WARNING
Do not let the vehicle move in a direction opposite to the direction selected by the selector lever:
Do not let the vehicle move backward with the selector lever in a forward position, or do not let the vehicle move forward with the selector lever in the reverse position. Otherwise, the engine may stop, causing the loss of the power brake and power steering functions, and make it difficult to control the vehicle which could result in an accident.
Passing
For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress the accelerator fully. The transaxle will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed.
NOTE
Climbing steep grades from a stop
To climb a steep grade from a stopped position:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Shift to D or M1, depending on the load weight and grade steepness.
3. Release the brake pedal while gradually accelerating.
Descending steep grades
When descending a steep grade, shift to lower gears, depending on load weight and grade steepness. Descend slowly, using the brakes only occasionally to prevent them from overheating.
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: To Decrease Cruising Speed
Press the SET/ switch and hold
it. The vehicle will gradually slow.
Release the switch at the desired speed.
Press the SET/ switch and release
it immediately to adjust the preset speed.
Multiple operations will decrease the preset speed according to the number of
times it is operated.
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Transmitter
NOTE
(With theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights flash
when the theft-deterrent system is armed or turned off. Refer to Theft-Deterrent
System.
(With the advanced keyless function) A beep sound can be heard
for confirmation when the doors are locked/ unlocked using the k ...