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: Picture Quality Adjustment
WARNING
Always adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while the vehicle
is stopped: Do not adjust the picture quality of the rear view monitor while
driving the vehicle. Adjusting the picture quality of the rear view monitor such
as brightness, contrast, color, and tint while dri ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: AUX/USB mode
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's speakers by connecting a commerciallyavailable
portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.
A commercially-available, non-impedance (3.5 ) stereo mini plug cable is required.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
In addition, audio can be played fr ...