Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Glossary of Terms
Tire Placard:
A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN):
A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
Inflation Pressure:
A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
kPa:
Kilopascal, the metric unit for air pressure.
psi:
Pounds per square inch, the English unit for air pressure.
B-pillar:
The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door.
Original Equipment (OE):
Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit:
The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire:
Area of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire:
Area between the bead area and the tread.
Tread Area of the Tire:
Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it's mounted on the vehicle.
Seating capacity
means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants. Seating capacity is described on the tire label.
Production options weight
is the combination weight of installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace, and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Rim
is the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.
Checking Tire Pressure
1. When you check the air pressure, make sure the tires are cold —meaning they
are not hot from driving even a mile.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge on ...
Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally.
Here are some important maintenance points:
Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Jack
To remove the jack
1. Lift the trunk mat.
2. Remove the pocket.
3. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the front
and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it.
2. Turn ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Displayable Range on the Screen
The images on the screen may be different from the actual conditions.
NOTE
The displayable range varies depending on the vehicle and road conditions.
The displayable range is limited. Objects under the bumper or around
the bumper ends cannot be displayed.
The distance appearing in the ...