Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Glossary of Terms
Tire Placard:
A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN):
A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
Inflation Pressure:
A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
kPa:
Kilopascal, the metric unit for air pressure.
psi:
Pounds per square inch, the English unit for air pressure.
B-pillar:
The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door.
Original Equipment (OE):
Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit:
The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire:
Area of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire:
Area between the bead area and the tread.
Tread Area of the Tire:
Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it's mounted on the vehicle.
Seating capacity
means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants. Seating capacity is described on the tire label.
Production options weight
is the combination weight of installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace, and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Rim
is the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.
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 on ...
Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally.
Here are some important maintenance points:
Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Seat Belt Maintenance
1. Clean the soiled area by lightly dabbing it with a soft cloth soaked in a
mild detergent (approx. 5%) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung
out well.
3. Before retracting seat belts which have been pulled out for cleaning, dry ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Wheel alignment pre-inspection
1. Inspect the tire inflation, and adjust to the recommended pressure as
necessary.
2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct it if necessary. (See
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection.)
3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts. (See SUSPENSION.)
4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkag ...