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: To Temporarily Cancel
To temporarily cancel the system, use one of these methods:
Slightly depress the brake pedal.
(Manual transaxle) Depress the clutch pedal.
Press the OFF/CANCEL switch.
If the RESUME/ switch is
pressed when the vehicle speed is 25 km/h (16 mph) or higher, the system reverts
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Warranties for Your Mazda
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Powertrain Limited Warranty
Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty
Anti-perforation Limited Warranty
Federal Emission Control Warranty/California Emission Control Warranty
Emission Defect Warranty
Emission Performance Warranty
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