MAZDA MODEL 6 2019 (in English) Manual Online

A front passenger is seated as shown in the following
figure:
A rear passenger pushes up on the front passenger seat with their feet.
 Luggage or other items placed under the front passenger seat or between the front
passenger seat and driver seat that push up the front passenger seat bottom.
 An object, such as a seat cushion, is put on the front passenger's seat or between the
passenger's back and the seatback.
 A seat cover is put on the front passenger's seat.
 Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child-restraint system.
 A rear passenger or luggage push or pull down on the front passenger seatback.
 Luggage or other items are placed on the seatback or hung on the head restraint.
 The seat is washed.
 Liquids are spilled on the seat.
 The front passenger seat is moved backward, pushing into luggage or other items placed
behind it.
 The front passenger seatback contacts the rear seat.
 Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat.
 An electric device is put on the front passenger's seat.
 An additional electrical device, such as a seat warmer is installed to the surface of the front
passenger seat.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate
if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light turns on.
CAUTION
 To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensor in
the front seat cushion:
 Do not place sharp objects on the front seat cushion or leave heavy luggage on them.
 Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats.
 To allow the sensors to function properly, always perform the following:
 Adjust the front seats as far back as possibl e and always sit upright against the seatbacks
with seat belts worn properly.
 If you place your child on the front passenger seat, secure the child-restraint system
properly and slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible (page 2-43).
NOTE
The system requires about 10 seconds to alte rnate between turning the front passenger
front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off.
The front passenger air bag deactivation indicato r light may turn on repeatedly if luggage
or other items are put on the front passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's
interior changes suddenly.
The front passenger air bag deactivation indicato r light may turn on for 10 seconds if the
electrostatic capacity on the front passenger seat changes.
The air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light might turn on if the front
passenger seat receives a severe impact.
If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not turn on after installing
a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, first, re-install your child-restraint
system according to the procedure in this owner's manual. Then, if the front passenger air
bag deactivation indicator light still does not tu rn on, install the child-restraint system on
the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
If the front passenger air bag deactivation i ndicator light turns on when an occupant is
seated directly in the front passenger seat, have the passenger re-adjust their posture by
sitting with their feet on the floor, and th en re-fastening the seat belt. If the front
passenger air bag deactivation i ndicator light remains turned on, move the passenger to
the rear seat. If sitting in the rear seat is no t possible, slide the front passenger seat as far
back as possible. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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Constant Monitoring
The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system:

Front air bag sensors
Crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit)
Side crash sensors
Air bag modules
Front seat belt pretensioners
Air bag/Front seat belt pretensioner system warning light
Related wiring
(With Front Passenger Occupa nt Classification System)
Front passenger occupant classification sensor
Front passenger occupant classification module
Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light

The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readin ess. This begins when the
ignition is switched ON and contin ues while the vehicle is being driven.
Essential Safety Equipment
SRS Air Bags
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3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
Keys.................................................... 3-2 Keys.............................................. 3-2
Keyless Entry System................... 3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry
System.................................................3-8 Advanced Keyless Entry System
*.....
...................................................... 3-8
Operational Range........................ 3-9
Doors and Locks.............................. 3-10 Door Locks................................. 3-10
Trunk Lid................. ................... 3-16
Inside Trunk Release Lever
*...... 3-18
Fuel and Emission........................... 3-19 Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions................................. 3-19
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap.............. 3-22
Mirrors............................................. 3-24 Mirrors........................................ 3-24
Windows........................................... 3-29 Power Windows..........................3-29
Moonroof
*.................................. 3-32
Security System............................... 3-35
Modification and Add-On
Equipment...................................3-35
Immobilizer System....................3-35
Theft-Deterrent System
*.............3-37
Driving Tips..................................... 3-39 Break-In Period.......................... 3-39
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment............................... 3-39
Hazardous Driving.... ..................3-40
Floor Mat.................................... 3-40
Rocking the Vehicle....................3-41
Winter Driving............................3-41
Driving In Flooded A rea............ 3-43
Overloading................................ 3-44
Driving on Uneven Road............ 3-45
Turbocharger Information
*......... 3-46
Towing.............................................. 3-47 Trailer Towing............................ 3-47
Recreational Towing................... 3-47
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Keys
WA R N I N G
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not find or play with
them:
Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is
dangerous. This could result in someone
being badly injured or even killed. Children
may find these keys to be an interesting toy
to play with and could cause the power
windows or other controls to operate, or
even make the vehicle move.
CAUTION
Because the key (transmitter) uses
low-intensity radio waves, it may not
function correctly under the following
conditions:
 The key is carried with communication
devices such as cellular phones.
 The key contacts or is covered by a
metal object.
 The key is near electronic devices such
as personal computers.
 Non-Mazda genuine electronic
equipment is installed in the vehicle.
 There is equipment which discharges
radio waves near the vehicle.
 The key (transmitter) may consume
battery power excessively if it receives
high-intensity radio waves. Do not place
the key near electronic devices such as
televisions or personal computers.
To avoid damage to the key
(transmitter), DO NOT:
 Drop the key.
 Get the key wet.
 Disassemble the key.
 Expose the key to high temperatures
on places such as the dashboard or
hood, under direct sunlight.
 Expose the key to any kind of magnetic
field.
 Place heavy objects on the key.
 Put the key in an ultrasonic cleaner.
 Put any magnetized objects close to
the key.

