Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Glossary of Terms
Tire Placard:
A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN):
A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
Inflation Pressure:
A measure of the amount of air in a tire.
kPa:
Kilopascal, the metric unit for air pressure.
psi:
Pounds per square inch, the English unit for air pressure.
B-pillar:
The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door.
Original Equipment (OE):
Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit:
The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire:
Area of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire:
Area between the bead area and the tread.
Tread Area of the Tire:
Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it's mounted on the vehicle.
Seating capacity
means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants. Seating capacity is described on the tire label.
Production options weight
is the combination weight of installed regular production options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace, and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
Rim
is the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated.
Checking Tire Pressure
1. When you check the air pressure, make sure the tires are cold —meaning they
are not hot from driving even a mile.
2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
3. Firmly press a tire gauge on ...
Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally.
Here are some important maintenance points:
Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Warning Indication/Warning Lights
These lights turn on or flash to notify the user of the system operation status
or a system malfunction.
*1 The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check,
and turns off a few seconds later or when the engine is started. If the light does
not turn on or remai ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Sunroof unit disassembly/assembly
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the deflector.
3. Remove the glass panel.
4. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
5. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Slider Disassembly Note
1. Remove the screw.
2. Slide the slider rearward, and remove it fro ...