Mazda 6 Service Manual: Selector lever inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
2. With the brake pedal depressed, verify that there is a "click" at each range when shifted.
3. Verify that the selector lever can be shifted.
4. Verify that there is a "click" at each position when shifted from P position to L range.
5. Verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.
- If not as specified, adjust the TR switch.(See TRANSAXLE RANGE (TR) SWITCH ADJUSTMENT.)
6. Verify that the vehicle operates in each selected range.
Interlock cable inspection
1. Remove the interlock cable.
2. With the slider pin as shown in the figure, verify that the interlock
cable moves freely.
If a malfunction is found, replace the interlock cable.
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Selector cable adjustment
1. Remove the center console.
2. Shift the selector lever to P position.
3. Unlock the lock piece of the selector cable (selector lever side) in the
order shown in the figure.
4. Verify that th ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with a soft cloth soaked in clean water
and thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require further cleaning, use the following procedure:
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5 %) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Recommendations for Shifting
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 ...