engine MAZDA MODEL 6 2021 Owners Manual

Always leave your car locked and keep the car keys safely away from children:
Leaving your car unlocked or the keys in reach of children is dangerous. Children who find
their way into the trunk through an unlocked rear seatback or an open trunk can become
accidentally locked in the trunk. This could result in death or brain damage from heat
prostration, particularly in the summer. Always lock the doors and the trunk, and as an added
measure, keep the rear seatbacks locked, whether you have children in your home or not.
CAUTION
 When operating a seat, be careful not to put yo ur hands or fingers near the moving parts of
the seat or on the side trim to prevent injury.
 When moving the seats, make sure there is no cargo in the surrounding area. If the cargo
gets caught it could damage the cargo.
 (Manual Seat)
When moving the seats forward and rearward or returning a rear-reclined seatback to its
upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your hand while operating. If
the seatback is not held, the seat will move suddenly and could cause injury.
 When inserting your hand under the seat to clean the cabin or pick up something you
dropped under the seat, be careful not to hurt yourself. If you contact the moving parts of
the seat rail or seat frame, it could result in injury.
NOTE
ï‚·When returning a rear seat to its original position, place the seat belt in its normal
position. Verify that the seat belt pulls out and retracts.
ï‚·(Power Seat)
The seat-bottom power adjustment is operated by motors. Avoid extended operation
because excessive use can damage the motors.
ï‚·To prevent the battery from running down, avoid using the power adjustment when the
engine is stopped. The adjuster uses a large amount of electrical power.
ï‚·Do not use the switch to make more than one adjustment at a time.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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Refer to Height Adjustment on page 2-17.
â–¼Driving Position Memory*
The desired driving position can be called
up after programming the position.
The following driving positions can be
programmed.
Driver’s seat position (seat slide, height
adjustment, front edge of seat bottom,
seat recline)
Refer to Adjusting the Driver's Seat on
page 2-5.
ï‚·Active driving display (display position,
brightness level, display information)
Refer to Active Driving Display on page
4-64.
CAUTION
Do not place
fingers or hands around the
bottom of the seat while the seat memory
function is operatin g. The seat moves
automatically while the seat memory
function is operating and fingers or hands
could get pinched and injured.
SET button
1
2
A driving position can be programmed or
operated using the buttons on the side of
the seat or the key.
NOTE
ï‚·Lumbar support adjustment cannot be
programmed.
ï‚·A driving position can be programmed
to the buttons on the side of the seat and
the key in use for driving the vehicle.
ï‚·If the vehicle has been serviced and the
battery cables disconnected, the
programmed seat positions will have
been erased. Re-program the seat
positions.
Programming
1. Make sure the parking brake is on.
2. Make sure the selector lever is in the P position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Adjust the seat and the active driving
display to the desired driving position.
5. Press the SET button on the seat until a
beep sound is heard 1 time.
6. Perform one of the following settings
within 5 seconds of completing step 5
above:
ï‚·Programming using a button on
the side of the seat
Press the button you want to
program, either bu tton 1 or 2, until a
beep sound is heard 1 time.
ï‚·Programming using the key
Press the key unlock button until a
beep sound is heard 1 time.
NOTE
If a beep sound is heard 3 times, the
operation is canceled.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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To move the driving position to a
programmed position
(Using a button on the side of the seat)
1. Make sure the parking brake is on.
2. Make sure the selector lever is in the P
position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press the programming button for the
driving position you want to call up
(button 1 or 2).
5. A beep sound is heard when the driving position adjustment is
completed.
NOTE
ï‚·If the driving position movement is not
changed, only the beep sounds.
ï‚·A seat position can be called up even
with the engine not running.
ï‚·The driving position adjustment is
canceled in the following cases:
ï‚·Any of the seat adjustment switches is
operated.
ï‚·The SET button is pressed.
ï‚·Programming button 1 or 2 is pressed.
ï‚·The key lock button or unlock button
is operated.
ï‚·The vehicle starts moving.
ï‚·The active driving display is adjusted.
(Using a programmed key)
1. Unlock the doors by pressing a request switch or the key unlock button.
2. After unlocking the doors, the seat
position adjustment begins within 40
seconds of opening the driver's door,
and a beep sounds when the operation
is finished.
3. Make sure the parking brake is on.
4. Make sure the selector lever is in the P position.
5. Start the engine.
6. The active driving display adjustment begins.
NOTE
ï‚·If there is no driving position movement,
a beep is not heard.
ï‚·The driving position adjustment is
canceled in the following cases:
ï‚·Any of the seat adjustment switches is
operated.
ï‚·The SET button is pressed.
ï‚·Programming button 1 or 2 is pressed.
ï‚·The key lock button or unlock button
is operated.
ï‚·The vehicle starts moving.
ï‚·The active driving display is adjusted.
Erasing programmed driving positions
(Erasing the driving positions
programmed to the key)
1. Switch the ignition OFF.
2. Press the SET button on the side of the seat until a beep sound is heard 1 time.
3. After the beep sounds, press the key lock button within 5 seconds until a
beep sound is heard 1 time.
NOTE
If a beep sound is heard 3 times, the
operation is canceled.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
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CAUTION
(Rear)
Before folding a rear seatback, make sure
that the rear seat warmer switch is off. If
a rear seatback is folded while the rear
seat warmer is in operation, it may heat
the seat excessively and damage the seat
surface.
 Do not use organic solvents to clean the
seat. It may damage the seat surface and
the heater.
NOTE
ï‚·Use the seat warmer when the engine is
running. Leaving the seat warmer on for
long periods with the engine not running
could cause the battery power to be
depleted.
ï‚·When the engine is stopped while the
seat warmers are operating and then the
ignition is switched ON, the seat
warmers will not turn back on
automatically. To turn the seat warmers
back on, press the switch. In addition,
the rear seat warmer operation stops
automatically after the seat warmers
have operated for about 90 minutes.
ï‚·The temperature of the seat warmer
cannot be adjusted beyond High, Mid
and Low because the seat warmer is
controlled by a thermostat.
ï‚·(Vehicles with seat ventilation)
The front seat warmer cannot be used at
the same time as the seat ventilation.
Seat Ventilation*
The seat ventilation uses fans installed in
the seats to draw air around the seat
surface and ventilate them. The ignition
must be switched ON.
Press the seat ventilation switch while the
ignition is switched O N to operate the seat
ventilation. The indicator lights turn on to
indicate that the seat ventilation is
operating. The mode changes as follows
each time the seat ventilation switch is
pressed.
OFF
High Mid
Low
CAUTION
 Do not use organic solvents to clean the
seat. It may damage the seat surface and
the seat ventilation parts.
 Do not place heavy objects with sharp
projections on the seat, or insert needles
or pins into it.
NOTE
ï‚·Use the seat ventilation when the engine
is running. Leaving the seat ventilation
on for long periods with the engine not
running could cause the battery power
to be depleted.
Essential Safety Equipment
Seat Warmer/Seat Ventilation/Heated Steering Wheel
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ï‚·When the engine is stopped while the
seat ventilations are operating and then
the ignition is switched ON, the seat
ventilations will not turn back on
automatically.
ï‚·(Vehicles with front seat warmer)
The seat ventilation cannot be used at
the same time as the front seat warmer.
Heated Steering Wheel*
The grips on the left and right of the
steering wheel can be warmed up.
Heated steering
wheel switch
Heating area
The ignition must be switched ON.

