1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.

2. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the hood.

NOTE
The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.
3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open.

Hood
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WARNING
Always use tires that are in good condition: Driving with worn tires
is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident.
Replace all four tires at the same time: Replacing just one tire
is dangerous. It could cause poor handling and poor braking resulting ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Front seat removal/installation
Warning
Handling the front seat (side air bag) improperly can accidentally
deploy the side air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM
SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the front seat. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Disconne ...