Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda recommends these shift points:

For cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:

Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade
, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed. On a steep downgrade
, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Rear coil spring removal/installation
1. Remove the rear auto leveling sensor. (See REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Adjust the headlight zeroset. (See HEADLIGHT ZEROSET.)
5. Inspect the rear wheel alignment. (See REAR WHE ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The
sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss
of vehicle control and an accident.
When dri ...