lights MAZDA MODEL 6 2013 Smart Start Guide (in English)
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Engine Ready to 
Start Indicator Light
ACC  
Indicator  
Light
Ignition ON 
Indicator  Light
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Key
STARTING THE ENGINE
While Carrying the Advanced Key…
•	Start the engine	by	pushing	the	START/STOP	button,	while 	 
pushing the clutch pedal (manual transmission) or the brake pedal   
(automatic transmission).
•	 Shut the engine OFF	by	pushing	the	START/STOP	button	again.
•	 Activate Accessories (ACC) 	by	pushing	the	START/STOP	button 	 
once without pushing the clutch or brake pedal. 
•	    The key indicator light 
 will show GREEN  when the advanced key   
is detected and the brake pedal is pushed. The engine is ready to start.   
The indicator flashes RED  (for 3 seconds) when the key is not detected   
or if the advanced keyless transmitter battery is dead. If illuminated   
RED , the push button start may not start the engine, unless the   
auxiliary key is used.
NOTE: 
•		
Engine Stop  
Continuously	pushing	the	START/STOP	button	while	the	engine	is	running	will 	 
turn	the	engine	OFF.	Use	only	in	case	of	an	emergency.
•	  
Vehicle Entry/Engine Start  If the advanced key cannot be used due to a malfunction or dead advanced key 
battery,	use	the	auxiliary	key	to	lock /unlock	the	doors	and	to	start	the	engine.
GENUINE  MAzDA  ACCESSORIES
Genuine Mazda Accessories are built to the same standards of quality as 
your Mazda. That means they fit right, work right, and look great. Choose 
from a wide range of interior and exterior accessories to make your   
Mazda6 fit your personality and lifestyle. After all, you are what you drive.  
Personalize your Mazda6 with the following Genuine Mazda Accessories:
•	 3.5	mm	Audio	Cable
•	 All-Weather	Floor	Mats
•	 Auto-Dimming		 	
	 Rearview	Mirror		
	 with	Compass		
	 and	HomeLink
®
•	 Bluetooth®	Car	Kit		
	 by	Motorola
•	 Car	Cover
•	 Car	Cover	Cable	Lock
•	 Cargo	Mat
•	 Cargo	Net •	 Cargo	Tray
•	 Door	Sill	Trim	Plates
•	 First	Aid	Kit
•	 Fog	Lights
•	 Front	Mask
•	 Fuel-Filler	Door
•	 iPod®	Integration
•	 License	Plate	Frames
•	 Moonroof		
	 Wind	Deflector
•	 Portable	Navigation		
	 Devices	by	Garmin
®
•	 Rear	Bumper	Guard
•	 Remote	Engine	Start
•	 Roadside		
	 Assistance	Kit
•	 SiriusXM
®
•	 	 Splash	Guards		
(Front	and	Rear)
•	 Spoiler
•	 Touch-up	Paint
•	 Wheel	Locks
•	 Windshield	Sunscreen
With the Auxiliary Key…
1     To start engine, locate the key slot cover on the steering column and   
remove the cover.
2     Insert	the	auxiliary	key	into	the	key	slot,	then	push	the	START/STOP 	 
button	with	the	clutch	pedal	(M/ T)	or	the	brake	pedal	(A / T)	pushed	down 	 
to start the engine. 
Key Release
Auxiliary Key(for opening the doors   
and star ting the engine)
Advanced Key (Rear)
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Instrument Cluster
910
FUEL  GAUGE TAC H O M E T E RINSTRUMENT 
CLUSTER DIMMER1A MBIENT 
TEMPERATURE2
G LOSSARY OF W ARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
NOTE: See	Owner’s	Manual	for	more	details	and	explanations. SPEEDOMETER
E
NGINE  COOLANT  
T EMPERATURE   
GAUGETRIP  METER   
SELECTOR2 , 3ODOMETER / 
TRIP  METERSHIFT LEVER 
POSITION   
INDICATOR
1 Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and \
other dashboard illuminations.2	To	change	ambient	temperature	between	Celsius	and	Fahrenheit,	push	trip	meter	selector	twice	from		
  Trip A (or once from Trip B) to change to Temperature Mode. Push and hold trip meter selector for   
  1 second until temperature reading begins flashing and the change occurs. To return back to Trip Mode,   
  push trip meter selector once (or wait 3 seconds after releasing trip meter selector or turn ignition off).
3 Push to toggle between trip meter (A & B). When a trip meter is selec\
ted, push and hold to reset to   
  zero miles.
NOTE:  Low	ambient	temperature	and/or	high	altitude	causes	tire	pressures	to	drop	
and may turn the TPMS warning light on. If the warning light comes on, check the tire 
pressure and fill the tires as soon as possible, preferably before moving the vehicle  
and warming up the tires. Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold.
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The instrument cluster has a dimmer function that can be 
cancelled to make the illumination brighter during the 
day when the headlights are on. If the illumination   
is too dim during the day, press the knob, or if 
the illumination does not dim when turning   
on the headlights at night, press the knob. 
When dimmed, rotate the knob to adjust   
the brightness of the illumination.
   Low Fuel Level
  KEY Warning R
ED Advanced key not detected or 
advanced key battery is dead
  KEY Detected (engine ready 
to start) G
REEN 
On:	Advanced	key	detected;	engine 	
is ready to start.   
Flashing:	Advanced	key	battery	is	low.
  Check Fuel Cap
  Electronic Steering Lock
  Lights On (Exterior)
  Tire Pressure 
 
