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: Volume/Display/Sound Controls
Volume adjustment
Turn the commander switch volume dial.
The volume switch on the steering switch can also be pressed.
Display setting
Select the icon on the home
screen to display the Settings screen.
Select the tab to select the
item you would like to change.
Display OFF/Clock
The c ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
Keep it securely mounted.
Keep the top clean and dry.
Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease.
Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately with a solution of water and baking
soda.
If th ...