Press the switch to turn on the heated
steering wheel. The heated steering wheel
operates for about 30 minutes and then
turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates when the
heater is operating.

To turn off the heated steering wheel
before the 30 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
CAUTION
The following types of persons should be
careful not to touch the steering wheel.
Otherwise, it could cause a
low-temperature burn.
 Infants, small children, elderly people,
and physically challenged people
 People with delicate skin
 People who are excessively fatigued
 People who are intoxicated
Essential Safety Equipment
Seat Warmer/Seat Ventilation/Heated St eering Wheel
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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................... 3-4
Advanced Keyless Entry
System...............................................3-10 Advanced Keyless Entry System
*.....
.................................................... 3-10
Operational Range...................... 3-11
Doors and Locks.............................. 3-12 Door Locks................................. 3-12
Trunk Lid................. ................... 3-18
Inside Trunk Release Lever
*...... 3-20
Fuel and Emission........................... 3-21 Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions................................. 3-21
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap.............. 3-27
Mirrors............................................. 3-29 Mirrors........................................ 3-29
Windows........................................... 3-34 Power Windows..........................3-34
Moonroof
*.................................. 3-37
Security System............................... 3-40
Modification and Add-On
Equipment...................................3-40
Immobilizer System....................3-40
Theft-Deterrent System
*.............3-42
Driving Tips..................................... 3-44 Break-In Period.......................... 3-44
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment............................... 3-44
Hazardous Driving.... ..................3-45
Floor Mat.................................... 3-45
Rocking the Vehicle....................3-46
Winter Driving............................3-46
Driving In Flooded A rea............ 3-48
Overloading................................ 3-49
Driving on Uneven Road............ 3-50
Turbocharger Information
(SKYACTIV-G 2.5T, SKYACTIV-D
2.2).............................................. 3-51
Towing.............................................. 3-52 Trailer Towing............................ 3-52
Recreational Towing................... 3-52
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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 s ignal 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 fo llowing warning lights
or beeps.
For vehicles with t he 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.
ï‚·KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-28.
Refer to Taking Action on page 7-35.
ï‚·Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-46.
ï‚·Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-46.
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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
ï‚·The keyless entry system operation may
vary due to local conditions.
ï‚·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.
ï‚·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
6-41).
Before Driving
Keys
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Turning off the power saving function
After you have turned off the power
saving function according to the following
procedure, the hazard warning lights and
sound operate
*1 one time.
1. Press any of the buttons on the
transmitter to mak e sure that the
operation indicator light does not turn
on/flash.
2. Press the lock butt on on the transmitter
4 times within 3 seconds to turn on the
operation indicator light.
3. Press the lock button continuously for 1.5 seconds or longer while the
operation indicator light turns on (for 5
seconds).
*1 With the advanced keyless function
â–¼Operational 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
ï‚·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 vehicle will not restart
after it is shut off and the ignition is
switched to off.
ï‚·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
Without the advanced keyless function

