Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Power Steering
- Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but
it requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
- The warning indication/warning light notifies the driver of system abnormalities
and operation conditions.
In addition, the buzzer may also activate depending on the system abnormality or operation condition.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights.
Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than 5 seconds with the engine running. This could damage the power steering system.
Drive Selection (Some models)
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport
mode is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced.
This provides additional quick accele ...
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Smart Brake Support (SBS) (Some models)
The Smart Brake Support (SBS) system alerts the driver of a possible collision
using a display and warning sound if the radar sensor (front) and the Forward Sensing
Camera (FSC) determine that there is the possibility of a collision with a vehicle
ahead while the vehicle is being driven at abo ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Recommendations for Shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration and cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:
*1 Always observe local speed limit regulations.
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before
the engine starts to overwork. This gives better acceleration w ...