1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on the support rod, and secure the support rod in the clip. Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood.

3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its closed position and then let it drop.
CAUTION
When closing the hood, do not push it excessively such as by applying your weight. Otherwise, the hood could be deformed.
Opening the HoodMazda 6 Owners Manual: Temporary Spare Tire
Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it is properly
inflated and stored.
NOTE
The temporary spare tire condition gradually deteriorates even if it has not
been used.
The temporary spare tire is easier to handle because of its construction which
is lighter and small ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Procedures for determining the location of a malfunction
System Wiring Diadram
PCM
1. Check the display of DTC U0121 and/or U0155, using the SST (WDS or
equivalent). (See DTC TABLE.)
2. Referring to the following table, determine the malfunctioning part of the
CAN system.
ABS/TCS HU/CM or DSC HU/CM
1. Accec and monitor the PCM MSG and IC MSGo ...