Monitoring System   
(TPMS) Warning Light  
On/ Warning	Beep:	Low	tire	pressure 	
in one or more tires.   
Flashing: 	TPMS 	Malfunction
BSM 
OFF   BSM OFF
 
(Blind Spot Monitoring)
OFF
   DSC OFF
 
(Dynamic Stability Control)
   Charging System 
Malfunction
  Powertrain Malfunction/
Reduced Power
 
 ABS (Antilock Brake 
System) Malfunction
  Check Engine Light
  Brake Warning Light
 Parking	brake	on/low	brake 	 
fluid/malfunction
   Turn Signal/Hazard 
 
Warning Indicator Lights
   Automatic Transmission 
Malfunction
  Headlight High Beams On
  Traction Control System 
(TCS)/Dynamic Stability 
Control (DSC)
 
On:	TCS/DSC	malfunction 	 
Flashing:	TCS/DSC	operating
   Shift Lever Position 
Indicator
  Airbag/Front Seat Belt 
Pretensioner System 
Malfunction
  Low Engine Oil Pressure
  Security Indicator Light
  Door-Ajar
  Seat Belt 
 
Unbuckled/Malfunction
   Cruise Main Indicator 
 
Light On ( A MBER )/ 
Cruise Set Indicator   
Light On 
( G REEN ) 
  Low Wa
sher Fluid Level
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Feature Highlights
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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROL LEVER
Pull  
to Flash   
High  Beams
AUTO: The rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall and turns 
the wipers on or off. Rotate inner ring away from you (clockwise) for 
less sensitivity (requires more rain to turn wipers on) and toward you 
(counterclockwise) for more sensitivity (requires less rain to turn wipers on).
1
2
3HI LO
AUTO
OFF
MIST
CAUTION:
	When	the	ignition	is	ON,	turn	the	AUTO	wipers	OFF	when 	
going through a car wash, or while cleaning or touching the windshield. www.MazdaUSA.com
   NOTE:	Vehicles	not	equipped	with	AUTO	
wipers	will	have	INT	wipers.	Set	the	lever	to	INT	
and choose an interval timing by rotating the 
ring between fast and slow.
Pull lever to dispense 
windshield washer fluid More sensitive
Less sensitive
HEADLIGHT LEVELING
Adjust headlight 
angle with headlight 
leveling switch 
depending on vehicle 
passengers & load 
(example:	Driver	only
	
