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: Diagnostic assist function
Structural View
Switch location
LCD Inspection
1. With audio on, first press the POWER button, then simultaneously press the
SEEK button (upper) for approximately 1 second.
2. Inspect the LCD according to the following table:
3. Turn the audio off or the ignition switch to the LOCK posi ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Door lock timer unit removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the glove compartment. (L.H.D.)
3. Remove the bolt.
4. While inclining the door lock timer unit along the body panel in the
direction indicated by the arrow, disengage the bracket hook from the hole in
the body panel.
5. Disconnect the do ...