Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Power Steering
- Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but
it requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
- The warning indication/warning light notifies the driver of system abnormalities
and operation conditions.
In addition, the buzzer may also activate depending on the system abnormality or operation condition.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights.
Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than 5 seconds with the engine running. This could damage the power steering system.
Drive Selection (Some models)
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport
mode is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced.
This provides additional quick accele ...
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Neutral switch inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
Continuity Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the neutral switch.J5 MANUAL TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Inspect for continuity between the neutral switch terminals using an
ohmmeter.
If the n ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Transaxle oil inspection
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level plug and washer.
3. Verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug port.
If the oil level is lower than the low level, add the specified amount
and type of oil through the oil level plug hole.
Specified oil grade
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