engine oil MAZDA MODEL 6 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

▼Fuel Requirements
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
The vehicle will operate efficiently on diesel fuel with specif ication Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel
(ULSD, 15 ppm sulfur or less) f uel that meets the ASTM D975 standard or the equivalent.
Fuel grade labels are visible on fuel-filler lid, therefore, ve rify the fuel grade before
refueling. If the fuel grade cannot be verified, ask the gas st ation attendant.
CAUTION
Never use fuel other than specification Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD, 15 ppm sulfur or less)
fuel that meets the ASTM D975 standard or the equivalent for your vehicle. Use of gasoline
or kerosene in diesel engines will resu lt in fuel system and engine damage.
 Never use diesel fuel with concentrations of methyl ester bio-diesel higher than 5 % (B5),
such as B20 or B100.
 Never add fuel system additives other than a Mazda genuine product, otherwise the
emission control system could be damaged. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.
 If any type of incorrect fuel is accidently pu mped into the fuel tank, do not turn on the
engine and drive the vehicle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for assistance.
Turning on the engine or driving the vehicle with the incorrect fuel could cause damage to
the fuel pump and fuel injectors.
NOTE
Fuel for winter driving is available. Ask the gas station attendant for details.
When refueling, always add at least 10 L (2.6 US gal, 2.2 Imp gal) of fuel.
Low outside temperatures
When the outside temperature is low, diesel fuel (light oil) ma y freeze and clog the fuel
pipe, leading to probl ems such as the engine not starting. When driving to a cold region, add
winter grade diesel fuel as soon as possible.
WA R N I N G
Never use engine starting assist additives:
Using engine starting assist additives is dangerous because they may cause a vehicle
explosion or a vehicle runaway condition, leading to serious injury or death.
Before Driving
Fuel and Emission
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Rocking the Vehicle
WA R N I N G
Do not spin the wheels at more than 56
km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone
to stand behind a wheel when pushing the
vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the
wheels at high speed is dangerous. The
spinning tire could overheat and explode.
This could cause serious injuries.
CAUTION
Too much rocking may cause engine
overheating, transaxle failure, and tire
damage.
If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator
slightly and slowly move the shift lever/
selector lever from 1 (D) to R position.
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check
the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on page 6-29.
Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold
reduces battery capacity.
Use an engine oil appropriate for the
lowest ambient temperatures that the
vehicle will be driven in (page 6-25).
Inspect the ignition system for damage
and loose connections.
Use washer fluid made with
antifreeze―but do not use engine
coolant antifreeze for washer fluid (page
6-32).
NOTE
Remove snow before driving. Snow left
on the windshield is dangerous as it
could obstruct vision.
Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice or
frozen snow on the mirror glass and
windshield.
Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows and
mirrors as it could result in the glass
cracking.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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Turbocharger Information (SKYACTIV-G 2.5T,SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
CAUTION
After driving at freeway speeds or up a long h ill, idle the engine at least 30 seconds before
stopping it. Otherwise, the turbocharger could be damaged.
 Racing or over-revving the engine, particularly after it's just been started, can damage the
turbocharger.
 To protect the engine from damage, the engine is designed so that it cannot be raced just
after starting it in extremely cold weather.
The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced design provides improved
operation and requires minimum maintenance.