Interior antennaOperational range
NOTE
The engine may not start if the key is
placed in the following areas:
ï‚·Around the dashboard
ï‚·In the storage compar tments such as the
glove compartment or the center console
ï‚·On the rear parcel shelf
Before Driving
Keys
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Advanced Keyless EntrySystem
*
WA R N I N G
Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:
Before using the key near people who use
medical devices, ask the medical device
manufacturer or your physician if radio
waves from the key will affect the device.
The advanced keyless function allows you
to lock/unlock the door, or open the trunk
lid while carrying the key.

System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning beeps.
ï‚·Request switch Inoperable Warning
Beep
Refer to Request Switch Inoperable
Warning Beep (With the advanced
keyless function) on page 7-47.
ï‚·Key Left-in-trunk Compartment
Warning Beep
Refer to Key Left-in-trunk
Compartment Warni ng Beep (With the
advanced keyless function) on page
7-47.
ï‚·Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep
Refer to Key Left-i n-vehicle Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function) on page 7-47.
NOTE
The advanced keyless entry system
functions can be deactivated to prevent
any possible adverse effect on a user
wearing a pacemaker or other medical
device. If the system is deactivated, you
will be unable to start the engine by
carrying the key. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for details. If the advanced
keyless entry system has been deactivated,
you can start the engine by following the
procedure indicated when the key battery
goes dead.
Refer to Engine Start Function When Key
Battery is Dead on page 4-9.
Before Driving
Advanced Keyless Entry System
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Door Locks
WA R N I N G
Always take all children and pets with you
or leave a responsible person with them:
Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a
parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot
weather, temperatures inside a vehicle can
become high enough to cause brain
damage or even death.
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.
Keep all doors locked when driving:
Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle are
dangerous. Passengers can fall out if a
door is accidentally opened and can more
easily be thrown out in an accident.
Always close all the windows and
moonroof, lock the doors and the trunk lid
and take the key with you when leaving
your vehicle unattended:
Leaving your vehicle unlocked is dangerous
as children could lock themselves in a hot
vehicle, which could result in death. Also, a
vehicle left unlocked becomes an easy
target for thieves and intruders.
After closing the doors and the trunk lid,
always verify that they are securely closed:
Doors and the trunk lid not securely closed
are dangerous, if the vehicle is driven with
a door and the trunk lid not securely closed,
the door and the tr unk lid could open
unexpectedly resulting in an accident.
Always confirm the safety around the
vehicle before opening a door and the
trunk lid:
Suddenly opening a door and the trunk lid
is dangerous. A passing vehicle or a
pedestrian could be hit and cause an
accident.
CAUTION
 Always confirm the conditions around
the vehicle before opening/closing the
doors and the trunk lid and use caution
during strong winds or when parked on
an incline. Not being aware of the
conditions around the vehicle is
dangerous because fingers could get
caught in the door and the trunk lid or a
passing pedestrian could be hit, resulting
in an unexpected accident or injury.
NOTE
ï‚·Always stop the engine and lock the
doors. In addition, to prevent theft of
valuables, do not leave them inside the
cabin.
ï‚·If the key is left in the following areas
and you leave the vehicle, the doors may
be locked depending on the radio wave
conditions even if th e key is left in the
vehicle.
ï‚·Around the dashboard
Before Driving
Doors and Locks
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