Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Tiedown Hooks (Some models)
CAUTION
Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle.
They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping.
Using the eyelets for any other purpose could result in the vehicle being damaged.
Tiedown Hooks
1. Remove the tiedown eyelet and the lug wrench from the luggage compartment.
2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver or similar tool with a soft cloth to prevent damage to a painted bumper, and open the cap located on the front or rear bumper.
Front
Rear
CAUTION
Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted bumper surface.
NOTE Remove the cap completely and store it so as not to lose it.
3. Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the lug wrench.
Front
Rear
4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet.
CAUTION
If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when tying the vehicle. Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper.
Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: General procedures
PRECAUTION (FRONT AND REAR AXLE)
Wheel and Tire Removal/Installation
1. The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not
mentioned in this section. When a wheel is removed, tighten it to 88-118 N·m
{9.0-12.0 kgf·m, 65.0-87.0 ft·lbf}
Brake Line Disconnection/Connecti ...