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
Closing the HoodMazda 6 Owners Manual: Foreword
When the customer reports a vehicle malfunction, check the malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) indication and diagnostic trouble code (DTC), then
diagnose the malfunction according to following flowchart.
- If a DTC exists, diagnose the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC
TABLE.)
- ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Towing
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle should have its front wheels off the ground. If
excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
When towing with the rear wheels on ...