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: Steering wheel and column inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering
wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the
specification.
If the play exceeds the specification, either the steering joints are
worn or the backlash of the stee ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Mass air flow (maf) sensor inspection
Voltage Inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Visually inspect for the following on the MAF sensor.
Damage
Cracks
Terminal bends
Terminal rust
- If any of the above are found, replace the MAF sensor.
- If the MAF PID value is out of specifi ...