audio MAZDA MODEL 6 2017 Owners Manual (in English)

Table ofContents
PictorialIndex
Interio r,exterio rviewsa ndpart identificatio nofyour Mazda.1
EssentialSafety Equipment
Importan tinformatio nabout safety equipment, includingseats,seatbelt
system, child-restrain tsystems andSRSairb ags.2
BeforeDriving
Use ofvarious features, including keys,doors,m irrorsandwindows.3
WhenDriving
Informatio nconcerning safedriving andstopping.4
InteriorFeatures
Use ofvarious featuresfor ridec omfort,i ncluding air-conditioning andaudio
system.5
Maintenancea nd Care
Howt okeep your Mazdai ntop condition.6
IfTrouble Arises
Helpful informatio nonw hatt odoifa problem ariseswiththevehicle.7
CustomerInformation andReporting SafetyDefects
Importan tconsumer informatio nincluding warranties andadd-on equipment.8
Specifications
Technical informatio nabout your Mazda.9
Index10
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Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
Audio control switches ........................................................................\
.................. page 5-41
Instrument cluster ........................................................................\
.......................... page 4-12
Cruise control switch ........................................................................\
....... page 4-118, 4-155
Dashboard illumination knob ........................................................................\
........ page 4-17
Push button start ........................................................................\
.............................. page 4-4
Heated steering wheel switch ........................................................................\
........ page 3-30
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................................................................\
...... page 4-65
Steering shift switches ........................................................................\
.................. page 4-46
Lock release lever ........................................................................\
......................... page 3-30
Hood release handle ........................................................................\
...................... page 6-23
Remote fuel-filler lid release ........................................................................\
......... page 3-28
Trunk release button ........................................................................\
...................... page 3-21
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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Pictorial Index
Interior Overview
Interior Equipment (View B)
SRS air bags ........................................................................\
.................................. page 2-40
Active driving display ........................................................................\
................... page 4-29
Climate control system ........................................................................\
.................... page 5-2
Rear window defogger switch ........................................................................\
....... page 4-63
Audio system ........................................................................\
................................. page 5-13
Glove compartment ........................................................................\
....................... page 5-92
Shift lever/Selector lever ........................................................................\
...... page 4-39, 4-42
Commander switch ........................................................................\
....................... page 5-21
Electric parking brake switch ........................................................................\
........ page 4-71
Drive selection switch ........................................................................\
................... page 4-86
Fuse block ........................................................................\
..................................... page 6-59
Storage pocket ........................................................................\
............................... page 5-91
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
NOTE
 It may be difficult to view the display when wearing sunglasses. Take off your sunglasses
or adjust the luminosity.
 If the battery terminal has been disconnected and re-connected or the battery voltage is
low, the adjusted position may deviate.
 The display may be difficult to view or temporarily affected by weather conditions such as
rain, snow, light, and temperature.
 If the audio system is removed, the active driving display cannot be operated.
The active driving display indicates the following information:
 Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Operation Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) on page 4-94.
 Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) Operation Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Distance Recognition Support System (DRSS) on page 4-107.
 Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) traffic signs and Warnings
Refer to Traffic Sign Recognition System (TSR) on page 4-100.
 Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) Operation Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC) on page 4-115.
 Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) Operation
Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) on
page 4-125.
 Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) Warnings
Refer to Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) on page 4-138.
 Smart Brake Support (SBS) Operation Conditions and Warnings
Refer to Smart Brake Support (SBS) on page 4-143.
 Cruise Control Operation Conditions
Refer to Cruise Control on page 4-155.
 Navigation Guidance (vehicles with navigation system)
 Speed limit indicator (vehicles with navigation system)
 Vehicle Speed
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When Driving
i-ELOOP
*Some models.
i-ELOOP*
i-ELOOP is a regenerative braking system. When you depress the brake pedal or use
engine braking, the kinetic energy that occurs is converted to electrical energy by the power
generator and the converted electrical energy is stored in the rechargeable battery (capacitor
and battery). The stored electricity is used as power to charge the battery and the vehicle's
electrical devices.
 A variable voltage alternator is incorporated in the power generator whic\
h converts
the kinetic energy to electricity and can generate electricity efficiently according to the
vehicle conditions.
 A capacitor is used to store large amounts of electricity instantly which can be utilized
quickly.
 A DC-DC converter is incorporated which steps down the stored electricity\
to voltage
useable by the vehicle's electrical devices.
Electric components
Engine Components
V ehicle Systems:
Air -conditioning
Audio
Head-lights, etc
Accelerator OFF
Accelerator ON Ener
gy
regeneration Charge Battery
Battery
Po
wer
Po wer
Electric componentsEngine Components
V ehicle Systems:
Air -conditioning
Audio
Head-lights, etc
Engine Variable
V oltage
alternator
V ariable
V oltage
alternator
Engine
T ire
T
ire Capacitor
CapacitorDC-DC con
verter
DC-DC con verter
Kinetic ener gy
Electrical po wer
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5Interior Features
Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and
audio system.