A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.

If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have
your code number ready.
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Keys
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NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure the
system functions properly.
Auxiliary key
Transmitter
Key code number plate
To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from th e transmitter while
pressing the knob.
Knob
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors, and
opens the trunk lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
It can also help you signal for attention or
help.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent
system-equipped vehicles.

System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
For vehicles with the type A/type B
instrument cluster, check the displayed
message for more i nformation and, if
necessary, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer, according to
the indication.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-26.
Refer to Taking Action on page 7-32.
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-43.
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-43.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Keys
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If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
CAUTION
Radio equipment like this is governed by
laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.
NOTE
The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions.
The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door lock/unlock) when the
ignition is switched off. The system does
not operate if the ignition is switched to
any position other than off.
If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be weak. To install a new battery,
refer to Key Battery Replacement (page
6-36).
Battery life is about 1 year. Replace the
battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) flashes in the
instrument cluster (for vehicles with a
type A/type B instrument cluster (page
4-13, 4-30), messages are displayed
in the instrument cluster). Replacing the
battery about once a year is
recommended because the KEY warning
light/indicator light may not illuminate
or flash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
Additional keys can be obtained at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 keys
can be used with the keyless functions
per vehicle. Bring all keys to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when
additional keys are required.
▼Tr a n s m i t t e r
Operation buttons
Operation indicator light
NOTE
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
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Keys
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Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on page
3-37.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors are locked/
unlocked using the key. If you prefer, the
beep sound can be turned off.
The volume of the beep sound can also
be changed.
Refer to Other Equipment/Functions on
page 9-14.
The operation indicator light flashes when
the buttons are pressed.
Lock button
To lock the doors , press the lock button
and the hazard warning lights will flash
once.
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound will be heard once.

To confirm that all doors have been
locked, press the lock button again within
5 seconds. If they are closed and locked,
the horn will sound.
NOTE
The doors can be locked by pressing the
lock button while any other door or the
trunk lid is open. The hazard warning
lights will not flash.
When the lock button is pressed while
any door is open and then the door is
closed, all the doors are locked.
Confirm that all doors are locked
visually or audibly by use of the double
click.
Make sure all doors are locked after
pressing the button.
(With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.
Unlock button
To unlock the driver's door, press the
unlock button and the hazard warning
lights will flash twice.
(With the advanced k eyless function)
A beep sound will be heard twice.

To unlock all doors , press the unlock
button again within 3 seconds and two
more beep sounds will be heard.
NOTE
The system can be set to unlock all
doors by performing a single operation.
Refer to Other Equipment/Functions on
page 9-14.
(Auto re-lock function)
After unlocking with the key, all doors
will automatically lock if any of the
following operations are not performed
within about 60 seconds. If your vehicle
has a theft-deterrent system, the hazard
warning lights will flash for
confirmation.
The time required for the doors to lock
automatically can be changed.
Refer to Other Equipment/Functions on
page 9-14.
A door or the trunk lid is opened.
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Keys
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The ignition is switched to any
position other than off.
(With theft-deterrent system)
When the doors are unlocked by
pressing the unlock button on the key
while the theft-deterrent system is turned
off, the hazard warning lights will flash
twice to indicate that the system is
turned off.
Trunk button
To open the trunk lid, press and hold the
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.
Panic button
If you witness from a distance someone
attempting to break into or damage your
vehicle, press and hold the panic button to
activate the vehicle's alarm. Call
emergency services if necessary.
NOTE
The panic button will work whether any
door or the trunk lid is open or closed.
(Turning on the alarm)
Pressing the panic button for 1 second or
longer will trigger the alarm for about 2
minutes and 30 seconds, and the following
will occur:
The horn sounds intermittently.
The hazard warning lights flash.
(Turning off the alarm)
The alarm stops by pressing any button on
the key.
▼ Operational Range
The system operates only when the driver
is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
Starting the engine may be possible even
if the key is outside of the vehicle and
extremely close to a door and window,
however, always start the engine from
the driver's seat.
If the vehicle is started and the key is not
in the vehicle, the vehic
le will not restart
after it is shut off and the ignition is
switched to off.
The trunk is out of the assured
operational range, however, if the key
(transmitter) is operable the engine will
start.
With the advanced keyless function

Interior antenna
Operational range
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Keys
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