Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda recommends these shift points:

For cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points:

Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade
, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed. On a steep downgrade
, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Recommended Oil
U.S.A. and CANADA
Use SAE 0W-20 engine oil.
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine 0W-20 Oil is required
to achieve optimum fuel economy.
For maintenance service, Mazda recommends Mazda Genuine Parts and Castrol® (U.S.A.
only).
Only use SAE 0W-20 oil “Certified F ...
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Shroud panel removal/installation
1. Remove the bonnet. (See BONNET REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the front combination light. (See FRONT COMBINATION LIGHT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the front bumper reinforcement. (See BUMPER REINFORCEMENT
REMOVAL/ ...