The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can be set to inoperable.
When the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is set to inoperable, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are turned off and the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster turns on.
NOTE
If the engine is stopped while the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) is turned off, the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) becomes operable the next time the engine is started.
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Recommendations for Shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda recommends these shift points:
For cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade,
downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling
and ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Power Steering
Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but
it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult an A ...