To get the most from it, observe the following.
1. Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenan ce (page 6-4).
2. Use only recommended engine oil (page 6-25). Extra additives are NOT recommended.
Before Driving
Driving Tips
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Cylinder Deactivation*
The cylinder deactivation is a function
designed to reduce fuel consumption and
improve fuel economy by deactivating 2
out of the 4 cylinders while driving. The
function constantly determines which is
better for driving; 4 cylinders or 2
cylinders, regardless of the driver's
operations, and it performs the switching
automatically.
When the cylinder deactivation function
does not operate
The cylinder deactivation function does
not operate under the following
conditions.
The selector lever is in the P, N, or R
position, or 1st gear.
The engine oil temperature or engine
coolant temperature is low.
After disconnecting the battery
terminals for some reason, such as for
battery replacement.
When Driving
Start/Stop Engine
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▼Warning/Indicator Lights
Instrument Cluster varies depending on model and specifications
.
Front Center of Headliner
Warning lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Instrument Cluster
▼
Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system
operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Warning Page
Brake System Warning Indication/Warning Light*1*27-25
ABS Warning Light*1
Electronic Brake
Force Distribu‐ tion System
Wa r n i n g
7-25
ABS warning 7-28
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
Engine Oil Warning Light*17-25
High Engine Coolant Temperat ure Warning Indication 7-25
Power Steering Malfunction Indication 7-25
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Page
Engine Oil Level Warning Light*17-35
Seat Belt Warning Light (Front seat) 7-35
(Red)Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) 7-35
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication
7-35
Door-Ajar Warning Indication7-35
Trunk lid-Ajar Warning Indication 7-35
Door-Ajar Warning Light7-35
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
*2 The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is applied.
▼Indication/Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system
operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Indicator Page
(Green)Seat Belt Indicator Light (Rear seat) 2-27
Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light*12-68
Security Indicator Light*13-41
Wrench Indication
4-31
*Glow Indicator Light*14-31
*Diesel Particulate Filter Indication4-230
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-28*Some models.
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▼Wrench Indication
The wrench indication is displayed under
the following conditions.
When the preset maintenance period has
arrived.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-16.
When the engine oil replacement period
has arrived.
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
When the engine oil is deteriorated or
exceeds the spec
ified amount.
When fuel filter (sedimentor) draining
is required. Consu lt an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
The wrench indication may display
earlier than the preset period depending
on vehicle usage conditions.
Whenever the engine oil is replaced, a
reset of the vehicle engine control unit is
necessary.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-16.

▼ Glow Indicator Light
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
When the ignition is switched ON, the
glow indicator light turns on. The glow
indicator light turns
off when preheating is
finished.

The maintenance period for the glow plug
or a problem in the system may be
indicated under the fo llowing conditions.
Have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The glow indicator light does not turn
on when the ignition is switched ON or
it remains on.
The glow indicator light is flashing.
NOTE
If the vehicle is left with the ignition
switched ON without starting the engine
and a long period of time has elapsed
since preheating finished, the preheating
may be performed again and the glow
indicator light may turn on.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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▼Warning/Indicator Lights
Instrument Cluster varies depending on model and specifications
.
Front Center of Headliner
Warning lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Instrument Cluster
▼
Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to
notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Warning Page
Brake System Warning Indication/Warning Light*1*27-25
ABS Warning Light*1
Electronic Brake
Force Distribu‐ tion System
Wa r n i n g
7-25
ABS warning 7-28
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-25
Engine Oil Warning Light*17-25
(Red) High Engine Coolant Temp
erature Warning Light
*17-25
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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SignalWarning Page
Check Fuel Cap Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-35
Engine Oil Level Warning Light*17-35
Seat Belt Warning Light (Front seat) 7-35
(Red)Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) 7-35
*Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Indication
7-35
Door-Ajar Warning Indication
7-35
Trunk lid-Ajar Warning Indication 7-35
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If t he light does not turn on or remains turned on, have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
*2 The light turns on continuously when the parking brake is appl ied.
▼Indication/Indicator Lights
These lights turn on or flash to
notify the user of the system operation status or a system
malfunction.
Signal Indicator Page
(Green)Seat Belt Indicator Light (Rear seat) 2-68
*Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light*12-68
Security Indicator Light*13-41
Wrench Indication
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(Blue)Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light 4-49
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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▼Wrench Indication
The wrench indication is displayed under
the following conditions.
When the preset maintenance period has
arrived.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-16.
When the engine oil replacement period
has arrived.
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
When the engine oil is deteriorated or
exceeds the spec
ified amount.
When fuel filter (sedimentor) draining
is required. Consu lt an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
The wrench indication may display
earlier than the preset period depending
on vehicle usage conditions.
Whenever the engine oil is replaced, a
reset of the vehicle engine control unit is
necessary.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page
6-16.

▼ Low Engine Coolant Temperature
Indicator Light (Blue)
The light illuminates continuously when
the engine coolant temperature is low and
turns off after the engine is warm.
▼Glow Indicator Light
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
When the ignition is switched ON, the
glow indicator light turns on. The glow
indicator light turns
off when preheating is
finished.

The maintenance period for the glow plug
or a problem in the system may be
indicated under the fo llowing conditions.
Have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The glow indicator light does not turn
on when the ignition is switched ON or
it remains on.
The glow indicator light is flashing.
NOTE
If the vehicle is left with the ignition
switched ON without starting the engine
and a long period of time has elapsed
since preheating finished, the preheating
may be performed again and the glow
indicator light may turn on.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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