Diagnostic procedure
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Sst
Some Ford SST or equivalent are used as SSTs necessary for
engine repair. Note that these SSTs are marked with Ford SST
numbers.
Note that a Ford SST number is written together with a
corresponding Mazda SST number as shown below.
Example (section ST)
Example (except section ST)
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Direct Mode
Direct mode can be used for temporarily switching gears by operating the steering
shift switch while the vehicle is being driven with the selector lever in the D
range.
While in direct mode, the D and M indication illuminate and the gear position
in use is illuminated. Direct mode is canceled ...