Mazda 6 Service Manual: Filament inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
Caution
- Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the voltmeter will damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and test the filament by touching it with the foil.
3. Connect the positive (+) lead of the voltmeter to the positive side of each filament and the negative (−) lead to ground.
4. Gradually, slide the positive (+) lead from the positive side to the negative side and measure the voltage. Verify that the voltage decreases accordingly.
- If the voltage is not as specified or it changes rapidly, the filament is faulty. Repair the filament.
Filament repair
1. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean around the damaged section of the filament.
2. Attach tape above and below the damaged section of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, repair the ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Checking Tire Pressure
1. When you check the air pressure, make sure the tires are cold —meaning they
are not hot from driving even a mile.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve.
4. Add air to achieve recommended air pressure.
5. If you overfill the tire, release ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Cooling system service warnings
COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS
Warning
Never remove the radiator cap or loosen the radiator drain plug
while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot.
Scalding coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may
also damage the engine and cooling sys ...