= 0, Driver + Passengers = 1 or 
2,	etc.	).	Refer	to	your	Owner’s 	
Manual for complete details.
LIGHTING CONTROL/TURN SIGNAL LEVER
AUTO:  The light sensor   
automatically determines 
when to turn the headlights   
on or off.
:   Turns tail, parking, dashboard,   
and headlights on.
:   Turns fog lights 
on only when 
headlights 
are on.:  Turns tail, 
parking, and 
dashboard 
lights on.
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Feature Highlights
AUTO -DIMMING  MIRRORS  AND HOME LINK® 
	 •	 		
Auto-dimming	automatically	darkens	your 	
rearview mirror and driver side door mirror 
to reduce headlight glare from the vehicles 
behind you.
	 •	 	 Auto-dimming	is	activated	every	time	the 	
vehicle is started.
NOTE: 
•	  
The driver side door mirror will appear to have a halo, or ring, around the outer  
edge of the mirror surface. This is actually the electrical circuitry that allows the  
mirror to dim. This is normal operation of the mirror.
•	 In	addition	to	the	auto-dimming	mirror’s	rear	light	sensor,	there	is	also	a 	 
front light sensor (not shown). Do not place or hang any objects over the   
front	or	rear	mirror	light	sensors;	otherwise,	the	auto-dimming	mirrors	will 	 
not operate properly.
HomeLink®
	 •	 	 This	feature	provides	a	convenient	way	to	replace	up	to	three 	
transmitters such as garage door openers, home lighting remotes   
and other radio frequency devices.
	 •	 Refer	to	your	Owner’s	Manual	for	complete	programming	details.
Genuine Mazda Accessory Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror with 
Compass and HomeLink® is available at your Authorized Mazda 
Dealer if your vehicle is not equipped with system.
Drivers Auto-Dimming Mirror
On							Off
6-SPEED MANUAL  TRANSMISSION
•	  Push the clutch pedal down completely 
to start the engine and to shift gears.
•	   To place the transmission in Reverse, place 
shifter in the neutral position, push the shifter 
down, move to the left and push forward. Lower 
Gear
Higher 
Gear
13 14
Auto-Dimming  
Indicator LightAuto-Dimming   
On
HomeLinkRear 
Light   
SensorAuto-Dimming   
Off
S PORT  A/T MANUAL  SHIFT  MODE
The Sport A/T  Manual Shift Mode gives you 
the feel of driving a manual transmission by 
allowing you to manually shift to control engine 
rpm and torque when more control is desired.
To Use Manual Shift Mode:
	 •	 	 Shift	lever	from	D	to	M.
NOTE:
 Changing to manual mode   
can be done while driving the vehicle.
To Shift Up To A Higher Gear:
	 •	 	 Tap	shift	lever	back	(+)	once.
To Shift Down To A Lower Gear:
	 •	 	 Tap	shift	lever	forward	(-)	once.
The transmission will automatically adjust how and when it shifts gears   
based on road conditions and your driving style. The transmission may stay   
in a lower gear longer than usual when going up or down hills or driving 
around corners. This feature gives you better control and a more connected 
driving experience. www.MazdaUSA.com
Neutral Position
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Feature Highlights
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REAR MOUNT CAMERA*
Placing the gearshift lever into 
Reverse automatically operates 
the rear view camera and is 
viewable in the rear view mirror, 
or audio unit with display, or 
navigation display (as equipped).
NOTE:
 When using the rear 
view camera, please check your 
surroundings as objects may be 
closer than they appear.
S IDE  ExTENSION  SUNVISORS
The visor extender extends the 
sunvisor’s range of sun shading. 
To use, pull it out. www.MazdaUSA.com
Rear Mount Camera
INFORMATION DISPLAY
 
