i-ELOOP is a regenerative braking system. When you depress the brake pedal or use engine braking, the kinetic energy that occurs is converted to electrical energy by the power generator and the converted electrical energy is stored in the rechargeable battery (capacitor and battery). The stored electricity is used as power to charge the battery and the vehicle's electrical devices.
CAUTION
High-current electricity flows through the following parts, therefore do not touch them.
NOTE
For details, go to the following URL.
http://www.mazda.com/csr/environment/recycling
i-ELOOP Control Status Display
The driver is notified of the i-ELOOP power generating status and the vehicle conditions by the control status display.
The i-ELOOP power generating status is displayed in the center display.
Refer to Control Status Display.
i-ELOOP Charging Display
If the engine is started after the vehicle has not been driven for a long period of time, an “i-ELOOP Charging Please don't Drive” message may be indicated in the display.
Leave the engine idling and wait until the message disappears.
NOTE
If the vehicle is driven while the message is displayed, a beep sound is heard. If you turn the steering wheel while the message is displayed, it will feel heavier than normal, but this does not indicate an abnormality. Stop the vehicle in a safe location with the engine running and do not attempt to turn the steering wheel. The steering operation will return to normal after the message is no longer displayed.
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Side air bag module removal/installation
Warning
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the
air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE
WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)
Warning
If the side air bag module is installed with debris in ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Steering gear and linkage inspection
Rack Inspection
1. Inspect the rack for cracking, damage, and tooth wear. Replace it as
necessary.
2. Measure the runout of the rack.
Runout
Near point A: 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Near point B: 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
3. If not within the specification, replace the rack.
Tie-rod End ...