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: Transaxle oil replacement
1. Remove the drain plug with the washer.
2. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
3. Install a new washer and the drain plug.
Tightening torque
40-58 N·m {4.0-6.0 kgf·m, 29-43 ft·lbf}
4. Remove the oil level plug with washer and add nthe specified amount and
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Maintenance Monitor
The following maintenance period notifications can be displayed by turning the
Maintenance Monitor on.
Scheduled Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Oil Change
For the setting method and indications for the maintenance monitor, refer to
the Maintenance Monitor.
The maintenance monitor displays ...