Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Power Steering
- Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine
is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but
it requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
- The warning indication/warning light notifies the driver of system abnormalities
and operation conditions.
In addition, the buzzer may also activate depending on the system abnormality or operation condition.
Refer to Warning Indication/Warning Lights.
Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than 5 seconds with the engine running. This could damage the power steering system.
Drive Selection (Some models)
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the sport
mode is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced.
This provides additional quick accele ...
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include different types
of air bags. Please verify the different types of air bags which are equipped
on your vehicle by locating the “SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators
are visible in the area where the air bags are in ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Knock sensor inspection
Note
Perform the following test only when directed.
Resistance Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
3. Measure the resistance between the knock sensor terminals A and B using an
ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the knock sens ...