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: Steering wheel and column inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering
wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the
specification.
If the play exceeds the specification, either the steering joints are
worn or the backlash of the stee ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a function which assists the driver in accelerating
from a stop while on a slope. When the driver releases the brake pedal and depresses
the accelerator pedal while on a slope, the function prevents the vehicle from rolling.
The braking force is maintained automatic ...