunk lid with request
switch ......................................... 3-10
Operational range ......................... 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-16
Service ......................................... 3-6
Warning and beep sounds .......... 3-19
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-22
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-41
Antenna ............................................. 6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-7 Warning light ............................... 5-8
Appearance Care ............................... 8-52
Audio System ................................... 6-16 Audio control switch .................. 6-56
Audio set .................................... 6-27
AUX mode ................................. 6-59
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-16
Safety certification ..................... 6-62
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips ................................ 5-18
Fluid ........................................... 8-24
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-15
Shift-lock override ..................... 5-14
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-14
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-13
B
BatteryEmergency starting .................... 7-13
Maintenance ............................... 8-31
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beeps Electronic Steering Lock ............ 5-59
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-59
Seat belt warning beep Sounds ... 5-59
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep ............................................ 5-59
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5
After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System .................................. 5-33 BSM OFF Indicator Light .......... 5-35
BSM OFF Switch ....................... 5-36
Care of Radar Sensors ................ 5-36
Warning Light/Beep ................... 5-35
Bluetooth Audio ............................... 6-63
Bluetooth Hands-Free ....................... 6-72 Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
Operation ................................... 6-76
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ........................................ 6-79
Hands-Free Setting ..................... 6-85
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free
Customer Service ....................... 6-92
Safety Certification .................... 6-92
When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot
be Used ...................................... 6-91
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-28
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-101
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................... 8-22
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