Climate Control System..................................................................... 5-2
Operating Tips ........................................................................\
....... 5-2
Vent Operation ........................................................................\
...... 5-3
Manual Type ........................................................................\
......... 5-5
Fully Automatic Type .................................................................... 5-9
Audio System ........................................................................\
............ 5-13
Antenna ........................................................................\
............... 5-13
Operating Tips for Audio System ............................................... 5-13
Audio Set ........................................................................\
............ 5-21
Audio Control Switch Operation ................................................ 5-41
AUX/USB mode ........................................................................\
. 5-43
Bluetooth
® ........................................................................\
................. 5-51
Bluetooth® ........................................................................\
........... 5-51
Bluetooth® Hands-Free ............................................................... 5-60
Bluetooth® Audio ........................................................................\
5-69
Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
.. 5-81
Interior Equipment ........................................................................\
.. 5-84
Sunvisors ........................................................................\
............. 5-84
Interior Lights ........................................................................\
..... 5-85
Accessory Sockets ...................................................................... 5-88
Cup Holder ........................................................................\
.......... 5-89
Bottle Holder ........................................................................\
....... 5-90
Storage Compartments ................................................................ 5-91
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Interior Features
Audio System
*Some models.
Antenna
AM/FM Radio Antenna
The antenna is embedded into the window
glass.
CAUTION
When washing the inside of the
window which has an antenna, use
a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm
water, gently wiping the antenna lines.
Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the antenna.
Satellite Radio Antenna*
Satellite radio antenna
Operating Tips for Audio
System
WARNING
Always adjust the audio while the
vehicle is stopped:Do not adjust the audio control
switches while driving the vehicle.
Adjusting the audio while driving
the vehicle is dangerous as it could
distract your attention from the vehicle
operation which could lead to a
serious accident.
Even if the audio control switches are
equipped on the steering wheel, learn
to use the switches without looking
down at them so that you can keep
your maximum attention on the road
while driving the vehicle.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving,
adjust the audio volume to a level that
allows you to hear sounds outside of
the vehicle including car horns and
particularly emergency vehicle sirens.
NOTE
 To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the audio
system on for a long period of time
when the engine is not running.
 If a cellular phone or CB radio is used
in or near the vehicle, it could cause
noise to occur from the audio system,
however, this does not indicate that the
system has been damaged.
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Interior Features
Audio System
Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
Do not insert any objects, other than CDs,
into the slot.
Radio Reception
AM characteristics
AM signals bend around such things as
buildings or mountains and bounce off the
ionosphere.
Therefore, they can reach longer distances
than FM signals.
Because of this, two stations may
sometimes be picked up on the same
frequency at the same time.
Station 2
Station 1 Ionosphere
FM characteristics
An FM broadcast range is usually about
40—50 km (25—30 miles) from the
source. Because of extra coding needed to
break the sound into two channels, stereo
FM has even less range than monaural
(non-stereo) FM.
FM Station
40—50km
(25—30 miles)
Signals from an FM transmitter are similar
to beams of light because they do not
bend around 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 wa
ve
FM wa
ve
FM wa ve
100—200 km (60—120 miles)
Ionosphere
Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will cause
poor reception. However, cloudy days may
provide better reception than clear days.
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Audio System
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive both
the direct signal and the reflected signal
at the same time. This causes a slight
delay in reception and may be heard as a
broken sound or a distortion. This problem
may also be encountered when in close
proximity to the transmitter.
Reflected wave
Direct
Flutter/Skip noise
Signals from an FM transmitter move in
straight lines and become weak in valleys
between tall buildings, mountains, and
other obstacles. When a vehicle passes
through such an area, the reception
conditions may change suddenly, resulting
in annoying noise.
Weak signal noise
In suburban areas, broadcast signals
become weak because of distance from the
transmitter. Reception in such fringe areas
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 receiver.
Station drift noise
When a vehicle reaches the area of two
strong stations broadcasting at similar
frequencies, the original station may be
temporarily lost and the second station
picked up. At this time there will be some
noise from this disturbance.
Station 2 88.3 MHzStation 1
88.1 MHz
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Audio System
Operating Tips for CD Player
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the CD or
optical components (prism and lens) in
the CD player may become clouded with
condensation. At this time, the CD will
eject immediately when placed in the unit.
A clouded CD can be corrected simply by
wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded optical
components will clear naturally in about
an hour. Wait for normal operation to
return before attempting to use the unit.
Handling the CD player
The following precautions should be
observed.
 Do not use deformed or cracked CDs.
The disc may not eject resulting in a
malfunction.
 Do not use non-conventional discs such
as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc.
The disc may not eject resulting in a
malfunction.
 If the memory portion of the CD is
transparent or translucent, do not use the
disc.
T ransparent
 A new CD may have rough edges on its
inner and outer perimeters. If a disc with
rough edges is used, proper setting will
not be possible and the CD player will
not play the CD. In addition, the disc
may not eject resulting in a malfunction.
Remove the rough edges in advance
by using a ball-point pen or pencil
as shown in the following figure. To
remove the rough edges, rub the side of
the pen or pencil against the inner and
outer perimeter of the CD.
 When driving over uneven surfaces, the
sound may jump.
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