Mazda 6 Service Manual: Instrument cluster repair
Note
- The needle of speedometer or tachometer may continue to rotate clockwise until it indicates over maximum graduation. If a customer complains of this concern, repair the needle position according to the following steps.
1. Verify the concern.
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
5. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
6. Verify that the needle returns to zero.
- If the needle does not return to zero, replace the instrument cluster
Instrument cluster inspection
Speedometer
Using the input/output check mode
Inspect the speedometer by setting it in the input/output check mode DTC 12.
Using a speedometer tester
1. Adjust the tire air pressure to the specifi ...
Instrument cluster input/output check mode
Note
In this mode, it is possible to check the items in the following
chart.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Note
Diagnostic trouble codes which are not listed may be indicated,
but ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Heater core inspection
1. Remove the A/C unit. (See A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the heater core from the A/C unit.
3. Inspect for cracks, damage, and coolant leakage.
If any problems are found, replace the heater core.
4. Inspect for bent fins.
If any are bent, use a flathead screwdriver to stra ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing
the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that ...