Climate Control Display
Climate Control  Display Trip Computer/
Clock Display Audio/Hands-Free 
Display Climate 
Control Display
NOTE: Information display contents vary depending on vehicle grade.
With multi-information display
Clock Trip Computer Climate 
Control Display
Without multi-information display
ALUMINUM WHEEL CARE
Your aluminum wheels have a 
protective	coating	on	them.	Only	use 	
a mild soap or neutral detergent with 
a sponge or soft cloth to clean them. 
CAUTION:  Using a wire brush, 
polishing compound, solvent, or 
any type of abrasive cleaner may 
damage the protective coating.
Genuine Mazda Accessory 
Wheel Locks are available at 
your Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Feature Highlights
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NOTE: Do	not	rely	completely	on	the	BSM	system	and	be	sure	to	look	over 	
your	shoulder	before	changing	lanes:  
•	 The BSM system can assist the driver in confirming the safety of the surroundings,  
  but is not a complete substitute. 
•	 The	driver	is	responsible	for	ensuring	safe	lane	changes	and	other	maneuvers. 	
•	 Always	pay	attention	to	the	direction	in	which	the	vehicle	is	traveling	and	the 	 
  vehicle’s surroundings. 
•	 The	BSM	system	does	not	operate	when	the	vehicle	speed	is	lower	than	about 	 
	 20	mph	(32	km/h).
Turning BSM System Off
To	manually	turn	the	BSM	system	off,	push	the	BSM	OFF	switch	on	the	dash. 	
The	BSM	OFF	indicator	will	illuminate	in	the	instrument	cluster	when	the	BSM 	
system is off. The BSM system will automatically turn on the next time the 
vehicle is started.
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Your Vehicle
Detection Areas
P O R TA B L E AUDIO P L AY E R INTEGRATION USING THE AU x JACK
Your vehicle is equipped with an AUX or 
auxiliary jack that will allow you to play 
your portable audio player through the 
vehicle’s audio system. Learn the system 
when parked and do not let it distract 
you while driving.
NOTE:  
Available at your Authorized Mazda 
Dealer is the Genuine Mazda Accessory  
3.5 mm audio cable which can be used to 
connect your portable audio player into the 
aux jack.
 1  Locate the AUX jack inside the center console. 
  2   Plug 3.5 mm audio cable into the portable   
audio player and into the AUX jack. Turn   
portable audio player on. 
  3 Turn the vehicle audio system on.
  4	 •	 Without Navigation System: 	Push	AUX	(or	CD/AUX)	button	on		
   audio system  OR	push	MODE	button	on	steering	wheel	controls		
      until “AUX” is displayed.
		•	 With Navigation System: 	Push	SOURCE	button	on	audio		
      system, then push AUX1 on screen OR 	push	MODE	button	on		
      steering wheel controls until “AUX1” is displayed.
  5   Use the portable audio player controls to play music.
I M P O R TA N T:
 Set the volume level on your portable audio player to the highest 
level before distortion starts, then adjust the volume on the audio system.
B LIND  SPOT  MONITORING  (BSM) SYSTEM
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver 
by monitoring the blind spots to the rear of the vehicle on both sides.
	 •		 If	your	vehicle	speed	is	20	mph	(32	km/h)	or	more,	the	BSM	will	warn 	
you of vehicles in the detection area by illuminating the BSM warning 
lights located on the left and right door mirrors.
	 •	 	 If	you	operate	a	turn	signal	in	the	direction	of	an	illuminated	BSM 	
warning light, the system will also warn you with a beep and warning 
light flash.
	 •	 	 BSM	sensors	are	located	under	the	left	and	right	rear	bumper	areas. 	
The BSM system may not operate properly if the rear bumper gets too 
dirty, so keep the rear bumper area clean. 
Please	refer	to	your	Owner’s	Manual	for	complete	details. www.MazdaUSA.com
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