check engine MAZDA MODEL 6 2017 (in English) Owner's Manual

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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
SignalWarning
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that \
some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated.
Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfuncti\
on of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated
because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning
Light This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while dr\
iving:
1.Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2.Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil p\
an.
3. Inspect the engine oil level 6-29. If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine
oil while being careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
4.Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or \
after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected
If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes, the system may
have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your vehicle inspected.
Signal Warning
ABS Warning LightIf the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a
system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally a\
s if the vehicle had
no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
 The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Master Warning
Indication/Warning Light
Type A instrument cluster
Displays when notification of the system malfunctions is required.
Check the message indicated in the display and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Indication in display and master warning light in instrument cluster are\
illuminated at same
time.
This indicates a malfunction with the vehicle system. Check the message \
indicated in the
display and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
For details, refer to the explanations for the warning/indicator lights,\
in the warning/
indicator lights section, which match the symbol in the upper part of th\
e display.
If a message is not indicated in the display, operate the INFO switch to display the
“Warning” screen.
Refer to Message Indicated in Multi-information Display and INFO Switch on page 4-21.
Type B instrument cluster
The light illuminates continuously if any one of the following occurs. C\
onsult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
There is a malfunction in the battery management system.
 There is a malfunction in the brake switch.
Electric Parking
Brake Warning Light The warning light illuminates when the system has a malfunction. Have yo\
ur vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Check Engine Light If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem.\
It is important to
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.The engine's electrical system has a problem.The emission control system has a problem.The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds
and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
SignalWarning Action to be taken
Smart Brake Support/
Smart City Brake
Support (SBS/SCBS) Warning Indication
*
The light turns on if the windshield or
the radar sensor are dirty, or there is a
malfunction in the system. Verify the reason why the warning light is
illuminated on the center display.
If the reason why the warning light is
illuminated is due to a dirty windshield,
clean the windshield.
If the warning light is illuminated because
of a dirty radar sensor, clean the front
emblem.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Amber)
Smart City Brake
Support (SCBS) Warning Light
*
The light turns on if the windshield is
dirty or there is a malfunction in the
system. Verify the reason why the warning light is
illuminated on the center display.
If the reason why the warning light is
illuminated is due to a dirty windshield,
clean the windshield.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle
inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Low Fuel Warning
Indication/Warning Light The light turns on when the remaining
fuel is about 9.0 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp
gal).NOTE
The light illumination timing may
vary because fuel inside the fuel tank
moves around according to the driving
conditions and the vehicle posture.
Add fuel.
Check Fuel Cap Warning
Light*
If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates while driving, the fuel-filler
cap may not be installed properly. Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel-filler
cap.
Refer to Fuel-Filler Cap on page 3-29
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Specifications
Specifications
Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
ItemCapacity
Engine oil With oil filter replacement
4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Coolant Manual transaxle
6.9 L (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 7.2 L (7.6 US qt, 6.3 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 1.65 L (1.74 US qt, 1.45 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 62.0 L (16.4 US gal, 13.6 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Dimensions
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length Without license plate holder
4,865 mm (191.5 in)
With license plate holder 4,895 mm (192.7 in)
Overall width 1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Overall height 1,450 mm (57.1 in)
Front tread 17 inch wheel vehicle
1,585 mm (62.4 in)
19 inch wheel vehicle 1,595 mm (62.8 in)
Rear tread 17 inch wheel vehicle
1,575 mm (62.0 in)
19 inch wheel vehicle 1,585 mm (62.4 in)
Wheelbase 2,830 mm (111.4 in)
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Specifications
Specifications
Weights
U.S.A. and Canada
ItemWeight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,932 kg (4,259 lbs)1,976 kg (4,356 lbs)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
1,006 kg (2,218 lbs) 1,049 kg (2,313 lbs)
Rear 931 kg (2,052 lbs) 932 kg (2,055 lbs)
Mexico
Item Weight
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) Total
1,988 kg (4,383 lbs)
Front 1,018 kg (2,244 lbs)
Rear 970 kg (2,138 lbs)
Air Conditioner
The type of refrigerant used is indicated on a label attached to the ins\
ide of the engine
compartment. Check the label before recharging the refrigerant. Refer to Climate Control
System on page 5-2.
Item Classification
Refrigerant Type HFC134a (R-134a)
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