1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on the support rod, and secure the support rod in the clip. Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood.

3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its closed position and then let it drop.
CAUTION
When closing the hood, do not push it excessively such as by applying your weight. Otherwise, the hood could be deformed.
Opening the HoodMazda 6 Owners Manual: Anti-theft system
Alarm Conditions
If the anti-theft system protection has been activated, any one of the
following conditions will trigger the system:
- Disconnected battery cable
- Discharged battery
- Disconnected audio unit connectors
If the system is triggered, the audio unit will then be ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Fuel Gauge (Without Multiinformation Display)
The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when
the ignition is switched ON. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
If the low fuel warning light illuminates or the fuel level is very low, refuel
as soon as possible.
Refer to Warning Lights.
NOTE
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