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: Front fog light aiming
1. Adjust the tire air pressure to the specification.
2. Position the unloaded vehicle on a flat, level surface.
3. Seat one person in the drivers seat.
4. Position the vehicle 3 m {10 ft} in front of a white screen.
5. While adjusting one fog light, mask the other.
6. Start the engine to cha ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Fuel-Filler Cap
To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it counterclockwise.
Attach the removed cap to the inner side of the fuel lid.
To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it clockwise until a click is heard.
CAUTION
(U.S.A. and Canada) If the check fuel cap warning light illuminates,
the fuel-filler cap may not ...